Instant launch keys and status indicators, Instant launch keys, 27 getting started – Asus Z61A User Manual
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Getting Started
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Instant Launch Keys
Internet Launch Key
Pressing this button will launch your Internet browser application while Windows is running.
Pad-Lock Key
Pressing this button will lock your touchpad when using an external mouse. Locking the touchpad will
prevent you from accidentally moving the cursor while typing. To enable the touchpad, simply press
this button again.
Instant Launch Keys and Status Indicators
Email Launch Key
Pressing this button will launch your Email application while Windows is running.
Power4 Gear Key
The Power4 Gear button toggles power savings between various power saving modes. The power saving
modes control many aspects of the Notebook PC to maximize performance versus battery time during
various events.
When you are using an AC power adapter, Power4 Gear will switch between three modes in the AC
power mode segment. When you remove the AC adapter, Power4 Gear will switch between seven
modes in the battery (DC) mode segment. When you remove or apply the AC adapter, Power4 Gear will
automatically shift you up or down into the proper mode segment (AC or DC).
Super
Performance
High
Performance
Game
Performance
DVD Movie
Performance
Email/Office
Performance
Presentation
Performance
Audio Listening
Performance
Battery-Saving
Performance
Mode
Names
Taskbar
Icons
AC
AC/DC
AC/DC
DC
DC
DC
DC
DC
Power
Segment