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Disable The FN + Function Key Combination On Certain Models: Support Details
Disable The FN + Function Key Combination On Certain Models: Support Details
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On most HP and Compaq notebook PCs, it is necessary to press and hold the function key (fn) while pressing one of the f1 through f12 keys to activate the default functions; such as, increasing or decreasing the brightness of the display, the sound volume, sleep, keyboard lock, etc. On the HP Envy notebooks and other notebooks with advanced BIOS options, the function keys can be configured so that it is not necessary to press and hold the fn key.
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Use the up-arrow or down-arrow keys to navigate to the Action Keys Mode option, and then press the enter key to display the Enable / Disable menu. Select the desired mode:
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Disabled : Requires pressing fn key + f1 through f12 to use the action as indicated on the action key. For example, if Disabled , pressing fn + f11 will mute the sound as indicated on the key on this model PC. Alternatively, pressing f11 only will minimize and maximize a web browser if open. The action keys may vary depending on the model of notebook.
Enabled : Requires pressing only f1 through f12 to use the action as indicated on the action keys. For example, if Enabled , pressing f11 only will mute the sound as indicated on the key on this model PC. Alternatively, pressing fn + f11 will minimize and maximize a web browser if open. The action keys may vary depending on the model of notebook.
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Press f10 key to save the selection and restart the computer.
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5/11/2011