Acer 1800 - Manual (Page 25)

Chapter 1 17
Function Keys
Using the Fn key with another key creates a hot key, providing a quick and convenient method for controlling
various functions.
To use a hot key, first hold down the Fn key. Next, press the second key in combination. Finally, release
both keys.
Your computer provides the following hot keys:
NOTE: When activating hotkeys, press and hold the Fn key before pressing the other key in the hotkey
combination.
Hot Key Function Description
Fn+F1 Hot key help Displays help on hot keys
Fn+F2 Setup Access the computer’s configuration utility.
Fn+F3 Power management scheme
toggle Switches the power management scheme used by
the computer (function available if supported by
operating system).
Fn+F4 Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.
Fn+F5 Display toggle Switches display output between the display screen,
external monitor ( if connected) and both the display
screen and external monitor.
Fn+F6 Screen blank Turns the display screen backlight
off to save power. Press any key to return.
Fn+F7 Touchpad toggle Turns the internal touchpad on and off.
Fn+F8 Speaker toggle Turns the speaker on and off.
Fn+Sub-
woofer key
Sub-woofer Turns the sub woofer on and off
Fn+w Volume up Increases the speaker volume.
Fn+y Volume down Decreases the speaker volume.
Fn+x Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Fn+z Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
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