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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP Function Keys NOTE: Depending on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the function keys may have no associated tasks. The key is located near the bottom-left corner of the keyboard, and is used together with other keys to activate certain functions. Hold down the key along with the key described below: F1 - Extend Desktop Press to open the screen resolution panel to extend your desktop to an external monitor and also change the display settings. F2 - Check Battery Status Press to manage the power setting using the AlienFusion software available in the Alienware Command Center (for more information, see "Alienware Command Center" on page 38). F3 - Wireless Control - Switch wireless radios on/off Press to enable or disable the wireless radios(s) (for more information, see "Using the Wireless Control" on page 44). F4 - Increase Display Brightness Press to increase the brightness of the display. 34

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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP
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Function Keys
NOTE:
Depending on the configuration of the laptop you purchased, some of the function
keys may have no associated tasks.
°e <Fn> key is located near the bottom-left corner of the keyboard, and is used together with
other keys to activate certain functions. Hold down the <Fn> key along with the key described
below:
F1 — Extend Desktop
Press <Fn><F1> to open the screen resolution panel to extend your desktop to an
external monitor and also change the display settings.
F2 — Check Battery Status
Press <Fn><F2> to manage the power setting using the AlienFusion software
available in the Alienware Command Center (for more information, see “Alienware
Command Center” on page 38).
F3 — Wireless Control - Switch wireless radios on/off
Press <Fn><F3>
to enable or disable the wireless radios(s) (for more information,
see “Using the Wireless Control” on page 44).
F4 — Increase Display Brightness
Press <Fn><F4> to increase the brightness of the display.