s7-393 - disable keyboard when lid is tilted back all the way?

heweaver

I have an s7-393 that I only recently purchased.  This machine was wiped and I had to do a factory install, but I used a Windows 10 installation drive instead of whatever factory image may have originally come with this machine.  I was just wondering, I noticed the lid lays back completely flat and I have used this from time to time when I am drawing or something (which I don't do often) but I have a problem of accidentally hitting keys when holding or moving the tablet.  I have worked on other tablets and laptops where there were additional drivers not included by default when a fresh copy of Windows is installed that detect when the lid is opened so far that basically disables the keyboard or puts the machine into tablet mode.  Does anyone know if there are any such drivers for this model laptop?  I read somewhere t hat FN+F10 is supposed to disable the keyboard but that does not work on this laptop, nor does the FN key etchings indicate such a function exists at all, but I thought I would ask to see if anyone knows for sure if this laptop has any such feature or if so, then where might I find drivers to enable this function?

Thanks!

Commodore_1995#

I think version 1.09 is related to your question, see: 

BIOS

Acer

1. On/OFF touch panel when Lid open/close.

1.09

4.9 MB

2015/08/07

download

heweaver

I do have that version of BIOS but I think that basically makes the device turn on when lifting the lid from a completely closed position, which I do use and enjoy that feature.  I was just hoping there was a way to disable the keyboard automatically when laying the lid back as far as it goes, which is completely flat on the table or desk surface.  

Commodore_1995#

Maybe there is some keyboard setup in the Acer touch tools or Acer quick access program?

billsey

It's usually handled by hinge sensors, up to 180 degrees the keyboard is on, past 180 degrees the keyboard is off for 'tent mode' and 'tablet mode'. I don't think the Aspire S7 models have those modes, so the sensors are likely not installed.