Samsung NV30CH0Q0B/SER, NV30MP04XB/SEK, NV30MH036X/SEK, NV30MH0415/SER Understanding the Start Menu

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Understanding the Start Menu

The Start menu includes everything that is required to start Windows. From the Start menu it is possible to run a program, open a file, assign system users with Control Panel, receive support by clicking Help and Support, and search desired items from the computer or Internet by clicking Search.

Frequently used programs

All Programs

Start Button

My Computer

Control Panel

Help and Support

My Computer	Displays the contents of the hard disk, the CD-ROM drive, the network
	drive, and floppy disks. It can also be used to search and open files and
	folders.

Control Panel	Enables users to configure settings on the computer.

Help and	Provides on-line help, information on Windows and troubleshooting.
Support

Search	Enables users to search for information in files or the Internet.

Run	Run programs or documents.

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Contents Macrovision Statement Safety Instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Replacement Parts and Accessories Battery DisposalCare During Use Laser Safety Note Laser SafetyPower Cord Requirements General RequirementsWireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance StatementsPage Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part United States of AmericaIntentional emitter per FCC Part FCC Statement for Wireless LAN use FCC PartRegulatory Compliance Statements Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 CanadaIntentional 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 LCDTo adjust using keyboard Adjusting the VolumeTo adjust using volume control program Introducing Windows Understanding the DesktopUnderstanding the Start Menu Understanding a Window Click Start My ComputerWindows XP Tour Help and Support CenterClick Start Help and Support To insert a CD Using the ComputerUsing the CD Drive To eject a CDEmergency Eject Hole To clean a CD or DVD titleTo 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 creating an audio CD For more information on writing CDsTo write data to a DVD What is a home theater system? Enjoying Home Theater S/PDIF PortConnect digital amp, speakers, and TV to the computer Enable S/PDIF port on the computerPress Fn+F7 / S/PDIF keys Enable S/PDIF on the DVD program To insert a Pcmcia card Using the Pcmcia Card SlotTo remove a Pcmcia card Connecting with a Modem Connecting to the InternetBefore Start Connecting Through a Wired LAN Click Start Control PanelTo use a static IP To use DhcpTo 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 statusClick Advanced On the Wireless Network tab, click Advanced Setting up a computer-to-computer networkWireless 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 Sharing Printers Using Shared Files or FoldersIf your computer is a member of another workgroup Adding and Using a Shared Printer Configuring Printer SharingClick Add a printer Page Configuring Internet Sharing Sharing an Internet ConnectionChecking the Shared Internet Connection Bios Caution Using System SetupCustomizing 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 Hard Disk Drive Password Activating the Booting PasswordDeactivating the Password Configuring Resolution and Colour Depth When you have completed configuration, click ApplySwitching Display Devices Using the Shortcut Key Using External Display DevicesUsing 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 Frequent Interruptions If You Reinstall WindowsRest 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 operationQ1 The LCD screen is blank Display RelatedQ3 The screen blinks or displays noise for a short time Modem Related Q2 I cannot make a call using an extension lineQ1 I cannot hear the modem sound Configuring the Modem through the Control Panel Using an AT commandQ3 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 Installing drivers Reinstalling SoftwareRunning 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 SpecificationProduct Specification Wireless LAN Specification OptionalRadio 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 LCDRegistering Windows Using WindowsLocations of Programs folder and Control Panel Introducing Windows To Playback Audio or Video CD