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Samsung NM40TJ0MG9/SEF, NM40PRDV02/SEF manual Understanding the Start Menu, Introducing Windows

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Understanding the Start Menu

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(s), 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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Samsung NM40TJ0MG9/SEF, NM40PRDV02/SEF, NM40PRCV01/SEF, NM40PRTV02/SEF Understanding the Start Menu, Introducing Windows

Contents

Notices Macrovision StatementSafety Instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Replacement Parts and Accessories Battery DisposalCare During Use General Requirements Laser SafetyPower Cord Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countriesWireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance Statements802.11b Restrictions Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part United States of AmericaIntentional emitter per FCC Part FCC Part FCC Statement for Wireless LAN useNo repairs may be done by the customer Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 CanadaIntentional Emitter per RSS Telecommunications per DOC notice for products fitted with an IC-compliant modemEuropean Radio Approval Information European UnionEuropean Directives for products fitted with EU-approved radio devicesfor products fitted with EU-approved modems European States qualified under wireless approvals EU Accept EUEuropean Telecommunication Information European States with restrictions on use EU Accept EUInformation Icons Using Your DocumentationManual Documentation Conventions Keyboard ConventionsCD-ROM Device Naming Convention Software User DocumentationTouchpad Conventions Front View Getting StartedIntroducing Your Computer Getting StartedLeft View Right View4 Users Manual Back View Bottom ViewTo turn off the computer Turning the Computer On and OffTo turn on 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 Using the Keyboard The keys on the keyboard can be grouped into the following categoriesUsing the Numeric Keypad Num Lock LEDUsing Special Function Keys 10 Users ManualGetting Started F11/Num LockUsing the Touchpad 12 Users ManualFunction You can perform various actions with your touchpad as described belowAction ProcessProcess ActionFunction 14 Users ManualUsing Wireless LAN Button Hot KeysThe Status Indicator of Wireless LAN button Changing the Hot Key Setting Function Reading the Status IndicatorsName Getting StartedAdjusting LCD Brightness To adjust using keyboard Adjusting the VolumeTo adjust using volume control program Understanding the Desktop Introducing Windows20 Users Manual Understanding the Start Menu Introducing WindowsUnderstanding a Window Click Start My ComputerWindows XP Tour Or click Start All Programs Accessories Tour Windows XPHelp and Support Center Click Start Help and SupportTo insert a CD Using the ComputerUsing the CD Drive To eject a CDEmergency Eject Hole To use the Windows Media PlayerTo clean a CD or DVD title To play a DVDTo write data on a CD To play a video CD3. Click Start My Computer 5. Click Write these files to CD in the CD drive window Enjoying Home Theater S/PDIF Port Step 2. Configuring the digital sound output on the computer Step 1. Connect 5.1 channel speaker system to your computerStep 3. Enable S/PDIF in the DVD program Using the PCMCIA Card Slot To insert a PCMCIA cardTo remove a PCMCIA card Using the Memory Stick Slot To remove a memory stick in Windows To format Memory Stick ProTo protect data in a memory stick To use a Memory Stick DuoUsing Samsung Theme Connecting with a Modem Connecting to the InternetBefore Start 2. Click Start Control Panel Connecting Through a Wired LANConnecting to the Internet To use both DHCP and static IP simultaneously 7. To use DHCPTo use a static IP 38 Users ManualUsing Samsung Network Manager To configure network settingTo change network places 5. Click Close to close the dialog box Connecting to the Internet2. Click Change, select a place icon then click Change Example changing to OfficeConnecting Through a Wireless LAN Option 1 Access Point APConnecting to an Access Point AP What is an Access Point AP?Now you are connected to the AP, and you can access the network Checking the connection statusStep 1. Setting up a computer-to-computer network Connecting to computer-to-computer networks peer-to-peer orad hoc 5. In the Wireless Networks tab, click Add 2. Click Advanced 3. On the Wireless Network tab, click Advanced46 Users Manual Connecting to the Internet Step 2. Connecting to the configured computer 48 Users ManualThe 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 Step 1. Installing the wireless LAN configuration program PROSet Wireless Network Setup Using the Wireless LAN Setup ProgramStep 2. Using the wireless LAN configuration program PROSet Connecting to the Internet To connect to an Access PointSecurity Settings 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 Using Network Services Sharing files or foldersStep 1. Configuring Sharing Step 2. Using Shared Files or Folders Sharing PrintersStep 2. Adding and Using a Shared Printer Step 1. Configuring Printer Sharing2. Click Add a printer 5. Select Browse for a printer, and click Next Sharing an Internet connection through a wireless network Step 1. Configuring Internet SharingStep 2. Checking the Shared Internet Connection Using System Setup Customizing Your ComputerTable 3. System Setup Navigation Keys Starting System SetupTable 2. System Setup Menus 62 Users ManualChanging Booting Priority 2. Press Enter on Boot Device Priority itemSetting the User Password Configuring the PasswordSetting the Supervisor Password 2. On the Set Supervisor Password item, press EnterActivating the Hard Disk Drive Password Activating the Booting PasswordDeactivating the Password Configuring Resolution and Colour Depth Using External Display Devices Switching Display Devices Using the Shortcut KeyUsing Dual View to View Extended Screen 68 Users ManualDeactivating Dual View Mode To move a window between display devices in Dual View modeTo enter the power management window complete the following Using Power Management OptionsBasic Power Management Schemes 1. Click Start Control Panel Performance and MaintenanceHibernate Mode Power Management or Manual Method Turn off monitor Turn off hard disks System standby System hibernatesStandby Mode Power Management or Manual Method 5. Click OK to set your power management options and close the window1. Click Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Advanced Power Management SchemesTo enter the power management window complete the following Advanced Tab Power & Sleep Button Programming WindowsUsing the Battery Ejecting and Attaching BatteryTo monitor on the battery Monitoring the Battery ChargeTo monitor using a shortcut key Using the bridge batteryBattery Calibration Upgrading Memory Removing the memory moduleAdding a memory module 78 Users ManualUsing the Security Lock Port Tips for Using Your Computer 80 Users ManualAir Travel Travelling with Your ComputerHandling Spills If you are travelling by air, follow these tipsStoring the Computer for Long Periods 82 Users ManualFrequently Asked Questions TroubleshootingQuestions and Answers Reinstalling SoftwareQ1 The system does not shutdown properly Questions and AnswersWindows Related Q2 The system freezes during program operationDisplay Related Q1 The LCD screen is blankQ11 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 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? 90 Users Manual Wired LAN Related Q1 Wake On LAN functionWireless LAN Related Check the AP Settings Q4 I cannot connect to the AP Check the Computer 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 Q3 A game runs only in small screen format Games and Programs RelatedQ1 3D game is not executed, or some functions are not working 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 Creating a Restore Point Restoring the SystemReturning your computer to an earlier restore point Undoing the last restoration Installing drivers Reinstalling SoftwareRunning the system software CD Installing programs Reinstalling Windows XP Reinstalling WindowsTo not change the partition, press Enter Press any key to boot from CD If You Cannot Run WindowsSystem Specification Specifications110 Users Manual Product Specification Wireless LAN Specification OptionalIntelR PRO/Wireless LAN 2100 3B Mini PCI Adapter Radio SpecificationsProduct Specification IntelR PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network ConnectionRegulatory Notice for Channel Use in France Detailed SpecificationsRadio Specifications Regulatory Notice for Channel Use in FranceGigabytes AbbreviationsCD-ROM hourPCMCIA Boot disk BIOSBoot GlossaryCMOS memory DMA direct memory accessCardBus COM portIRQ interrupt request line Hard driveI/O address LCD liquid-crystal displayPC Card RAM random access memoryResolution PC slotTFT thin film transistor LCD Shadow RAM120 Users Manual Registering Windows Using WindowsLocations of Programs folder and Control Panel To Playback Audio or Video CD Introducing WindowsWriting Data to CD Applicable to the model equipping with CD-RW