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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
3
Before You Start
6
Safety Precautions
21
Proper Posture During Computer Use
24
Overview
30
Turning the Computer On and Off
Chapter 2. Using Windows 8
33
What is Microsoft Windows 8?
34
Screen At a Glance
36
Using the Charms
38
Using Apps
41
Windows Hot Key Function
Chapter 3. Using the computer
43
Keyboard
46
Touchpad
50
CD Drive (ODD, Optional)
52
Multi Card Slot (Optional)
55
Connecting an External Display Device
60
Adjusting the Volume
62
LCD Brightness Control
63
Wired Network
66
Wireless Network (Optional)
68
Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)
77
Using the Multimedia App (Optional)
81
Sharing content using the AllShare Play app (Optional)
90
Samsung Software Update
91
Diagnosing the Computer Status and
Troubleshooting
92
Using the Security Slot (Optional)
Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade
94
BIOS Setup
96
Setting a Boot Password
99
Changing the Boot Priority
100
Upgrading Memory
103
Battery
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
108
Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)
115
Reinstalling Windows (Optional)
118
Q&A
Chapter 6. Appendix
124
Important Safety Information
126
Replacement Parts and Accessories
128
Regulatory Compliance Statements
144
WEEE Symbol Information
145
Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program
146
TCO Certified
147
Product Specifications
149
Glossary
153
Index