User guide

Using the embedded numeric keypad (select models only)
Component Description
(1) fn key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed
in combination with the num lk key.
NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad will not function while
an external keyboard or numeric keypad is connected to the
computer.
(2) Embedded numeric keypad When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an external
numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the
icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
(3) num lk key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed
in combination with the fn key.
NOTE: The keypad function that is active when the computer is
turned off is reinstated when the computer is turned back on.
Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off
Press fn+num lk to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. Press fn+num lk again to turn off the
keypad.
NOTE: The embedded numeric keypad is turned off while an external keyboard or numeric keypad
is connected to the computer.
Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad
You can temporarily alternate the functions of keys on the embedded numeric keypad between their
standard keyboard functions and their keypad functions:
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To use the navigational function of a keypad key while the keypad is off, press and hold the fn
key while pressing the keypad key.
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To use the standard function of a keypad key while the keypad is on:
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Press and hold the fn key to type in lowercase.
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Press and hold fn+shift to type in uppercase.
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