Samsung Electronics Co 62230ANH Intel Centrino Advanced-N 623 User Manual Amor2 eng indb

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Intel Centrino Advanced-N 623 Amor2 eng indb

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User Guide
Getting Started
Using the Computer
Settings and Upgrade
Backup/Restoration
Appendix
Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
3 Tips
4 Before You Start
7 Safety Precautions
22 Proper Posture During Computer Use
25 Overview
31 Turning the Computer On and O
Chapter 2. Using the Computer
34 Keyboard
37 Touchpad
42 External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)
44 Multi Card Slot (Optional)
47 Connecting an External Display Device
52 Connecting an External Digital 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 Important Safety Information
100 Replacement Parts and Accessories
102 Regulatory Compliance Statements
117 WEEE Symbol Information
118 TCO Certi ed
119 Product Speci cations
121 Glossary
125 Index
Tips 3
Before You Start 4
Safety Precautions 7
Proper Posture During Computer Use 22
Overview 25
Turning the Computer On and O 31
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Tips
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The computer is not turning on or does not respond
and displays a blank screen.
Restore the computer using Samsung Recovery Solution.
1. Turn the computer on and press the F4 key when the
booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears.
2. The computer will boot up in restore mode after a short
while and Samsung Recovery Solution appears.
3. When the start menu screen appears, click Restore.
Pressing Fn + shortcut keys (F1~F12) simultaneously
does not work.
Press Fn Lock key  rst, and then press shortcut keys
(F1~F12) while Fn Lock ON appears.
Install Easy Settings.
I want to restore the computer to the state when it was
purchased.
If you use the Samsung Recovery Solution function, you
can easily and quickly restore the computer to a previous
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  rst time after
purchasing it, the computer does not turn on.
To turn the computer on for the  rst time, you have to
connect the AC adapter and then press the power button.
The power from the internal battery of the computer is cut
when you purchase the computer for safety purposes.
How can I extend the battery usage time?
The battery usage time may be shortened if you recharge
the battery before it is completely discharged.
To resolve this problem, enter the BIOS Setup and select
Smart Battery Calibration to discharge the battery
completely and then recharge the battery.
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Before You Start
Before reading the User Guide,  rst check the following
information.
Optional items, some devices and software referred to in •
the User Guide may not be provided and/or changed by
upgrade.
Note that the computer environment referred in the User
Guide may not be the same as your own environment.
The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the •
User Manual are those of the representative model of each
series and may di er from the actual appearance of the
product.
This 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  gures may di er 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.
- Start > All Programs
- Start > All Programs > Samsung
- For some programs, you can launch them by selecting
Start > All Programs > Samsung > Software Launcher
> Software Launcher.
When the programs are not installed, select • Samsung
Recovery Solution > System Software to install the
programs. (Only for models supplied with Samsung
Recovery Solution)
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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 symbol, may cause slight injury to
yourself or damage your property.
Text Notations
Icon Notation Description
Caution Content included in this section includes
information required about the function.
Note Content included in this section includes
helpful information to use the function.
Copyright
© 2012 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. owns the copyright of 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 and backup your data
to prevent any such data loss.
Precautions for Operating System Support
If a problem occurs because of the reinstallation of other
operating systems(OS) or a previous version of a OS pre-installed
on this computer, or a software that does not support the OS, the
company will not provide technical support, a replacement or
refund, and if our service engineer visits you due to this problem,
a service charge will be applied.
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About the Product Capacity Representation
Standard
About the capacity representation of the storage
The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer
is calculated assuming that 1KB=1,000 Bytes.
However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage
device capacity assuming that 1KB=1,024 Bytes, and therefore the
capacity representation of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the
actual capacity due to the dierence in capacity 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 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, Windows may report
the capacity as 1,022MB or less)
For more information, refer to the Samsung Recovery Solution
section.
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Installation Related
Do not install the product in places exposed
to humidity such as a bathrooms.
There is a danger of electric shock. Use the
product within the operating conditions
speci ed in the Manufacturers User Guide.
Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of
children.
There is a danger of su ocation.
Safety Precautions
Keep a distance of 15cm or more between
the computer and the wall and do not place
any objects between them.
This may increase the internal temperature of
the computer and may cause an injury.
Do not install the computer 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.
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 computer when using it on a bed
or cushion.
If the vent is blocked, there is a danger of
damaging the computer or overheating the
inside of the computer.
For your security and to prevent damage, please read the
following safety instructions carefully.
Since this is commonly applied to Samsung Computers,
some pictures may di er from actual products.
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
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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  re
hazard.
Do not use a damaged or loose main plug or
power cord or power outlet.
There is a danger of electric shock or  re
hazard.
Plug the power cord  rmly into the power
outlet and AC adapter.
Failure to do so may cause  re hazard.
Do not unplug the power cord by pulling
the cable only.
If the cord is damaged, it may cause electric
shock.
Do not 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  re.
Power Related
The power plug and wall outlet  gures may di er
depending on the country speci cations and the product
model.
Do not touch the main plug or power cord
with wet hands.
There is a danger of electric shock.
Do not exceed the standard capacity
(voltage/current) of a multiplug or power
outlet extension when using it for the
product.
There is a danger of electric shock or  re
hazard.
Safety Precautions
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
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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.
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 computer has an external
type (removable) battery, separate the
battery also.
Damage to the device within the computer
may cause electric shock or re hazard.
Keep the power cord or outlet clean so that
they are not covered with dust.
Failure to do so may result in re.
AC Adapter Usage Precautions
Connect the power cord to the AC adapter
rmly.
Otherwise, there is a danger of re due to an
incomplete contact.
Use only the AC adapter supplied with the
product.
Using another adapter may cause the screen to
icker.
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 re.
Unplug the wall-mount AC adapter (adapter
and plug integrated type) from the wall
outlet while holding the body and pulling it
in the direction of the arrow.
If you unplug the adapter by holding and
pulling the cable, the adaptor may be damaged
and an electric shock, explosive sound or spark
may occur as a result.
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
Safety Precautions
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Battery Usage Related
Please charge the battery fully before using the
computer for the rst time.
Keep the battery out of the reach of infants
and pets, as they could put the battery into
their mouths.
There is a danger of electric shock or choking.
Use an authorized battery and AC adapter
only.
Please use an authorized battery and adapter
approved by Samsung Electronics.
Unauthorized batteries and adapters may not
meet the proper safety requirements and may
cause problems or malfunctions and result in
an explosion or re.
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
Safety 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 oor 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
computer problem, or even an explosion.
Do not use the computer in a humid
location such as a bathroom or sauna.
Please use the computer within the
recommended temperature and humidity
range (10~32ºC, 20~80% RH).
Do not close the LCD panel and put the
computer into your bag to move it when it
is still turned on.
If you put the computer into your bag without
turning it o, the computer may overheat and
there is a danger of re. Shut the computer
down properly before moving it.
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Cutting the power to the internal battery
(for corresponding models only.)
For products with built-in batteries, customers cannot remove •
the battery.
In the case of ooding, lightning or explosions, you can cut •
the battery power by inserting an object such as a paper clip
into the [Emergency Hole] at the bottom of the computer.
Disconnect the AC adapter and insert an object such as a •
paper clip into the hole at the bottom of the computer to cut
the battery power.
In the case of ooding, lightning or explosions, cut
the battery power, do not reconnect the AC adapter,
and immediately contact Samsung Electronics so that
the appropriate countermeasures can be taken.
Never heat the product(or battery) or put
the product(or battery) into a re. 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 re.
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 ow and it may
damage the battery, or result in a re.
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 battery) the computer and
contact a service center.
There is a danger of an explosion or re.
To use the computer safely, replace a dead
battery with a new, authorized battery.
Safety Precautions
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
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Safety Precautions
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
Thereafter, if you connect the AC adapter, the battery power •
will be supplied again.
Do not cut the battery power under normal •
conditions.
This may result in data loss or a product •
malfunction.
The location of the Emergency Hole may di er 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,  re or
damage to the product.
Do not place any container  lled with water or
chemicals over or near the computer.
If water or chemicals enter the computer, this
may cause  re or electric shock.
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Upgrade Related
Never disassemble the power supply or AC
adapter.
There is a danger of electric shock.
When removing the RTC (Real Time Clock)
battery, keep it out of the reach of children
as they could touch and/or swallow it.
There is a danger of choking. If a child has
swallowed it, contact a doctor immediately.
Use only authorized parts (multi-
plug, battery and memory) and never
disassemble parts.
There is a danger of damaging the product,
electric shock or re hazard.
Shut down the computer and disconnect
all cables before disassembling the
computer. If there is a modem, disconnect
the phone line. If your notebook is external
& removable battery type, remove 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 re hazard.
Avoid direct sunlight when the computer
is in an air-tight location such as inside a
vehicle.
There is a danger of a re hazard. The computer
may overheat and also present opportunity to
thieves.
Do not use your notebook PC for long
periods of time while any part of your
body is making direct contact with it. The
temperature of the product may increase
during normal operation.
This may result in harming or burning your skin.
Safety Precautions
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
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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
notebook computer, a white spot or stain may
appear on the LCD. Therefore, take care not to
apply any pressure to the notebook.
In this case, place the notebook computer in
a separate compartment 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 elds.
Security devices with magnetic elds in-
clude airport walk-through devices and se-
curity wands.
The airport security devices that check car-
ry-on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use
x-rays instead of magnetism and will not
damage a drive.
Safety Precautions
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
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Safety Precautions
Installation Related
Do not block the ports (holes), vents, etc. of the product and
do not insert objects.
Damage to a component within the computer may cause electric
shock or re.
When using the computer with it lying on its side, place it so
that the vents face upwards.
Failure to do so, may cause the internal temperature of the
computer to rise and the computer to malfunction or halt.
Do not place a heavy object over the product.
This may cause a problem with the computer. In addition, the
object may fall and cause injury, or damage the computer.
Battery Usage Related
Dispose of worn-out batteries properly.
There is a danger of re or explosion.•
The battery disposal method may dier 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, re 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 battery.
Contact with a metal may cause excessive current and a high
temperature and may damage the battery or cause a re.
Charge the battery according to the instructions in the manual.
Failure to do so, may cause an explosion or re from damage to
the product.
Do not heat the product(or battery) or expose it to heat (e.g.
inside a vehicle during the summer).
There is a danger of explosion or re.
Caution
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause slight injury or damage to the product.
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Usage Related
Do not place a candle, light cigar, etc. over or on the product.
There is a danger of re.
Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part.
Failure to do so may cause electric shock hazard.
Make sure to have the product tested by a safety service
engineer after repairing the product.
Authorized Samsung Repair Centers will carry out safety checks
after a repair. Using a repaired product without testing it for
safety may cause an electric shock or re.
In case of lightning, immediately turn the system o,
disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and phone
line from modem. Do not use a modem or phone.
There is a danger of electric shock or re.
Do not use your computer and AC-Adapter on your lap or
soft surfaces.
If the 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 re.
Close the LCD panel only after checking if the notebook
computer is turned o.
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-ROM
drive is in operation.
You might lose data and the disk might be suddenly ejected and
could cause an injury.
Take care not to drop the product while using it.
This may cause personal injury or loss of data.
Do not touch the antenna with electricity facility such as the
power outlet.
There is a danger of electric shock.
When handling computer parts, follow the instructions on
the manual supplied with the parts.
Failure to do so, may cause damage to the product.
Safety Precautions
Caution
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause slight injury or damage to the product.
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If the computer emits smoke, or there is a burning smell,
disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and contact
a service center immediately. If your notebook is external &
removable battery type, remove the external battery.
There is a danger of re.
Do not use a damaged or modied CD/Floppy Disk.
There is a danger of damaging the product or personal injury.
Do not insert your ngers into the PC Card Slot.
There is a danger of injury or electric shock.
Use recommended computer cleansing solution when
cleaning the product and only use the computer when it is
completely dried.
Failure to do so may cause electric shock or re.
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 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 disorder of device and injury of
user.
Safety Precautions
Caution
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause slight injury or damage to the product.
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Take care when touching the product or parts.
The device may be damaged or you may be injured.
Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or device.
This may cause injury or damage to the product.
Make sure to close the computer cover before connecting
the power after a reassembly.
There is a danger of electric shock if your body touches an
internal part.
Use parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only.
Failure to do so, may cause re or damage the product.
Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself.
There is a danger of electric shock or re.
To connect 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 o and separate
all connected cables rst.
The product might be damaged or users may trip over the cables.
For long periods of not using the notebook computer,
discharge the battery and preserve as it is detached.
(For external & removable battery type)
The battery will be preserved at its best condition.
Do not operate or watch the computer while driving a
vehicle.
There is a danger of a trac accident. Please concentrate on
driving.
Safety Precautions
Caution
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause slight injury or damage to the product.
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Cautions on Preventing Data Loss
(Hard Disk Management)
Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive.
A hard disk drive is so sensitive to external impact that an •
external impact may cause loss of data on the surface of the
disk.
Take extra care, because moving the computer or an impact •
on the computer when it is turned on may damage the data of
the hard disk drive.
The company is not liable for any loss of data on the hard disk •
drive.
Causes that may damage the data of a hard disk drive and
the hard disk drive itself.
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 o 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 o while running a •
program.
Sudden impact or movement to the computer while the hard •
disk drive is operating, may cause les to be corrupted or bad
sectors on the hard disk.
To prevent data loss due to damage to the hard disk drive,
please backup your data frequently.
Safety Precautions
Caution
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause slight injury or damage to the product.
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Safety Precautions
Using the power supply in an airplane
Since the power outlet type di ers depending on the type of
airplane, connect the power appropriately.
Since the representative  gures of the power plug and
the auto adapter are used, they may di er from the actual
parts.
When using the AC power plug
Connect the power plug pins perpendicular into the center of the
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 o . In this case,
unplug the power, check if the power indicator (LED) is green,
and then reconnect the power plug.
Wrong Example
Good Example
220V Power Plug 110V Power Plug
Center
Holes
Power Indicator (LED)
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Safety Precautions
When using the auto adapter
When the cigar socket is provided, you have to use the auto
adapter (optional). Insert the cigar plug of the auto adapter into
the cigar socket and connect the DC plug of the auto adapter to
the power input port of the computer.
Auto Adapter
In- ight Cigar SocketCigar PlugDC 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 1Connect this end to
the auto adapter.
Connect the airplane power
input jack to the power
outlet of the airplane.
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Proper Posture During Computer Use
Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very
important to prevent physical harm.
The following instructions are about maintaining a proper posture
during computer use developed through human engineering.
Please read and follow them carefully when using the computer.
Otherwise, the probability of (RSI: Repetitive Strain Injury) from
repeated operations may increase and serious physical harm may
be caused.
The instructions in this manual have been prepared so that •
they can be applied within the coverage of general users.
If the user is not included in the coverage, the •
recommendation is to be applied according to the user’s
needs.
Proper 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  oor.
Do not use the computer while you are lying down, but only •
while you are sitting down.
Do not use the computer on your lap. If the computer •
temperature increases, there is a danger of burning yourself.
Work while keeping your waist straight.•
Use a chair with a comfortable back.•
Keep the center of your leg weight not on the chair but on •
your feet when you are sitting on a chair.
To use the computer while talking over the telephone, use a •
headset. Using the computer with the phone on your shoulder
is bad for posture.
Keep frequently used items within a comfortable work range •
(where you can reach them with your hands).
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Eye Position
Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least
50cm.
Adjust the height of the monitor and the LCD screen so that its •
top height is equal to or lower than your eyes.
Avoid setting the monitor and LCD excessively bright.•
Keep the monitor and LCD screen clean.•
If you wear glasses, clean them 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  gure.
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.•
Do not press the keyboard, touchpad or mouse with excessive •
force.
It is recommended connecting an external keyboard and •
mouse when using the computer for long periods of time.
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Proper Posture During Computer Use
Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers)
Check your volume  rst to listen to music.
Check your
volume!
Check if the volume is too loud before using headphones.•
It is not recommended using headphones for long periods of •
time.
Any deviation from the equalizer default setting could cause •
hearing impairment.
The default setting can be changed through software and •
driver updates without your intervention. Please check the
equalizer default setting before  rst 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 a curtain to prevent •
re ection on the LCD screen.
Operation Condition
Do not use the computer in hot and humid locations.•
Use the computer within the allowed temperature and •
humidity range speci ed in the User Guide.
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Overview
Front View
The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the •
User Manual are those of the representative model of each
series. Therefore the colors and appearance of the pictures
may di er from the actual appearance of the product
depending on the model.
The actual color and appearance of the computer may •
di er from the pictures used in this guide.
This may not be supported for some devices.•
1
4
2
3
5
6
7
1Camera (Optional) Using this camera, you can take still
pictures and record video.
2Camera operating
indicator
This indicates the camera operating
status.
3LCD The screen images are displayed here.
4Status 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 o .
When the computer is on, the power
button LED is lit.
6Keyboard A device to enter data by pressing the
keys.
7Touchpad/
Touchpad Buttons
The touchpad and touchpad buttons
provide functions similar to the mouse
ball and buttons.
Using the camera, web cam (Optional)
Using the Cyberlink YouCam program (optional), you can
take pictures or record video by using the computer’s built-in
camera by adding the balloon talk or frame e ect.
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Status Indicators
1 2
1Charge 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.
O : When the computer is running on
battery 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 o .
Press the + keys simultaneously,
select the Easy Settings > Display, and
select or unselect the check box to turn
the illumination sensor ON/OFF.
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Right View
► For 13.3 inch models
51 32 4
1Multi Card Slot A card slot supports multi cards.
2Microphone You can use the built-in microphone.
3Monitor Port A port used to connect a monitor, TV or
projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB interface.
You can connect a VGA adapter (optional).
4
Ear-set /
headset Jack This is the jack for connecting an ear-set or
headset.
5USB Port You can connect USB devices to the USB port
such as a keyboard/mouse, digital camera, etc.
► For 15 inch models
1 32
1Multi Card Slot A card slot supports multi cards.
2Monitor Port A port used to connect a monitor, TV or
projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB interface.
You can connect a VGA adapter (optional).
3USB 3.0 Port You can connect USB devices to the USB port
such as a keyboard/mouse, digital camera, etc.
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Left View
► For 13.3 inch models
41 2 3
What is a chargeable USB port?
USB device accessing and charging functions are •
supported.
The USB charging function is supported regardless of •
whether the power is turned on or o .
Charging a device through a chargeable USB port may take •
longer than general charging.
Using the Chargeable USB function when the computer is •
running on battery power reduces the battery usage time.
The user cannot evaluate the charging status of the USB •
device from the computer.
This may not be supported for some USB devices.•
You can turn the Chargeable USB function • ON/OFF by
selecting the Easy Settings > General > USB Charging
option. (Optional)
1DC Jack A jack to connect the AC adapter that
supplies power to the computer.
2Chargeable 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 this case, purchase and use a USB
3.0 extension cable or use the USB
ports on the right side.
3
Micro Digital Video /
Audio Port (Micro
HDMI)
(Optional)
This is the port for a micro HDMI.
You can enjoy digital video and audio by
connecting the computer to a TV.
4Wired LAN Port
Connect the Ethernet cable to this port.
You can use wired LAN by using the
LAN adapter (Optional).
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Left View
► For 15 inch models
4 5 61 2 3
What is a chargeable USB port?
USB device accessing and charging functions are •
supported.
The USB charging function is supported regardless of •
whether the power is turned on or o .
Charging a device through a chargeable USB port may take •
longer than general charging.
Using the Chargeable USB function when the computer is •
running on battery power reduces the battery usage time.
The user cannot evaluate the charging status of the USB •
device from the computer.
This may not be supported for some USB devices.•
You can turn the Chargeable USB function • ON/OFF by
selecting the Easy Settings > General > USB Charging
option. (Optional)
1DC Jack A jack to connect the AC adapter that
supplies power to the computer.
2Chargeable 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 USB
ports on the right side.
3Ear-set / headset
Jack
This is the jack for connecting an ear-set
or headset.
4
Micro Digital Video /
Audio Port (Micro
HDMI)
(Optional)
This is the port for a micro HDMI.
You can enjoy digital video and audio by
connecting the computer to a TV.
5Wired LAN Port
Connect the Ethernet cable to this port.
You can use wired LAN by using the
LAN adapter (Optional).
6Microphone You can use the built-in microphone.
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Bottom View
► For 13.3 inch models
1
2
► For 15 inch models
1
2
1Battery Emergency
Hole
This hole is to cut the power supply to
the battery. Insert and press one end of
an unfolded paper clip into the hole it to
cut the power to the battery.
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 di er depending
on the model.
2Speaker 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 information, please ask for assistance from the
service center.
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Turning the Computer On and O
Turning the computer on
1 Connect the AC adapter.
2 Lift the LCD panel up.
3 Press the Power button to turn the computer on.
4 Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on.
LED
About Windows Activation
When you turn the computer on for the  rst 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 brie y.
To wake up the computer, brie y press the computer’s Power
button again.
Adjusting the screen brightness
When the computer runs on battery power, the LCD brightness is
automatically set to low.
Press the + key combination to increase the screen
brightness.
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Turning the computer o
Since the procedures to turn the computer o may di er •
depending on the installed operating system, please turn
the computer o according to the procedures for the
purchased operating system.
Save all your data before clicking on • Shut down.
If • Easy Settings is installed, the system shutdown location
may di er.
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 o by pressing and holding the Power Button for a
minimum of 4 seconds.
Please note that turning the computer o by this method
may cause a system problem. Thereafter, when turning the
computer back on, the disk checking program may launch to
check for and correct any disk errors.
Turning the Computer On and O
Keyboard 34
Touchpad 37
External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased) 42
Multi 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
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Using the computer
Keyboard
Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections.
The keyboard image may di er from the actual keyboard.•
The keyboard may di er 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
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Keyboard
Shortcut Keys Name Function
Easy Settings The Samsung software control program, the Easy Settings, is launched.
Screen Brightness
Control Controls the screen brightness.
CRT/LCD Switches the screen output to the LCD or external monitor when an external monitor (or TV) is
connected to the computer.
Touchpad Turns the Touchpad function on or o.
When using an external mouse only, you can turn the Touchpad o.
Mute Press this button to turn the audio on or o.
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 wireless network device on or o. If the wireless network device is turned on, the
button LED is turned on. (Only for models with a wireless network device.)
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Other Function Keys (Optional)
Performs the right-click mouse function (touchpad).•
+
If you press the • Fn Lock key, you can use the hot key functions
without pressing the Fn key.
If the Fn Lock is turned On, Fn Lock On is displayed on the
LCD screen and the LED is turned on Blue.
If the hot keys do not work properly, you have to install the
Easy Settings.
Keyboard Backlit Function (Optional)
The keyboard Backlight are automatically turned on or o
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 the
brightness.
The representative  gure of the keyboard has been used, but
they may di er depending on the country or the model.
Keyboard
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Touchpad
The touchpad provides the same function as a mouse and the left
and right buttons of the touchpad plays the role of the left and
right buttons of a mouse.
To use the touchpad, the touchpad driver is required.
A built-in Windows driver and a driver provided by the
manufacturer are provided. For a better performance, using the
driver provided by the touchpad manufacturer is recommended.
The driver provided by the touchpad manufacturer is already
installed in this product by default when you purchase this
product. When you reinstall Windows or change the operating
system, using the driver provided by the corresponding
manufacturer is recommended.
Touch the touchpad with your  ngers only. •
Anything other than your  ngers, 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 Sound > Mouse >
Hardware tab and check the device (E.g. Elan, Synaptics,
etc. ).
The Windows driver provides basic touchpad functions •
(moving the pointer, clicking, etc.) but the gesture function
is not supported.
Basic Touchpad Functions
Moving the cursor on the screen
Place your  nger on the touchpad slightly and move your  nger.
The mouse cursor will move accordingly. Move your  nger in the
direction you wish to move the cursor.
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Click Function
Place a nger on the touchpad and click on an item once.
Alternatively, press the left button once quickly and release it.
Tap
Click
or
Double-Click Function
Put your nger on the touchpad and quickly tap twice with your
nger on an item you want.
Alternatively, press 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 ngers 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 an item you
want to drag and move the item to the new location.
Holding down the left
touchpad button
Move
Touchpad

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