Samsung NV30CH0Q0B/SER CardBus, Cmos memory, COM port, Compact Disc, Conventional memory, Disk

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CardBus

CardBus technology enables the computer to use 32-bit PC Cards. Hardware in the computer and the Windows operating system provide support for the 32-bit cards. The voltage of 32-bit cards (3.3 volts) is lower than that of 16-bit cards (5 volts). The 32-bit cards can transmit more data at a time than the 16-bit cards, thus increasing their speed.

CMOS memory

CMOS (complementary metal oxide semiconductor) memory is powered by the CMOS battery. The System Setup settings and other parameters are maintained in CMOS memory. Even when you turn your computer off, the information in CMOS memory is saved.

COM port

COM stands for communication. COM ports are the serial ports in your computer.

Compact Disc

A compact disc (CD).

Conventional memory

The first 640 KB of system memory. Operating systems and application programs can directly access this memory without using memory-management software.

Disk

The device used by the computer to store and retrieve information. Disk can refer to a floppy disk, hard disk, or RAM disk.

Disk cache

A software device that accumulates copies of recently used disk sectors in RAM. The application program can then read these copies without accessing the disk. This, in turn, speeds up the performance of the application.

A cache is a buffer for transferring disk sectors in and out of RAM. Data stored in a disk cache is a copy of data already stored on the physical disk.

DMA (direct memory access)

A method of transferring data from a device to memory without having the data pass through the microprocessor. Using DMA can speed up system performance.

DPMS

Display Power Management Signalling. Displays or monitors that comply with this can be managed by the Power Management features found in the system setup.

Floppy disk

A removable disk, also called floppy or diskette.

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Contents Macrovision Statement Important Safety Information Safety InstructionsSetting Up your System Battery Disposal Replacement Parts and AccessoriesCare During Use Laser Safety Note Laser SafetyPower Cord Requirements General RequirementsWireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance StatementsPage United States of America Unintentional Emitter per FCC PartIntentional emitter per FCC Part FCC Statement for Wireless LAN use FCC PartRegulatory Compliance Statements Canada Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003Intentional Emitter per RSS Regulatory Compliance Statements European Union European DirectivesRegulatory Compliance Statements Information Icons Using Your DocumentationManual Documentation Conventions Keyboard ConventionsTouchpad Conventions Software User DocumentationCD-ROM Device Naming Convention Windows ConventionsFront View Getting StartedIntroducing Your Computer LCD PanelRight View Left ViewBack View Bottom ViewTo turn off the computer Turning the Computer On and OffTo turn on the computer Click Turn Off ComputerGetting Started Using the Keyboard Using the Numeric Keypad Using Special Function Keys Getting Started Using the Touchpad Right-Click MoveClick DragScroll Using Wireless LAN Button Hot KeysChanging the Hot Key Setting Reading the Status Indicators Maintenance Instructions Adjusting LCD BrightnessTo save the battery charge Bad pixels in the LCDAdjusting the Volume To adjust using keyboardTo adjust using volume control program Introducing Windows Understanding the DesktopUnderstanding the Start Menu Understanding a Window Click Start My ComputerHelp and Support Center Windows XP TourClick Start Help and Support To insert a CD Using the ComputerUsing the CD Drive To eject a CDTo clean a CD or DVD title Emergency Eject HoleTo play a DVD To use the Windows Media Player To play a video CDTo write data on a CD Option Click Write these files to CDFor more information on writing CDs For more information on creating an audio CDTo write data to a DVD What is a home theater system? Enjoying Home Theater S/PDIF PortEnable S/PDIF port on the computer Connect digital amp, speakers, and TV to the computerPress Fn+F7 / S/PDIF keys Enable S/PDIF on the DVD program Using the Pcmcia Card Slot To insert a Pcmcia cardTo remove a Pcmcia card Connecting to the Internet Connecting with a ModemBefore Start Connecting Through a Wired LAN Click Start Control PanelTo use Dhcp To use a static IPTo use both Dhcp and static IP simultaneously To turn off the Wireless LAN Connecting Through a Wireless LAN OptionAccess Point What is an Access Point AP?Connecting to an Access Point AP Connecting to computer-to-computer networks peer-to-peer or Checking the connection statusSetting up a computer-to-computer network Click Advanced On the Wireless Network tab, click AdvancedWireless Networks tab, click Add Page Connecting to the configured computer Checking the connection status Configuring the wireless network Using Wireless Networks in Other Operating SystemsInstalling the Wireless Client Manager program Network TypesPage Connecting to the Internet Using Network Services Sharing files or foldersConfiguring Sharing Using Shared Files or Folders Sharing PrintersIf your computer is a member of another workgroup Configuring Printer Sharing Adding and Using a Shared PrinterClick Add a printer Page Configuring Internet Sharing Sharing an Internet ConnectionChecking the Shared Internet Connection Using System Setup Bios CautionCustomizing Your Computer Starting System Setup Changing Booting Priority Setting the User Password Configuring the PasswordSetting the Supervisor Password On the Set Supervisor Password item, press EnterActivating the Booting Password Activating the Hard Disk Drive PasswordDeactivating the Password Configuring Resolution and Colour Depth When you have completed configuration, click ApplyUsing External Display Devices Switching Display Devices Using the Shortcut KeyUsing Dual View to View Extended Screen Primary Deactivating Dual View Mode To move a window between display devices in Dual View modeSystem Management Using Power Management OptionsBasic Power Management Schemes Standby vs. HibernationHibernate Mode Power Management or Manual Method If You Reinstall Windows Frequent InterruptionsRest Key Advanced Power Management Schemes Using the Battery Replacing BatteryBattery Warning Monitoring the Battery ChargeUsing the battery To monitor in control panelBattery Calibration Calibration NotesUsing the Security Lock Port Replacing the Hard Disk Drive After replacing the hard disk Tips for Using Your Computer Air Travel Travelling with Your ComputerHandling Spills If you are travelling by air, follow these tipsStoring the Computer for Long Periods Troubleshooting System Recovery Precaution Q1 The system does not shutdown properly Questions and AnswersWindows Related Q2 The system freezes during program operationDisplay Related Q1 The LCD screen is blankQ3 The screen blinks or displays noise for a short time Q2 I cannot make a call using an extension line Modem RelatedQ1 I cannot hear the modem sound Using an AT command Configuring the Modem through the Control PanelQ3 How do I use my modem when dialing from overseas? Troubleshooting Wired LAN Related Q1 Wake On LAN functionWireless LAN Related Q3 I cannot share an Internet connection Troubleshooting Page Troubleshooting Games and Programs Related Q4 The running speed of a game is too slow or fastTroubleshooting Reinstalling Software Installing driversRunning the system software CD Installing programs Reinstalling Windows XP Reinstalling WindowsWhat is partition configuration? What is Format?Press any key to boot from CD If You Cannot Run WindowsSpecifications System SpecificationWireless LAN Specification Optional Product SpecificationRadio Specifications Regulatory Notice for Channel Use in France Abbreviations Pcmcia Glossary Cmos memory DMA direct memory accessCardBus COM portIRQ interrupt request line Hard driveAddress LCD liquid-crystal displayPC Card RAM random access memoryResolution PC slotShadow RAM TFT thin film transistor LCDUsing Windows Registering WindowsLocations of Programs folder and Control Panel Introducing Windows To Playback Audio or Video CD