Contents | Samsung NP915S3G-K02US, NP915S3G-K01US, NP915S3GK01US

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting Started

3Before You Start

6Safety Precautions

21Proper Posture During Computer Use

24Overview

29Turning the Computer On and Off

Chapter 2. Using Windows 8

32What is Microsoft Windows 8?

33Screen At a Glance

35Using the Charms

37Using Apps

40Windows Hot Key Function

41Using the Touch Screen (For touch screen models only)

Chapter 3. Using the computer

49Keyboard

52Touchpad

56External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)

58Multi Card Slot (Optional)

61Connecting an External Display Device

64Adjusting the Volume

66Switching the picture mode

67LCD Brightness Control

68Wired Network

72Wireless Network (Optional)

74Mobile broadband (Wireless WAN, Optional)

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	Getting Started

75Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)

84Using the Multimedia App (Optional)

87Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone (Optional)

88Samsung Software Update

89Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting

90Using the Security Slot

Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade

92BIOS Setup

94Setting a Boot Password

97Changing the Boot Priority

98Battery

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

103Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)

110Reinstalling Windows (Optional)

113Q&A

Chapter 6. Appendix

118Important Safety Information

120Replacement Parts and Accessories

122Regulatory Compliance Statements

135WEEE Symbol Information

136Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program

137TCO Certified (for corresponding models only)

138Product Specifications

140Glossary

144Index

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Page Contents Chapter Getting Started Using the software Before You Start Copyright Safety Precaution NotationsText Notations OS and Software Support About Memory Capacity Representation About the Product Capacity Representation StandardAbout the capacity representation of the storage Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children Safety PrecautionsInstallation Related There is a danger of suffocation Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only Power RelatedDo not touch the main plug or power cord with wet hands 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 Failure to do so may cause electric shock Upgrade RelatedNever disassemble the power supply or AC adapter 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 Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part Do not drop or knock the product Do not insert your fingers into the PC Card Slot Check CDs for cracks and damage prior to use Use parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only Carefully touch a part or device of the productTake care not to throw or drop a computer part or device 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 Coverter Proper Posture During Computer Use Proper Posture Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure Eye PositionHand Position Use Time Break Time Volume Control Headphones and SpeakersCheck your volume first to listen to music Illumination Overview Front View Caps Lock Status indicators and sensors OptionalPower Fn Lock Interface Right ViewMonitor Port Port Wired LAN PortLeft View Micro Hdmi Port Bottom View Speaker Device used to generate sound Turning the computer on Adjusting the screen brightnessTurning the Computer On and Off About Windows Activation Purchased operating system Click Settings Power Shut downTurning the computer off Save all your data before clicking on Shut down Chapter Using Windows What is Microsoft Windows 8? Displaying Help Screen At a Glance Start Screen Displaying Documents and Files To switch to the Start screenDesktop Using the Charms Activating the Charms Network Changing the SettingsChange PC settings Brightness Starting/Exiting an App Using AppsUsing Apps Displaying Currently Running Apps Click Start screen right-click your mouse button Running Two Apps at the Same TimeAdding/Removing an App to/from the Start Screen Click Users Your account Switch to a Microsoft account Using the Windows StoreConfiguring your Microsoft Account Continue after registering your Microsoft Account Windows Hot Key Function Learning basic touch screen operations Using the Touch ScreenUsing the Touch Screen For touch screen models only Touch Operation Function Description Screen, the corresponding capability is activated Displays the last run AppSlightly press with your finger to select an item Touching and dragging Target or more detailed information Touch OperationZooms in or out of the target Your mouse Touch screen input points are calibrated Screen CalibrationCalibrate Entering Characters Using the Tablet PC Input PanelInput Mode Display the Tablet PC Input Panel Tablet PC Input Press the Handwriting Mode iconPress the Touch Keyboard icon Panel Chapter Chapter Using the computer Shortcut Keys KeyboardShortcut Keys Name Function Settings Other Function Keys Optional Click Function TouchpadBasic Touchpad Functions 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 Touchpad On/Off Function Auto-locking when connecting USB mouseDesktop Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Touchpad Last Run Window Opening Function Additionally purchased External-type CD drive ODD, To be purchasedThis computer supports an external USB CD-ROM drive can be Emergency Hole until the CD tray is ejected Inserting and Ejecting a CDComputer is off, place the end of a paper clip Memory Card Naming Multi Card Slot OptionalExample SD Card Following message appears on the top right To remove a memory cardDirection Click to open the folder and click View Files Desktop To format a memory cardClick the Windows Explorer Format About the connection cable Connecting an External Display DeviceConnecting to the monitor port Optional External TV MonitorProjector Duplicate Connecting through the Micro Hdmi port OptionalPC screen only Extend Hdmi to micro Hdmi cable to the Hdmi port External TV Monitor Projector Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment Program Adjusting the VolumeAdjusting the Volume using the Keyboard Using the Sound Recorder Using SoundAlive Optional Settings Control Panel Hardware and Sound Samsung Computer’s Defective LCD pixel management standard Switching the picture modeInstructions for Cleaning the LCD Saving battery power consumption Controlling the Brightness Using the KeyboardClick the Charms menu Settings Screen Adjustment icon LCD Brightness Control You can use wired LAN by using the LAN adapter Optional Wired NetworkConnecting to the Wired LAN Connect the LAN adapter to the wired LAN port Select Internet Protocol Version 4TCP/IPv4 from the list Network settings have been completed Using the WOL Wake On LAN functionConfigure the IP settings IP address Wired Network Screen figures and terms may differ depending on the model Wireless Network OptionalWhat is an Access Point AP? Connections icon, a list of available APs appears Connecting to a Wireless LANIf you click the Charms menu Settings Mobile broadband Wireless WAN, Optional Initializing the TPM chip Setting Up the TPMInstalling the TPM program Registering the TPM program Initializing the TPM chip Press the F10 key to save the changes Method Using the TPM Security Device OptionalInstalling the TPM program Click System Software Select TPM Host SW and click InstallRegistering the TPM program Using the TPM program Encrypting a file folder This dialog box only appears when the folder is encrypted Initialization Wizard to finish the wizard When the virtual drive PSD does not appearDecrypting an encrypted folder file From the pop-up menu When the virtual drive PSD is not loadedRight-click over the Security Platform TPM chip Deleting the virtual drive Player+ Using the Multimedia App OptionalThird-party software related services You can view the photo, video and music files Using the PhotoStudio app Using the S Player+ app HomeSync Lite Using Apps With a Samsung Smartphone OptionalSamsung Kies SideSync Click Agree Samsung Software UpdateOr software programs installed separately by the user Diagnosing Diagnosing the Computer Status and TroubleshootingFAQ for Then, click Support Center Using the Security Slot Chapter Settings and Upgrade Bios Setup Product Bios Setup Screen System Bios Setup Keys Setting a Boot Password Setting a Supervisor Password Setting up a Hard Disk Drive Password Optional Setting a User PasswordSetting Up a Boot Password Set the Password on boot item to Enabled Enter Deactivating the PasswordSupervisor Password item, press Enter Changing the Boot Priority Set the Boot Device Priority Boot Option #1 item on Charge LED BatteryThis computer is equipped with an internal battery Battery Usage Time Information Measuring the Remaining Battery ChargeConfirming the battery charge in the Taskbar Decreasing the LCD Brightness Extending the Battery Usage TimeUsing the power management program Options Using the Battery Calibration Function Direction keys and press Enter Chapter Troubleshooting Restores the entire Windows drive Recovering/Backing up the Computer OptionalRecovery Introduction You can back up your entire Windows drive If Windows does not start RecoveringSelect a recovery point and click Recover Normally You cannot select a DVD drive Recovering after a BackupBacking up Recovering To copy the external storage disk You need to purchase an external hard USB connectorDisk with the same settings Separately to connect the hard disk and your computer Export Disk Image Function Reinstall Windows again Computer Recovery Function in WindowsRecovery process Files such as your photo, video and music Reinstalling Windows Optional Reinstalling in Windows Upgrade Custom Reinstalling when Windows does not start Install Now Recovery Related Windows 8 Related Q5 How can I install a printer driver?Click the program. Then click uninstall Q1 I cannot find the Start button on the Desktop Looks smaller Settings, type size, color, and so on?How to activate Active Existing Windows systems Sound RelatedOthers Chapter Appendix Setting Up your System Important Safety InformationSafety Instructions Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC Care During Use Laser Safety Replacement Parts and AccessoriesBattery Disposal Laser Safety Note General Requirements Power Cord RequirementsConnect and Disconnect the AC adapter Wireless Guidance Regulatory Compliance Statements 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 Intentional emitter per FCC Part If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band 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 European Directives Low band 5.15 5.35 GHz is for indoor use only Dansk ČeskyCzech Danish Polski MagyarHungarian Polish Manufacturer Information Local Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage France GeneralBelgium Applicable in countries with separate collection systems Weee Symbol InformationIndia Only Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program Environment- Designed for the Planet TCO Certified for corresponding models onlyUsability Designed for You Product Specifications Registered Trademarks Energy Star Partner Glossary Hibernation Mode Firewall Partition Network AdministratorNotification Area Protocol Server Sleep ModeSdxc Secure Digital eXtended Capacity Share Index