Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: How do I use the Function (Fn) and System keys on this Gateway convertible notebook?

A:
Press Fn and function key... to...
F1 Turn the status indicators on and off.
F2 Turn the optional wireless network on or off.

Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. IEEE 802.11 communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.
F3 Enter Sleep mode or Hybrid Sleep mode. Press the power button to leave Sleep mode.
F4 Toggle the convertible notebook display in the following order:
  1. The LCD
  2. An external monitor or projector (a monitor or projector must be plugged into the monitor port on your convertible notebook)
  3. Both displays at the same time
F5 Display the power status box in the upper-left corner of your display. The box shows the battery charge level, the BIOS version, and whether the optional wireless network is being used. Press the key combination again to close this box.
F6 Turn the optional Bluetooth radio on or off.

Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.
F7 Increase the LCD panel brightness above the normal brightest setting. Use this feature in bright lighting situations, such as outside in bright sunlight. Press a second time to decrease the brightness below the normal lowest brightness setting. Use this feature in dim lighting situations. Press a third time to return the display to the normal brightness setting.

Important: Using this feature affects the battery performance.

F8 Decrease volume.
F9 Increase volume.
F10 Mute the sound. Press the key combination again to restore the sound.
Right Arrow Increase the brightness of the display.
Left Arrow Decrease the brightness of the display.