Here's what I did on my laptop:
I first installed the "ff7 input patch" (If you don't have it download it from google) to same directory ff7.exe was in (This is essential becase laptops dont have num keypad). Then I hooked in a gamecontroller (Joysticks work too) via usb (pin sockets work too). You may have to borrow one, etc. The game automatically detects the controller and it works sweet. I used the gamecontroller to set my keyboard to the keys I wanted. Now I don't need the GC anymore!
If you don't have a gamecontroller of some type Install ff7 to a PC with a numpad. Install the ff7 input patch, and set the keys to something other than the numpad. Then using a flash drive/disc transfer ff7input configeration file (ff7input.cfg or something) and overwrite the one on your laptop with it.
Happy playing
RPGillespie
I actually bought a PS2 like gamecontroller so that when I play, the joystick controls cloud, L and R rotate the camera respctavly on the world map, etc. I find it much funner than my keypad.