X240 F8 Wifi function (fn) key not working

Hi guys,
Just wondering if you guys have the same problem with the F8 wifi switch function key not working?
The F8 function key only works if I have the "Network" page opened on the right hand side (by clicking on the network logo on the task bar). It doesn't do anything if I just press it without that network page out.
Is it suppose to do that?

Hi Tomlaulau,
Welcome to Lenovo Community!
I’m sorry to hear that you are facing the issue with Wifi on ThinkPad X240.
This kind of issue occurs when there is error in the Power Management application. Hence we request you to check with updating the Power Management application from the drivers page.
If your system is installed with Windows 7 OS, then you have to install both Power Management and Power Manager Application.
Below is the link to enter the downloads page and install exact Power Management application accordingly, please click on "Select Product" then in "QUICK PATH" enter the MTM no. select the exact model.
http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/downloads/default.page#
Hope this helps. Do post back if issue persists!
Best regards,
Hemanth Kumar
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