How to Turn Off the Main Function of F Keys on Laptops
The Fn key on laptops is a special key used to access the functions of other keys. For instance, holding down Fn and pressing the J, K L U I or O keys on a Dell Inspiron 1150 laptop allows you to use these keys as a replacement number pad. While useful, the Fn key can also be a pesky annoyance, which is why the option to disable exists in some laptops, depending on their manufacturer and model.
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Instructions
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Disable via Bios
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Restart your laptop and press the "F10" key to enter the BIOS.
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Navigate to the "System Configuration" option using the arrow keys.
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Press the arrow keys to access the "Action Keys Mode" option and press enter.
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Select "Disabled" and save your settings by hitting the "Escape" button and selecting the "Yes" option.
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Tips & Warnings
Also trying pressing both the "Fn" and "Numlock" keys at the same time.
