Connecting an external mouse
Connect an external USB mouse to the computer using one of the USB ports on the computer. A USB
mouse also connects to the computer by using optional docking device ports or an optional expansion
product.
Using the action keys
Action keys are customized actions that are assigned to specific keys at the top of the keyboard.
To use an action key, press and hold this key to activate the assigned function.
NOTE: Depending on the application you are using, pressing fn and one of the action keys opens a
specific shortcut menu within that application.
NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature in Setup Utility.
If this feature is disabled in Setup Utility, you will need to press fn and an action key to activate the
assigned function. Refer to
Setup Utility (BIOS) on page 79 for additional information.
Icon Description
Opens Help and Support, which provides information about the Windows operating system and computer, answers
to questions and tutorials, and updates to the computer.
Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting and links to support specialists.
Decreases the screen brightness level incrementally when holding down this key.
Increases the screen brightness level incrementally when holding down this key.
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