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Page 2: ...ard Slot Optional 38 Connecting an External Display Device Optional 40 Network Optional 41 LCD Brightness Control 42 Battery Chapter 3 Chrome OS 45 All about Chrome OS 47 Get on the web 49 Discover web apps 50 FAQ 51 Recovery Optional Chapter 4 Appendix 53 Important Safety Information 55 Replacement Parts and Accessories 57 Regulatory Compliance Statements 69 WEEE Symbol Information 70 Samsung Pac...
Page 3: ...Before You Start 3 Safety Precautions 7 Proper Posture During Computer Use 23 Overview 26 Turn the Computer On and Off 29 Chapter 1 Getting Started ...
Page 4: ...actual appearance of the product This manual decribes procedures for using both the mouse and the touchpad The User manual supplied with this computer may vary depending on your model Safety Precaution Notations Icon Notation Description Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and or fatality Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this s...
Page 5: ...4 Spain 902 172 678 Netherlands 0900 SAMSUNG 0900 726 7864 Belgium 02 201 2418 lokaal tarief Sweden 0771 SAMSUNG 0771 7267864 Norway 81556480 Finland 306227515 Denmark 70701970 Switzerland 0848 72 67 864 Russia 8 800 555 5555 Hong Kong 852 3698 4698 Australia 1300 362 603 New Zealand 0800 726 786 Singapore 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Malaysia 1 800 88 9999 Mexico 1 800 SAMSUNG 726 7864 Brazil 4004 0000...
Page 6: ...ubject to change without prior notice please refer to the warranty card supplied with the product for more information For the international warranty information please refer to the warranty card supplied with the product or the International Warranty banner at http www samsung com global notepc Precautions for Operating System Support If a problem occurs because of the reinstallation of other ope...
Page 7: ... Capacity Representation The memory capacity reported in the Chrome OS is less than the actual capacity of memory This is because BIOS or a video adapter uses a portion of memory or claims it for further use E g For 1GB 1 024MB memory installed OS Windows Chrome etc may report the capacity as 1 022MB or less ...
Page 8: ...puter on a slant or a place prone to vibrations or avoid using the computer in that location for a long time This increases the risk that a malfunction or damage to the product will occur Be careful that people are not exposed to the computer s ventilator adapter etc as they generate heat over a long period of time when your PC is powered on Exposing a part of your body close to the heat from the ...
Page 9: ...roduct There is a danger of electric shock or fire hazard G If the power cord or power outlet makes a noise disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact a service center There is a danger of electric shock or fire hazard Avoid blocking the vent at the bottom or side of the computer when using it on a bed or cushion If the vent is blocked there is a danger of damaging the computer or ...
Page 10: ...r fire Connect the power cord to an outlet or multiple power plug extended cable with a ground terminal Failure to do so may result in electric shock When the power supply is ungrounded the current may leak resulting in electric shock If water or another substance enters the power input jack AC adapter or the computer disconnect the power cord and contact the service center If the notebook compute...
Page 11: ...er to avoid damaging the power cord or AC adapter If the cord is damaged there is a danger of electric shock or fire Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality Safety Precautions Unplug the wall mount AC adapter adapter and plug intergrated type from the wall outlet while holding the body and pulling it in the direction of the arrow I...
Page 12: ...puter into your bag to move it when it is still turned on If you put the computer into your bag without turning it off the computer may overheat and there is a danger of fire Shut the computer down properly before moving it Battery Usage Related Please charge the battery fully before using the computer for the first time Keep the battery out of the reach of infants and pets as they could put the b...
Page 13: ...nger of an explosion or fire Take care not to allow metal objects such as a key or clip to touch the battery terminal metal parts If a metal object touches the battery terminals it may cause excessive current flow and it may damage the battery or result in a fire If liquid leaks out of the product or battery or there is a funny smell coming from the product or battery remove the the product or bat...
Page 14: ...direct contact with it The temperature of the product may increase during normal operation This may result in harming or burning your skin Usage Related Disconnect all cables connected to the computer before cleaning it If your notebook is an external removable battery type remove the external battery There is a danger of electric shock or damage to the product Do not connect a phone line connecte...
Page 15: ... Upgrade Related Be sure to upgrade the computer by yourself only if you have sufficient knowledge and ability If this is not the case ask for assistance from the service center or an authorized engineer for the upgrade Be sure to upgrade only the parts specified in the user manual according to the procedures described in the user manual Do not disassemble any other parts or devices by yourself Th...
Page 16: ...elds include airport walk through devices and security wands The airport security devices that check carry on luggage such as conveyor belts use x rays instead of magnetism and will not damage a drive When carrying the notebook computer with other items such as the adapter mouse books etc take care not to press anything against the notebook computer If a heavy object is pressed against the noteboo...
Page 17: ...osal method may differ depending on your country and region Dispose of the used battery in an appropriate way Do not throw or disassemble the battery and do not put it into water This may cause an injury fire or explosion Use only a battery authorized by Samsung Electronics Failure to do so may cause an explosion Avoid contact with metal objects such as car keys or clips when keeping or carrying a...
Page 18: ...he computer temperature increases there is a danger of burning yourself Connect only permitted devices to the connectors or ports of the computer Failure to do so may cause electric shock and fire Close the LCD panel only after checking if the notebook computer is turned off The temperature may rise and cause overheating and deformation of the product Do not press the Eject Button while the CD ROM...
Page 19: ...perclip should not be used while the disk is in motion Make sure to use the emergency disk eject method only when the Optical Disk Drive has stopped There is a danger of injury Do not place your face close to the Optical Disk Drive tray when it is operating There is a danger of injury due to an abrupt ejection Check CDs for cracks and damage prior to use It may damage the disc and cause problems w...
Page 20: ...ger of an accident Be sure to use an authorized Samsung Electronics service center To connect a device that is not manufactured or authorized by Samsung Electronics inquire at your service center before connecting the device There is a danger of damaging the product Security and Movement Related When moving the product turn the power off and separate all connected cables first The product might be...
Page 21: ...elf The data may be lost when an external impact is applied to the disk while disassembling or assembling the computer The data may be lost when the computer is turned off or reset by a power failure while the hard disk drive is operating The data may be lost and irrecoverable due to a computer virus infection The data may be lost if the power is turned off while running a program Sudden impact or...
Page 22: ... power outlet If the plug pins are not inserted into the center of the holes the plug pins are only inserted up to half their length In this case reconnect the power plug You have to insert the power plug into the outlet when the power indicator LED of the power outlet is lit green If the power is connected properly the power indicator LED remains green Otherwise the power indicator LED is turned ...
Page 23: ...port of the computer Auto Adapter In flight Cigar Socket Cigar Plug DC Plug When Using the Airplane Charging Coverter Depending on the airplane you have to use the auto adapter and charging converter Connect the airplane charging converter optional to the auto adapter optional and then insert the airplane power input jack into the power outlet Charging Converter 1 Connect this end to the auto adap...
Page 24: ...Posture Adjust the heights of desks and chairs appropriate to your height The heights are to be adjusted so that your arm forms a right angle when you place your hand over the keyboard while sitting down on a chair Adjust the height of the chair so that your heels are comfortably placed on the floor Do not use the computer while you are lying down but only while you are sitting down Do not use the...
Page 25: ...before using the computer When entering contents printed on a paper into the computer use a static paper holder so that the height of the paper is almost equal to that of the monitor Hand Position Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure Keep the line from your elbow to your hand straight Do not place your palm over the keyboard while typing Do not hold the mouse with excessive force ...
Page 26: ...n Please check the equalizer default setting before first usage To prevent possible hearing damage do not listen at high volume levels for long periods Use Time Break Time Take a break for 10 minutes or more after a 50 minute period when working for more than one hour Illumination Do not use the computer in dark locations The illumination level for computer use must be as bright as for reading a b...
Page 27: ...2 4 3 5 1 6 7 8 1 Illumination sensor A sensor that senses the ambient brightness of the Chromebook When it is dark the display gets darker When it is bright the display gets brighter 2 Camera operating indicator This indicates the camera operating status 3 Camera Using this camera you can take still pictures and record video 4 Microphone You can use the built in microphone 5 LCD The screen images...
Page 28: ...ing option Optional 1 Charge Status This shows the power source and the battery charge status Green When the battery is fully charged or the battery is not installed Red or orange When the battery is being charged Off When the computer is running on battery power without being connected to AC adapter 2 DC Jack Connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the Chromebook 3 USB 3 0 Port or Chargeabl...
Page 29: ...w 1 2 1 Earset headset Jack Use this jack to connect your earset or headset 2 USB 2 0 Port Optional You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboard mouse digital camera etc Bottom View 1 1 Speaker The built in speaker is located here ...
Page 30: ... button for about 2 seconds to lock the system In this lock state press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds to shut down the Chromebook To shut down the Chromebook when the system has frozen unexpectedly press and hold the Power button for at least 8 seconds Controlling the power of the Chromebook If the Lid is closed When there is no input for a predetermined period of time If the Power butto...
