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Samsung NM40TP0MG9/SEF manual Introducing Windows, Understanding the Desktop, Users Manual

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Introducing Windows

Introducing Windows

Understanding the Desktop

The desktop is the working area on the computer. It consists of the large workspace and a taskbar at the bottom.

Shortcut

Icons

Start Menu

Start Button

Recycle Bin

Language Bar

Taskbar

System Tray with Clock

Start Button	Opens the Start menu.

Taskbar	Displays programs that are currently running. Frequently used
	icons can be placed here.

Recycle Bin	Deleted files or folders are sent here.

Language Bar	Switches text input language.

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Samsung NM40TP0MG9/SEF, NM40PRDV02/SEF, NM40PRCV01/SEF manual Introducing Windows, Understanding the Desktop, Users Manual

Contents

Macrovision Statement NoticesImportant Safety Information Safety InstructionsSetting Up your System Battery Disposal Replacement Parts and AccessoriesCare During Use Power Cord Requirements Laser SafetyGeneral Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countriesRegulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance802.11b Restrictions United States of America Unintentional Emitter per FCC PartIntentional emitter per FCC Part FCC Statement for Wireless LAN use FCC PartNo repairs may be done by the customer Canada Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003Intentional Emitter per RSS for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem Telecommunications per DOC noticeEuropean Directives European UnionEuropean Radio Approval Information for products fitted with EU-approved radio devicesEuropean Telecommunication Information European States qualified under wireless approvals EU Accept EUfor products fitted with EU-approved modems European States with restrictions on use EU Accept EUManual Documentation Conventions Using Your DocumentationInformation Icons Keyboard ConventionsSoftware User Documentation CD-ROM Device Naming ConventionTouchpad Conventions Introducing Your Computer Getting StartedFront View Getting StartedRight View Left View4 Users Manual Bottom View Back ViewTo turn on the computer Turning the Computer On and OffTo turn off the computer 2. Click Turn Off Computer 3. Click Turn OffIf the computer does not turn off properly due to a system error, press Ctrl+Alt+Delete. When Windows Task Manager dialog box appears, click Shut Down Turn Off to turn off the computer. Your unsaved work may be lost/damaged The keys on the keyboard can be grouped into the following categories Using the KeyboardNum Lock LED Using the Numeric Keypad10 Users Manual Using Special Function KeysF11/Num Lock Getting Started12 Users Manual Using the TouchpadAction You can perform various actions with your touchpad as described belowFunction ProcessFunction ActionProcess 14 Users ManualHot Keys Using Wireless LAN ButtonThe Status Indicator of Wireless LAN button Changing the Hot Key Setting Name Reading the Status IndicatorsFunction Getting StartedAdjusting LCD Brightness Adjusting the Volume To adjust using keyboardTo adjust using volume control program Introducing Windows Understanding the Desktop20 Users Manual Introducing Windows Understanding the Start MenuClick Start My Computer Understanding a WindowHelp and Support Center Or click Start All Programs Accessories Tour Windows XPWindows XP Tour Click Start Help and SupportUsing the CD Drive Using the ComputerTo insert a CD To eject a CDTo clean a CD or DVD title To use the Windows Media PlayerEmergency Eject Hole To play a DVDTo play a video CD To write data on a CD3. Click Start My Computer 5. Click Write these files to CD in the CD drive window Enjoying Home Theater S/PDIF Port Step 1. Connect 5.1 channel speaker system to your computer Step 2. Configuring the digital sound output on the computerStep 3. Enable S/PDIF in the DVD program To insert a PCMCIA card Using the PCMCIA Card SlotTo remove a PCMCIA card Using the Memory Stick Slot To protect data in a memory stick To format Memory Stick ProTo remove a memory stick in Windows To use a Memory Stick DuoUsing Samsung Theme Connecting to the Internet Connecting with a ModemBefore Start Connecting Through a Wired LAN 2. Click Start Control PanelConnecting to the Internet To use a static IP 7. To use DHCPTo use both DHCP and static IP simultaneously 38 Users ManualTo configure network setting Using Samsung Network ManagerTo change network places 2. Click Change, select a place icon then click Change Connecting to the Internet5. Click Close to close the dialog box Example changing to Office1 Access Point AP Connecting Through a Wireless LAN OptionWhat is an Access Point AP? Connecting to an Access Point APChecking the connection status Now you are connected to the AP, and you can access the networkConnecting to computer-to-computer networks peer-to-peer or Step 1. Setting up a computer-to-computer networkad hoc 2. Click Advanced 3. On the Wireless Network tab, click Advanced 5. In the Wireless Networks tab, click Add46 Users Manual Connecting to the Internet 48 Users Manual Step 2. Connecting to the configured computerThe two computers are connected and are able to communicate with each other. When the computers are connected, the Wireless Network Connection message is displayed for a short time over the Wireless Network Connection icon of the two computers Wireless Network Setup Using the Wireless LAN Setup Program Step 1. Installing the wireless LAN configuration program PROSetStep 2. Using the wireless LAN configuration program PROSet Security Settings To connect to an Access PointConnecting to the Internet 1. Click Scan in the Networks tabTo create a computer-to-computer Ad Hoc network 3. Configure password setting to be used for computer-to-computer network connection in the Security Settings window Sharing files or folders Using Network ServicesStep 1. Configuring Sharing Sharing Printers Step 2. Using Shared Files or FoldersStep 1. Configuring Printer Sharing Step 2. Adding and Using a Shared Printer2. Click Add a printer 5. Select Browse for a printer, and click Next Step 1. Configuring Internet Sharing Sharing an Internet connection through a wireless networkStep 2. Checking the Shared Internet Connection Customizing Your Computer Using System SetupTable 2. System Setup Menus Starting System SetupTable 3. System Setup Navigation Keys 62 Users Manual2. Press Enter on Boot Device Priority item Changing Booting PrioritySetting the Supervisor Password Configuring the PasswordSetting the User Password 2. On the Set Supervisor Password item, press EnterActivating the Booting Password Activating the Hard Disk Drive PasswordDeactivating the Password Configuring Resolution and Colour Depth Switching Display Devices Using the Shortcut Key Using External Display Devices68 Users Manual Using Dual View to View Extended ScreenTo move a window between display devices in Dual View mode Deactivating Dual View ModeBasic Power Management Schemes Using Power Management OptionsTo enter the power management window complete the following 1. Click Start Control Panel Performance and MaintenanceTurn off monitor Turn off hard disks System standby System hibernates Hibernate Mode Power Management or Manual Method5. Click OK to set your power management options and close the window Standby Mode Power Management or Manual MethodTo enter the power management window complete the following Advanced Power Management Schemes1. Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Advanced Tab Power & Sleep Button Programming WindowsEjecting and Attaching Battery Using the BatteryTo monitor using a shortcut key Monitoring the Battery ChargeTo monitor on the battery Using the bridge batteryBattery Calibration Removing the memory module Upgrading Memory78 Users Manual Adding a memory moduleUsing the Security Lock Port 80 Users Manual Tips for Using Your ComputerHandling Spills Travelling with Your ComputerAir Travel If you are travelling by air, follow these tips82 Users Manual Storing the Computer for Long PeriodsQuestions and Answers TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Reinstalling SoftwareWindows Related Questions and AnswersQ1 The system does not shutdown properly Q2 The system freezes during program operationQ1 The LCD screen is blank Display RelatedQ11 A DVD or MPEG file is displayed only on the LCD screen Q12 When I connected a TV, some programs, such as Mem, do not run properly in Full-DOS Screen 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? 90 Users Manual Q1 Wake On LAN function Wired LAN RelatedWireless LAN Related Q4 I cannot connect to the AP Check the Computer Settings Check the AP SettingsQ3 I cannot share an Internet connection A1 A2 A5 Verify whether the AP has been properly connected to the network A3 Initialize the device driver 96 Users Manual A3 If the AP is configured to ’Use network authentication Shared Key’ 98 Users Manual Q1 3D game is not executed, or some functions are not working Games and Programs RelatedQ3 A game runs only in small screen format Q5 Fn+F4/ Key combination does not workQ7 Running speed of a game is too slow or fast 1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties Restoring the System Creating a Restore PointReturning your computer to an earlier restore point Undoing the last restoration Reinstalling Software Installing driversRunning the system software CD Installing programs Reinstalling Windows Reinstalling Windows XPTo not change the partition, press Enter If You Cannot Run Windows Press any key to boot from CDSpecifications System Specification110 Users Manual IntelR PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter Wireless LAN Specification OptionalProduct Specification Radio SpecificationsRegulatory Notice for Channel Use in France IntelR PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network ConnectionProduct Specification Detailed SpecificationsRegulatory Notice for Channel Use in France Radio SpecificationsCD-ROM AbbreviationsGigabytes hourPCMCIA Boot BIOSBoot disk GlossaryCardBus DMA direct memory accessCMOS memory COM portI/O address Hard driveIRQ interrupt request line LCD liquid-crystal displayResolution RAM random access memoryPC Card PC slotShadow RAM TFT thin film transistor LCD120 Users Manual Using Windows Registering WindowsLocations of Programs folder and Control Panel Introducing Windows To Playback Audio or Video CDWriting Data to CD Applicable to the model equipping with CD-RW