Chapter Using the computer | Samsung NP275E5E-K01US instruction

Chapter 3. Using the computer

Keyboard	41
Touchpad	44
CD Drive (ODD, Optional)	48
Multi Card Slot	49
Connecting an External Display Device	52
Adjusting the Volume	57
LCD Brightness Control	59
Wired Network	60
Wireless Network (Optional)	63
Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)	65
Samsung Software Update	74
Diagnosing the Computer Status and
Troubleshooting	75
Using the Security Slot	76

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Samsung NP275E5E-K01US manual Chapter Using the computer

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User Guide Contents Chapter Getting Started Before You Start Using the software Text Notations Safety Precaution NotationsCopyright OS and Software Support About Memory Capacity Representation About the Product Capacity Representation StandardAbout the capacity representation of the storage Installation Related Safety PrecautionsKeep the plastic bags out of the reach of children There is a danger of suffocation Do not touch the main plug or power cord with wet hands Power RelatedDo not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only 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 There is a danger of an explosion or fire Usage Related This may result in harming or burning your skin Upgrade RelatedNever disassemble the power supply or AC adapter Failure to do so may cause electric shock Security and Movement Related Dispose of worn-out batteries properly Use only a battery authorized by Samsung ElectronicsDo not place a heavy object over the product Do not drop or knock the product Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part Check CDs for cracks and damage prior to use Do not insert your fingers into the PC Card Slot Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or device Carefully touch a part or device of the productUse parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself Safety Precautions When Using the AC Power Plug Using the Power Supply in an Airplane When Using the Airplane Charging Coverter When Using the Auto Adapter Proper Posture Proper Posture During Computer Use Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure Eye PositionHand Position Check your volume first to listen to music Volume Control Headphones and SpeakersUse Time Break Time Illumination Front View Overview Power Status IndicatorsFn Lock Caps Lock Camera, etc Right ViewCD Drive ODD Plays CD or DVD titles Left View Battery Battery LatchesBottom View Compartment Cover Turning the Computer On and Off Adjusting the screen brightnessTurning the computer on About Windows Activation Turning the computer off Click Settings Power Shut downPurchased operating system Save all your data before clicking on Shut down Chapter Using Windows Displaying Help What is Microsoft Windows 8? Desktop Switches to Desktop mode Camera Device and SettingsScreen At a Glance Start Screen Displaying Documents and Files To switch to the Start screenDesktop Activating the Charms Using the Charms Change PC settings Changing the SettingsNetwork Brightness Using Apps Using AppsStarting/Exiting an App Displaying Currently Running Apps Adding/Removing an App to/from the Start Screen Running Two Apps at the Same TimeClick Start screen right-click your mouse button Click Pin to start Or Unpin from Start Configuring your Microsoft Account Using the Windows StoreClick Users Your Account Switch to a Microsoft account Continue after registering your Microsoft Account Windows Hot Key Function Chapter Using the computer Shortcut Keys KeyboardShortcut Keys Name Function Performs the right-click mouse function touchpad SettingsOther Function Keys Basic Touchpad Functions TouchpadClick Function Moving the cursor on the screen Drag Function Configuring the Gesture FunctionRight Button Function Charms Menu Activating Function Scroll FunctionZoom Functions Displaying Additional Menus of a Currently Running App Desktop Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Touchpad Auto-locking when connecting USB mouseTouchpad On/Off Function Last Run Window Opening Function To eject a CD when the CD drive does not work or Using CD Drive Memory Card Naming Multi Card SlotExample SD Card Direction To remove a memory cardFollowing message appears on the top right Click to open the folder and click View Files Click the Windows Explorer To format a memory cardDesktop Format About the connection cable Connecting an External Display Device Connecting to the monitor port Optional Connecting through the Hdmi port Optional Adding programs for PowerXpress graphics technology Using AMD Graphics Effectively optional Select 3D Settings Manage 3D settings in the left pane Using Nvidia graphics more efficiently optionalSelect the Program Settings tab Have to register the program in the Nvidia Panel Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment Program Using the Sound Recorder Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Using SoundAliveRight-click over the Speakers and select Properties Select the SoundAlive tab and select one of the modes LCD Brightness Control Controlling the Brightness Using the Keyboard Connect the LAN cable to the wired LAN port Wired NetworkConnecting to the Wired LAN Protocols Network settings have been completed Left menu pane Using the WOL Wake On LAN function Screen figures and terms may differ depending on the model Wireless Network OptionalWhat is an Access Point AP? If you click the Charms menu Settings Network Connecting to a Wireless LAN Initializing the TPM chip Using the TPM Security Device OptionalSetting Up the TPM Press the F10 key to save the changes Initializing the TPM chipRepeatedly Method Using the TPM Security Device OptionalInstalling the TPM program Registering the TPM program Select TPM Host SW and click InstallAll apps Click System Software Encrypting a file folder Using the TPM program User authentication window, enter the Basic user This dialog box only appears when the folder is encryptedPassword you entered when registering the user and click Range to apply the encryption to and click OK Bottom right corner Decrypting an encrypted folder file Right-click over the Security Platform When the virtual drive PSD is not loadedFrom the pop-up menu TPM chip Deleting the virtual drive Samsung Software Update Diagnosing Diagnosing the Computer Status and TroubleshootingCenter Using the Security Slot Chapter Settings and Upgrade Product Bios Setup Setup Menu Description Bios Setup ScreenSetup Menu Help Setting a Supervisor Password Setting a Boot Password Setting Up a Boot Password Setting a User PasswordSetting up a Hard Disk Drive Password Optional Set the Password on boot item to Enabled Enter Deactivating the PasswordSupervisor Password item, press Enter Select the Boot menu in the Bios Setup Changing the Boot PriorityPress Enter on the Boot Device Priority item Press the F10 key to save the settings and exit Setup Adding or Replacing Memory Modules Upgrading Memory Removing a memory module If the memory does not fit easily, push the memory moduleDown while pulling the memory module latches outward Installing/Removing the Battery BatteryBattery Battery latches move inwards and fix the battery Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge Charging the BatteryConfirming the battery charge in the Taskbar Battery Usage Time Information Using the power management program Extending the Battery Usage TimeDecreasing the LCD Brightness Options Move to the Boot Smart Battery Calibration item using Using the Battery Calibration FunctionSetup screen Chapter Troubleshooting Recovery Introduction Recovering/Backing up the Computer OptionalRestores the entire Windows drive Function Description If Windows is running RecoveringIf Windows does not start You cannot select a DVD drive Recovering after a BackupBacking up Recovering Start Recovery and click Disk copy You need to purchase an external hard USB connectorWith the same configuration as the old one To copy the external storage disk Export Disk Image Function Recovery process Computer Recovery Function in WindowsReinstall Windows again Files such as your photo, video and music On the relevant item Reinstalling Windows Optional Custom Upgrade Install Now Reinstalling when Windows does not start Q1 What is a Recovery Area? Recovery RelatedSpecifications Capacity representation of the hard disk Recovery program? Q3 What is a recovery image?Windows 8 Related Q1 I cannot find the Start button on the Desktop Click the program. Then click uninstall Q5 How can I install a printer driver?Settings, type size, color, and so on? How to activate Active Hdmi port does not fit the screen Display RelatedFor Intel graphics cards For AMD graphics cards Existing Windows systems Sound RelatedOthers Chapter Appendix Setting Up your System Important Safety InformationSafety Instructions Care During Use Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC Battery Disposal Replacement Parts and AccessoriesLaser Safety Laser Safety Note General Requirements Power Cord RequirementsConnect and Disconnect the AC adapter Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance 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 If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band Intentional emitter per FCC Part 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 Low band 5.15 5.35 GHz is for indoor use only European Directives Czech ČeskyDansk Danish Hungarian MagyarPolski Polish Local Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage Manufacturer Information France GeneralBelgium Applicable in countries with separate collection systems Weee Symbol InformationIndia Only Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program Product Specifications Energy Star Partner Registered Trademarks Glossary Firewall Hibernation Mode Notification Area Network AdministratorPartition Protocol Server Sleep ModeShare Shared Folder Index