Microsoft KB Archive/894520

= The F LOCK key on-screen display does not always appear when you use a Microsoft keyboard =

Article ID: 894520

Article Last Modified on 3/23/2005

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APPLIES TO


 * Microsoft IntelliType Pro 5.2
 * Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop 1.0
 * Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop Elite
 * Microsoft Wireless Optical Desktop for Bluetooth

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SYMPTOMS
When you use a Microsoft keyboard that has an F LOCK key, there may be no on-screen display that indicates whether the F LOCK key is on or off.

Note When the F LOCK key is off, the function keys (F1, F2, and so on) have new enhanced functions that are mapped to them. When the F LOCK key is on, the function keys have standard functions that are mapped to them that vary according to the program that has focus. By default, the F LOCK key is turned off.



WORKAROUND
To work around this behavior, examine the receiver for your wireless keyboard. Some models may have an indicator light on the receiver that is illuminated when the F LOCK key is on.



STATUS
This behavior is by design.



MORE INFORMATION
The following table lists the enhanced functions of the function keys:

Keywords: kbtshoot kbprb KB894520

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