Why can't use the number keys as hot keys?

[AlbertH22]

I can not use the number keys as hot keys. I am not talking about the num lock numbers. I CAN use the number keys as hot keys if I use them with the ctrl or shift or alt keys.

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

The number keys at the RH side of the keyboard work for me, but the number keys atop the keyboard do not. I have no idea why that is.

 

[AlbertH22]

worked for me using v 2009.