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Samsung NP30RP1PD4/SEK, NP30RP54C2/SEG manual What is partition configuration?, What is Format?

Models: NP30TPD1C6/SEK NP30RP1BDU/SEK NP30THJFT8/SER NP30RH53ZC/SER NP30RH1KCW/SER NP30DHECA6/SER NP30RP1BDU/SES NP30RP11X6/SEF NP30RH4HSJ/SER NP30DHECA6/SEK NP30PRC002/SES NP30RP125N/SEF NP30RH1D54/SEG NP30THKBY6/SER NP30RP1BDU/SER NP30BH2D1L/SEK NP30BH0G98/SER NP30TPCYZY/SEK NP30RP1PD4/SEK NP30PRC004/SER NP30TPHUV0/SEF NP30PRC001/SES NP30RH44KL/SES NP30RP1BDU/SEG NP30RP44U2/SEG NP30RP1H5C/SES NP30TPJHX8/SEF NP30PRT002/SEF NP30RP54C2/SEG NP30RP53ZC/SEK NP30RH1D54/SES NP30RP4W4G/SEF NP30RH1850/CHN NP30TPCZ14/SEK NP30BH2D1L/SER NP30RP1HJ2/SEF NP30BH0A9Y/SEK NP30PRK000/SEK NP30RP4VZL/SEK NP30RH1PD4/SER NP30BH0A9Y/SER NP30TPCUBL/SEK NP30RP1KCW/SEK NP30RH6LTC/SEG NP30RP0EAU/SIL NP30RH2GHQ/SHK NP30RP1656/SEF NP30PRT001/SEF NP30RH45TY/SEG NP30BH2R06/SEK NP30RH4VZL/SER NP30RH45UN/SES NP30RP1K4J/SES NP30THQCKC/SES NP30RP1BDU/SEF NP30RH44U2/SEK NP30RP4HWQ/SEF NP30RH1D54/SEF NP30RP46FY/SES NP30RP1D9C/SEF

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3.The description for the standard installation appears. Click Yes. The installation starts, and the system will be restarted after a while.

4.After the system has restarted, the message ’Press any key to boot from CD’ appears. Do not press any key at this time. After a while the partition configuration screen appears.

To not change the partition, press <Enter>.

What is partition configuration?

Partition configuration is a function that devides the hard disk drive into one or several partitions. Note that changing the partition deletes all of the data on the hard disk drive.

5.Select the desired file system (format).

To maintain the current file system, press <Enter>.

What is Format?

Format is an operation that initializes the hard disk drive. Since formatting operation deletes all content on the hard disk drive, use Format with great care.

6.Select the folder to install the Windows operating system.

To delete the previous version of Windows and install in the current folder, press <L> on the keyboard.

Note that selecting ’Use another folder to install’ creates a new windows folder and installs Windows in dual boot mode.

7.The Windows XP installation wizard appears. Proceed with the installation according to the instructions provided by the Windows XP installation wizard. When the installation is completed, the computer will restart.

8.After the system has restarted, the message 'Press any key to boot from CD' appears. Do not press any key at this time.

The Windows installation has been completed. Remove the system recovery CD, and insert the system software CD into the CR-ROM drive to install the device drivers and programs.

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Macrovision Statement Safety Instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Replacement Parts and Accessories Battery DisposalCare During Use General Requirements Laser SafetyPower Cord Requirements Laser Safety NoteRegulatory Compliance Statements Wireless GuidancePage Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part United States of AmericaIntentional emitter per FCC Part FCC Part FCC Statement for Wireless LAN useRegulatory Compliance Statements Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 CanadaIntentional Emitter per RSS Regulatory Compliance Statements European Directives European UnionRegulatory Compliance Statements Keyboard Conventions Using Your DocumentationManual Documentation Conventions Information IconsWindows Conventions Software User DocumentationCD-ROM Device Naming Convention Touchpad ConventionsIntroducing Your Computer Getting StartedFront View Left View Right ViewBottom View Back ViewClick Turn Off Computer Turning the Computer On and OffTo turn on the computer To turn off the computerGetting Started Using the Keyboard Using the Numeric Keypad Fn Key Key Name Key Function Combinations Esc Using Special Function KeysGetting Started Using the Touchpad Action Function Process Scroll Using Wireless LAN/Bluetooth Button What is Bluetooth?Hot Keys Changing the Hot Key Setting Status indicators show the status of computer functions Reading the Status IndicatorsBad pixels in the LCD Adjusting LCD BrightnessTo save the battery charge Maintenance InstructionsTo adjust using keyboard Adjusting the VolumeTo adjust using volume control program Understanding the Desktop Introducing WindowsMy Computer Understanding the Start MenuClick Start My Computer Understanding a WindowWindows XP Tour Help and Support CenterClick Start Help and Support To eject a CD Using the ComputerUsing the CD Drive To insert a CDEmergency Eject Hole To clean a CD or DVD titleTo play a DVD To play a video CD To use the Windows Media PlayerTo write data on a CD Option For more information on creating an audio CD For more information on writing CDsTo write data to a DVD To replace the drive without turning off the computer Using the Multi-BayTo remove a Pcmcia card Using the Pcmcia Card SlotBefore using the Pcmcia slot, remove the slot protector To insert a Pcmcia cardRestriction in Using Memory Stick Using Memory Card SlotTo insert and use a memory card To format a memory card To remove a memory cardTo protect the data in the memory card Using the Computer Connecting with a Modem Connecting to the InternetBefore Start Click Start Control Panel Connecting Through a Wired LANTo use a static IP To use DhcpTo use both Dhcp and static IP simultaneously What is an Access Point AP? Connecting Through a Wireless LAN OptionAccess Point To turn off the Wireless LANConnecting to an Access Point AP Checking the connection status Connecting to computer-to-computer networks peer-to-peer orWireless Networks tab, click Add Click Advanced On the Wireless Network tab, click AdvancedConnecting to the Internet Connecting to the configured computer Checking the connection status To disable the Intel Configuration Service window afterward Using Wireless Networks in Other Operating SystemsSecurity Settings To connect to an Access PointTo create a computer-to-computer Ad Hoc network What is a network name SSID?Connecting to the Internet Sharing files or folders Using Network ServicesConfiguring Sharing If your computer is a member of another workgroup Sharing PrintersClick Add a printer Configuring Printer SharingPage Sharing an Internet Connection Configuring Internet SharingChecking the Shared Internet Connection Another computer icon Infrared Communication OptionalTo establish infrared connection To transmit data through infrared communicationIf you cannot use infrared communication 1. Check Bios setup Bios Caution Using System SetupCustomizing Your Computer Menu Function Starting System SetupChanging Booting Priority On the Set Supervisor Password item, press Enter Configuring the PasswordSetting the Supervisor Password Setting the User PasswordActivating the Hard Disk Drive Password Activating the Booting PasswordDeactivating the Password When you have completed configuration, click Apply Configuring Resolution and Colour DepthSwitching Display Devices Using the Shortcut Key Using External Display DevicesUsing Dual View to View Extended Screen Primary To move a window between display devices in Dual View mode Deactivating Dual View ModeStandby vs. Hibernation Using Power Management OptionsBasic Power Management Schemes System ManagementHibernate Mode Power Management or Manual Method Frequent Interruptions If You Reinstall WindowsRest Key Advanced Power Management Schemes Ejecting and Attaching Battery Using the BatteryUsing the battery Monitoring the Battery ChargeBattery Warning Calibration Notes Battery CalibrationUpgrading Memory Module To remove a memory module Using the Security Lock Port Replacing the Hard Disk Drive After replacing the hard disk Tips for Using Your Computer If you are travelling by air, follow these tips Travelling with Your ComputerHandling Spills Air TravelStoring the Computer for Long Periods Questions and Answers TroubleshootingSystem Recovery Precaution Q2 The system freezes during program operation Questions and AnswersWindows Related Q1 The system does not shutdown properlyQ3 The screen blinks or displays noise for a short time Q6 The image is skewed or broken when in Dual View modeDisplay Related Q1 The LCD screen is blankSystem does not support OSD display when in DOS mode 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? Page Q1 Wake On LAN function Wired LAN RelatedWireless LAN Related Page Page Troubleshooting Page Q4 The running speed of a game is too slow or fast Games and Programs RelatedRestoring the System Creating a Restore PointReturning your computer to an earlier restore point Undoing the last restoration Installing drivers Reinstalling SoftwareRunning the system software CD Installing programs Reinstalling Windows Reinstalling Windows XPWhat is Format? What is partition configuration?If You Cannot Run Windows Press any key to boot from CDSystem Specification SpecificationsProduct Specification Wireless LAN Specification OptionalRadio Specifications Regulatory Notice for Channel Use in France Abbreviations Pcmcia Glossary COM port DMA direct memory accessCardBus Cmos memoryLCD liquid-crystal display Hard driveAddress IRQ interrupt request linePC slot RAM random access memoryResolution PC CardTFT thin film transistor LCD Shadow RAMRegistering Windows Using WindowsLocations of Programs folder and Control Panel To Playback Audio or Video CD Introducing Windows