Dell Precision M20: Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad : Dell Precision M20
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Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM20User'sGuide
Numeric Keypad
Key Combinations
Touch Pad
Changing the Track Stick Cap
Numeric Keypad
The numeric keypad functions like the numeric keypad on an external keyboard. Each key on the keypad has multiple functions. The keypad numbers and
symbols are marked in blue on the right of the keypad keys. To type a number or symbol, hold down <Fn> and press the desired key.
l To enable the keypad, press <Num Lk>. The light indicates that the keypad is active.
l To disable the keypad, press <Num Lk> again.
Key Combinations
System Functions
Battery
CD or DVD Tray
Display Functions
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numeric keypad
<Ctrl><Shift><Esc>
Opens the Task Manager window
<Fn><F4>
Enables and disables the numeric keypad
<Fn><F5>
Enables and disables the scroll lock
<Fn><F3>
DisplaystheDell™QuickSetBatteryMeter
<Fn><F10>
Ejects the tray out of the drive (if Dell QuickSet is installed).
<Fn><F8>
Switches the video image to the next display option. The options include the integrated display, an external monitor, and both
displays simultaneously.
Radios (Including Wireless Networking and Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Power Management
Speaker Functions
Microsoft®Windows®Logo Key Functions
To adjust keyboard operation, such as the character repeat rate:
l In Windows XP, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and click Keyboard.
l In Windows 2000, open the Control Panel and double-click the Keyboard icon.
Touch Pad
The touch pad detects the pressure and movement of your finger to allow you to move the cursor on the display. Use the touch pad and touch pad buttons as
you would use a mouse.
<Fn> and up-arrow key
Increases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).
<Fn> and down-arrow
key
Decreases brightness on the integrated display only (not on an external monitor).
<Fn><F2>
Enables and disables radios, including wireless networking and Bluetooth wireless technology
<Fn><Esc>
Activates a power management mode. You can reprogram this keyboard shortcut to activate a different power management mode using the
Advanced tab in the Power Options Properties window.
<Fn><F1>
Places your computer in hibernation.
<Fn><Page Up>
Increases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached
<Fn><Page Dn>
Decreases the volume of the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached
<Fn><End>
Enables and disables the integrated speakers and external speakers, if attached
Windows logo key and <m>
Minimizes all open windows
Windows logo key and <Shift><m>
Maximizes all windows
Windows logo key and <e>
Runs Windows Explorer
Windows logo key and <r>
Opens the Run dialog box
Windows logo key and <f>
Opens the Search Results dialog box
Windows logo key and <Ctrl><f>
Opens the Search Results-Computer dialog box (if the computer is connected to a network)
Windows logo key and <Pause>
Opens the System Properties dialog box
l To move the cursor, lightly slide your finger over the touch pad.
l To select an object, lightly tap once on the surface of the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button.
l To select and move (or drag) an object, position the cursor on the object and tap down-up-down on the touch pad. On the second down motion, leave
your finger on the touch pad and move the selected object by sliding your finger over the surface.
l To double-click an object, position the cursor on the object and tap twice on the touch pad or use your thumb to press the left touch-pad button twice.
You can also use the track stick to move the cursor. Press the track stick left, right, up, or down to change the direction of the cursor on the display. Use the
track stick and track stick buttons as you would use a mouse.
Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick
You can use the Mouse Properties window to disable the touch pad and track stick or adjust their settings.
1. In Windows XP, open the Control Panel, click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse.
In Windows 2000, open the Control Panel and double-click the Mouse icon.
2. In the Mouse Properties window:
l Click the Device Select tab to disable the touch pad and track stick.
l Click the Pointer tab to adjust touch pad and track stick settings.
3. Click OK to save the settings and close the window.
Changing the Track Stick Cap
You can replace your track stick cap if it wears down from prolonged use or if you prefer a different color. You can purchase additional caps by visiting the Dell
website at www.dell.com.
1. Pull the cap off the track stick.
2. Align the new cap over the square track-stick post and gently press the cap down onto the post.
3. Test the track stick to ensure that the cap is seated properly.
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track stick
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track stick
buttons
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buttons
NOTE: You may not be able to purchase additional caps from Dell in certain countries.
NOTICE: The track stick can damage the display if it is not properly seated on the post.
Оглавление
- DellPrecision™MobileWorkstationM20User'sGuide
- About Your Computer
- Appendix
- Alert Standard Format (ASF)
- Using a Battery
- Using the Module Bay
- Using CDs, DVDs, and Other Multimedia
- Cleaning Your Computer
- Dell Diagnostics
- Using the Display
- Reinstalling Software
- Finding Information
- Getting Help
- Glossary
- Using the Keyboard and Touch Pad
- Passwords
- Using PC Cards
- Power Management
- Dell™QuickSetFeatures
- Adding and Replacing Parts
- Using the System Setup Program
- Using Smart Cards
- Solving Problems
- Specifications
- Travelling With Your Computer
- Connecting to a Wireless Local Area Network
- Using Microsoft®Windows®XP
