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1. User Manual Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started Before You Start Safety Precautions Proper Posture During Computer Use Overview Turning the Computer On and Off O Chapter 2 Using Windows 30 31 33 35 40 What is Microsoft Windows Screen At a Glance Using the Charms Using Apps Windows Hot Key Function Chapter 3 Using the computer 42 45 49 52 55 57 59 62 64 72 Keyboard Touchpad Memory card Connecting an External Display Device Optional Adjusting the Volume LCD Brightness Control Wired LAN Wireless LAN Optional TPM security solution Optional Using the Multimedia App Optional 74 75 76 77 Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone Optional Samsung Software Update Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting Using the Security Slot Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade BIOS Setup Setting a Boot Password 79 81 84 85 Changing the Boot Priority Battery 4 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 90 97 100 Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Reinstalling Windows Optional Q amp A CH Chapter 6 Appendix 106 108 110 123 124 125 127 Important Safety Information Replacement Parts and Accessories Regulatory Compliance Statements WEEE Symbol Information Samsung Packaging Take Back Program Product Specifications Glossary Chapter 1 Getting Started Before You Start Safety Precautions Proper Posture During Compu
2. A warning Upgrade Related Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality Avoid direct sunlight when the computer is in an air tight location such as inside a vehicle There is a danger of a fire hazard The computer may overheat and also present opportunity to thieves Do not use your computer 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 Be sure to upgrade the computer by yourself only if you have sufficient knowledge and ability If this is not the case ask for assistance from the service center or an authorized engineer for the upgrade Be sure to upgrade only the parts specified in the user manual according to the procedures described in the user manual Do not disassemble any other parts or devices by yourself There is a danger of a electric shock fire or damage to the product 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 Safety Precautions Ppi A Sang Security and Movement Related Failure to follow instructions ma
3. The Charms allows you to quickly configure the device s connected to your computer search for App s file s and use the sharing function etc Activating the Charms To open the Charms do the following e Touchpad mouse Place the mouse pointer over the top or bottom right corner of the screen wi Displaying the Charms Menu E i Charms Displaying Bi the Charms Menu p Search r RA Share Start a Device 0 Settings Chapter 2 Using Windows Perform the keyword search to produce an integrated list of search results covering apps files and web pages Share different types of files with others through email communications Move to the Start screen or open the last run app Find and use connected devices such as printers and display monitors Configure the computer or app settings to your preference Using the Charms omaha Using Windows Changing the Settings Frequently used Windows menus are collected lean Name Function Description Click the Charms gt Settings You can connect to a wireless network Wireless x d Select a wireless network to connect all Network to KI Tp gef justi d W Adjusting the You can adjust the volume or mute the Available 16 Brightness i Volume sound l ENG O a You can adjust the screen brightness Pats Brightness Nothicatons Power Keyboard You can set the interval at which an l App sends no
4. Wired LAN 3 Right click Ethernet and select Properties The LAN device name may differ depending on the computer s network device Select Internet Protocol Version A TCP IPv4 from the list of network settings gt Properties e The Network Component name may differ depending on the operating system Installed Ethernet Properties Networking Sharing Connect using My Realtek PCle GBE Family Controller This connection uses the following items JS File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft Networks wi Microsoft Network Adapter Multiplexor Protocol wi Microsoft LLDP Protocol Driver wt Link Layer Topology Discovery Mapper O Driver Link Layer Topology Discovery Responder Internet Protocol Version 6 TCP IP v6 DM Internet Protocol Version 4 TCP IPv4 Description O gy Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol The defaultwide area network protocol that provides communication across diverse interconnected networks e To add a network item such as a client service or protocol select Install under the list of network items Chapter 3 Using the computer e When using DHCP select Obtain an IP address automatically Configure the IP settings e When not using DHCP contact the network administrator for the IP address To use a Static IP address select Use the following IP address and set the IP address manually Select OK to save the settings Wired LAN Wake on LAN WOL f
5. technical specifications of the devices If any smell of burning or smoke is detected from the computer the unit should be switched off and battery removed The unit should be checked by a qualified technician before reuse Service and repair of devices should be carried out by authorized service centers Do not allow your portable computer to operate with the base resting directly on exposed skin for extended periods of time The surface temperature of the base will rise during normal operation particularly when AC Power is present Allowing sustained contact with exposed skin can cause discomfort or eventually a burn Replacement Parts and Accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by manufacturer To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord f Do not use this product in areas classified as hazardous Such areas include patient care areas of medical and dental facilities oxygen rich environments or industrial areas Battery Disposal Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage Contact the Samsung Helpline for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer Follow all local regulations when disposing of old batteries E THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCT
6. authorized users only and protect data and files saved on the computer The password setting provides the following 3 sub menus Supervisor Password User Password and HDD Password Do not lose or forget your password Do not let others know your password If you forget the Supervisor Password or HDD Password you will need to request assistance from the service center In this case a service fee will be charged When you forget the User Password you can disable the Supervisor Password and the User Password is also automatically disabled The screen images and terms may differ from actual product depending on the computer model and driver version Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade Setting a Supervisor Password If you set a Supervisor Password you need to enter the password when you turn the computer on or enter the BIOS Setup Setting only the Supervisor Password and User Password is not very secure You can use an HDD Password as well to increase the security level 1 Select the Security menu in the BIOS Setup 2 Select the Set Supervisor Password Samsung BIOS Configuration EZ EPELE ef Supervisor Password User Password HDD Password Power On Boot Setting a Boot Password Enter a password press lt Enter gt re enter the password for confirmation and press lt Enter gt again The password can be up to 8 alohanumeric characters Special characters are not allowed The supervisor password
7. gt How to activate Active X If you right click over the Internet Explorer the following window appears Press the F button and click View on the Desktop Active X is now enabled Q amp A Q7 Q8 want to remove the pre installed Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 and install a different OS If you want to install a different operating system on your PC you need to change the BIOS settings first For more information visit http www samsung com and go to Customer Support gt Troubleshooting Search for Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 and look through the list of search results for the relevant issue The screen overlaps the text characters or the font looks smaller If the font size is set too large or too small the screen may overlap the text resulting in poor readability On the desktop right click an empty area and click Personalize gt Display gt Resize all items and then click Apply A Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Q1 The Desktop displayed on the TV after connecting via the HDMI port does not fit the screen Go to the Graphics Control Panel to adjust the screen settings gt For Intel graphics cards Right click over the Desktop and go to Graphics Properties gt Display gt General Adjust the Horizontal Ratio and Vertical Ratio settings to fit your screen and click OK gt For AMD graphics cards 1 Right click over the Desktop and select Graphics Properties gt Desktop and Display gt
8. 3 4 Important Safety Information Care During Use Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it Do not spill anything on the system The best way to avoid spills is to not eat or drink near your system Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturers instructions If the CMOS battery requires replacement insure that a qualified technician performs the task When the computer is turned off a small amount of electrical current still flows through the computer To avoid electrical shock always unplug all power cables remove the battery and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the system Unplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if The power cord or plug is damaged Liquid has been spilled into the system The system does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed The system was dropped or the casing is damaged The system performance changes Chapter 6 Appendix The Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC I When installing and operating devices please refer to safety requirements in the user manual Devices can be used only with the equipment specified in the
9. 4 Move the Screen Split Bar to change the screen split ratio Weather Screen App Split Bar Store App LONDON UMITEC KIND BING WEATHER em WR upy ki WIKIPEDIA F bo S 7 Kal The Fea Enryckipali bi S e Kb 4 z af Ea Ex If you run the Weather App and Store App at the same time Chapter 2 Using Windows Adding Removing an App to from the Start Screen 1 Move to the Apps screen e Touchpad mouse Click the icon in the bottom left corner of the Start screen Select an app to add and tap the right side of the touchpad or right click it The shortcut menus appear at the bottom of the screen 3 Select Pin to Start or Unpin from Start Gei Ex When removing an App in the Start screen Using Apps Camera App at a Glance Use the OS provided camera app to take photos or make movies and edit them to your preference 1 Select Camera from the Start screen 2 To take photos select 9 To make movies select EN Chapter 2 Using Windows To play the photo or movie gt To play the Camera taken photos instantly e Touchpad mouse Click the arrow symbol in the left of the screen gt On the Start screen Select Photos a gt Camera Roll You can play a continuous roll of captured photos and videos Using Apps To edit photos 1 Select a photo to edit 2 Swipe inward from the top edge or swipe upward from the bottom edge Alternatively right click the photo 3 Th
10. 6 Appendix RTC CAUTION CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Discard used batteries according to the Manufacturer s instruction Attention Danger d explosion si les piles sont mal palc es Remplacez les piles usag es uniquement par des piles de type identique ou quivalent recommandees par is fabriquant Otez les piles usag es selon les instructions du fabriquant Regulatory Compliance Statements RF Exposure General Statement on RF energy Your Notebook PC contains a transmitter and a receiver When it is ON it receives and transmits RF energy When you communicate with your Notebook PC the system handling your connection controls the power level at which your Notebook PC transmits Body worn operation Important safety information regarding radiofrequency radiation RF exposure To ensure compliance with RF exposure guidelines the Notebook PC must be used with a minimum of 20 0 cm antenna separation from the body The transmission antenna of Notebook PC is located in the top of the LCD Failure to observe these instructions could result in your RF exposure exceeding the relevant guideline limits Chapter 6 Appendix Limiting exposure to radio frequency RF fields For individuals concerned about limiting their exposure to RF fields the World Health Organisation WHO provides the follow
11. OS version you may be prompted to selected partition a message appears informing you that select an operating system If you click the Next button the the files and folders will be moved to the Windows old screen of Step 5 appears folder Click the OK button If the User Agreement screen appears select I accept the Q The subsequent steps are the same as those from Step 7 of license terms and then click Next Installing in Windows Q amp A You can look for potential problems that may occur with the system and view the relevant solutions Also you may look up any reference s required while operating the computer Recovery Related Q1 What is a Recovery Area A Samsung computers have an additional partition to recover computers or save backup files Only for models with the Recovery This partition is called a Recovery Area and it includes a recovery image that comprises of the OS and application programs Chapter 5 Troubleshooting The capacity representation of the hard disk drive HDD in Windows is different from the product specifications The capacity of the storage device HDD 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 The capacity representation in Windows may be smaller than
12. PC 2YMMOPOONETAI MPO TIX OYZIOAEID AMAITH2EIY KAI TI AOINED gt XETIKE2 AIATA EI2 TH OAHTIA2 1999 5 EK Par la pr sente Samsung d clare que l appareil Notebook PC est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Con la presente Samsung dichiara che questo Notebook PC conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Ar o Samsung deklar ka Notebook PC atbilst Direkt vas 1999 5 EK b tiskaj m pras b m un citiem ar to saist tajiem noteikumiem iuo Samsung deklaruoja kad is Notebook PC atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999 5 EB Direktyvos nuostatas Hierbij verklaart Samsung dat het toestel Notebook PC in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG Hawnhekk Samsung jiddikjara li dan Notebook PC jikkonforma mal ti ijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti o rajn relevanti li hemm fid Dirrettiva 1999 5 EC Regulatory Compliance Statements pl Magyar Hungarian Polski Polish Portugues Portuguese Slovensko Slovenian Slovensky Slovak Suomi Finnish Svenska Swedish Alulirott Samsung nyilatkozom hogy a Notebook PC megfelel a vonatkoz alapveto k vetelm nyeknek s az 1999 5 EC ir nyelv egy b eldirasainak Niniejszym Samsung o wiadcza Se Notebook PC jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami
13. Step 3 Configuring the security solution TPM To use the TPM security solution see Configuring the security I Select View gt Options gt View gt Hidden files and folders solution Q Select the Show hidden files folders and drives option and select OK 9 On the taskbar select File Explorer 10 Select Local disk C gt ProgramData and delete Infineon folder The TPM security solution is deleted Using the Multimedia App Optional S PhotoStudio and S Player enables you to take photos and make videos and edit them to your preference Edit photos that you took or selected to your S PhotoStudio preference S Player Play music or video clips stored on the computer GA Depending on the version of the program some functions may not be provided or different functions may be provided e Depending on the model the application may not be provided z Third party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third party software please contact the relevant manufacturer e Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not work depending on the software manufacturer Chapter 3 Using the computer Using the PhotoStudio app On the Start screen select S PhotoStudio 2 Select a photo to edit 3 Select an editing mode from the lower right bar The content of the top left bar differs depending on the selected editing mode Apply effects
14. add a new device Immediately press the F2 key several times e Since incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction or crash take care when configuring the BIOS After a moment the BIOS setup screen appears e The functions of the BIOS setup are subject to change for product function enhancement purposes e The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on your computer model The items in the BIOS setup may differ depending on the product Chapter 4 B I OS Setu D Settings and Upgrade The BIOS Setup Screen Setup Menu Description gt The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on SysInfo This Is a description about the basic Using this menu you can configure the major Advanced ing 7 ng SEH Setup Menu chipsets and additional functions Used to configure security functions including Security passwords Se This menu enables you to configure peripherals SATA Port 1 00000000X E Boot and booting related settings such as the boot CPU Vender Intel R CPU Type Core XXXXXXXXXXXX p rio rity CPU Speed x Xx GHz CPU VT VT x Supported Total Memory xxxx MB BIOS Version EOOAAT 017 120804 dg MICOM Version E00AAT 017 Help Setup Items Help for the selected item appears automatically Setting a Boot Password If you set a password you have to enter the password when you turn the computer on or enter the BIOS Setup By configuring a password you can restrict system access to
15. 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 A Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product 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 amp removable battery type remove the external battery There is a danger of fire Do not use a damaged or modified CD There is a danger of damaging the product or personal injury Do not insert your fingers 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 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 Chapter 1 Getting Started Do not place your face close to the Optical Disk Dri
16. based list of all the apps installed on the computer is displayed This screen appears only when using the mouse This button appears only when using the mouse Move the mouse pointer to the bottom left corner to display the Start button Click the button to switch to the last run app screen or the desktop Right click this button and select Shut down or Control Panel to your needs Screen At a Glance This provides similar functions to those provided by the desktop in prior Windows 8 versions Monday August 26 1 Desktop Refers to the Desktop The Charms is hidden at the right of the screen 5 Displaying the The Charms appears as shown Charms Touchpad mouse Place the mouse pointer over the top or bottom right corner of the screen 3 4 Chapter 2 Using Windows This refers to the menu that allows you to Charms use functions such as Search Share Start Device and Settings Move to the Start screen Right click the Start button to select quick access menus such as Shutdown or Control Start button Panel Using the Start button Right click the Start button to select quick access menus Task Manager Control Panel Control Panel File Explorer File Explorer Search Run Shut down or sign out Desktop Power menu Start button Using the Charms The Charms is a new type of menu that combines the Start menu with the Control Panel of existing Windows
17. cover at the bottom of your computer and replace the existing hard disk with the new one GG If you cannot open the cover at the bottom of the computer contact the Samsung Service Center to request assistance In this case you may be charged for the relevant service Your computer is now equipped with a new hard disk The new hard disk now contains all data from the old hard disk with the same settings Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Export Disk Image Function If you frequently recover your computer to the default factory settings you can conveniently recover your computer after exporting the default factory status disk image to an external storage device 1 Connect the external storage device and then select a drive to save to 2 Click Run 3 Perform the process by following the instructions to completely save the default factory status disk image to the external storage device Now disconnect the saved external storage device and store it separately To restore the computer settings to the factory default settings connect the external storage device that contains the disk image of your computer and repeat the steps mentioned in the Recovering section Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Computer Recovery Function in Windows 8 If a problem occurs with your computer the recovery program allows you to restore your computer to
18. device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device DR Wireless devices are not user serviceable Do not modify them in any way Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it Contact manufacturer for service Regulatory Compliance Statements Health and safety information Exposure to Radio Frequency RF Signals Certification Information SAR This product can contain an embedded radio transmitter and receiver It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency RF energy set by the Federal Communications Commission FCC of the U S government These FCC exposure limits are derived from the recommendations of two expert organizations the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement NCRP and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers IEEE In both cases the recommendations were developed by scientific and engineering experts drawn from industry government and academia after extensive reviews of the scientific literature related to the biological effects of RF energy The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate SAR The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body expressed in units of watts per kilogram W k
19. has been set The supervisor password is required to turn the computer on or to enter the BIOS Setup For some models if the password entered message appears in the Setup Notice window the settings are not complete until the lt Enter gt key is pressed Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade Setting a User Password Using the User Password you can turn the computer on but you cannot change the major settings of the BIOS Setup because you cannot enter the BIOS Setup This helps prevent unauthorized access to the major settings in the BIOS Setup menu Before configuring a user password a supervisor password must have been configured Deactivating the supervisor password also deactivates the user password In the Set User Password select and complete the procedures from Step 3 of Setting a Supervisor Password Setting Up a Boot Password To setup a boot password the administrator password Set Supervisor Password should be set in advance Set the Password on boot item to Enabled Once a boot password is set you have to enter a password to boot up the computer Be sure to remember the password for later use Setting a Boot Password Setting up a Hard Disk Drive Password Optio If you set a password for a hard disk drive it cannot be accessed from another computer Select in the Set HDD Password item and define a password as described in Step 3 of the Setting up the Supervisor Password i e The ha
20. model 1 Click the bottom right icon on the Start screen and click Support Center Chapter 3 Using the computer Q 2 Support Center is activated and starts diagnosing your computer After the diagnosing process is finished the System Status menu displays a list of the current problems to be solved as shown Diagnosing Computer and Troubleshooting FAQ for computer s major problems Searching for computer s problems System Problems we o Pedlormance iE Tracking Protection trecommendeds Thara zapen IE Track Wa Protection Lick Hung 3 You can solve a problem by clicking the Troubleshoot button for the problem Using the Security Slot You can secure the computer by connecting a lock and cable to the Security Slot To use this feature you have to purchase the lock and cable additionally To use the lock and cable refer to the product manual Tie the lock and cable to a fixed object and install the other end of the cable to the security slot Chapter 3 Using the computer Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade BIOS Setup Setting a Boot Password Changing the Boot Priority Battery 79 81 84 85 Chapter 4 B I OS Setu p Settings and Upgrade The BIOS Setup enables you to configure your computer hardware Entering the BIOS Setup according to your needs Turn the computer on Use the BIOS setup to define a boot password change the booting priority or
21. of these products you are responsible for ensuring that the products are used only in the countries or regions for which they were intended and for verifying that they are configured with the correct selection of frequency and channel for the country or region of use Any deviation from permissible settings and restrictions in the country or region of use could be an infringement of local law and may be punished as such Regulatory Compliance Statements The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area However authorization for use is further restricted in particular countries or regions within countries as follows General European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW effective isotropic radiated power EIRP and the frequency range 2400 2483 5 MHz The low band 5 15 5 35 GHz is for indoor use only Belgium Dans le cas d une utilisation priv e a l ext rieur d un b timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure a 300m un enregistrement aupr s de IBPT est requise Pour une utilisation publique a l ext rieur de b timents une licence de l IBPT est requise Pour les enregistrements et licences veuillez contacter I IBPT Pour les autres langues reportez vous aux modes d emploi correspondants France The low band 5 15 5 35 GHz is for indoor use only Chapter
22. oraz pozosta ymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999 5 EC Samsung declara que este Notebook PC est conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Samsung izjavlja da je ta Notebook PC v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi dolo ili direktive 1999 5 ES Samsung t mto vyhlasuje e Notebook PC spina z kladn po iadavky a v etky pr slu n ustanovenia Smernice 1999 5 ES Samsung vakuuttaa t ten ett Notebook PC tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sit koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen H rmed intygar Samsung att denna Notebook PC star verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta best mmelser som framg r av direktiv 1999 5 EG slenska Icelandic Norsk Norwegian T rkiye T rk e Chapter 6 Appendix H r me l sir Samsung yfir v a Notebook PC er samr mi vi grunnkr fur og a rar kr fur sem ger ar eru tilskipun 1999 5 EC Samsung erkl rer herved at utstyret Notebook PC er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Bu belge ile Samsung bu Notebook PC nin 1999 5 EC Y netmeli inin temel gerekliliklerine ve ilgili h k mlerine uygun oldu unu beyan eder Regulatory Compliance Statements To view the EU Declaration of Conformity for this product in English only go to http www samsun
23. the actual capacity because some programs occupy a certain area of the HDD outside of Windows For models with Recovery the HDD capacity representation in Windows may be smaller than the actual capacity because Recovery uses a hidden area of about 5 20GB of the HDD to save the recovery image and that hidden area is not counted towards the total size available to Windows The size of Recovery varies by models because of the different size of applied programs Q amp A Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Windows Related Q1 cannot find the computer s Shut down button Q3 What is a recovery image A _ This refers to the computer status including operating system specific driver s software s etc which is converted to a data image It is required to recover your computer and A Touchpad mouse is embedded in the computer s hard disk However this is Click Charms gt Settings gt Power gt Shut down not provided for storage devices where the capacity is less Right click the Start button and then click Shut down or than 64 GB due to the small capacity sign out gt Shut down Q 4 How can restore a computer that does not have the The App disappeared in the Start screen Recovery program Q A You can restore PC settings using the Windows provided PC A Touchpad mouse Recovery feature l l 1 Click the bottom left icon on the Start screen to Refer to the Restore Functionality item in the Help section display a
24. the default settings For models where the SSD is less than 64GB use the Windows System Restore function instead of the Recovery program 1 Click Charms gt Settings gt Change PC settings gt Update and recovery gt Recovery 2 Click the Get started button for Refresh or Remove If your PC does not work properly you can restore your PC while keeping your media Refresh files such as your photo video and music files etc as well as your personal documents You can remove all items in your PC and Remove reinstall Windows again f You should back up the files in the following folders before using the PC Recovery function since these files are not kept Windows Program files Program files x86 ProgramData OEM Folder ex c samsung User lt user name gt AppData Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to proceed with the recovery Process If the recovery is complete you can use your computer normally After recovery click the bottom left icon on the Start screen and run SW Update Reinstalling Windows Optional You can reinstall Windows using the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA for Windows when Windows is no longer working properly For models supplied with a SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA For models supplied with the Recovery you can reinstall Windows using the Recovery eil Vee e A SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA may not be supplied depending o
25. tile of all apps installed on the computer for more details 2 Right click over the corresponding App to select in a Pin to Start Q amp A Q Since I m familiar with Windows 7 would like the Desktop screen to appear as it does in Windows 7 A To display the desktop at the start as in Windows 7 do the following Right click the taskbar at the bottom of the desktop click Properties gt Navigation tab and then check the When sign in or close all apps on a screen go to the desktop instead of Start Q4 How can l uninstall the driver A Onthe Desktop click Charms gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Uninstall a program Alternatively right click the Start button and click Programs and Features Click the program Then click uninstall Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Q5 How can I change the screen settings environment settings color and so on A Click Charms gt Settings gt Change PC Settings gt PC and devices You can set the OS settings such as the screen design etc To configure your computer in detail click the Charms menu in Desktop gt Settings gt Control Panel You can configure your computer in the same way as existing Windows systems Q6 Active X does not run in Internet Explorer on the Start screen A _ Since Internet Explorer on the Start screen complies with the HTML5 web standards it does not support Active X However Internet Explorer on the Desktop supports Active X
26. to the current photo Back to Home ee oe e e e Undo changes Redo changes Opena new file Share to SNS Save as Editing mode 4 When done save the image as a different name Using the Multimedia App Optional Using the S Player app A variety of file types including multimedia formats are available with S Player 1 On the Start screen select S Player Click a file to play Only files in the Video or Music folder are available for playback Move the selected file to a corresponding folder e To view subtitles the subtitle file must be in the same folder that contains the multimedia file to play Alternatively right click on the video screen and select Subtitle gt Add Specify the path of the subtitle and then click Open e Some files may not be played properly depending on the encoding type Chapter 3 Using the computer f To play another video while playing the current video file I 1 Right click on the screen or swipe inward from the top edge 2 Click or tap a file to play in the upper list Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone Optional Dee mme Q lt Depending on the model the application may not be provided gt You can use Samsung Kies to sync multimedia files and documents between the computer and mobile devices or upgrade the firmware of the connected mobile device to the latest version Ze Refer to the application help for mo
27. 1 2012 S Inspecting recovery point Inspection recovery file Requires additional time stl a Estimated time for recovery 3 minutes 2 minutes diagnostics time 2 If the program is running for the first time you need to agree BE to the User Agreement DEES 4 Recover is performed based on the screen instructions If the recover is completed you can use your computer normally Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Chapter 5 Q Recovering after a Backup You can recover your computer after you have backed up your computer to a separate drive or external storage device Backing up To back up your computer to an external storage device connect the external storage device and select the relevant drive Troubleshooting Click Backup in the Recovery Home screen Select the drive to save and click Backup i 4 You cannot select a DVD drive Ee 200 068 lek Select the drive to save to 3 The backup process is performed based on the instructions Troubleshooting Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Chapter 5 Recovering 4 The recover is performed based on the screen instructions You can use your computer after the recover is completed You can recover your computer using the backup from the above process 1 If the backup image is saved to an external storage device connect the device 2 Start Recovery and
28. B devices Chapter 1 Getting Started Turning the Computer On and Off 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 Turns blue while the computer is turned on ES Chapter 1 Getting Started About Windows Activation When you turn the computer on for the first time the Windows activation screen appears Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on the screen to use the computer When you turn on the computer for the first time the factory date settings are displayed Set your local time and date 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 Open the Charms e Touchpad mouse Drag the mouse pointer to the top or the bottom right corner of the screen Increase the bar by pressing the Settings gt Brightness Be Turning the Computer On and Off T Q On the desk top Turning the computer off f Since the procedures to turn the computer off may differ 1 Touchpad mouse Right click the Start button ET on the depending on the installed operating system please turn bottom left corner the computer off according to the procedures for the purchased operating system 2 Click Shut down or sign out gt Shut down e Save all your data b
29. I port you can enjoy both a high visual quality and a high sound quality Select a desired monitor mode After connecting a TV through HDMI you have to configure the PC screen only screen and sound The contents are only displayed on the PC monitor current device 1 Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the TV Duplicate The contents of the current device are displayed on the external device as well External TV Monitor n Projector Extend The screen of the current device is expanded to the external device Second screen only The contents are displayed only on the screen of the external device ne GG e This is only supported for models that support a TV output port HDMI e When a TV provides more than one HDMI port connect the computer to the DVIIN port e When connecting the computer to a TV switch the external input mode of the TV to HDMI Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume control program Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard Alternatively press the key combination to turn the volume on or off Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment Program Click the Charms menu gt Settings Zr gt TO to adjust the control bar db Mute Chapter 3 Using the computer Using the Sound Recorder The procedures to record sound using the Windows Recorder are described below 1 2 Connect a mic
30. IONS Chapter 6 Appendix Q Laser Safety All systems equipped with CD or DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards including IEC 60825 1 The laser devices in these components are classified as Class 1 Laser Products under a US Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard Should the unit ever need servicing contact an authorized service location L Laser Safety Note Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent exposure to laser beams do not try to open the enclosure of a CD or DVD drive e Class 1M laser radiation when operating part is open Do not view directly with optical instruments e Class 3B invisible laser radiation when open Avoid exposure to the beam Replacement Parts and Accessories Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only Power Cord Requirements The power cord set wall plug cable and AC adapter plug you received with your computer meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the computer For more information on power cord set requirements co
31. M chip deletes all authentication data on the chip e Ifthe TPM chip is initialized after the security solution is configured decrypting any existing folders or files that have been encrypted by the security solution may not be possible Failure to do so may lead to inaccessibility to the folder and files after initialization Turn on the computer Before the Samsung logo Samsung ATIV appears press the F2 key several times Access the Security menu Select TPM Configuration Set TPM Device to Enabled or On TPM security solution Optional 6 Set TPM State to Clear lt TPM Device TPM State No Change iesen Enabled amp Activate Deactivate amp Disable F4 Select Save The computer restarts 8 Before the Samsung logo Samsung ATIV appears press the F2 key several times Q On the BIOS setup screen access the Security menu 10 Select TPM Configuration 11 Set TPM State to Enable amp Activate 12 Select Save The computer restarts Chapter 3 Using the computer Q Install the TPM solution according to the procedures below Step 2 Installing the TPM solution z e Descriptions are based on the SW Update e This solution is provided only for models with Recovery or the SW Update application 1 Run SW Update 2 Select All Software 3 Select TPM Host SW gt Install If the system software media is supplied with the product install the application by using the system so
32. My Digital Flat Panel gt Expansion Options Digital Flat Panel 2 Adjust the control bar to fit the TV corners and click Apply Chapter 5 Q amp A Troubleshooting Q1 cannot hear any sound from the TV after connecting Q1 You can configure your computer in the same way as via the HDMI port existing Windows systems A 1 Right click over the taskbar on the Desktop and click Play A Ifyou want to start your computer in DOS via a USB device Device set the Fast BIOS Mode item in the Advanced menu in the 2 Change the option to Digital Audio HDMI HDMI device BIOS Setup to Disabled before using this feature HDMI Output or another option and click Set as Default Then click OK Chapter 6 Appendix Important Safety Information Replacement Parts and Accessories Regulatory Compliance Statements WEEE Symbol Information Samsung Packaging Take Back Program Product Specifications 106 108 110 123 124 125 127 Important Safety Information Safety Instructions Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment However to ensure safe use of this product it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your system Setting Up your System e Read and follow all instructions marked on the pro
33. Select the Boot menu in the BIOS Setup Samsung BIOS Configuration 14 46 Boot Device Priority gt Secure Boot Control On 4 The screen image and terms may change depending on the OS Mode Selection UEFI OS v Fast BIOS Mode Off PXE OPROM off Aptio Setup Utility Copy C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade Set the Boot Device Priority gt Boot Option 1 item on the right screen to USB device Samsung BIOS Configuration 14 46 EZ sysinfo d ze G Boot Option Priorities r ENa Boot Option 1 Aptio Setup Utility Copy C 2012 American Megatrends Inc Select Save and then Yes The computer will restart Now the boot priority has been changed so that the device will boot from the USB device with priority Ze To boot to DOS when using a USB device enter the BIOS setup select the Boot menu and set the Fast BIOS Mode item to Off Battery Please refer to the following instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power This computer is equipped with an internal battery i Precautions K Ve Y g il OM Users cannot remove or replace the internal battery To remove or replace the battery use an authorized service center in order to protect the product and users You will be charged for this service Use only chargers specified in the User Manual Never heat the battery pack put it near or in a fire o
34. Statements Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device To prevent radio interference to licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Wireless devices are not user serviceable Do not modify them in any way Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it Contact manufacturer for service Chapter 6 Appendix Este produto esta homologado pela ANATEL de acordo com os procedimentos regulamentados pela Resolucao 242 2000 e atende aos requisitos tecnicos aplicados Este equipamento opera em car ter secund rio isto n o tem direito a prote o contra interfer ncia prejudicial mesmo de esta es do mesmo tipo e n o pode causar interfer ncia a sistemas operando em car ter prim rio Regulatory Compliance Statements European Union European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the Conformit Europ ene CE Marking which indicates compliance with the applicable Directives and European standards and amendments identified below This equipment also ca
35. V device secondary HDD or CD RW The higher the version e g USB 3 0 the higher the data rate provided Windows Media Player A multimedia program included with Windows Using this program you can play a media file create an audio CD listen to a radio broadcast search and manage media files and copy files to a portable device etc
36. a removable media to store important data Which drive do you want to use D USB DISK Removable media Advanced initialization for expert users Allows advanced configuration of secret data data file locations and features Required to configure Enhanced Authentication TPM security solution Optional e The virtual drive is in the following location Computer View G s T M Computer TY Favorites 4 Hard Disk Drives 2 By Desktop ip Downloads HH E Recent places ke Ca Sa Libraries f d Docurnents Local Disk GC Personal Secure gr Drive P al Music A 2 4 Devices with Removable Storage 1 g Homegroup P Computer Sa Local Disk C ew USB DISK D cow Personal Secure Driv USB DISK D SR Network 3 thems Chapter 3 Using the computer Encrypting folders and files Encrypt folders and files with the Encrypting Files System EFS EFS is available for the following operating systems gt Windows 7 Professional Enterprise Ultimate e indows 8 Pro Enterprise e Windows 8 1 Pro Enterprise 1 Right click a folder or file and then select Encrypt Security Platform Bluetooth Folder Open in new window Pin to Start Encrypt Share with TPM security solution Optional Select the files or folders to encrypt and select OK The dialog box shown below appears only when the folder is encrypted You have chosen to make the following attribute ch
37. amsung 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 OS and Software Support If you change the product s factory OS Operating System to another OS or if you install software which is not supported by the product s original factory OS you will not receive any technical support product exchange or refund And a fee will be charged when requesting a service Please use your computer with the original factory OS If you install an OS other than the factory OS data may be deleted or the computer may not start Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 differ
38. 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 fire 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 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 32 C 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 off the computer may overheat and there is a danger of fire Shut the computer down properly before moving it Safety Precautions Pa i A ag Usage Related Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality Disconnect all cables connected to the Never heat 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 hea
39. and manages network operations Sometimes a network administrator is called a system administrator Notification Area This refers to the right area of the Taskbar including program icons such as the volume control the power options and the time Partition This refers to the act or practice of dividing the storage space of a hard disk drive into separate data areas known as partitions If a 100GB hard disk drive is partitioned into 2 x 50GB partitions the hard disk drive can be used as if there are 2 hard disk drives Chapter 6 Appendix Protocol A protocol is a set of rules used by computers to communicate with each other across a network A protocol is a convention or standard that controls or enables the connection communication and data transfer between computing endpoints It defines the data transmission procedures and the transmission medium for more efficient network functions Quick Launch This refers to a toolbar that can be configured so that you can launch a program such as Internet Explorer or display the Windows Desktop with one click You can add any icon to the quick launch area of the Taskbar and launch frequently used program by clicking that icon SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity card This is the extension of the SD card that supports over 2GB bytes SDXC Secure Digital eXtended Capacity SDXC provides a higher capacity and speed than the SDHC specification This is a new SD card specificatio
40. anges encrypt Do you want to apply this change to this folder only or do you want to apply it to all subfolders and files as well C Apply changes to this folder only Apply changes to this folder subfolders and files When the user authentication window appears enter the Basic User Password you entered when the user was registered and select OK Infineon Copyright Infineon Technologies AG An application needs access to a protected key Basic User Password _ Remember password for all applications Chapter 3 Using the computer The color of the encrypted folder or name of the encrypted file changes to green Share View E Er Libraries Documents My Documents 7 Favorites h E Desktop jp Downloads i E Recent places Security Platform Encrypted data Bluetooth Folder vag Libraries vi Documents F My Documents d Public Documents Ah Music ile Home Share View fea Pictures Videos EZ rt Libraries Documents My Documents test Favorites Be Desktop ip Downloads E Recent places ec Homegroup JB Computer Sa Local Disk C em USB DISK Dr g Libraries d Documents Eh Network My Documents 4 tems item Selected Decrypting folders and files Right click an encrypted folder or file and then select Decrypt TPM security solution Optional Using the virtual drive Personal Secure Drive The virtual
41. at FCC local regional offices Our company is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connecting cables and equipment other than those specified by our company The correction will be the responsibility of the user Use only shielded data cables with this system Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 If fitted with 2 4G band or 5G band Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4GHz 5GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system This section is only applicable if these devices are present Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the United States of America if an FCC ID number is on the system label Chapter 6 Appendix This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5 15 to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel Mobile Satellite systems High power radars are allocated as primary users of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage this device Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions 1 This
42. ay be a different version depending on the model Some functions may differ slightly or be excluded depending on the version Refer to the program s Help section for more information For models whose hard disk or SSD capacity is less than 64 GB the Recovery program is not provided An ODD CD DVD drive etc is not supported by the Recovery program Since restoring the system deletes all data and user installed programs saved after your last restore point it is advisable to back up any important data before restoring your system Troubleshooting Recovering 3 If the initial menu screen appears click Recover Select a recovery point and click Recover Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Chapter 5 You can restore the computer settings to the factory default settings if the computer fails to boot up or if you encounter a J P H y If you set the User Data Maintenance to ON the computer is serious problem with the computer E SE restored while maintaining the current user data gt 1 If Windows does not start Recover Turn on the computer and press the F4 key several times to enter the Recovery screen A function that recovers the computer to the factory settings or recovers Windows to previously saved settings All contents of C drive will be deleted In the Start screen after the computer boots up Click the bottom left icon on the Start screen and click Recovery Date 08 1
43. click Recover 3 Select a Recover Option and click Recover Select a point to recover F Recover Recover A function that recovers the computer to the factory settings or recovers Windows to previously saved settings All contents of C drive will be deleted Select recovery point Recover to selected point Date 08 11 2012 S Inspecting recovery point Inspection recovery file Requires additional time r recovery 3 OFF Estimated time for recovery 3 minutes OFF e e ON ON Recover Troubleshooting Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Chapter 5 Q To copy the external storage disk When you replace a storage device such as the HDD SSD etc hereafter referred to as a hard disk built into your computer you can move your existing data to the new storage device easily and safely The new storage device must have sufficient capacity to save your existing data e You need to purchase an external hard USB connector Ke separately to connect the hard disk and your computer You need to purchase an external hard USB connector separately to connect the hard disk and your computer 2 Start Recovery and click Disk copy m 3 Select an option in Disk recovery Point and click Disk copy Disk copy 931 5GB F 519 0 GB 4 The data on the current hard disk is saved to the new hard disk If the data is completely saved open the hard disk
44. com recyclingdirect Or call 877 278 0799 For battery recycling go to call2recycle org or call 1 877 723 1297 Warning This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive toxicity Samsung Packaging Take Back Program In partnering with select recyclers Samsung offers packaging take back at no cost to you Simply call the following number for the locations nearest you CRT Processing LLC 877 278 0799 Kathy Severson Logistics contact Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to our website www samsung com recyclingdirect Or call 877 278 0799 Chapter 6 Appendix Product Specifications The system specifications may differ depending on the derived models For detailed system specifications refer to the product catalogue CPU Optional Main Memory Optional Storage Device Optional Graphics Optional Operating Environment AC DC Rating Optional PC Rating Optional Intel Core i3 i5 i7 Processor DDR3L mmH SATA HDD 9 5mmH SATA HDD mSATA SSD Intel HD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GT 820M NVIDIA GeForce GT 840M Temperature 5 40 C for storage 10 32 C when operating Humidity 5 90 for storage 20 80 when operating Input 100 240VAC 50 60Hz Output 19VDC 2 1A 19VDC 3 16A 19VDC 2 1A 40W 19VDC 3 16A 60W Chapter 6 Appendix O
45. ction of hardware and system settings like display brightness sleep etc that manages how your computer uses power Tell me more about power plans Choose what the power button does Plans shown on the battery meter Choose what closing the lid PEE e Balanced recommended Change plan settings Automatically balances performance with energy consumption on capable hardware Create a power plan K Choose when to turn off the C Power saver Change plan settings display Saves energy by reducing your computer s performance where possible L Change when the computer sleeps Hide additional plans A C High performance Change plan settings Favors performance but may use more eneray Battery Using the Battery Calibration Function When charging discharging the battery repeatedly for a short time only the battery usage time may be reduced by the difference between the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display In this case the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display will be the same by discharging the battery completely using the Battery Calibration function and then recharging it again The screen images and terms may differ from actual product depending on the computer model and driver version 1 Disconnect the AC power adapter after turning off the computer 2 Turn the computer back on and press the F2 key to enter the Setup screen 3 Chapter 4 88 Settings and Upgrade Select Ad
46. ctions touchpad to the middle If you place two fingers over the Touchpad together or apart the current image or text is Zoomed in or out Gesture functions with three or more fingers on the touchpad are not provided Touchpad Touchpad On Off Function Locking with shortcut keys To set the mouse only environment simply lock the touchpad To lock the touchpad function press the keys Alternatively press the key and then press the key to turn the touchpad function off EA You can set the touchpad and touchpad button settings in the tabs that appear when clicking Charms menu on the Desktop gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Touchpad Chapter 3 Using the computer Memory card Use a memory card to transfer data to other digital devices such as digital cameras Memory cards are sold separately Purchase a memory card with the necessary capacity for the requirement This computer supports the following types of memory cards Abbreviation Description SD e mini SD micro SD SDHC mini SDHC micro SDHC SDXC e micro SDXC Secure Digital mini Secure Digital micro Secure Digital Secure Digital High Capacity mini Secure Digital High Capacity micro Secure Digital High Capacity Secure Digital eXtended Capacity micro Secure Digital eXtended Capacity To use a mini or micro card insert the card into an adapter before inserting it into the m
47. depending on the OS version e Custom Select this option to Reinstall Windows You have to reinstall all necessary device drivers and programs after the Custom installation In addition unnecessary folders and files may remain on the hard disk drives after the installation e g CA Windows old etc Upgrade Select this option to Upgrade Windows while maintaining current files configurations and programs Although you therefore do not need to reinstall the device drivers and programs some programs may not work properly after the upgrade Chapter 5 Troubleshooting When a window appears asking for the location to install the operating system to select a disk drive partition and click the Next button Drive D includes an area to save the backup image used by Samsung Recovery Solution Installing Windows to drive C is recommended When previous Windows installation files are in the selected partition a message appears informing you that the files and folders will be moved to the Windows old folder Click the OK button 6 The Windows installation continues The computer will restart 3 times during the installation If the Press any key to boot from CD or DVD message appears after a restart do not press any button F4 Register a user according to the instructions on the Windows screen Q When the registration is complete the Windows Desktop screen appears For a smooth computer operation instal
48. drive is a space to save and manage confidential data In the created virtual drive PSD it is possible to create files and folders as with a normal drive and to use confidential data saved on another drive by copying the data to the virtual drive PSD If the virtual drive PSD does not appear You can only use the virtual drive PSD if the Personal Secure Drive PSD option was selected during the TPM s registration If the PSD option was not selected during registration complete the following steps J Right click 2 3 on the taskbar 2 Run the Security Platform Management item with the admin authority and select Security Platform Configuration 3 When the initialization wizard window appears click Next to select Personal Secure Drive PSD and then enter the user password 4 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the settings Chapter 3 Using the computer If the virtual drive PSD is not loaded To use the virtual drive PSD the virtual drive PSD should be loaded first To load a PSD follow the procedures below 1 On the taskbar right click Security Platform e 2 Select Personal Secure Drive gt Load 3 In the load window enter the basic user password and click OK 4 On the taskbar open File Explorer to confirm that the Personal Secure Drive has been created DR If confidential data has been copied to the PSD the original data files are not encrypted TPM security solution Optiona
49. duct and in the documentation before you operate your system Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use e Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator e Set up the system on a stable work surface e The product should be operated only with the type of power source indicated on the rating label e Ensure that the electrical outlet you are using to power your equipment is easily accessible in case of fire or short circuit Chapter 6 Appendix If your computer has a voltage selector switch make sure that the switch is in the proper position for your area Openings in the computer case are provided for ventilation Do not block or cover these openings Make sure you provide adequate space at least 6 inches 15 cm around the system for ventilation when you set up your work area Never insert objects of any kind into the computer ventilation openings Ensure that the fan vents on the bottom of the casing are clear at all times Do not place the computer on a soft surface doing so will block the bottom vents If you use an extension cord with this system make sure that the total power rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord power rating For Notebooks with glossy display bezels the user should consider the placement of the Notebook as the bezel may cause disturbing reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces Ver
50. e 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 movement to the computer while the hard disk drive is operating may cause files 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 Using the Power Supply in an Airplane Since the power outlet type differs depending on the type of airplane connect the power appropriately Ze Since the representative figures of the power plug and the auto adapter are used they may differ from the actual parts Chapter 1 Getting Started When Using the AC Power Plug Connect the power plug pins perpendicular into the center of the power outlet e 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 e 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 ind
51. eature Activate the system remotely from sleep mode when a signal such as a ping or magic packet command is received via a wired LAN 1 On the desktop open the Charms and select the Settings charm gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings 2 Right click Ethernet and select Properties Select Configure gt Power Management gt Allow this device to wake the computer gt OK 4 Restart the computer If the computer wakes up from sleep mode inadvertently disable the Wake on LAN feature e This feature may not work while using other power saving features To disable other sleep functions select the Settings charm gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound and then set Power Options Chapter 3 Using the computer Q GA When connected to a 100Mbps 1Gbps wired LAN a message appears informing the user of connection to a 10Mbps 100Mbps wired LAN when the computer wakes from sleep mode This happens because restoring the network takes about 3 seconds When the network is restored the computer will be connected to the 100Mbps 1Gbps LAN When the system is running on battery power it may take a few seconds for the connection to be established when connecting a LAN cable This is the result of power saving features designed to reduce battery consumption When the system is running on battery power the speed of a wired LAN is decreased automatically t
52. efore clicking on Shut down File Explorer Sign out Search Sleep 1 Open the Charms anh EE __ Shut down or sign out b Restart e Touchpad mouse Drag the mouse pointer to the top or the bottom right corner of the screen 2 Click Settings Zr gt Power gt Shut down Available Restart Ze If you want to power off your computer when you are logged out unlock the screen and click Power gt Shut down Turning the Computer On and Off Unlocking the screen To unlock the lock screen do one of the following Touchpad Mouse Click the lock screen Keyboard Press any key If the account has a password enter the password to log in after unlocking the screen Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter 2 Using Windows What is Microsoft Windows Screen At a Glance Using the Charms Using Apps Windows Hot Key Function 30 31 33 35 40 What is Microsoft Windows Microsoft Windows is an operating system that is required for operating a computer To use your computer optimally you need to know how to use it properly To learn how to use the operating system check out Windows Help and Support and Help tTips lt e The screen may appear somewhat different depending on the model and the operating system e This manual is designed for Windows 8 1 and may differ in content depending on the OS version e The desktop image shown differ
53. emory card slot Chapter 3 Using the computer Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the computer Using an incompatible card may damage the computer or the memory card or corrupt the data stored in it Use caution to insert the memory card in the indicated direction Store the card separately to prevent losing the card when moving the computer Memory card speeds vary Chapter 3 Memory Ca rd Using the computer Inserting a memory card 1 2 3 If a pop up message appears choose an action If a dummy card is inserted in the memory card slot remove 4 Select Open folder to view files It Save move or delete data on the memory card Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in the on aie The memory card folder opens only on the desktop indicated direction Removing a memory card Grasp the end of the card and pull it out of the slot Memory card Formatting a memory card Format the memory card to remove all data or before using it for the first time i Formatting a memory card deletes all data saved on the card If necessary back up important data before formatting the card 1 On the taskbar select File Explorer 2 Right click the memory card drive and then select Format 3 Select Start Chapter 3 Using the computer To use a memory card to exchange data with a digital device such as a digital camera formatting the data with t
54. en select Edit and do the editing to your preference gt Cautions e Do not take a photo of others without their permission e Do not take photos or make video recording in areas prohibiting those actions e Do not take photos or make video recording that may infringe on privacy or confidentiality Chapter 2 Using Windows Using the Windows Store If you run the App Store in the Start screen the Apps in the Windows Store are displayed However a Microsoft account is required to purchase App s in the Windows Store Continue after registering your Microsoft Account in the Charms Store Spotlight green E K K is dx y Samsung cannot solve errors occuring with other apps installed from the Windows Store Contact customer support for the app directly Using Apps Configuring your Microsoft Account A Microsoft Account allows you to synchronize your settings with other device s running Windows online allowing you to share file s or settings You should register a Microsoft Account to download or purchase App s from the Store 1 Run the Charms and click Settings gt Change PC Settings 2 Select Your account gt Connect to a Microsoft account 3 Register your account through the following relevant procedures Chapter 2 Using Windows Windows Hot Key Function oe Using Windows You can use the following convenient hot keys in Windows Function Hot Keys Function Desc
55. ence 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 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 Safety Precautions For your security and to prevent damage please read the following safety instructions carefully z Since this is commonly applied to Samsung Computers some pictures may differ from actual products A Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality 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 specified in the Manufacturers User Manual Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children There is a danger of suffocation 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
56. enna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Chapter 6 Appendix If fitted with 2 4G band or 5G band Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4GHz 5GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system This section is only applicable if these devices are present Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in Canada if an Industry Canada ID number is on the system label When using IEEE 802 11a wireless LAN this product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5 15 to 5 25 GHz frequency range Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range of 5 15 GHz to 5 25 GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co channel mobile satellite systems High power radar is allocated as the primary user of the 5 25 to 5 35 GHz and 5 65 to 5 85 GHz bands These radar stations can cause interference with and or damage to this device The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order to comply with the E I R P limit for the 5 25 to 5 35 and 5 725 to 5 85 GHz frequency range in point to point operation The power output of the wireless device or devices which may be embedded in your notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as set by Industry Canada Regulatory Compliance
57. erly you have to install the Settings Chapter 3 Using the computer 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 gt e 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 e If you touch the Touchpad or press the Touchpad buttons while booting up the Windows boot time may be extended Basic Touchpad Functions Moving the cursor on the screen Place your finger on the touchpad slightly and move your finger The mouse cursor will move accordingly Move your finger in the direction you wish to move the cursor Ct ye i Chapter 3 Using the computer Place a finger on the touchpad and click on an item once Click Function Alternatively press the left button once quickly and release it Double Click Function Put your finger on the touchpad and quickly tap twice with your finger on an item you want Alternatively press the left touchpad button twice quickly Touchpad Right Button Function This corresponds to clicking the right mouse button To right click an item tap the touchpad with two fingers or press the right touchpad button Drag Function Dragging refers to moving an item to another place after selecting it Press and hold down the left touchpad butto
58. for requirements Wireless devices are closely regulated and use may not be allowed The RF field strength of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in your notebook are well below all international RF exposure limits as known at this time Because the wireless devices which may be embedded into your notebook emit less energy than is allowed in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations manufacturer believes these devices are safe using Regardless of the power levels care should be taken to minimize human contact during normal operation Some circumstances require restrictions on wireless devices Examples of common restrictions are listed on the next page Chapter 6 Appendix Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane 802 11ABGN also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication In environments where the risk of interference to other devices or services is harmful or perceived as harmful the option to use a wireless device may be restricted or eliminated Airports Hospitals and Oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated When in environments where you are uncertain of the sanction to u
59. ftware media only when supplied 4 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the registration and restart the computer Chapter 3 TPM security solution Optional Using the computer Q Step 3 Registering a user f As recommended by the initialization wizard backup your Register a user according to the procedures below emergency recovery file to an external storage device to use the TPM more safely 1 Right click 2 on the taskbar Ifthe status not initialized message appears select Yes 4 Select a Security Platform Feature to use and set a basic 2 Run the Security Platform Management item with the user password admin authority click the User Settings tab and initialize the settings g 5 Follow the on screen instructions to complete the user The security authentication settings begin with the registration Initialization Wizard e When a user is registered with the TPM they are able to encrypt files and folders by using the encryption system Registered users can also use files and folders that are about to be encrypted by creating or copying them to the virtual drive 3 When the initialization wizard window appears click Next Welcome to the Security Platform Quick Initialization Wizard SE H n f n e 0 n Please select an initialization method Quick initialization recommended for most users Uses default data file location and default feature settings You are recommended to use
60. g The FCC requires wireless devices to comply with a safety limit of 1 6 watts per kilogram 1 6 W kg The FCC exposure limit incorporates a substantial margin of safety to give additional protection to the public and to account for any variations in measurements SAR tests are conducted using standard operating positions accepted by the FCC with the wireless transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level the actual Chapter 6 Appendix Q SAR level of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value This is because the device is designed to operate at multiple power levels so as to use only the power required to reach the network In general the closer you are to a wireless base station antenna the lower the power output Before a new model is available for sale to the public it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it does not exceed the exposure limit established by the FCC Tests for each model are performed in positions and locations e g at the bottom on the body as required by the FCC For body worn operation this model has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Samsung accessory designated for this product Non compliance with the above restrictions may result in violation of FCC RF exposure guidelines SAR information on this and other model can be viewed on line a
61. g Started 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 reflection 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 specified in the User Manual Overview f 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 differ from the actual appearance of the product depending on the model 1 2 3 Camera operating indicator Camera Microphone LCD Power LED Speaker Power Button di Keyboard Touchpad Touchpad Buttons Chapter 1 Getting Started This indicates the camera operating status Using this camera you can take still pictures and record video You can take a picture or make a movie using the Charms gt Start gt Camera You can use the built in microphone The screen images are displayed here Shows the operating status of the computer The corresponding operating LED is lit when the corresponding function operates A device used to generate sound Turns the comp
62. g com uk support main supportMain do or http www samsung com uk support then search the model number of the product If the Declaration of Conformity for the model you are interested in is not available on our web site please contact your distributor or below address doc eu samsung com Manufacturer Information Samsung Electronics Co Ltd 416 Maetan 3Dong Yeongtong Gu Suwon City Gyeonggi Do 443 742 Korea Samsung Electronics Suzhou Computer Co Ltd No 198 Fangzhou Road Suzhou Industrial Park Jiangsu Province 215021 China Tel 86 512 6253 8988 Samsung Electronics Vietnam Co Ltd Yen Phong 1 I P Yen Trung Commune Yen Phong Dist Bac Ninh Province Vietnam For the web or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre see the Warranty or contact the retailer where you purchased your product Chapter 6 Appendix European Economic Area Restrictions Local Restriction of 802 11b 802 11g Radio Usage Note to integrator The following statements on local restrictions must be published in all end user documentation provided with the system or product incorporating the wireless product DR Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802 11b 802 11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries 802 11b 802 11g products are designed for use only in specific countries or regions and are not allowed to be operated in countries or regions other than those of designated use As a user
63. he computer to view the current battery charge when the computer is turned off Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade A battery is an expendable supply so when using it over a long time the capacity battery life is shortened If the battery life is reduced to under half of its initial time we recommend purchasing a new battery Battery Usage Time Information When not using the battery for a long time store the battery after charging it to 30 40 of its capacity This extends the battery life time Chapter 4 Batte ry Settings and Upgrade Using the power management program Extending the Battery Usage Time This program helps you use the battery more efficiently Decreasing the LCD Brightness and supports the power mode optimized for the operating environment Click the Ch gt Setti gt S ie menu RS di SS 1 Click Charms menu on the Desktop gt Settings gt Adjustment icon O Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Power Options Alternatively right click the power measuring device icon 2 Adjust the brightness with the screen brightness control bar in the notification area of the taskbar and select Power The battery life will be extended Options 2 If the following screen appears select one of the modes 3 gt Control Panel Hardware and Sound gt Power Options v Control Panel Home e Choose or customize a power plan Require a password on wakeup A power plan is a colle
64. he digital device is recommended When trying to use a formatted memory card in another digital device format the memory card again in the device Inserting and removing a memory card repeatedly may damage the memory card Secure Digital Input Output SDIO is not supported If the write protect tab is in the locked position you cannot format write or delete data on the card Chapter 3 Connecting an External Display Device Optional Die mmh Q If you connect an external display device such as a monitor TV About the connection cable projector etc you can view the picture on the wider screen of the external device when you give a presentation or watch a videoor Users should additionally purchase the necessary connection movie cables The computer supports two types of ports D SUB monitor port and HDMI port The visual quality is sharper when a display device is connected through the HDMI port rather than the analog monitor port D SUB port Therefore when multiple ports are supported connect a display device to a port that provides the better visual quality Analog Monitor D SUB Cable HDMI Cable Before you start check the port and cable of the external display device and then connect the display device to the computer Connecting an External Display Device Optional Connecting to the monitor port Connect an external monitor TV or projector that supports the D SUB interface to d
65. ht angle as shown by the figure 50cm Adjust the height of the monitor and the LCD screen so that its Keep the line from your elbow to your hand straight top height is equal to or lower than your eyes Do not place your palm over the keyboard while typing e Avoid setting the monitor and LCD excessively bright Do not hold the mouse with excessive force Keep the monitor and LCD screen clean Donot press the keyboard touchpad or mouse with excessive e If you wear glasses clean them before using the computer force When entering contents printed on a paper into the computer It is recommended connecting an external keyboard and use a Static paper holder so that the height of the paper is mouse when using the computer for long periods of time almost equal to that of the monitor Proper Posture During Computer Use Volume Control Headphones and Speakers Check your volume first to listen to music VOLUME Check your volume e Check if the volume is too loud before using headphones e Itis not recommended using headphones for long periods of time e Any deviation from the equalizer default setting could cause hearing impairment e The default setting can be changed through software and driver updates without your intervention Please check the equalizer default setting before first usage To prevent possible hearing damage do not listen at high volume levels for long periods Chapter 1 Gettin
66. icator LED is turned off In this case unplug the power check if the power indicator LED is green and then reconnect the power plug Power Indicator LED Center Holes 220V Power Plug 110V Power Plug Good Example Wrong Example X Getting Started Safety Precautions Chapter 1 When Using the Auto Adapter When a 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 DC Plug Cigar Plug In flight Cigar Socket When Using the Airplane Charging Coverter 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 S A 1 Connect this end to onverter 4 the auto adapter A A Connect the airplane power 3 gt input jack to the power outlet of the airplane 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 Inju
67. ing advice Precautionary measures Present scientific information does not indicate the need for any special precautions for the use of the Notebook PC If individuals are concerned they might choose to limit their own or their children s RF exposure by limiting the length of connections or using hands free devices to keep your Notebook PC away from the head and body Further information on this subject can be obtained from the WHO home page http www who int pehemf WHO Fact sheet 193 June 2000 WEEE Symbol Information Correct disposal of this product we Waste Electrical amp Electronic Equipment Applicable in countries with separate collection systems This marking on the product accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories e g charger headset USB cable should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product or their local government office for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purcha
68. isplay the image on a wider screen You can give better presentations by connecting the computer to a projector Connect the D SUB port of the computer and the port of the monitor or TV with the monitor cable 15 pin External TV Monitor Projector Connect the power cord of the connected monitor TV or projector and turn the power on Change your TV to external device mode when connecting to the TV Chapter 3 Using the computer 3 Select Charms menu gt Devices m_ gt Projector gt Second Screen Select a desired monitor mode PC screen only The contents are only displayed on the PC monitor current device Duplicate The contents of the current device are displayed on the external device as well Extend The screen of the current device is expanded to the external device Second screen only The contents are displayed only on the screen of the external device Ca Cl e Cla Ce Sg Alternatively to set up dual view Open the Display Settings window in the Control Panel select Monitor 2 and select the Expand to fit to this monitor checkbox to set dual view For more detailed information refer to the Windows online help Chapter 3 Connecting an External Display Device Optional salina avn 2 Select Charms menu gt Devices gt Projector gt Second Screen Connecting through the HDMI port Optional By connecting the computer to a TV with a HDM
69. l Registering a new user to the security solutio To register an existing user delete the existing authentication information saved on the TPM chip and then clear the TPM chip Register the user in the following order Step 1 Deleting a virtual drive lf a virtual drive has been created delete the virtual drive before deleting the existing authentication information saved on the TPM chip 1 On the taskbar select Ka and right click zk 2 Select Personal Secure Drive gt Create Manage Select Next the TPM and select Next 4 Enter the password that you entered when registering with 5 Select Delete selected PSD gt Next Chapter 3 Using the computer 6 Select want to permanently delete my Personal Secure Drive without saving an unencrypted copy of its contents gt Next F4 Select Next gt Finish The virtual drive is deleted Step 2 Deleting authentication information To delete the existing authentication information uninstall the TPM security solution and delete the solution data 1 On the desktop open the Charms and select the Settings charm Select Control Panel gt Programs gt Uninstall a program Select Infineon TPM Professional Package gt Uninstall When a message window appears select Yes to remove the program VU Aa W N If the Infineon Security Platform message appears select No TPM security solution Optional Tee mie Q 6 On the taskbar select File Explorer 7
70. l Kl XXXXXXX XXXXXXX Kl XXXXXXX lll XXXXXXX XXXXXXX AP List XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX Chapter 3 Using the computer If a network key is set for the AP enter the network key and then click OK Click Connect For the network key please ask your network administrator Ge Network Wi Fi XXXXXXX Connected ll Disconnect XXXXXXX alll XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX XXXXXXX 3 When the AP connection is completed Connected is displayed next to the corresponding AP You can now you can use the wireless network TPM security solution Optional Protect the user s personal information by saving user authentication data on a Trusted Platform Module TPM chip installed in the computer lt Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version e Refer to the security solution help for more information e This function is only supported for models with TPM security chip Configuring the security solution To use the TPM security solution initialize the TPM chip in the BIOS Setup initialize the TPM solution and then register a user To use the TPM function complete the following steps Chapter 3 Using the computer Step 1 Initializing the TPM chip When using the TPM solution for the first time or registering a user again initialize the TPM chip V AA W N e Initializing the TP
71. lean so that they are not covered with dust Failure to do so may result in fire Chapter 1 Getting Started AC Adapter Usage Precautions Connect 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 Unplug the wall mount AC adapter adapter and plug intergrated 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 adapter may be damaged and an electric shock explosive sound or spark may occur as a result Safety Precautions Getting Started A Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality Do not use the computer in a badly ventilated location such as on bedding ona pillow or cushion etc and do not use itina Battery Usage Related TI Please charge the battery fully before using the computer for the first 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
72. ling the necessary software installation is recommended Reinstalling Windows Optional _ Troubleshooting Reinstalling when Windows does not start This screen may not be displayed depending on the OS version When Windows does not start boot up with the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA and from there you can reinstall Windows 6 When the window asking for the installation type appears click Custom 1 Insert the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA into the DVD drive and restart the computer This screen may not be displayed depending on the OS version 2 If the Press any key to boot from CD or DVD message appears while booting press any key on the keyboard When a window appears asking for the location to install the operating system to select the partition of the disk drive and Press any key to boot from CDorDVD a then click the Next button Drive D includes an area to save the backup image used by 3 After a while the Options windows such as Language Time Samsung Recovery Solution Installing Windows to drive C is Keyboard etc appear Confirm the settings and click the recommended Next button GA A If you click Drive Options Advanced you can delete 4 If the Select Windows Installation window appears click format create or expand a partition Click on a function Install Now and proceed according to the instructions on the screen e When previous Windows installation files are in the p Depending on the
73. mic Area Restrictions below Regulatory Compliance Statements EU R amp TTE Compliance Statements Cesky Czech Dansk Danish Deutsch German Eesti Estonian English Espanol Spanish Samsung t mto prohla uje Ze tento Notebook PC je ve shod se zakladnimi pozadavky a dal mi p slu n mi ustanoven mi sm rnice 1999 5 ES Undertegnede Samsung erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr Notebook PC overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF Hiermit erkl rt Samsung dass sich das Ger t Notebook PC in bereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den brigen einschl gigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG befindet K esolevaga kinnitab Samsung seadme Notebook PC vastavust direktiivi 1999 5 EU p hin uetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele s tetele Hereby Samsung declares that this Notebook PC is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Por medio de la presente Samsung declara que el Notebook PC cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE nl EAAnVIKh Greek Francais French Italiano Italian Latviski Latvian Lietuvi Lithuanian Nederlands Dutch Malti Maltese Chapter 6 Appendix Q ME THN MAPOY2A Samsung AHAQNEI OTI Notebook
74. n This refers to a small image that represents a file that users can use IEEE802 XX This is a set fo specifications developed by the 802 committee of IEEE for the LAN connection method called XX LAN Local Area Network A communications network connecting computers printers and other devices within a local area such as within a building A LAN enables all connected devices to interact with other devices on the network The current LAN uses the Ethernet media access control method developed in the early 1980s To connect to an Ethernet a network card called a LAN card Ethernet card or network interface card is required To exchange data between computers a protocol is required besides the hardware equipment Windows uses TCP IP as the default protocol LCD Liquid Crystal Display There are Passive Matrix and Active Matrix LCD types This computer uses the Active Matrix type LCD called a TFT LCD Since an LCD is implemented by transistors instead of a cathode ray tube unlike a CRT its size can be slim And because it does not blink it reduces eye strain Glossary Network A group of computers and devices such as printers and scanners connected by a communications link A network can be either small or large and can be connected permanently through cables or temporarily through telephone lines or wireless links The biggest network is the Internet a worldwide network Network Administrator A user who plans configures
75. n over an item you want to drag and move the item to the new location Chapter 3 Using the computer The Gesture Function of the Touchpad Optio 4 The Touchpad Gesture function may not be provided and the version of the function may differ depending on the model Some usage procedures may differ depending on the version Configuring the Gesture Function Some gesture functions may not be configured In this case you can configure them using the following path 1 On the Desktop click the Charms menu gt Settings Zr gt Change PC settings gt PC and devices gt Mouse and touchpad icon 2 When the Touchpad Settings window appears click the corresponding item in the Select an Item to Configure setting to select the checkbox for the corresponding item f To cancel the Gesture function deselect the checkbox for the corresponding item in the Touchpad Settings window Chapter 3 Touch pad Using the computer The Scroll Function Charms Menu Activating Function This function is the same as the scroll area of the Touchpad If you place your finger on the right edge of the touch pad and If you place two fingers over the Touchpad and move them up drag your finger toward the center the Charms menu appears down left or right the screen is scrolled up down left or right accordingly Or Viewing running applications To open running applications swipe from the left edge of the Zoom Fun
76. n that can theoretically implement a memory capacity up to 2TB For high capacity implementation apply the exFAT specifications Server In general a server refers to a computer that provides shared resources for network users Glossary Share This refers to setting a resource of a computer such as a folder or printer so that other users can also use it Shared Folder A folder that can be used by other users on the network Sleep Mode A power mode that enables computers to save power consumption when they are not being used When a computer is in Sleep Mode the data on the computer memory is not saved to the hard disk If the power is turned off the data in memory will be lost System File System Files refer to files that are read and used by the Windows operating system In general system files must not be deleted or moved TCP IPv4 This is a 4 byte 32 bit address system separated into each byte 8 bits by a dot and each byte is represented as a decimal number Chapter 6 Appendix USB Universal Serial Bus This refers to a serial interface standard developed to replace the conventional interface standards such as Serial and PS 2 The data transmission specifications are one of the interface Standards used to connect a computer to peripheral devices These specifications include USB 1 0 1 1 2 0 and 3 0 It is appropriate to support peripheral devices that require high data rates such as an A
77. n your computer model e If you cannot start Windows or if you want to delete all existing data and reinstall Windows install Windows according to the descriptions in Reinstalling when Windows does not start e Some pictures may differ from actual product e These descriptions may differ depending on the operating system e Reinstalling Windows may delete data files and programs saved on the hard disk drive e Make sure to backup all important data Samsung Electronics shall not be held liable for any loss of data Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Q Reinstalling in Windows 1 Insert the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA into the DVD drive 2 If the Select Windows Installation window appears click Install Now When the Select Update window appears click on the relevant item If you select Go online to get the latest updates for installation in the Select Update window the latest updates are installed and Step 4 follows At this time the computer must be connected to the Internet 3 If the User Agreement screen appears select I accept the license terms and then click Next This screen may not be displayed depending on the OS version Reinstalling Windows Optional 4 The following window appears select an installation option If you click Custom the procedures from Step 5 continue sequentially If you click Upgrade the procedures from Step 6 continue sequentially This screen may not be displayed
78. ne e Sharp This will make the picture clear and sharp e Standard Standard picture mode e Movie Switch to this mode when the ambient lighting is dark or when watching movies e Movie Bright This will make a darker scene brighter for distinction e Read Suitable for reading electronic books e No effect This is the default picture mode The screen brightness is automatically set to the brightest level when AC power is connected and the brightness is automatically set dimmer when the computer runs on battery power to extend the battery use time LCD Brightness Control e Saving battery power consumption Decreases the LCD brightness when the computer is running on battery power to save battery power consumption e LCD bad pixels principle of computer Samsung observes the specifications regarding strict quality and reliability of LCD But in spite of that it is inevitable that there might be a small number of bad pixels A large number of bad pixels can cause problems in appearance but a small number of pixels doesn t affect the computer performance Therefore Samsung observes and manages the following dot principles Bright dot 2 or less Black dot 4 or less Combination of Bright and Dark 4 or less i Instructions for Cleaning the LCD Clean the LCD panel with a soft cloth lightly moistened with computer cleansing detergent moving in one direction Cleaning the LCD panel with excessive f
79. nect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact a service center There is a danger of electric shock or fire hazard Do not use a damaged or loose main plug or power cord or power outlet There is a danger of electric shock or fire hazard Plug the power cord firmly into the power outlet and AC adapter Failure to do so may cause fire 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 fire Safety Precautions A Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality 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 When the power supply is ungrounded the current may leak resulting 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 fire hazard Keep the power cord or outlet c
80. ntact your authorized dealer reseller or service provider Chapter 6 Appendix The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries General Requirements e All power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency responsible for evaluation in the country where the power cord set will be used e The power cord set must have a minimum current capacity of 7 Aand anominal voltage rating of 125 or 250 volts AC as required by each country s power system USA ONLY e The appliance coupler must meet the mechanical configuration of an EN 60 320 IEC 320 Standard Sheet C7 or C5 connector for mating with appliance inlet on the computer Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance If fitted with 2 4G band or 5G band Low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4GHzZ 5GHz Band may be present embedded in your notebook system The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device Additional limitations cautions and concerns for specific countries are listed in the specific country sections or country group sections The wireless devices in your system are only qualified for use in the countries identified by the Radio Approval Marks on the system rating label If the country you will be using the wireless device in is not listed please contact your local Radio Approval agency
81. o and sound for games Direct X enables faster control and interaction between applications and hardware devices By using Direct X the multimedia performance of Windows has been hugely improved Driver Software that interacts between the hardware and the operating system An operating system knows the hardware information and controls the hardware In general a driver is supplied with the corresponding hardware device D sub D subminiature This is the cable connecting a general CRT monitor and the computer Analog video is output through this cable Glossary Chapter 6 Appendix DVD Digital Versatile Disk DVD was developed to replace CD compact disk Although the shape and size of the disc are the same as that of a CD the capacity of a DVD is at least 4 7GB while the capacity of a CD is 600MB DVD video is digital unlike VHS analog video and supports MPEG2 compression and digital audio To play a DVD a DVD drive is required Firewall A security system used to protect an internal network or intranet from external networks through an authentication procedure HDMI This is a digital video audio interface specification that transmits video and audio signals over a single cable Hibernation Mode A power mode that saves all data in memory to the hard disk and turns the CPU and hard disk off When canceling Hibernation Mode all application programs that were running are restored to their last State Ico
82. o reduce battery consumption In this case a 1Gbps 100Mbps LAN would function at the speed of a 100Mbps 10Mbps connection Chapter 3 Wireless LAN Optional Using the computer Q A wireless network Wireless LAN environment is a network e The screen figures and terms may differ depending on the environment that enables communication between multiple EA model computers at home or a small size office through wireless LAN l devices e Depending on the program version some functions may not be provided or different functions may be provided e The descriptions below are for computer models with a Wireless LAN card or device A Wireless LAN device is optional The pictures in this manual may differ from the actual product depending on your wireless LAN device model What is an Access Point AP An AP is a network device that bridges wired and wireless LANs and corresponds to a wireless hub in a wired network You can connect multiple wireless LAN installed computers to an AP Wireless LAN Optional Connecting to a Wireless LAN If there is an AP you can connect to the Internet via the AP using the Wireless LAN connection method provided by Windows 1 If you click the Charms menu gt Settings Zr gt Network Connections bi icon a list of available APs appears If you select an AP to connect to the Connect button appears Networks Wi Fi XXXXXXX Connected _ ai XXXXXXX al
83. orce can damage the LCD Chapter 3 Using the computer Wired LAN To access the Internet at home set up an account with an Internet service provider ISP To purchase Internet service and a modem contact a local ISP Ze e Some features or procedures may differ depending on the model e These descriptions are written for Windows 8 1 so some figures and descriptions may differ from your operating system Since the procedures for other Windows operating systems are similar use the computer referring to these descriptions Chapter 3 Using the computer Connecting to a Wired LAN 1 Connect the LAN cable to the wired LAN port 2 On the desktop open the Charms and select the Settings charm gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center gt Change adapter settings ZS o CU ii ee Net WOrkK and Hani T Q gt T E gt Control Panel gt Network and Internet gt Network and Sharing Center View your basic network information and set up connections Control Panel Home Change adapter settings Change advanced sharing settings View your active networks You are currently not connected to any networks Change your networking settings vg Set up a new connection or network Set up a broadband dial up or VPN connection or set up a router or access point Troubleshoot problems Diagnose and repair network problems or get troubleshooting information
84. ot key functions more easily gt Method 1 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 od Shortcut Keys gt Method 2 1 ek Fn Lock On The Blue LED is turned On 2 Fa Pol Po Mal Oo welll Shortcut Keys Chapter 3 Keyboa rd Using the computer Shortcut Keys Name Function a G The Samsung software control program the Settings is launched Screen Brightness Controls the screen brightness Control Switches the screen output to the LCD or external monitor when an external monitor or TV is LCD External Monitor connected to the computer Turns the Touchpad function on or off When using an external mouse only you can turn the Touchpad off Touchpad Press this button to turn the audio on or off Volume Control Controls the volume E View active apps The list of currently running apps appears E N Desktop screen Switch to the desktop a mme Close a running application Wi Fi Turn Wi Fi network connection on or off When Wi Fi network is enabled the list of access points AP appears Keyboard Other Function Keys Optional e Performs the right click mouse function touchpad ele e Ifyou press the Fn Lock key you can use the hot key functions without pressing the Fn key Fn abek Ifyou press the Num Lock key you can use the numeric keys Num Lock 2 If the hot keys do not work prop
85. ptional components may not be provided or different components may be provided depending on the computer model The system specifications are subject to change without notice The Storage device capacity of a computer in which Recovery is installed is represented as smaller than the product specification The amount of memory that Windows can use may be smaller than the actual amount of memory available Product Specifications pean Registered Trademarks ENERGY STAR Partner Fc Asan ENERGY STAR Partner SAMSUNG has bring determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co Ltd Intel Core i3 i5 i7 are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries ii Lb ji HIGH DEFINITION MULTIMEDIA INTERFACE HDMI JBL is a trademark of Harman International Industries Incorporated registered in the United States and or other countries All other product or company names mentioned herein are registered trademarks of their respective companies Glossary Chapter 6 Appendix The Glossary lists the terminologies used in this User Manual For
86. quipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part The Part 15 radio device operates on a non interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency Any changes or modification to said product not expressly approved by Intel could void the user s authority to operate this device 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions it may cause harmful interference If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Regulatory Compliance Statements If necessary the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions The user may find the following booklet helpful Something About Interference This is available
87. r use at a temperature higher than 60 C as this may cause fire Please refer to the system operation environment of this manual and operate and store the battery at room temperature Before using the computer for the first time make sure to connect the AC adapter and charge the battery completely The images used for the illustration are of a representative model therefore the images may differ from the the actual product You can use the computer while the battery is charging However this will extend the battery charging time lf the battery reaches a certain temperature the computer may stop charging the battery for safety purposes The location of the internal battery Charging the Battery Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade Connect the AC adapter to the power input jack of the computer The battery will start charging 2 When charging is complete the Power LED turns green Status Charging Charging complete Power LED Red Green Battery Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge You can view the battery charge status by completing the following procedures Confirming the battery charge in the Taskbar Disconnect the AC adapter and move the mouse cursor over the battery icon in the system tray of the Taskbar to confirm the remaining battery charge 6 20 2012 Viewing the current battery charge when the computer is turned off Connect or disconnect the AC adapter from t
88. rd disk drive password setting function is not provided for some models e Changing the hard disk drive password For security purposes you can only change a hard disk drive password after restarting the computer by pressing the computer Power button If you cannot change the hard disk drive password or the HDD Password Frozen message appears when entering the BIOS Setup and then selecting Security gt HDD Password press the Power button to turn the computer on again Chapter 4 Settings and Upgrade Deactivating the Password A Select on the password to be deactivated To unlock the admin password for instance press Set Supervisor Password In the Enter Current Password item enter the currently configured password and press lt Enter gt Leave the Enter New Password item field empty and press lt Enter gt Leave the Confirm New Password field empty and press lt Enter gt The password is deactivated For some models the password is only canceled if the lt Enter gt key is pressed in the Setup Notice window Changing the Boot Priority The computer is configured so that it boots from the HDD with priority by default This section will show you how to change the setting so that the computer boots from a USB device Km model and the device driver version Connect a bootable USB device Immediately after the computer restarts press F2 several times Enter the BIOS Setup
89. re information Samsung Link Samsung Link enables the user to use the computer as cloud storage and access it via a Samsung mobile device Set folders to share and view and manage the shared folders anywhere anytime On the Start screen select Samsung Link Refer to the application help for more information Samsung Software Update SW Update is a software program that searches for Samsung software programs and drivers installed when you purchased the computer and helps you update any drivers or programs Cc 1 You can check updatable files before performing the update only when you are connected to the internet e SW Update does not provide any updates for device drivers or software programs installed separately by the user e Depending on the model the application may not be provided Click the bottom left icon on the Start screen and click SW Update Chapter 3 Using the computer Select the items that you want to update before proceeding with the update process 2 The SW Update program runs WW Lindate Software List ef Software Update Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting The Support Center program which is Samsung s computer s troubleshooting guide supports diagnosing the system and has a FAQ for frequently occurring problem s y Support Center may not be provided or may be a different version depending on the
90. rge a USB device gt The port can be distinguished by the figure SS or SS lt printed on the port of the product You can connect an HDMI cable to this port Using this port you can enjoy digital video and audio on the TV This is the jack for connecting an ear set or headset Overview About the chargeable USB port Use the USB charging port to easily charge a tablet PC or other devices Open the Settings application and select Power Management gt USB Charging gt High Capacity Charging Mode gt ON In some devices charging using the High Capacity Charging Mode may end before the device is fully charged In this situation charging will continue at the normal rate while the device is connected to the USB charging port Data transfer between the PC and devices being charged in High Capacity Charging Mode is not available Charging speed in PC s High Capacity Charging Mode may be slower than using the device specific adapter It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a USB device The battery power level may be reduced when charging a USB device while the computer is powered by the battery The charging status of the USB device is not displayed on the computer To turn on the chargeable function while the computer is turned off Open the Settings application and select Power Management gt USB Charging gt USB charging in sleep mode gt ON This feature may not be available with some US
91. ription Displaying the Start Screen Windows Key Switches to Start mode Displaying the Desktop Windows Key D Switches to Desktop mode Running the Charms Windows Key C Activates the Charms Locking the Screen Windows Key L Locks the screen Opening the Ease of Access Center Windows Key U Opens the Ease of Access Center configuration Opening the Second Screen Settings Windows Key P Opens the External Monitor Settings menu Opening the Advanced Management Tool Windows Key X Opens the Advanced Management Tool Exit App Alt F4 Exits the currently running App Chapter 3 Using the computer Keyboard 42 Touchpad 45 Memory card 49 Connecting an External Display Device Optional 52 Adjusting the Volume 55 Wired LAN 4 A 59 Wireless LAN Optional 62 TPM security solution Optional 64 Using the Multimedia App Optional 72 Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone Optional 74 Samsung Software Update 75 Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting 76 Using the Security Slot 77 Chapter 3 Keyboa rd Using the computer Q Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections f gt The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard e The keyboard may differ depending on your country The following mainly describes the shortcut keys Shortcut Keys While pressing and holding the Fn key press a shorcut keys Alternatively press the Fn Lock key as well as a hot key to use the h
92. rked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality Follow the instructions for the relevant location e g airplane hospital etc when using a wireless communication device wireless LAN Bluetooth etc Before upgrading the computer be sure to shutdown the computer first and then separate all connected cables If the notebook computer has an external type removable battery separate the battery too Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields Security devices with magnetic fields in clude airport walk through devices and se curity wands Failure to do so may cause electric shock l i 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 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 Safety Precautions A Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product Installation Related Do not block the ports holes vents etc of the product and do not insert objec
93. rophone to the Ear set Jack or Headset Jack You can also use the internal MIC Right click over the Volume icon on the taskbar and select Recording Device Check if the microphone is set as the default recording device If this is the case it is already set as the default device If not right click over the microphone and select Set default Click the bottom left icon on the Start screen and then click Sound Recorder Click Start recording Adjusting the Volume Tee mie Dolby Digital Plus Use Dolby Digital Plus to optimize your audio experience This feature enhances sound elements by analyzing and adjusting sound levels automatically This feature may not be available depending on the model and operating system 1 On the desktop open the Charms and select the Settings charm gt Control Panel gt Dolby Digital Plus Home Theater 2 Click D and select a play mode Movie music game and voice optimization modes are provided by default and you can add custom modes LCD Brightness Control Deem Q Click the Charms menu gt Settings Zr gt Screen Switching the picture mode Adjustment icon O You can switch the picture mode to your preferred viewing pleasure such as optimizing the display for movies or electronic 2 Adjust the brightness with the screen brightness control bar books 1 Click the bottom left icon on the Start screen 2 Click Settings gt Display gt Color to
94. rries the Class 2 identifier The following information is only applicable to systems labeled with the CE mark European Directives CC This Information Technology Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following European directives e EMC Directive 2004 108 EC e Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC e R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Chapter 6 Appendix Q European Radio Approval Information for products fitted with EU approved radio devices This Product is a Notebook computer low power Radio LAN type devices radio frequency RF wireless communication devices operating in the 2 4GHz 5GHz band may be present embedded in your notebook system which is intended for home or office use This section is only applicable if these devices are present Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices LEO Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the European Union or associated areas if a CE mark with a Notified Body Registration Number and the Alert Symbol is on the system label The power output of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in you notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the European Commission through the R amp TTE directive The low band 5 15 5 35 GHz is for indoor use only DR See 802 116 and 802 119 restrictions for specific countries or regions within countries under the heading European Econo
95. ry from repeated operations may increase and serious physical harm may be caused e The instructions in this manual have been prepared so that they can be applied within the coverage of general users e 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 floor Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 Proper Posture During Computer Use Dee te Eye Position Hand Position Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least Keep your arm at a rig
96. s depending on the product model and the OS version Displaying Help To open the Help do the following e Keyboard On the desktop press the F1 key e Touchpad mouse Place the mouse pointer over the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the Charms Tap Settings gt Help If you are connected to the internet you can access the most recent online Help Chapter 2 Using Windows Viewing Help Tips On the Start screen select Help Tips Ce Wo Screen At a Glance Windows provides both the new Start screen mode and the Desktop mode of the existing OS Start screen Desktop When you turn on the computer the Start screen is displayed which allows you to use the applications Application App hereafter referred to as an App at the same location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 JS Start Screen App User Account Displaying the Charms Charms Desktop Start button Chapter 2 Using Windows Refers to the default Start screen of Windows Refers to the apps that are currently installed This refers to the currently used user account The Charms is hidden at the right of the screen Place your mouse pointer at the edge of the top or bottom right of the screen to display the Charms This refers to the menu that allows you to use functions such as Search Share Start Device and Settings Switches to Desktop mode The Apps screen appears where a tile
97. se contract This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal India Only For more information on safe disposal and recycling visit our website www samsung com in or contact our Helpline numbers 18002668282 180030008282 Chapter 6 Appendix SN Correct disposal of batteries in this product Pb Applicable in countries with separate collection systems This marking on the battery manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life Where marked the chemical symbols Hg Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006 66 If batteries are not properly disposed of these substances can cause harm to human health or the environment To protect natural resources and to promote material re use please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local free battery return system USA ONLY G This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR Maganese Dioxide Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in California USA Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler To find the nearest recycling location go to our website www samsung
98. se wireless devices ask the applicable authority for authorization prior to use or turning on the wireless device Every country has different restrictions on the use of wireless devices Since your system is equipped with a wireless device when traveling between countries with your system check with the local Radio Approval authorities prior to any move or trip for any restrictions on the use of a wireless device in the destination country If your system came equipped with an internal embedded wireless device do not operate the wireless device unless all covers and shields are in place and the system is fully assembled Regulatory Compliance Statements i e Wireless devices are not user serviceable Do not modify them in any way Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it Please contact manufacturer for service e Only use drivers approved for the country in which the device will be used See the manufacturer System Restoration Kit or contact manufacturer Technical Support for additional information Chapter 6 Appendix Q United States of America USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body especially the face or eyes while transmitting Do not operate the radio or attempt to tran
99. smit data unless the antenna is connected if not the radio may be damaged Use in specific environments The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the constraints posed by the safety directors of such environments The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital E Explosive Device Proximity Warning Do not operate a portable transmitter such as a wireless network device near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use Regulatory Compliance Statements i Use On Aircraft Caution Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments Chapter 6 Appendix This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15 Other Wireless Devices Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network Refer to the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network DR This e
100. t 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 excessive current flow and it may damage the battery or result in a fire 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 fire To use the computer safely replace a dead battery with a new authorized battery computer before cleaning it If your notebook is external amp 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 the product Do not place any container filled with water or chemicals over or near the computer If water or chemicals enter the computer this may cause fire or 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 Safety Precautions Chapter 1 Getting Started
101. t http www fcc gov oet ea fccid This site uses this product FCC ID number on the outside of the product Sometimes it may be necessary to remove the battery pack to find the number Once you have the FCC ID number for a particular product follow the instructions on the website and it should provide values for typical or maximum SAR for a particular product Regulatory Compliance Statements Unintentional Emitter per ICES 003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada Intentional Emitter per RSS 210 This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device The term IC before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met To reduce potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power EIRP is not more than that required for successful communication To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit ant
102. ter Use Before You Start Pay aek O Before reading the User Manual first check the following information Safety Precaution Notations Optional items some devices and software referred to in Icon Notation Description i the User Manual may not be provided and or changed by upgrade Note that the computer environment referred in the User Manual may not be the same as your own environment Failure to follow instructions marked with A Warning this symbol may cause personal injury and or fatality e The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the Failure to follow instructions marked with User Manual are those of the representative model of each A Caution this symbol may cause slight injury to series and may differ from the actual appearance of the yourself or damage your property product e This guide decribes procedures for using both the mouse and the touchpad e This manual has been written for the Windows 8 1 operating system The descriptions and figures may differ depending on the installed operating system Text Notations e The User Manual supplied with this computer may vary eon EE ci et depending on your model Content included in this section includes Caution l l information required about the function Content included in this section includes Note helpful information to use the function Before You Start Copyright 2014 Samsung Electronics Co Ltd S
103. terminologies other than these look in Windows Help Backup A way to save the current data to restore it later if necessary A backup is a way to restore computer data when the data or computer is damaged Chargeable USB This program enables supplying power to a specific USB port when the system is in power saving mode hibernation mode or off Client This refers to a computer that uses a shared network resource provided by a server DDR SDRAM Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory DRAM is a memory type whose cells consist of a capacitor and transistor manufactured at a low price SDRAM is a memory type whose performance has been improved by synchronizing the clock with the external CPU clock DDR SDRAM is a memory type whose performance has been improved by doubling the operating speed of the SDRAM and is widely used nowadays This computer uses DDR SDRAM Device Manager An administrative tool used to manage computer devices You can add or remove hardware or update a device driver using the Device Manager DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol This refers to automatically allocating IP addresses to the users on the network by the network administrators Direct X An application interface developed to enable Windows application programs to access hardware devices at a very high speed Since the operating speed of graphics memory and sound cards must be very fast to provide high quality vide
104. the computer and may cause an injury Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 Be careful that people are not exposed to the computer s ventilator adapter etc as they generate heat over a long period of time when your PC is powered 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 Ver 3 4 Safety Precautions A Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality Power Related Ze The power plug and wall outlet figures may differ e depending on the country specifications and the product 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 fire hazard Chapter 1 Getting Started If the power cord or power outlet makes a noise discon
105. the product Chapter 1 Getting Started Storage 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 computer discharge the battery and preserve as it is detached For external amp 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 traffic accident Please concentrate on driving Be careful when closing the LCD panel Closing the LCD panel with any object such as a pen placed on the device s keyboard may break the LCD panel Safety Precautions A Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product Cautions on Preventing Data Loss Hard Disk Management Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive e 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 e 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 e The company is not liable for any loss of data on the hard disk drive Chapter 1 Getting Started Causes that may damage the data of a hard disk drive and the hard disk drive itself Th
106. tices Change PC settings You can turn off your computer or select the Power Options ENG ENG Select a preferred language Change PC settings You can change more settings Using Apps An App refers to an application program hereafter referred to as an App In a larger sense it refers to all the software programs installed on the operating system Windows provides basic Apps for frequently performed tasks Displaying Currently Running App s Move your mouse pointer to the top left corner of the screen App to display the last run App Click on an App in the Start screen to activate it Then move your mouse pointer down to display a list of the To exit the current app using the mouse currently running Apps in order Click on an App in that list or drag it to the center of the screen Now you can check the selected App which is Your mouse pointer changes to a hand shape currently running Move the mouse pointer over the top edge Click and hold your mouse button and then drag it to the bottom of the screen The App moves downward and Right click over the App in the list and click Close to exit the disappears and exits App Using Apps Using split screens 1 Select the Apps in the Start screen 2 Touchpad mouse Move the mouse pointer to the top edge The pointer changes to the palm shape Then drag the mouse to the left or right Arrange the position of each split screen as appropriate UY
107. ts Damage to a component within the computer may cause electric shock or fire 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 Chapter 1 Getting Started Battery Usage Related Dispose of worn out batteries properly e There is a danger of fire or explosion e The battery disposal 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 battery Contact with a metal may cause excessive current and a high temperature and may damage the battery or cause a fire Charge the battery according to the instructions in the manual Failure to do so may cause an explosion or fire 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 fire Safet
108. uter on and off A device to enter data by pressing the keys The touchpad and touchpad buttons provide functions similar to the mouse ball and buttons Overview Power LED Chapter 1 Getting Started Right View e Turns blue while the computer is turned on e Shows the battery s charging status while the 1 Power LED computer is turned off Red Battery charging is in progress Green Battery is fully charged Memory card slot A SD USB 2 0 Port lt gt CD Drive ODD Optional Security Slot Insert a memory card into the slot You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboard mouse digital camera etc Plays CD or DVD titles Since an ODD Optical Disk Drive is optional the installed drive depends on the computer model You can secure the computer by connecting a lock and cable to the Security Slot Overview DC Jack Ges Wired LAN Port ry Monitor Port ICH USB 3 0 Port Seu or Chargeable USB 3 0 Port SS Optional HDMI Port Homi Ear set headset Jack Q Chapter 1 Getting Started A jack to connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the computer Connect the Ethernet cable to this port A port used to connect a monitor TV or projector supporting a 15pin D SUB interface USB ports to which you can connect USB devices as well as a chargeable USB port are provided Using a chargeable USB port you can access or cha
109. vanced gt Smart Battery Calibration Samsung BIOS Configuration EZ aysina CPU Power Saving Mode Touch Pad Mouse USB Charge In Sleep Mode USB S3 Wake up 4 The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery is forcefully discharged To stop the operation press the lt Esc gt button This operation requires 3 5 hours depending on the battery capacity and the remaining battery charge Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional 90 Reinstalling Windows Optional 97 Q amp A 100 Troubleshooting Recovering Backing up the Computer Optional Chapter 5 If a problem occurs with your computer Recovery recovery program allows you to easily restore your computer to the default factory settings Alternatively you can back up your computer so that you can restore it to your preferred state at any time Recovery Introduction Re cover D Recover 4 A function that recovers the computer to the factory settings or recovers Windows to previously saved settings Ba C k U p acku contents of C drive will be deleted elect recove int Date 08 11 2012 Source HDD Inspecting recovery point 0 Disk copy O Factory image EE Run backup server Help Ks Function Description Recover Restores the entire Windows drive Back Up You can back up your entire Windows drive Ve el Recovery may not be provided or m
110. ve 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 Do not leave the product in a location exposed to magnetic fields e A magnetic field may cause the product to work abnormally or the battery to discharge e The information saved on the magnetic tape of a credit card phone card bankbook transportation tickets and so on can be damaged by a computer s electromagnetic field Safety Precautions A Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product Upgrade Related 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 fire or damage the product Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself There is a danger of electric shock or fire 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
111. y Precautions A Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product Usage Related Do not place a candle light cigar etc over or on the product There is a danger of fire 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 fire In case of lightning immediately turn the system off 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 fire 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 Chapter 1 Getting Started 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 CD ROM drive is in operation You might lose data and the disk might be suddenly ejected and could cause

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