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Samsung P55 manual User Guide

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Samsung P55 manual User Guide

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User Guide Getting Started ChapterHigh Performance Notebook Computer Product FeaturesSophisticated Design for Increased Usability User Guide Information Before You StartUtilizating the User Guide Installation GuideText Notations Precautions for Operating System Support Safety Precaution NotationsCopyright Icon NotationChapter 2. Using the Computer ContentsChapter 3. Using Microsoft Windows XP Chapter 4. Using the NetworkInstallation Related Safety PrecautionsPower Related Do not touch the mains plug or power cord with wet handsDo not unplug the power cord out by pulling the cable only Do not use a damaged or loose mains plug or power cord or power outletUse a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part Usage Related Battery Usage RelatedDo not connect a phone line connected to a digital phone to the modem Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter Upgrade RelatedMovement Related Custody andUpgrade Related Failing to do so, may cause electric shockBattery Usage Related Installation RelatedDo not throw or disassemble the battery and do not put it into water Use only a battery authorized by Samsung ElectronicsUsage Related Take care not to drop the product while using itDo not place a candle, lighted cigar, etc. over or on the product Do not use a damaged or modified CD/Floppy DiskTake care when touching the product or parts Upgrade RelatedCheck CDs for cracks and damage prior to use Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or deviceCautions on Preventing Data Loss Hard Disk Management Custody and Movement RelatedDo not operate or watch the computer while driving a vehicle Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk driveProper Posture Proper Posture During Computer UseAdjust the heights of desks and chairs appropriate to your height Hand Position Eye PositionKeep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least 50cm Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figureUse Time Break Time Volume Control Headphones and SpeakersIllumination Operation ConditionSafety instructions Important Safety InformationSetting Up your System Care During Use The Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePCBattery Disposal Replacement Parts and AccessoriesLaser Safety Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter Power Cord RequirementsGeneral Requirements Do not unplug the power cord out by pulling the cable onlyRegulatory Compliance Statements Wireless GuidancePage Other Wireless Devices USA and Canada Safety Requirements and NoticesUnited States of America Unintentional Emitter per FCC PartIntentional emitter per FCC Part FCC Part 68 If fitted with a modem device Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 CanadaIntentional Emitter per RSS Page European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices European UnionEuropean Directives Translated Statements of Compliance Translated Statements of ComplianceEnglish DanishBelgium GeneralFrance Correct Disposal of This Product WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATIONWaste Electrical & Electronic Equipment CALIFORNIA USA ONLYFront View Overview10 Power Button 6 Status IndicatorsWireless LAN Status Indicators6 Power 2 HDD1 Infrared Port Right View3 CD Drive 2 IEEE 1394 Port4 Wired LAN Port Left View1 TV Output Port 2 Monitor Port2 DC Jack Back View1 USB Port 3 Security Lock Port1 Battery Latches Bottom View4 X-Dock 2 Hard Disk Drive Compartment CoverTurning the computer on Turning the Computer On and OffTurning the computer off Refer to the Installation GuideChapter Using the computerUnited Kingdom United States KeyboardWireless LAN Touchpad Num Lock Scroll Lock Shortcut KeysFunction RESTScreen Brightness Control Volume ControlNumeric Key Other Function KeysBefore You Start TouchpadTouchpad Scroll AreaDouble-Click Function Moving the cursor on the screenClick Function Right Button FunctionTouchpad Scroll Function Drag FunctionTouchpad On/Off Function MoveInserting and Ejecting a CD CD DriveStatus Indicator Before You StartBurning a CD Supported Disk Types HD DVDHD DVD FunctionMenu Menu Functions About HD DVDSupported Disk Types Blu-rayBlu-ray Functiondouble-click the CyberLink BD Solution About Blu-rayMenu Menu Functions Supported Cards Multi Card SlotBefore You Start Memory StickExample SD Card To Insert and Use a Memory CardTo format a memory card To remove a memory card1 Click Start My computer To insert a card Using the PC Card SlotTo remove a PC card 3 When Stop a Hardware Device dialog box appears, click OKConnecting a Monitor Connecting a Monitor / TVBefore You Start Connecting to the Monitor port Connecting a TVConnecting to the TV Output port Viewing Through a Monitor Switching the Display Device using the Shortcut KeyExample Selecting LCD+CRT Dual View Using Dual View to View Extended Screen 1 Primary2 Secondary Deactivating Dual View ModeWhat is Digital Output S/PDIF? Using Digital Output S/PDIFBefore You Start S/PDIF 5.1 Channel Speakers Decoder S/PDIF Cable Connecting 5.1 Channel SpeakersSetting the Sound to Digital Sound Output on the Computer Selecting Digital Output in the DVD Player Program Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard Adjusting the VolumeUsing EDS Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment Program7 Click Start All Programs Accessories Using RecordersEntertainment Sound Recorder Chapter Using Microsoft Windows XPTour Windows XP About Microsoft Windows XPOr, click Start All Programs Accessories Tour Windows XP Click Start Tour Windows XPClick Start Help and Support Help and SupportDesktop Windows XP Screen LayoutShortcut Icons Start MenuItems that are pined to the Start menu User account name All Programs Start MenuFrequently used programs My Documents folder My Computer Control Panel Help and Support SearchClick Start My Computer WindowMenu Bar Title Bar Toolbar Fast Operation Window Minimize button Close button Maximize button Folder IconRunning Control Panel Control PanelPrograms Sounds Speech, and Audio Devices Performance and Maintenance Click Start Control Paneland Regional Options Accessibility Options Security Center Running the Control PanelClick Start Control Panel Printers and Other Hardware User Accounts Date, Time LanguageUser Account How to Add a User Account1 Click Start Control Panel 2 Click User Account and Create a new Account in sequenceTo Delete User Account How to Switch a UserClick Switch User 1 Click Start Control Panel User AccountThemes Change the screen resolution Changing Resolution and Color1 Click Start Control Panel Appearance and Chapter Using the NetworkBefore You Start Wired NetworkClick Start Control Panel Network and Internet Connections Network Connection6 Configure IP settings 1 Click Start Control Panel Network and Internet Using both DHCP and a fixed IP simultaneously2 Select Internet Protocol TCP/IP and click Properties Types of Wireless LAN Connections Wireless NetworkBefore Use AP ConnectionsTo check the network connections Connecting to Wireless LAN1 Click the Wireless Network Connection NetworksStep 1. Setting up a computer-to- computer network Connecting to computer-to-computer networks peer-to-peer or ad hoc1 Right-click on the Wireless Network Connection 6 Enter the network name e.g. samsung, and unselect ‘The key is provided for meautomatically’. Enter the encryption key in the Network key field, and click OK 1 Right-click on the Wireless Network Connection Step 2. Connecting to the configured computericon on the taskbar, and the connection status is displayed Atheros Wireless Network Adapter Device Wireless Network Setup Using the Wireless LAN Setup ProgramSelect System Software Media User Installation Perform Network Settings Using Samsung Network ManagerEasy configuration for your network and printer. p. 89~91 Enabling the movement-free feature. pIP Settings 6 Select a device and configure IP settings. Then, click Next5 Select Internet Direct Connection and click Next Choose DeviceSaved Locations Current Place Information Menu Using the network after moving location How to Connect the Client to the Server Sharing Internet AccessIP address setting How to Set up Sharing ServerDetermining whether to use a firewall Select a network device4 Select Sharing Client Wireless and click Next How to Set up the Sharing Client2 Run Samsung Network Manager on the sharing client computer To connect to the Internet from the Sharing Client1 Run Samsung Network Manager Checking Network Status2 Click Check Auto Diagnosis on the Manage menu Before You Start Connecting with a ModemBluetooth Functions BluetoothFile Transmission Network Access Network Access through a Phone Connection Data Sync SynchronizationDouble-click My Bluetooth Places icon Bluetooth Software Setup3 If the driver installation is complete, the next step proceeds which searches for nearby Bluetooth devices. Since you do not have to search while setting up, click Skip and finish the settings Bluetooth Help Using BluetoothExchanging Files between Bluetooth computers 2 In the Select Device window, click a computer to be connected hereafter Computer B 2 Double-click the My Bluetooth Settings Connecting Keyboard, Mouse, Joystick and Headset devicesView devices in range Use Instructions Stopping a Bluetooth deviceEstablishing an infrared connection Infrared Communication OptionalTransmitting data through the infrared link Before You StartChanging Settings CyberLink PowerDVD Optional Using ApplicationsSamsung Update Plus Optional ChapterBefore You Start Introducing ProgramsManagement Functions Multi Media Functions CyberLink PowerDVD Optional  Samsung Battery Manager Optional Easy Display Manager Optional Troubleshooting Functions Easy SpeedUP Manager Optional  SAMSUNG Magic Doctor OptionalStart All Programs CyberLink PowerDVD CyberLink PowerDVD CyberLink PowerDVD OptionalPlayConfiguration Before You StartTo update the software and drivers Samsung Update Plus Optional2 Click Search and Install Updates and click Search for New Updates Before You StartUpdates that must be installed separately Chapter Settings and UpgradeAdjusting LCD Brightness Samsung Battery Manager Adjusting LCD Brightness Using KeyboardLCD Brightness Control Battery Manager Samsung Battery ManagerEntering the BIOS Setup BIOS SetupBefore You Start The items in the BIOS setup may differ depending on the product 3 After a moment, the BIOS setup screen appearsSetup Menu Help Setup ItemsThe BIOS Setup Screen In the Setup, you have to use the keyboard System Setup KeysSetting a Supervisor Password Setting a Boot PasswordIn the Set Supervisor Password item, press Before You StartActivating the Booting Password Setting a User PasswordSetting up a Hard Disk Drive Password Deactivating the Password2 Press Enter on the Boot Device Priority item Changing the Boot PriorityAdding a Memory Module Upgrading MemoryBefore You Start Removing a memory module 4 Close the memory compartment cover and fasten the screwInstalling/Removing the Battery BatteryBefore You Start Checking Battery Residual Amount Charging BatteryUsing Shortcut keys Viewing in BatteryGuide to the battery lifecycle Using Battery LongerUsing Samsung Battery Manager General Mode Maximum Battery ModeMaximum Performance Mode User Settings ModeDisabling Unused Devices Enabling Battery Calibration3 Select Boot Menu Smart Battery Calibration and press the Enter key Using the Security Lock Port Chapter AppendixScanning and Curing Viruses Using McAfee SecurityCenter OptionalBefore You Start 1 Click Start All Programs McAfee McAfee SecurityCenterDiagnosing the System Using Samsung Magic Doctor OptionalBefore You Start Select Start All Programs SamsungRunning the system software Media Reinstalling SoftwareBefore You Start Installing drivers and programs Windows Related Questions and AnswersDisplay Related QThe system does not shutdown properlyQIn the following cases, the screen blinks or displays noise for a short time This only applies to nVidia graphics card. Click the Graphics Related tab, Change Resolution, Change Display Device, Remove the AC Adapter, Restart the System, Change PowerMizer level QI cannot set up Dual View properly. For Intel Graphics only QHow to install and uninstall the sound driver Sound RelatedSamsung EDS QI cannot hear the modem sound Modem RelatedQHow do I use my modem when dialing from overseas? QI cannot make a call using an extension lineQWake On LAN function Wired LAN RelatedTo use Wake On LAN function QI cannot find an AP Wireless LAN RelatedView the properties of the corresponding AP in the Check the AP settings Check the TCP/IP settings Q3D game is not executed, or some functions are not working Games and Programs RelatedQFn + Key combination does not work Click Start Control Panel Performance and QRunning speed of a game is too slow or fastQSome part of a game image is not displayed or is displayed in black QThe game screen is displayed smallQThe game play screen frequently stops and starts For these games, set the screen resolution toQThe picture is not displayed properly for some games 1024x768, and the color quality to 16 bitQI cannot find or connect the headset BluetoothBluetooth icon Check the version in the General tab Configuring Sounds and Audio Devices in the Control PanelBluetooth icon Check the version in the Hardware tab QI have connected the headset, but I cannot hear sound normallyQCan I burn a HD DVD disk using the CyberLink DVD Solution? QCan I burn a HD DVD disk using a general CD-RW or DVD-RW drive?HD DVD QIs it compatible with the existing CD/DVD formats?QCan I burn a Blu-ray disk using the CyberLink DVD Solution CDS? QCan I burn a Blu-ray disk using a general CD-RW or DVD-RW drive?Blu-ray QIs it compatible with the existing CD/DVD formats?Security Center QWhen you see a Windows Security Alert icon Q4GB memory capacity is not properly recognized by Windows Other QuestionsProduct Specifications IntelR PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Network Connection Device Wireless LAN Specifications 802.11ABG CardDetailed Specifications SpecificationsStandard Output Power  Radio SpecificationsRF Band Supported ChannelsDetailed Specifications Wireless LAN Specifications 802.11ABG/N CardSpecifications PowerSupported Channels RF BandDevice Modulation SchemeAbout the Product Capacity Representation Standard Registered TrademarksMacrovision Certification Backup GlossaryClient Device ManagerPower Schemes Hibernation ModeFirewall IconQuick Launch Sleep ModeServer ShareWindows Media Player WindowsIndex Customer Care Center Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDEWeb Site U.S.ACustomer Care Center ITALY Contatta SAMSUNGWeb Site ITALY