Samsung NP-RV408-A01VN manual Extending the Battery Usage Time, Decreasing the LCD Brightness

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Extending the Battery Usage Time

Decreasing the LCD Brightness

Press the + keys on the keyboard

to decrease the LCD brightness to extend the battery usage time.

You can only use this function after installing Windows XP or Windows 7/Vista and installing the Easy Display Manager program with the system software media disk.(Only for Widows 7/Vista

3

Move to the Boot > Smart Battery

Calibration item using the direction

keys and press <Enter>.

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.

1

Disconnect the AC power adapter after

turning off the computer.

2

Restart your computer and press the

F2 button when the Samsung logo

appears, to start the BIOS Setup.

4

Highlight Yes in the Battery Calibration

Confirmation window and press

<Enter>.

The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery is forcefully discharged. To stop the operation, press the <Esc> button.

This operation requires 3~5 hours depending on the battery capacity and the remaining battery charge.

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Contents User Guide Page Contents Page Chapter Page Before You Start Safety Precaution NotationsText Notations CopyrightAbout HDD Capacity Representation About the Product Capacity Representation StandardAbout Memory Capacity Representation Installation Related Safety PrecautionsKeep the plastic bags out of the reach of children There is a danger of suffocationPower Related Connect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly AC Adapter Usage PrecautionsUsing another adapter may cause the screen to flicker Failing to do so may result in fireThere is a danger of electric shock or choking Battery Usage RelatedAuthorized Parts There is a danger of an explosion or fire Usage RelatedThis may result in harming or burning your skin Upgrade RelatedFailing to do so, may cause electric shock Custody and Movement RelatedUse only a battery authorized by Samsung Electronics Installation Related Battery Usage RelatedDo not place a heavy object over the product Repairing the product Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or device Take care when touching the product or partsProduct might be damaged or users may trip over the cables Battery will be preserved at its best conditionTake care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive When using the AC power plug Using the power supply in an airplaneProper Posture Proper Posture During Computer UseKeep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure Eye Position Hand PositionUse Time Break Time Volume Control Headphones and SpeakersIllumination Operation ConditionSafety Instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Care During Use Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePCBattery Disposal Laser Safety Replacement Parts and Accessories Laser Safety Note Do not unplug the power cord by only pulling the cable Power Cord RequirementsGeneral Requirements Requirements listed below are applicable to all countriesRegulatory Compliance Statements Wireless GuidancePage Other Wireless Devices USA and Canada Safety Requirements and NoticesUnited States of America Use in specific environmentsUnintentional Emitter per FCC Part FCC Part If fitted with a modem device Intentional emitter per FCC PartPage Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 CanadaIntentional Emitter per RSS Brazil European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices European UnionEuropean Directives Manufacturer InformationEU R&TTE Compliance Statements Maltese MaltiMagyar HungarianLocal Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage European Economic Area RestrictionsGeneral BelgiumPage Battery return systems Weee Symbol InformationBasic Items Computer Standard Battery AC Adapter Power CableFront View OverviewStatus Indicators Right View Left View Wired LAN PortDC Jack Fan VentsBattery Latches BatteryLatch used to remove or install the battery Bottom ViewPower AC Adapter Cable DC-in Jack Attaching the BatteryTurn on the computer Connect the AC adapterPress the + key to increase the LCD brightness Turn on the computerUsing Sleep Mode in Windows 7/Vista Using Sleep ModeUsing Stand by Mode in Windows XP Click StartChapter Shortcut Keys KeyboardFn+ FunctionSystem software media disk Mode, select the Advanced menu Fan Silent Mode LowSystem software media disk. Optional EasyScreen Brightness Control Volume ControlNumeric Key Turns the numeric keyboard on or offTouch Area TouchpadTouchpad Left Button Scroll AreaConnect the CD drive to the USB port Connecting the CD DriveInserting and Ejecting a CD Status Indicator Emergency Hole Eject ButtonTo Insert and Use a Memory Card Multi Card Slot OptionalExample SD Card To remove a memory card Using a Mini SD and RS-MMCTo format a memory card Take hold of the end of the card and remove the cardAdjusting the Volume using the Keyboard Adjusting the VolumeMute Chapter Measuring the Remaining Battery ChargeYou can adjust the LCD brightness in 8 levels Controlling the Brightness Using the KeyboardInstructions for Cleaning the LCD LCD Brightness ControlEntering the Bios Setup Bios SetupSetup Menu Help Bios Setup ScreenSetup Items Setup Menu Description ExitF5/F6 System Setup KeysSetting a Supervisor Password Setting a Boot PasswordSetting a User Password Set Supervisor Password itemDeactivating the Password Setting Up a Boot PasswordPriority item Changing the Boot PriorityReplacing the Memory Upgrading MemoryFixing Screw Memory Slot Installing/Removing the Battery BatteryPrecautions Check if the battery latch has been moved inwardsBattery Usage Time Information Charging the BatteryTo use the shortcut key to view Using the Battery Calibration Function Extending the Battery Usage TimeMove to the Boot Smart Battery Highlight Yes in the Battery CalibrationUsing the Security Lock Port Chapter Product Specifications Energy Star Partner Registered TrademarksPage
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