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ACS MAC Function Keys Not Working

Troubleshooting


Problem

ACS MAC function keys not working

Symptom

On MAC, the function keys in the 5250 emulator, when pressed, do not get sent to the 5250 emulator; they are OS specific actions.

Cause

Keyboard setting.

Environment

MAC with ACS

Diagnosing The Problem

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Resolving The Problem

Do the following on the MAC:

1. Click System Preferences.
2. Click Keyboard.
3. Select the radio button Use all F1, F2, ect. as standard function keys.

This should resolve the problem.

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Document Information

Modified date:
18 December 2019

UID

nas8N1021212