Adrian:
HP Laptops do not seem to What!, You do not specify.
I have an HP Laptop. Apart from their, so-called, Enhanced audio, which HP
include in their OEM version of the Windows operating systems and, having
the function keys, performing media functions, instead of performing the
regular function key functions by default, I have no problems with the
machine at all.
In some manufacturer's OEM versions of Windows, the function key default
behavior can be changed within Windows. On the otherhand, some
manufacturers, such as HP, who, in their infinite wisdom, exclude the
ability to do this within Windows. Therefore, the only way to change the
behavior of the function keys, is through the BIOS.
So, if anyone is thinking of purchasing any brand-name computer system, no
matter the manufacturer,, should check with the sales representative, as to
the default setting of the function keys. If the behavior of the function
keys can only be made through the BIOS, if it is at all possible, make it
part of the sale, to have them change the setting of the function keys to
the normal function key functions, before you part with your money and take
the machine out of the store or have it shipped to you. If that is not
possible, either take the computer system to a reputable computer store/shop
(you might or might not have to pay a fee) or, ask a knowledgeable friend to
make the change. Once the setting has been changed, you do not need to worry
about it any more, unless the backup lithium battery runs down completely
or, it drops below the minimum voltage where the battery cannot sustain the
BIOS at all.
Oh, by the way, I got round the previously mentioned audio problem on my
laptop, by replacing the HP OEM version of Windows 7 Professional, with the
standard Microsoft version of the Windows operating system.
HTH
Sincerely:
Dave Durber
----- Original Message -----
From: "Adrian Spratt via Jfw" <[email protected]>
To: "The Jaws for Windows support list." <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2014 4:38 PM
Subject: RE: About Buying a new laptop which works well with Jaws
Kadia,
Freedom Scientific won't state which hardware works best with JAWS. Based
on comments I've read on this list, I'd steer clear of Hewlett-Packard
laptops because they don't seem to.
You'll want to pack in as much RAM as the laptop can support.
Can I suggest that you're more likely to get a wide range of extremely
useful advice if you steer clear of politics? People on this list don't
seem to take kindly to non-tech opinions. We're here to help and be
helped, not to argue.
-----Original Message-----
From: Jfw [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Kadia Hajaj
via Jfw
Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2014 3:27 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: About Buying a new laptop which works well with Jaws
Hello,
My name is Kadia, an israeli blind woman, strongly opposed to the israeli
murderous regime .
My question is regarding buying a new laptop.
How do you decide which model to buy?
Do you get any specific recommendations from your Jaws dealers?
if so, what models, system requirements are you guided to buy?
If you wish to contact me directly, you can email to
[email protected]
Thanks for your advice,
Regards,
Kadia
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