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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP
Computer Base and Keyboard Features
1 Status lights (3) — Indicate if the Caps Lock, Number Lock, or Scroll Lock
lights are turned on or o.
2 Macro keys — You can assign keystrokes, predened functions, macros,
or shortcuts for your games using the TactX Macro Key Controls option
available in the Alienware Command Center. For more information, see
“Alienware Command Center” on page 26.
3 Backlit keyboard — Illuminates to provide visibility in low lit or dark
environments. You can customize the colors and eects of the backlight
using the AlienFX software available in the Alienware Command Center.
For more information on customizing the backlight, see “Alienware
Command Center” on page 26.
4 Touch pad — Provides the functionality of a mouse to move the cursor,
drag or move selected items, and left‑click by tapping the surface.
5 Touch pad buttons (2) — Provide left- and right-click functions like those
on a mouse.
6 Media control keys (9) — Press the keys to perform the associated action.
For more information, see “Media Control Keys” on page 21.
7 Power button — Turns the computer on or o when pressed. For more
information, see “Power Button” on page 22.
