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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
4
Before You Start
7
Safety Precautions
22
Proper Posture During Computer Use
25
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
42
Using the Touch Screen (For touch screen models
only)
Chapter 3. Using the computer
50
Keyboard
53
Touchpad
57
External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)
59
Multi Card Slot (Optional)
62
Connecting an External Display Device
65
Adjusting the Volume
67
Switching the picture mode
68
LCD Brightness Control
69
Wired Network
73
Wireless Network (Optional)
75
Mobile broadband (Wireless WAN, Optional)
76
Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)
85
Using the Multimedia App (Optional)
88
Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone (Optional)
89
Samsung Software Update
90
Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting
91
Slim Security Slot
Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade
93
BIOS Setup
95
Setting a Boot Password
98
Changing the Boot Priority
99
Battery
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
104
Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)
111
Reinstalling Windows (Optional)
114
Q&A
Chapter 6. Appendix
119
Important Safety Information
121
Replacement Parts and Accessories
123
Regulatory Compliance Statements
137
WEEE Symbol Information
138
Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program
139
TCO Certified (for corresponding models only)
140
Product Specifications
142
Glossary