User Guide
Contents
Chapter Getting Started
Using the software
Before You Start
Safety Precaution Notations
Text Notations
Copyright
OS and Software Support
About the capacity representation of the storage
About the Product Capacity Representation Standard
About Memory Capacity Representation
Safety Precautions
Installation Related
Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children
There is a danger of suffocation
Power Related
Do not touch the main plug or power cord with wet hands
Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only
There is a danger of electric shock or fire
Connect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly
AC Adapter Usage Precautions
Use only the AC adapter supplied with the product
Use an authorized battery and AC adapter only
Battery Usage Related
There is a danger of electric shock or choking
There is a danger of an explosion or fire
Usage Related
There is a danger of electric shock or damage to the product
Upgrade Related
Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter
Removable battery type, remove the external battery
This may result in harming or burning your skin
Security and Movement Related
Do not place a heavy object over the product
Use only a battery authorized by Samsung Electronics
Dispose of worn-out batteries properly
Take care not to drop the product while using it
Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part
Do not insert your fingers into the PC Card Slot
Do not use a damaged or modified CD
Check CDs for cracks and damage prior to use
Take care when touching the product or parts
Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or device
Use parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only
Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself
Safety Precautions
Using the power supply in an airplane
When using the AC power plug
When using the auto adapter
When using the Airplane Charging Converter
Proper Posture During Computer Use
Proper Posture
Hand Position
Eye Position
Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure
Volume Control Headphones and Speakers
Check your volume first to listen to music
Use Time Break Time
Illumination
Overview
Front View
Status Indicators
Power
Off
Illumination
Right View
Left View
USB 3.0 Port
Monitor Port
For Windows XP, the USB 3.0 feature may be restricted
Digital Video/Audio
USB 3.0 Port Are provided
Port can be distinguished by
To the internal battery in the Safety
Bottom View
Memory
Hole
For 15 / 15.6 inch models For 14 inch models
Adjusting the screen brightness
Turning the Computer On and Off
Turning the computer on
About Windows Activation
Click Settings Power Shutdown
Turning the computer off
Purchased operating system
Save all your data before clicking on Shut down
Chapter Using Windows
What is Microsoft Windows 8?
Displaying Help
Device and Settings
Desktop Switches to Desktop mode Camera
Screen At a Glance
Start Screen
Desktop
To switch to the Start screen
Displaying Documents and Files
Using the Charms
Activating the Charms
Changing the Settings
Change PC settings
Network
Brightness
Using Apps
Using Apps
Starting/Exiting an App
Displaying Currently Running Apps
Adding/Removing an App to/from the Start Screen
Running Two Apps at the Same Time
Click Start screen right-click your mouse button
Using the Windows Store
Configuring your Microsoft Account
Continue after registering your Microsoft Account
Charms
Windows Hot Key Function
Chapter Using the computer
Shortcut Keys
Keyboard
Shortcut Keys
Shortcut Keys Name Function
Mute
Controls the volume
That support the keyboard backlight feature
Keyboard Backlight and adjust the backlight brightness
Turns all wireless network devices on or off
Other Function Keys Optional
Eject the CD DVD
Touchpad
Basic Touchpad Functions
Click Function
Moving the cursor on the screen
Right Button Function
Configuring the Gesture Function
Drag Function
Scroll Function
Zoom Functions
Charms Menu Activating Function
Displaying Additional Menus of a Currently Running App
Auto-locking when connecting USB mouse
Desktop Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Touchpad
Touchpad On/Off Function
Last Run Window Opening Function
CD Drive ODD, Optional
Inserting and Ejecting a CD
To eject a disc, press + Delete key combination
Using the card
Multi Card Slot Optional
For 17.3 inch models
Example SD Card
To remove a memory card
Using a Mini SD
For 14 inch models
To format a memory card
Click the Windows Explorer
Desktop
Format
Connecting an External Display Device
Connecting to the monitor port Optional
About the connection cable
Hdmi Cable
Alternatively, to set up dual view
Duplicate
Extend
Second screen only
After connecting a TV through HDMI, you have to configure
Connecting through the Hdmi port Optional
Enjoy both a high visual quality and a high sound quality
Using AMD Graphics Effectively optional
Adding programs for PowerXpress graphics technology
Using Nvidia graphics more efficiently optional
Select 3D Settings Manage 3D settings in the left pane
Select the Program Settings tab
Have to register the program in the Nvidia Panel
Adjusting the Volume
Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard
Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment Program
Using the Sound Recorder
Using SoundAlive Optional
Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound
Controlling the Brightness Using the Keyboard
LCD Brightness Control
Wired Network
Connecting to the Wired LAN
Connect the LAN cable to the wired LAN port
Left menu pane
Network settings have been completed
Protocols
Using the WOL Wake On LAN function
Left menu pane
What is an Access Point AP?
Wireless Network Optional
Screen figures and terms may differ depending on the model
If you click the Charms menu Settings
Connecting to a Wireless LAN
Connections icon, a list of available APs appears
Setting Up the TPM
Using the TPM Security Device Optional
Initializing the TPM chip
Repeatedly
Initializing the TPM chip
Press the F10 key to save the changes
Using the TPM Security Device Optional
Installing the TPM program
Password
Infineon Security Platform Solution Security Platform
Security authentication settings begin with
All apps
Using the TPM program
This dialog box only appears when the folder is encrypted
Encrypting a file folder
Encrypt from the pop-up menu
Opening an encrypted folder file
Double-click an encrypted folder file
Click OK
Folder file opens
When the virtual drive PSD does not appear
Using the virtual drive Personal Secure Drive PSD
Decrypting an encrypted folder file
When the virtual drive PSD is not loaded
Right-click over the Security Platform
From the pop-up menu
TPM chip
Deleting the virtual drive
Using the Multimedia App Optional
Using the S Camera app
Position
Using the S Gallery app
Editing a photo
Tap Charm menu Start Gallery
Select Picture preview
Using the S Player app
Select an effect to be applied to the photo
If you select Draw Tap Charm menu Start S Player
Line preview Color Undo My Music
Sharing content using the AllShare Play app Optional
AllShare Play is especially useful if you want to
AllShare Play at a Glance
Sign up on the AllShare Play website
Sharing content using the AllShare Play app Optional
Setting the device status
Configure PC
Sharing files
Use AllShare Play Play / Transfer / Upload Files
Playing videos or viewing photos on a TV
Transferring a file
Playing a file
Transfer menu
Uploading a file to a SNS
Follow the onscreen instructions to upload the file
Or software programs installed separately by the user
Samsung Software Update
Click Agree
Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting
FAQ for
Diagnosing
Then, click Support Center
Using the Security Slot
Chapter Settings and Upgrade
Turbo Control for corresponding models only
Bios Setup
Product
Setup Menu Help
Bios Setup Screen
Setup Menu Description
Setting a Boot Password
Setting a Supervisor Password
Setting a User Password
Setting Up a Boot Password
Setting up a Hard Disk Drive Password Optional
Set the Password on boot item to Enabled
Supervisor Password item, press Enter
Deactivating the Password
Enter
Changing the Boot Priority
Select the Boot menu in the Bios Setup
Press Enter on the Boot Device Priority item
Press the F10 key to save the settings and exit Setup
Upgrading Memory Optional
Adding or Replacing Memory Modules
Memory Slot
Removing a memory module
Remove the memory module out at an angle of 30 degrees
Battery
Charging the Battery
This computer is equipped with an internal battery
Power input jack of the computer. The battery will start
Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge
Extending the Battery Usage Time
Confirming the battery charge in the Taskbar
Battery Usage Time Information
Using the power management program
Extending the Battery Life Optional
Alternatively, to extend the battery life
Options
Using the Battery Calibration Function
Setup screen
Chapter Troubleshooting
Recovering/Backing up the Computer Optional
Recovery Introduction
Restores the entire Windows drive
Function Description
Recovering
If Windows does not start
If Windows is run
To the User Agreement
Recovering after a Backup
Backing up
To save to
To back up your computer to an external storage device
Recovering
With the same configuration as the old one
Start Recovery and click Disk copy
To copy the external storage disk
Export Disk Image Function
Computer Recovery Function in Windows
Reinstall Windows
Are not kept
General
Reinstalling Windows Optional
Reinstalling in Windows
Upgrade
Custom
Reinstalling when Windows does not start
Install Now
Recovery Related
Q5 How can I install a printer driver?
Click the program. Then click uninstall
Windows 8 Related
Q1 I cannot find the Start button on the Desktop
Settings, type size, color, and so on?
How to activate Active
Sound Related
Display Related
Others
Chapter Appendix
Safety Instructions
Important Safety Information
Setting Up your System
Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC
Care During Use
Replacement Parts and Accessories
Battery Disposal
Laser Safety
Laser Safety Note
Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter
Power Cord Requirements
General Requirements
Wireless Guidance
Regulatory Compliance Statements
United States of America
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices
Explosive Device Proximity Warning
Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part
Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network
Use On Aircraft Caution
Intentional emitter per FCC Part
If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band
Health and safety information
FCC Part 68 If fitted with a modem device
Telephone company may make changes in its facilities
Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003
Canada
Intentional Emitter per RSS
Si l’appareil est équipé d’une bande 2,4 G ou 5 G
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Brazil
European Union
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices
European Directives
Česky
Czech
Dansk
Danish
Ελληνική
Greek
Français
French
Íslenska
Icelandic
Sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC
Norsk
Belgium
France
RTC Caution
India Only
Weee Symbol Information
Applicable in countries with separate collection systems
Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program
Usability Designed for You
TCO Certified for corresponding models only
Environment- Designed for the Planet
Product Specifications
Registered Trademarks
Energy Star Partner
Glossary
Hibernation Mode
Firewall
Network Administrator
Notification Area
Partition
Protocol
Sleep Mode
Server
Share
Shared Folder
Index