Upgrade Related | Samsung NP915S3GK01US, NP915S3G-K01US specs

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Upgrade Related

Be sure to upgrade the computer by yourself only if you have sufficient knowledge and ability.

If this is not the case, ask for assistance from the service center or an authorized engineer for the upgrade.

Be sure to upgrade only the parts specified in the user manual according to the procedures described in the user manual.

Do not disassemble any other parts or devices by yourself. There is a danger of a electric shock, fire or damage to the product.

Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter.

There is a danger of electric shock.

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When removing the RTC (Real Time Clock) battery, keep it out of the reach of children as they could touch and/or swallow it.

There is a danger of choking. If a child has swallowed it, contact a doctor immediately.

Before upgrading the computer, be sure to shutdown the computer first and then separate all connected cables. If the notebook computer has an external type (removable) battery, separate the battery, too.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock.

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Samsung NP915S3GK01US, NP915S3G-K01US, NP915S3G-K02US Upgrade Related, Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter

Contents

Page Contents Chapter Getting Started Before You Start Using the software Text Notations Safety Precaution NotationsCopyright OS and Software Support About the capacity representation of the storage About the Product Capacity Representation StandardAbout Memory Capacity Representation 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 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly AC Adapter Usage PrecautionsUse only the AC adapter supplied with the product Use an authorized battery and AC adapter only Battery Usage RelatedThere is a danger of electric shock or choking There is a danger of an explosion or fire This may result in harming or burning your skin Usage Related Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter Upgrade RelatedFailure to do so may cause electric shock Security and Movement Related Do not place a heavy object over the product Use only a battery authorized by Samsung ElectronicsDispose of worn-out batteries properly 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 Hand Position Eye PositionKeep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure Check your volume first to listen to music Volume Control Headphones and SpeakersUse Time Break Time Illumination Front View Overview Power Status indicators and sensors OptionalCaps Lock Fn Lock Monitor Port Right ViewInterface Left View Wired LAN PortPort Micro Hdmi Port Speaker Device used to generate sound Bottom View 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? Start Screen Screen At a Glance Desktop To switch to the Start screenDisplaying Documents and Files 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 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 Using the Touch Screen For touch screen models only Using the Touch ScreenLearning basic touch screen operations Touch Operation Function Description Slightly press with your finger to select an item Displays the last run AppScreen, the corresponding capability is activated Touching and dragging Zooms in or out of the target Touch OperationTarget or more detailed information Your mouse Calibrate Screen CalibrationTouch screen input points are calibrated Input Mode Using the Tablet PC Input PanelEntering Characters Display the Tablet PC Input Panel Press the Touch Keyboard icon Press the Handwriting Mode iconTablet PC Input Panel Chapter Chapter Using the computer Shortcut Keys KeyboardShortcut Keys Name Function Other Function Keys Optional Settings Basic Touchpad Functions TouchpadClick Function Moving the cursor on the screen Right Button Function Configuring the Gesture FunctionDrag Function Zoom Functions Scroll FunctionCharms Menu Activating Function 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 This computer supports an external USB CD-ROM drive can be External-type CD drive ODD, To be purchasedAdditionally purchased Computer is off, place the end of a paper clip Inserting and Ejecting a CDEmergency Hole until the CD tray is ejected Example SD Card Multi Card Slot OptionalMemory Card Naming 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 Connecting to the monitor port Optional Connecting an External Display DeviceAbout the connection cable External TV MonitorProjector PC screen only Connecting through the Micro Hdmi port OptionalDuplicate Extend External TV Monitor Projector Hdmi to micro Hdmi cable to the Hdmi port 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 SoundAlive Optional Instructions for Cleaning the LCD Switching the picture modeSamsung Computer’s Defective LCD pixel management standard Click the Charms menu Settings Screen Adjustment icon Controlling the Brightness Using the KeyboardSaving battery power consumption LCD Brightness Control Connecting to the Wired LAN Wired NetworkYou can use wired LAN by using the LAN adapter Optional Connect the LAN adapter to the wired LAN port Select Internet Protocol Version 4TCP/IPv4 from the list Configure the IP settings Using the WOL Wake On LAN functionNetwork settings have been completed IP address Wired Network What is an Access Point AP? Wireless Network OptionalScreen figures and terms may differ depending on the model If you click the Charms menu Settings Connecting to a Wireless LANConnections icon, a list of available APs appears Mobile broadband Wireless WAN, Optional Installing the TPM program Setting Up the TPMInitializing the TPM chip Registering the TPM program Press the F10 key to save the changes Initializing the TPM chip Installing the TPM program Using the TPM Security Device OptionalMethod Registering the TPM program Select TPM Host SW and click InstallClick System Software Encrypting a file folder Using the TPM program This dialog box only appears when the folder is encrypted Decrypting an encrypted folder file When the virtual drive PSD does not appearInitialization Wizard to finish the wizard Right-click over the Security Platform When the virtual drive PSD is not loadedFrom the pop-up menu TPM chip Deleting the virtual drive Third-party software related services Using the Multimedia App OptionalPlayer+ You can view the photo, video and music files Using the PhotoStudio app Using the S Player+ app Samsung Kies Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone OptionalHomeSync Lite SideSync Or software programs installed separately by the user Samsung Software UpdateClick Agree FAQ for Diagnosing the Computer Status and TroubleshootingDiagnosing Then, click Support Center Using the Security Slot Chapter Settings and Upgrade Product Bios Setup System Bios Setup Keys Bios Setup Screen 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 Supervisor Password item, press Enter Deactivating the PasswordEnter Set the Boot Device Priority Boot Option #1 item on Changing the Boot Priority This computer is equipped with an internal battery BatteryCharge LED Confirming the battery charge in the Taskbar Measuring the Remaining Battery ChargeBattery Usage Time Information Using the power management program Extending the Battery Usage TimeDecreasing the LCD Brightness Options Direction keys and press Enter Using the Battery Calibration Function Chapter Troubleshooting Recovery Introduction Recovering/Backing up the Computer OptionalRestores the entire Windows drive You can back up your entire Windows drive Select a recovery point and click Recover RecoveringIf Windows does not start Normally Backing up Recovering after a BackupYou cannot select a DVD drive Recovering Disk with the same settings You need to purchase an external hard USB connectorTo copy the external storage disk Separately to connect the hard disk and your computer Export Disk Image Function Recovery process Computer Recovery Function in WindowsReinstall Windows again Files such as your photo, video and music Reinstalling in Windows Reinstalling Windows Optional Custom Upgrade Install Now Reinstalling when Windows does not start Recovery Related Click the program. Then click uninstall Q5 How can I install a printer driver?Windows 8 Related Q1 I cannot find the Start button on the Desktop How to activate Active Settings, type size, color, and so on?Looks smaller Others Sound RelatedExisting Windows systems Chapter Appendix Safety Instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Care During Use Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC Battery Disposal Replacement Parts and AccessoriesLaser Safety Laser Safety Note Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter Power Cord RequirementsGeneral Requirements Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance United States of America USA and Canada Safety Requirements and NoticesExplosive Device Proximity Warning Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless NetworkUse On Aircraft Caution If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band Intentional emitter per FCC Part Health and safety information Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 CanadaIntentional Emitter per RSS Si l’appareil est équipé d’une bande 2,4 G ou 5 G European Union BrazilEuropean Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices 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 Belgium GeneralFrance India Only Weee Symbol InformationApplicable in countries with separate collection systems Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program Usability Designed for You TCO Certified for corresponding models onlyEnvironment- Designed for the Planet Product Specifications Energy Star Partner Registered Trademarks Glossary Firewall Hibernation Mode Notification Area Network AdministratorPartition Protocol Sdxc Secure Digital eXtended Capacity Sleep ModeServer Share Index