User manual GERICOM N38W2

[. . . ] July 2000 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by the manufacturer. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that might appear in this document. The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software or equipment that is not supplied by the manufacturer or its affiliated companies. [. . . ] [Caps Lock]: The [Caps Lock] key corresponds to a typewriter's Shift Lock key, but it only affects letter keys. Even with the [Caps Lock] key engaged, if you want to generate the symbols and punctuation marks above the number keys, you must still use the [Shift] key. Note that when the [Caps Lock] key is engaged, the Caps Lock indicator comes on. [Shift]: Similar to the typewriter's Shift key, this key allows you to type letters in "UPPER CASE. " 9. [Ctrl]: Used by itself, the Control key has no effect in carrying out any commands. Its function depends mainly upon the type of software you are currently using. Refer to the user's manual of the software you are using for details on how to use this key. [Alt]: Used by itself, the Alternate Key has no effect in carrying out any commands, but functions with the [Ctrl] + [Del] key to reboot or restart your operating system program. Refer to the user's guide of the software you are using for more details on how to use this key. [Windows 95 Keys] There are two special Windows 95 keys on the keyboard. The key with the Windows Logo (located between the Fn key and the Alt key) activates the Start menu button on the bottom left of the screen. The other key, which looks like a menu with a small arrow, is located in the top row of keys. It activates the Properties menu and is equivalent to pressing the right mouse button while pointing at any object on the Windows desktop. 47 Notebook User's Guide Cursor Control Keys and Editing Keys The keys listed in this section are specifically used to move the cursor on the LCD Display. When used in combination with other keys, these cursor control keys provide some very powerful editing functions. The cursor's location indicates where you can type text on the screen. Having the ability to quickly move the cursor around the screen while editing text will significantly improve your efficiency. The importance of these Cursor Control keys is more apparent when using application software such as word processors, spread sheet applications, and databases. In addition, while using your operating system software (OS), several of these keys play an important role in moving the cursor or editing. Figure 3-2 highlights both the Keyboard's Cursor Control and Text Editing keys. A brief discussion of each key follows. Figure 3-2: Cursor Control and Text Editing Keys 1. [3] and [4] Keys: Pressing either of these keys will move the cursor one character at a time in the direction shown on the arrow key. [5] and [6] Keys: Pressing either of these keys will move the cursor one line at a time in the direction shown on the arrow key. [. . . ] Try using a system floppy diskette to make sure the operating system will load properly. If it doesn't, contact your support representative. The LCD Display Question: Answer: I know the Notebook is on, but the LCD screen is blank. More than likely, the screen contrast or brightness controls are improperly adjusted or you've accidentally put the computer into Suspend Mode by pressing the Suspend/Resume switch. Another possibility is that you've turned off the LCD display by pressing [Fn]+[F5] and set the display for an external monitor. [. . . ]