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User Guide
Getting Started
Using the Computer
Settings and Upgrade
Backup/Restoration
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Страница 1: ...1 2 3 4 5 User Guide Getting Started Using the Computer Settings and Upgrade Backup Restoration Appendix Contents Start ...
Страница 2: ...Device 53 Adjusting the Volume 55 Wired Network 58 Wireless Network Optional 61 Using the TPM Security Device Optional 70 Software Launcher Optional Chapter 3 Settings and Upgrade 72 LCD Brightness Control 73 Easy Settings Optional 74 BIOS Setup 76 Setting a Boot Password 79 Changing the Boot Priority 80 Battery Chapter 4 Backup Restore 85 Samsung Recovery Solution Optional Chapter 5 Appendix 98 I...
Страница 3: ...Tips 3 Before You Start 4 Safety Precautions 7 Proper Posture During Computer Use 22 Overview 25 Turning the Computer On and Off 31 Chapter 1 Getting Started ...
Страница 4: ...ious state even if you do not have a separate OS recovery DVD or recovery CD I want to connect an external monitor TV or projector Connect the display device and the computer with the monitor and repeatedly press the F4 key while holding down the Fn key When I turn the computer on for the first time after purchasing it the computer does not turn on To turn the computer on for the first time you ha...
Страница 5: ...guide decribes procedures for using both the mouse and the touchpad This manual has been written for the Windows 7 operating system The descriptions and figures may differ depending on the installed operating system The User guide supplied with this computer may vary depending on your model Using the software The software described in the main text can be launched using the following menu path Sta...
Страница 6: ... this manual No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical without the consent of Samsung Electronics Co Ltd The information in this document is subject to change without notice due to improving the performance of the product Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any data loss Please take care to avoid losing any important data a...
Страница 7: ... calculation E g For a 80GB HDD Windows represents the capacity as 74 5GB 80x1 000x1 000x1 000 byte 1 024x1 024x1 024 byte 74 505GB In addition the capacity representation in Windows may be even smaller because some programs such as Recovery Solution may reside in a hidden area of the HDD About Memory Capacity Representation The memory capacity reported in Windows is less than the actual capacity ...
Страница 8: ...ation for a long time This increases the risk that a malfunction or damage to the product will occur Avoid exposing any part of your body to the heat from the computer vent or AC adapter for a long time when the computer is on Exposing a part of your body close to the heat from the vent or AC adapter for long periods of time may cause a burn Avoid blocking the vent at the bottom or side of the com...
Страница 9: ...bend the power cord excessively or do not place a heavy object over the power cord It is especially important to keep the power cord out of reach of infants and pets If the cord is damaged it may cause electric shock or fire Power Related The power plug and wall outlet figures may differ depending on the country specifications and the product model Do not touch the main plug or power cord with wet...
Страница 10: ...ct the power cord to the AC adapter firmly Otherwise there is a danger of fire due to an incomplete contact Use only the AC adapter supplied with the product Using another adapter may cause the screen to flicker Do not place heavy objects or step onto the power cord or AC adapter to avoid damaging the power cord or AC adapter If the cord is damaged there is a danger of electric shock or fire Unplu...
Страница 11: ... Precautions Do not use the computer in a badly ventilated location such as on bedding on a pillow or cushion etc and do not use it in a location such as room with floor heating as it may cause the computer to overheat Take care that the computer vents on the side or the bottom are not blocked especially in these environments If the vents are blocked the computer may overheat and it may cause a co...
Страница 12: ...t the product or battery or put the product or battery into a fire Do not put or use the product or battery in a hot location such as a sauna inside a vehicle exposed to the heat and so on There is a danger 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 excessi...
Страница 13: ...the Emergency Hole may differ depending on the model Usage Related Disconnect all cables connected to the computer before cleaning it If your notebook is 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 connected to a digital phone to the modem There is a danger of a electric shock fire or damage to...
Страница 14: ...ve the external battery Failure to do so may cause electric shock If the computer is broken or dropped disconnect the power cord and contact a service center for a safety check If the notebook computer has an external type removable battery separate the battery also Using a broken computer may cause electric shock or fire hazard Avoid direct sunlight when the computer is in an air tight location s...
Страница 15: ...nt away from the other objects Security and Movement Related Follow the instructions for the relevant location e g airplane hospital etc when using a wireless communication device wireless LAN Bluetooth etc Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields in clude airport walk through devices and se curity wands The airport security devices that check car ry on lugga...
Страница 16: ...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...
Страница 17: ...ature 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 it may cause overheating and deformation of the product Do not press the Eject Button while the Floppy Disk CD RO...
Страница 18: ...n when cleaning the product and only use the computer when it is completely dried Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire Emergency disk eject method using paperclip 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 ...
Страница 19: ...nect a device that is not manufactured or authorized by Samsung Electronics enquire 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 damaged or users may trip over the cables For long periods of not using the notebook com...
Страница 20: ...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...
Страница 21: ... 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 ...
Страница 22: ...port of the computer Auto Adapter In flight Cigar Socket Cigar Plug DC Plug When using the Airplane Charging Converter 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 ada...
Страница 23: ...er 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 chair so that your heel is 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 co...
Страница 24: ...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 ...
Страница 25: ... and driver updates without your intervention Please check the equalizer default setting before first usage 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 so for reading a book Indirect illumination is recommended Use...
Страница 26: ...mera operating indicator This indicates the camera operating status 3 LCD The screen images are displayed here 4 Status Indicators Shows the operating status of the computer The corresponding operating LED is lit when the corresponding function operates 5 Power Button Power Button LED Turns the computer on and off When the computer is on the power button LED is lit 6 Keyboard A device to enter dat...
Страница 27: ...ry power without being connected to AC adapter 2 Illumination Sensor Optional This sensor detects the ambient illumination of the PC If the ambient illumination becomes dark the LCD becomes dimmer and the keyboard backlight is lit On the contrary if the ambient illumination becomes brighter the LCD becomes brighter and the keyboard backlight is turned off Press the keys simultaneously select the E...
Страница 28: ...pter optional 4 Ear set headset Jack This is the jack for connecting an ear set or headset 5 USB Port You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboard mouse digital camera etc For 15 inch models 1 3 2 1 Multi Card Slot A card slot supports multi cards 2 Monitor Port A port used to connect a monitor TV or projector supporting a 15pin D SUB interface You can connect a VGA adapter optio...
Страница 29: ... some USB devices You can turn the Chargeable USB function ON OFF by selecting the Easy Settings General USB Charging option Optional 1 DC Jack A jack to connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the computer 2 Chargeable USB 3 0 Port This is a chargeable USB port that can be used to connect and charge a USB device When the AC adapter is connected it may be inconvenient to use the USB port In ...
Страница 30: ...N OFF by selecting the Easy Settings General USB Charging option Optional 1 DC Jack A jack to connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the computer 2 Chargeable USB 2 0 Port This is a chargeable USB port that can be used to connect and charge a USB device When the AC adapter is connected it may be inconvenient to use the USB port In this case purchase and use a USB extension cable or use the ...
Страница 31: ...For more information refer to About the function to cut the power supply to the internal battery in the Safety Precautions The location of the Emergency Battery Hole may differ depending on the model 2 Speaker A device used to generate sound If you replace the bottom of the product the model name serial number and some logos etched into the bottom of the product will no longer be there For more in...
Страница 32: ...for the first time the Windows activation screen appears Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on the screen to use the computer Entering Sleep mode When the computer is turned on press the computer s power button once briefly To wake up the computer briefly press the computer s Power button again Adjusting the screen brightness When the computer runs on battery power the ...
Страница 33: ...sy Settings is installed the system shutdown location may differ Click Start Shut down mode to shutdown the computer 1 2 1 2 or If the system cannot be shut down due to a system error turn it off by pressing and holding the Power Button for a minimum of 4 seconds Please note that turning the computer off by this method may cause a system problem Thereafter when turning the computer back on the dis...
Страница 34: ...i Card Slot Optional 44 Connecting an External Display Device 47 Connecting an External Digital Device 52 Adjusting the Volume 53 Wired Network 55 Wireless Network Optional 58 Using the TPM Security Device Optional 61 Software Launcher Optional 70 Chapter 2 Using the computer ...
Страница 35: ...tual keyboard The keyboard may differ depending on your country The following mainly describes the shortcut keys Shortcut Keys Press both the Fn key and hot key at the same time Alternatively press the Fn Lock key as well as a hot key to use the hot key functions more easily Method 1 Shortcut Keys Method 2 1 Fn Lock On The Blue LED is turned On 2 Shortcut Keys ...
Страница 36: ... the Touchpad function on or off When using an external mouse only you can turn the Touchpad off Mute Press this button to turn the audio on or off Volume Control Controls the volume Keyboard Backlight Brightness Control Controls the brightness of the keyboard backlight Silent Mode Reduces the Fan noise so that users can use the computer without hearing noise Wireless network You can turn the wire...
Страница 37: ...y you have to install the Easy Settings Keyboard Backlit Function Optional The keyboard Backlight are automatically turned on or off depending on the ambient illumination Therefore you can easily type with the keyboard when you are in a dark environment or at night To adjust the keyboard backlit brightness Press the key combination to launch Easy Settings and select General Key Backlit and adjust ...
Страница 38: ... the driver provided by the corresponding manufacturer is recommended Touch the touchpad with your fingers only Anything other than your fingers such as a ball point pen will not be recognized by the touchpad If you touch the Touchpad or press the Touchpad buttons while booting up the Windows boot time may be extended Checking the touchpad manufacturer Click the Start Control Panel Hardware and So...
Страница 39: ...s the left touchpad button twice quickly ClickClick TapTap or Right Button Function This corresponds to clicking the right mouse button Touch the right touchpad button once or touch the touchpad once with two fingers to open the context sensitive menu or Click Tap Drag Function Dragging refers to moving an item to another place after selecting it Press and hold down the left touchpad button over a...
