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Using Your VAIO Computer
Using the Keyboard
Your keyboard is very similar to a desktop computer keyboard, but has additional keys that perform model-specific tasks.
Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key
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Some functions are not available until Windows is launched.
Combinations/Feature Functions
Fn + % (F2): speaker switch Turns on and off the built-in speakers and the headphones.
Fn + 2 (F3/F4): volume Adjusts the volume level.
To increase volume, press Fn+F4 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F4.
To decrease volume, press Fn+F3 and then m or <, or keep pressing Fn+F3.
Fn + 8 (F5/F6): brightness control Adjusts the LCD brightness of your computer screen.
To increase lightness intensity, press Fn+F6 and then M or ,, or keep pressing Fn+F6.
To decrease lightness intensity, press Fn+F5 and then m or <, or keep pressing Fn+F5.
Fn + /T (F7): display output
Toggles among your computer screen, an external display, and simultaneous output to both.
Fn + (F12): Hibernate
Provides for the lowest level of power consumption. When you execute this command, the
states of the system and the peripheral devices are written to the hard disk and the system
power is turned off. To return the system to its original state, use the power button to turn on the
power.
For details on power management, see Using the Power Saving Modes (page 83).
