Acer Aspire 3000 Aspire 3000 / 3500 / 5000 Service Guide - Page 24

Desired access Main keyboard keys Num lock on Num lock off Hold while typing letters on embedded Type the letters in a normal manner. keypad. Windows keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions. Keys Windows logo key Application key Description Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut functions. Below are a few examples: + (Activates the next Taskbar button) + (Opens the My Computer window) + (Opens Help and Support) + (Opens the Find: All Files dialog box) + (Opens the Run dialog box) + (Minimizes all windows) + +< M> (Undoes the minimize all windows) This key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; it opens the application's context menu. Hot Keys The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen contrast and brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility. To activate hot keys, press and hold the key before pressing the other key in the hot key combination. Chapter 1 15