User Guide - Windows 8.1

Using keypads
The computer includes an embedded numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional external
numeric keypad, or an optional external keyboard that includes a numeric keypad.
Using the embedded numeric keypad
Component Description
(1) fn key Turns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed in combination with the
num lock 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 lock 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.
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