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    Is there a way to turn off the FN functions?

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by alvin545, Sep 12, 2006.

  1. alvin545

    alvin545 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,

    Is there a way to turn off the FN functions of the keyboard? I just want to turn it off temporarily. Thanks!
     
    alvin545, Sep 12, 2006
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    Qhs Notebook Evangelist

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    I don't know, but there is an update in "System Update" about the FN functions. Read about and see if that could solve your problem. Sorry, don't have a link. You can readthe readme when you get to the update screen.
     
    Qhs, Sep 12, 2006
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    alvin545 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Ok, I'm looking into it now. Thanks for the reply!
     
    alvin545, Sep 13, 2006
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    Hmm... the System Update didn't show any updates for the FN functions.

    Anyone else have any suggestions?
     
    alvin545, Sep 13, 2006
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    The FN keys (those that aren't hardware keys anyway such as the keyboard light) are controlled by a service. Kill that service and you kill the FN key function. Sorry but I don't remember the service name, though it may have "fn" or "key" in the name. Open the task manager and look at the processes tab. Search the internet for each one, and you'll eventually find the right service.
     
    pbdavey, Sep 13, 2006
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