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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Contents

Chapter 1. Getting Started

3 Before You Start
6 Safety Precautions
21 Proper Posture During Computer Use
24 Overview
30 Turning the Computer On and O

Chapter 2. Using Windows 8

33 What is Microsoft Windows 8?
34 Screen At a Glance
36 Using the Charms
38 Using Apps
41 Windows Hot Key Function

Chapter 3. Using the computer

43 Keyboard
46 Touchpad
50 External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)
52 Multi Card Slot (Optional)
55 Connecting an External Display Device
59 Adjusting the Volume
61 LCD Brightness Control
62 Wired Network
66 Wireless Network (Optional)
68 Mobile broadband (Wireless WAN, Optional)
69 Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)
78 Using the Multimedia App (Optional)
82 Samsung Software Update
83 Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting

Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade

85 BIOS Setup
87 Setting a Boot Password
90 Changing the Boot Priority
91 Battery

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

96 Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)
103 Reinstalling Windows (Optional)
106 Q&A

Chapter 6. Appendix

111 Important Safety Information
113 Replacement Parts and Accessories
115 Regulatory Compliance Statements
128 WEEE Symbol Information
129 Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program
130 TCO Certied (for corresponding models only)
131 Product Specications
133 Glossary
137 Index