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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
32
Turning the Computer On and Off
Chapter 2. Using Windows 8
35
What is Microsoft Windows 8?
36
Screen At a Glance
38
Using the Charms
40
Using Apps
43
Windows Hot Key Function
Chapter 3. Using the computer
45
Keyboard
49
Touchpad
53
CD Drive (ODD, Optional)
55
Multi Card Slot (Optional)
58
Connecting an External Display Device
63
Adjusting the Volume
65
LCD Brightness Control
66
Wired Network
69
Wireless Network (Optional)
71
Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)
80
Using the Multimedia App (Optional)
84
Sharing content using the AllShare Play app (Optional)
93
Samsung Software Update
94
Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting
95
Using the Security Slot
Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade
97
BIOS Setup
99
Setting a Boot Password
102
Changing the Boot Priority
103
Upgrading Memory (Optional)
106
Battery
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
111
Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)
118
Reinstalling Windows (Optional)
121
Q&A
Chapter 6. Appendix
126
Important Safety Information
128
Replacement Parts and Accessories
130
Regulatory Compliance Statements
146
WEEE Symbol Information
147
Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program
148
TCO Certified
149
Product Specifications
151
Glossary
155
Index