Yes, but you will positively need sighted assistance, as this has to be
changed from within the BIOS. That is, it has to be changed in the very
basic of the computer itself, even before Windows - and the screen
reader - is loading. For the exact change, and how to open the BIOS
screen on your computer, please do a search on the net.
The only other workaround you have, is to use an external keyboard, like
a USB keyboard. From there, the F-keys will work normally. Rather
frustrating that the manufacturer makes this the default setting on
their computers, something that numerous sighted people complain about
as well. You will find a number of answers on the net, but they are
going to tell you pretty much the same, I am afraid. Sorry for the
troublesome news.
Apparently, once you have the exact steps lined out and two eyes to help
you, the fix is a quick and easy go. And it only has to be done this one
time.
Regards,
David
On 12/9/2014 9:51 PM, Gary Metzler wrote:
Hi All,
I am using an hp laptop with windows 8.1 and we beta 2. Is there any
way to make the function keys work without usihng the fn key? When I
am in the we manual and want to read the info I have to hit the fn key
and f6. Can this be changed? Thanks for any help.Regards, Gary kn4ox
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