Contents | Samsung DP515A2GK01US specification

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting Started

3Before You Start

6Safety Precautions

18Proper Posture During Computer Use

21Overview

26Turning the Computer On and Off

Chapter 2. Using Windows 8

29What is Microsoft Windows 8?

30Screen At a Glance

32Using the Charms

34Using Apps

37Windows Hot Key Function

38Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only)

Chapter 3. Using the computer

46Using a wireless keyboard/mouse (Optional)

54Using hand gestures (Optional)

57Multi Card Slot (Optional)

60Using the product as a monitor (Optional)

61Adjusting the Volume

63Switching the picture mode

64Wired Network

67Wireless Network (Optional)

69Using the TV (Optional)

75Using the Remote Control (Optional)

77Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)

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	Getting Started

87Using the Multimedia App (Optional)

91Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone (Optional)

92Samsung Software Update

93Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting

94Using the Security Slot

Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade

96BIOS Setup

98Setting a Boot Password

101Changing the Boot Priority

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

103Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)

110Reinstalling Windows (Optional)

113Q&A

Chapter 6. Appendix

117Important Safety Information

119Replacement Parts and Accessories

121Regulatory Compliance Statements

134WEEE Symbol Information

135Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program

136Product Specifications

138Glossary

142Index

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Samsung DP515A2GK01US user manual Contents

Contents

Page Contents Chapter Getting Started Using the software Before You Start Copyright Safety Precaution NotationsText Notations OS and Software Support About Memory Capacity Representation About the Product Capacity Representation StandardAbout the capacity representation of the storage Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children Safety PrecautionsInstallation Related There is a danger of suffocation Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only Power RelatedDo not touch the main plug or power cord with wet hands There is a danger of electric shock or fire Use only the AC adapter supplied with the product AC Adapter Usage PrecautionsConnect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly There is a danger of electric shock or choking Battery Usage RelatedUse an authorized battery and AC adapter only Usage Related There is a danger of an explosion or fire This may result in harming or burning your skin Upgrade RelatedNever disassemble the power supply or AC adapter Security and Movement Related Failure to do so may cause electric shock Dispose of worn-out batteries properly Use only a battery authorized by Samsung ElectronicsDo not place a heavy object over the product Take care not to drop the product while using it Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part Check CDs for cracks and damage prior to use Do not use a damaged or modified CDDo not insert your fingers into the PC Card Slot Use parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only Take care when touching the product or partsTake care not to throw or drop a computer part or device Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself Safety Precautions Proper Posture During Computer Use Proper Posture Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure Eye PositionHand Position Use Time Break Time Volume Control Headphones and SpeakersCheck your volume first to listen to music Illumination Overview Front View Touch buttons for corresponding models only Right View Left View Ear-set / headset Access or charge a USB deviceMicrophone Chargeable USB What is a chargeable USB port? USB device accessing and charging functions are supported Turning the computer on Press the Power button to turn the computer onTurning the Computer On and Off About Windows Activation Turning the computer off Charms menu appears when you place your mouseClick Settings Power Shut down Purchased operating system Chapter Using Windows What is Microsoft Windows 8? Displaying Help Screen At a Glance Device and SettingsDesktop Switches to Desktop mode Camera Start Screen Desktop Displaying Documents and Files Using the Charms Activating the Charms Icon Name Function Description Click the Charms Settings Changing the SettingsChange PC settings Network Starting/Exiting an App Using AppsUsing Apps Displaying Currently Running Apps Click Start screen right-click your mouse button Adding/Removing an App to/from the Start ScreenEx If you run the Weather App Store App at the same time Click Users Your account Switch to a Microsoft account Using the Windows StoreConfiguring your Microsoft Account Continue after registering your Microsoft Account Windows Hot Key Function Learning about Basic Touch Screen Operations Using a Touch ScreeningUsing a Touch Screen Touch screen models only Touch Operation Function Description Screen, the corresponding capability is activated Displays the last run AppSlightly press with your finger to select an item Touching and dragging Target or more detailed information Touch OperationZooms in or out of the target Your mouse Calibrating the Screen Using the Tablet PC Input Panel Entering Characters Panel Press the keys to enter your characters Press the Handwriting Mode iconPress the Touch keyboard icon Using a Touch Screen Touch screen models only Chapter Using the computer Example Wireless mouse Using a wireless keyboard/mouse OptionalInstalling the wireless receiver Wireless signal Wireless keyboard Directional keys Battery replacement LEDWindows Key Connect button Fn Lock On green LED lit Shortcut KeysShortcut Keys To restart the computer, press the Power button Adjust the volumeSwitch to power saving mode Shortcut keys Function Description Drag function Double-click functionRight click function Scroll function Disconnect the wireless receiver from the main body If the wireless keyboard does not workIf the indicator blinks, you need to replace the battery Then reconnect it If the wireless mouse does not work Check if the device works properly Using hand gestures Optional Then, click Gesture Control Recognized when the palm-shaped icon Tips Gestures Hand Motions Using the card Multi Card Slot Optional Following message appears on the top right. Click to To remove a memory cardMemory Card Naming Remove the card as following depending on the model Format To format a memory cardClick the Windows Explorer SDIOSecure Digital Input Output is not supported Monitor mode Using the product as a monitorReturning to PC mode Press the touch button Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment Program Adjusting the VolumeUsing the touch button Using the Sound Recorder Using SoundAlive Optional Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Samsung Computer’s Defective LCD pixel management standard Switching the picture modeInstructions for Cleaning the LCD Connect the LAN cable to the wired LAN port Wired NetworkConnecting to the Wired LAN Protocols Operating System InstalledNetwork settings have been completed Using the WOL Wake On LAN function Left menu pane Screen figures and terms may differ depending on the model Wireless Network OptionalWhat is an Access Point AP? Connections icon, a list of available APs appears Connecting to a Wireless LANIf you click the Charms menu Settings Connecting the TV Antenna Using the TV OptionalConfiguring the TV Using the TV Optional Home TV Program MenuElectronic Recorded TV program Watching TV Creating a recording schedule Recording TVRecording the current program You can record a TV program on your computer Playing a recorded program Click Home Recorded TV Using the Remote Control Optional Installing the batteries Using the Remote Control Optional Initializing the TPM chip Setting Up the TPMInstalling the TPM program Registering the TPM program Initializing the TPM chip TPM Status to Clear Using the TPM Security Device Optional Installing the TPM program Method Security authentication settings begin with PasswordInfineon Security Platform Solution Security Platform Bottom right corner. Then, click Encrypting a file folder Using the TPM programThis dialog box only appears when the folder is encrypted Double-click an encrypted folder file Opening an encrypted folder fileDecrypting an encrypted folder file Click OK If you have not selected the option during the registration When the virtual drive PSD does not appearFrom the pop-up menu Original data files are not encrypted Click Personal Secure Drive Contents. and click NextDeleting the virtual drive Create/Manage TPM chip initialization process Control Panel Programs Uninstall a programClick the Start Computer Drive C ProgramData Camera+ Using the Multimedia App OptionalThird-party software related services Player+ Position Using the S Camera+ appPrecautions while taking a picture or video Or Gallery app Using the PhotoStudio app Using the S Player+ app SideSync Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone OptionalSamsung Kies HomeSync Lite Samsung Software Update Bottom right corner Then, click SW Update Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting Then, click Support Center Using the Security Slot Chapter Settings and Upgrade Bios Setup Product Setup Menu Description Bios Setup ScreenSetup Menu Setting a Boot Password Setting a Supervisor Password Set the Password on boot item to Enabled Setting a User PasswordSetting Up a Boot Password Supervisor Password item, press Enter Deactivating the PasswordChanging the hard disk drive password Enter Changing the Boot Priority Setup Chapter Troubleshooting Restores the entire Windows drive Recovering/Backing up the Computer OptionalRecovery Introduction You can back up your entire Windows drive If Windows does not start RecoveringSelect a recovery point and click Recover Normally You cannot select a DVD drive Recovering after a BackupBacking up Recovering To copy the external storage disk You need to purchase an external hard USB connectorDisk with the same settings Separately to connect the hard disk and your computer Export Disk Image Function Reinstall Windows again Computer Recovery Function in WindowsRecovery process Files such as your photo, video and music Reinstalling Windows Optional Reinstalling in Windows Upgrade Custom Reinstalling when Windows does not start Install Now Recovery Related Windows 8 Related Q5 How can I install a printer driver?Click the program. Then click uninstall Q1 I cannot find the Start button on the Desktop Screen Settings, type size, color, and so on?How to activate Active Looks smaller Chapter Appendix Setting Up your System Important Safety InformationSafety Instructions Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC Care During Use Laser Safety Replacement Parts and AccessoriesBattery Disposal Laser Safety Note General Requirements Power Cord RequirementsConnect and Disconnect the AC adapter Wireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance Statements Explosive Device Proximity Warning USA and Canada Safety Requirements and NoticesUnited States of America Use On Aircraft Caution Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless NetworkUnintentional Emitter per FCC Part Intentional emitter per FCC Part If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band Health and safety information Intentional Emitter per RSS CanadaUnintentional Emitter per ICES-003 Si l’appareil est équipé d’une bande 2,4 G ou 5 G European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices BrazilEuropean Union European Directives Low band 5.15 5.35 GHz is for indoor use only Dansk ČeskyCzech Danish Polski MagyarHungarian Polish Manufacturer Information Local Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage France GeneralBelgium Applicable in countries with separate collection systems Weee Symbol InformationIndia Only Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program Product Specifications Registered Trademarks Energy Star Partner Glossary Hibernation Mode Firewall Partition Network AdministratorNotification Area Protocol Server Sleep ModeSdxc Secure Digital eXtended Capacity Share Index AOT