Samsung NP-RV511-A06TR - Manuals

Page 2 - Contents; Chapter 1. Getting Started

1 Chapter 1. Getting Started Contents Chapter 1. Getting Started 3 Product Features 4 Tips 5 Before You Start 8 Safety Precautions 22 Proper Posture During Computer Use 25 Overview 31 Turning the Computer On and Off Chapter 2. Using the Computer 36 Keyboard 40 Touchpad 47 CD Drive (ODD, Optional) 48...

Page 4 - Product Features; This is an environmentally friendly system; Environmentally-Friendly Eco Design; Using Easy Content Share, you can view video,; Samsung’s Proprietary Software; The latest processor has been adopted for; Optimized Performance and Usability; You do not need to wait a long time for the; Fast Start

3 Chapter 1. Getting Started Product Features This is an environmentally friendly system • designed in accordance with international environmental specifi cations regarding the use of environmentally friendly materials and the reduction of hazardous materials.The system ensures minimal noise by veri...

Page 5 - Tips; Tip

4 Chapter 1. Getting Started 4 Tips Tip Chapter 1. Getting Started The computer is not turning on or does not respond and displays a blank screen. Restore the computer using Samsung Recovery Solution . 1 . Turn the computer on and press the F4 key when the booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears. 2 . ...

Page 6 - Before You Start; Using the software; Samsung; Safety Precaution Notations

4 5 Chapter 1. Getting Started Before You Start Before reading the User Guide, fi rst check the following information. Optional items, some devices and software referred to in • the User Guide may not be provided and/or changed by upgrade.Note that the computer environment referred in the User Guide...

Page 7 - Copyright; About HDD Capacity Representation

6 Chapter 1. Getting Started Before You Start Copyright © 2011 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. owns the copyright of this manual.No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the consent of Samsung E...

Page 8 - About Memory Capacity Representation

6 7 Chapter 1. Getting Started About Memory Capacity Representation The memory capacity reported in Windows is less than the actual capacity of memory.This is because BIOS or a video adapter uses a portion of memory or claims it for further use. (E.g. For 1GB(=1,024MB) memory installed, Windows may ...

Page 9 - Installation Related; There is a danger of suffocation.; Safety Precautions; Warning

8 Chapter 1. Getting Started Installation Related Do not install the product in places exposed to humidity such as a bathrooms. There is a danger of electric shock. Use the product within the operating conditions specified in the Manufacturers User Guide. Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of ch...

Page 10 - Failing to do so may cause fi re hazard.; Power Related; There is a danger of electric shock.

8 9 Chapter 1. Getting Started If the power cord or power outlet makes a noise, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact a service center. There is a danger of electric shock or fi re hazard. Do not use a damaged or loose main plug or power cord or power outlet. There is a danger o...

Page 11 - Failing to do so may result in electric shock.; AC Adapter Usage Precautions

10 Chapter 1. Getting Started Connect the power cord to an outlet or multiple power plug (extended cable) with a ground terminal. Failing to do so may result in electric shock. If water or a foreign substance enters the power jack, adapter or computer, immediately separate the power cord and battery...

Page 12 - Battery Usage Related; There is a danger of electric shock or choking.

10 11 Chapter 1. Getting Started Battery Usage Related Please charge the battery fully before using the computer for the first time. Keep the battery out of the reach of infants and pets, as they could put the battery into their mouths. There is a danger of electric shock or choking. Use an authoriz...

Page 13 - Cutting the power to the internal battery

12 Chapter 1. Getting Started Cutting the power to the internal battery (for corresponding models only.) For products with built-in batteries, customers cannot remove • the battery. In the case of flooding, lightning or explosions, you can cut • the battery power by inserting an object such as a pap...

Page 14 - This may result in harming or burning your skin.; Usage Related

12 13 Chapter 1. Getting Started If you drop or damage the computer, separate the power cord and battery and ask the service center to perform a safety check. Using a broken computer may cause electric shock or fire hazard. Avoid direct sunlight when the computer is in an air-tight location such as ...

Page 15 - Failing to do so, may cause electric shock.; Upgrade Related

14 Chapter 1. Getting Started Shut down the computer and disconnect all cables before disassembling the computer. If there is a modem, disconnect the phone line. If your notebook is external & removable battery type, remove the external battery. Failing to do so, may cause electric shock. Upgrad...

Page 17 - Do not place a heavy object over the product.; There is a danger of fire or explosion.; Use only a battery authorized by Samsung Electronics.; Failing to do so may cause an explosion.; Charge the battery according to the instructions in the manual.; There is a danger of explosion or fire.; Caution

16 Chapter 1. Getting Started Safety Precautions Installation Related Do not block the ports (holes), vents, etc. of the product and do not insert objects. Damage to a component within the computer may cause electric shock or fire. When using the computer with it lying on its side, place it so that ...

Page 18 - Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part.

16 17 Chapter 1. Getting Started Usage Related Do not place a candle, light cigar, etc. over or on the product. There is a danger of fire. Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part. Failing to do so may cause electric shock hazard. Make sure to have the product tested by a safety service...

Page 19 - Do not use a damaged or modified CD/Floppy Disk.

18 Chapter 1. Getting Started If the computer emits smoke, or there is a burning smell, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and contact a service center immediately. If your notebook is external & removable battery type, remove the external battery. There is a danger of fire. Do not u...

Page 20 - Take care when touching the product or parts.; Security and Movement Related

18 19 Chapter 1. Getting Started Upgrade Related Take care when touching the product or parts. The device may be damaged or you may be injured. Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or device. This may cause injury or damage to the product. Make sure to close the computer cover before conne...

Page 21 - Cautions on Preventing Data Loss; Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive.

20 Chapter 1. Getting Started Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk Management) Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive. A hard disk drive is so sensitive to external impact that an • external impact may cause loss of data on the surface of the disk. Take extra care, because movi...

Page 22 - Using the power supply in an airplane; When using the AC power plug; If the plug pins are not inserted into the center of the holes, the; When using the auto adapter

20 21 Chapter 1. Getting Started Safety Precautions Using the power supply in an airplane Since the power outlet type diff ers depending on the type of airplane, connect the power appropriately. When using the AC power plug Connect the power plug pins perpendicular into the center of the power outle...

Page 23 - Proper Posture During Computer Use; The instructions in this manual have been prepared so that; Proper Posture; Do not use the computer while you are lying down, but only

22 Chapter 1. Getting Started Proper Posture During Computer Use Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very important to prevent physical harm.The following instructions are about maintaining a proper posture during computer use developed through human engineering. Please read and foll...

Page 24 - Eye Position; Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the fi gure.

22 23 Chapter 1. Getting Started Proper Posture During Computer Use Eye Position Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least 50cm. Adjust the height of the monitor and the LCD screen so that its • top height is equal to or lower than your eyes.Avoid setting the monitor and LCD excessivel...

Page 25 - Check your volume fi rst to listen to music.; Illumination

24 Chapter 1. Getting Started Proper Posture During Computer Use Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers) Check your volume fi rst to listen to music. Check your volume! Check if the volume is too loud before using headphones. • It is not recommended using headphones for long periods of • time.Any d...

Page 26 - Overview; Front View; The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the; LCD; The screen images are displayed here.; Using the camera, web cam

24 25 Chapter 1. Getting Started Overview Front View The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the • User Manual are those of the representative model of each series. Therefore the colors and appearance of the pictures may diff er from the actual appearance of the product depending on the...

Page 27 - Status Indicators; Caps Lock

26 Chapter 1. Getting Started Overview Status Indicators 1 2 3 4 5 1 Caps Lock This turns on when the Caps Lock key is pressed allowing capital letters to be typed without holding the Shift button down. On : Upper-case alphabetic input Off : Lower-case alphabetic input 2 HDD/ODD This turns when eith...

Page 28 - Right View; Security Lock Port; You can connect a Kensington lock to

26 27 Chapter 1. Getting Started Overview Right View 1 2 3 1 CD Drive (ODD) (Optional) Plays CD or DVD titles.Since an ODD(Optical Disk Drive) is optional, the installed drive depends on the computer model. 2 USB 2.0 Port (Optional) You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboard/mous...

Page 29 - Left View; Model A; Connect the Ethernet cable to this port.

28 Chapter 1. Getting Started Overview Left View ► Model A 2 1 4 5 3 6 7 8 1 DC Jack A jack to connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the computer. 2 Wired LAN Port Connect the Ethernet cable to this port. 3 USB 2.0 Port (Optional) You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboar...

Page 30 - Model B; What is a chargeable USB port?

28 29 Chapter 1. Getting Started Overview Left View ► Model B 2 1 3 4 5 6 What is a chargeable USB port? USB device accessing and charging functions are • supported.The USB charging function is supported regardless of • whether the power is turned on or off .Charging a device through a chargeable US...

Page 31 - Back View; Bottom View

30 Chapter 1. Getting Started Overview Back View 2 3 1 1 Security Lock Port (Optional) You can connect a Kensington lock to the Security Lock Port to prevent the computer from being stolen. 2 Battery This is a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery that supplies power to the computer. 3 Wired LAN Port (Op...

Page 32 - Turning the Computer On and Off; battery; LED; About Windows Activation; Turning the computer on

30 31 Chapter 1. Getting Started Turning the Computer On and Off 1 Install the battery and connect the AC adapter . 2 Lift the LCD panel up. 3 Press the Power button to turn the computer on. 4 Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on. LED About Windows Activation When you turn the com...

Page 33 - Turning the computer off; Shut down; For Windows 7; For Windows Vista; Start; Using the Power button in Windows Vista

32 Chapter 1. Getting Started Turning the computer off Since the procedures to turn the computer off may diff er • depending on the installed operating system, please turn the computer off according to the procedures for the purchased operating system.Save all your data before clicking on • Shut dow...

Page 34 - For Windows XP; Click the; button on the taskbar.; Turn Off Computer; Click; Turn Off

32 33 Chapter 1. Getting Started ► For Windows XP 1 Click the Start button on the taskbar. Click Turn Off Computer . 1 2 2 Click Turn Off . If the system cannot be shut down due to a system error, turn it off by pressing and holding the Power Button for a minimum of 4 seconds.Please note that turnin...

Page 35 - Using Fast Start; While the Fast Start function is enabled; You cannot change some power options in the Control

34 Chapter 1. Getting Started Turning the Computer On and Off Samsung Fast Start (Optional) These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported models only. If you are using the system very often while on the move, use Fast Start to reduce the booting time. When the Samsung Fast Start function is...

Page 37 - Keyboard; The keyboard image may diff er from the actual keyboard.; Shortcut Keys; Fn

36 Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections. The keyboard image may diff er from the actual keyboard. • The keyboard may diff er depending on your country. The following mainly describes the shortcut keys. • Shortcut Keys Yo...

Page 38 - Easy Display Manager; program is installed.; Samsung Support Center

36 37 Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard Fn Name Function + REST (Sleep Mode) Switches to Sleep mode. To wake the computer up, press the Power button. Gauge Shows the remaining battery charge.You can only use this function when the Easy Display Manager program is installed. Euro Enters the Euro ...

Page 39 - Advanced

38 Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard Fn Name Function + Easy SpeedUp Manager You can select operation mode when you need maximum system performance or low-noise/low power consumption with one-click. Silent: • Low-noise and low power consumption mode Normal: • Normal Mode Speed: • Maximum perfor...

Page 40 - Screen Brightness Control; Volume Control; Alternatively, press the; Num Lock; Other Function Keys; : Easy Display Manager; Windows XP; Manager

38 39 Chapter 2. Using the computer Screen Brightness Control + Or + Volume Control + Or + Alternatively, press the + key combination to turn the volume on or off . Numeric Key (For 15/17 inch models) If you press the Num Lock key, you can use the numeric keys. Other Function Keys Performs the right...

Page 41 - Touchpad; When you reinstall Windows or change the operating; Use the Touchpad with your fi ngers. Using a sharp object

40 Chapter 2. Using the computer Touchpad The touchpad provides the same function as a mouse and the left and right buttons of the touchpad plays the role of the left and right buttons of a mouse.To use the touchpad, the touchpad driver is required.A built-in Windows driver and a driver provided by ...

Page 42 - Touch Area; Use to move; Touchpad Left Button; You can select or run a; Scroll Area; Basic Touchpad Functions; Moving the cursor on the screen; Tap

40 41 Chapter 2. Using the computer Touch Area Use to move the cursor. Touchpad Left Button You can select or run a program using this button. Scroll Area This corresponds to the wheel of the mouse and can be moved up, down, left or right. Touchpad Right Button Plays the role of the right mouse butt...

Page 43 - Double-Click Function; or; Right Button Function

42 Chapter 2. Using the computer Double-Click Function Put your finger on the touchpad and quickly tap twice with your finger on an item you want.Alternatively, press the left touchpad button twice quickly. ClickClick TapTap or Right Button Function This corresponds to clicking the right mouse butto...

Page 44 - The Gesture Function of the Touchpad; The Touchpad Gesture function may not be provided and; Confi guring the Gesture Function

42 43 Chapter 2. Using the computer The Gesture Function of the Touchpad (Optional) The Touchpad Gesture function may not be provided and • the version of the function may diff er depending on the model. Some usage procedures may diff er depending on the version.For detailed usage procedures, refer ...

Page 45 - The Scroll Function; Zoom Functions; Rotation function; Page Move Function

44 Chapter 2. Using the computer The Scroll Function This function is the same as the scroll area of the Touchpad.If you place two fingers over the Touchpad and move them up, down, left or right, the screen is scrolled up, down, left or right accordingly. or Zoom Functions If you place two fingers o...

Page 46 - Setting the Touchpad Sensitivity; Adjusting the Touchpad Pointer Speed; Pointer Options; Adjusting the Touchpad Palm Detection Function; When using the Elan driver; When the touchpad pointer moves unintentionally (excessively):; Slide the bar appropriately in the direction of Maximum.; When the touchpad pointer does not move smoothly:; Slide the bar appropriately in the direction of Minimum.

44 45 Chapter 2. Using the computer Touchpad Setting the Touchpad Sensitivity If the touchpad reacts too sensitively or the pointer moves unintentionally, please adjust the touchpad pointer speed and sensitivity. Adjusting the Touchpad Pointer Speed Click Start > Control Panel > Hardware and S...

Page 47 - Touchpad On/Off Function; Locking with shortcut keys; To lock the touchpad function, press the; Auto-locking when connecting USB mouse; Disable When external USB mouse; option. This will turn the touchpad off when a USB; When using the Synaptics driver; Disable internal pointing; in; This auto-locking function is not provided for some models.

46 Chapter 2. Using the computer Touchpad Touchpad On/Off Function Locking with shortcut keys If you want to use the mouse only without using the touchpad, you can turn the touchpad off . To lock the touchpad function, press the + keys. You can set the touchpad and touchpad button settings in the ta...

Page 48 - CD Drive; Inserting and Ejecting a CD; Eject

46 47 Chapter 2. Using the computer CD Drive (ODD, Optional) An optical disk drive is optional and may diff er depending on your computer model. For detailed specifi cations, refer to the catalogue. Do not insert a cracked or scratched CD. • Otherwise, the CD may break and damage the optical disk dr...

Page 49 - Multi Card Slot; computer, remove the dummy card before using the; Using the card; Insert the card into the multi card slot in the indicated; Open folder and view fi les; If the window does not appear, click

48 Chapter 2. Using the computer Multi Card Slot (Optional) Using the multi card slot, you can read and write data to a SD card, SDHC card, MMC card, SDXC card. You can use a card as a removable disk and conveniently exchange data with digital devices such as a digital camera, digital camcorder, MP3...

Page 50 - If a window asking to scan and change appears, click; Continue Without Scanning; . This will proceed to Step 2; You can save, move and delete data by double-clicking the; Using a Mini SD and RS-MMC; Take hold of the end of the card and remove the card.

48 49 Chapter 2. Using the computer Multi Card Slot (Optional) If a window asking to scan and change appears, click Continue Without Scanning . This will proceed to Step 2 above. 3 You can save, move and delete data by double-clicking the corresponding drive.You can only use the card after formattin...

Page 51 - To format a memory card; Format; To use a card to exchange data with a digital device such

50 Chapter 2. Using the computer Multi Card Slot (Optional) To format a memory card When using the memory card for the first time, you must format the card before using it. Formatting a card deletes all data saved on the card. If the card includes data, backup the data before formatting it. 1 Click ...

Page 52 - Connecting an External Display Device; Before you start, check the port and cable of the external; About the connection cable; HDMI Cable

50 51 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting an External Display Device If you connect an external display device such as a monitor, TV, projector, etc., you can view the picture on the wider screen of the external device when you give a presentation or watch a video or movie.The computer provides...

Page 53 - Connecting to the monitor port

52 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting to the monitor port You can experience a wider screen by connecting the computer to a monitor, TV or projector with a monitor port.You can give better presentations by connecting the computer to a projector. 1 Connect the RGB port of the computer and the p...

Page 54 - Connecting through the HDMI port (Optional); DVI IN

52 53 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting through the HDMI port (Optional) By connecting the computer to a TV with a HDMI port, you can enjoy both a high visual quality and a high sound quality.After connecting a TV through HDMI, you have to confi gure the screen and sound. 1 Connect the HDMI c...

Page 55 - You can view the graphics card type by selecting; Device; and then clicking the; For Intel graphics cards; Right-click over the Desktop and select; If a window appears where you can select the mode, select; Basic Mode

54 Chapter 2. Using the computer Setting up HDMI TV video (Optional) If the Desktop screen displayed on the TV does not fi t to the TV screen, confi gure it as follows depending on the graphics card. You can view the graphics card type by selecting • Device Manager > Display adapters and then cli...

Page 56 - For NVIDIA graphics cards; This function is not provided in the Optimus specifi cations.

54 55 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting an External Display Device ► For NVIDIA graphics cards This function is not provided in the Optimus specifi cations. 1 Right-click over the Desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel . 2 In the Select a Task window in the left panel, select the Dispaly >...

Page 57 - For AMD graphics cards; Right-click on the Desktop and select; Graphics Properties >; Adjust the size to the edges of the TV screen using the resize; Apply

56 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting an External Display Device ► For AMD graphics cards 1 Right-click on the Desktop and select Graphics Properties > Desktops and Displays > My Digital Flat-Panels > Scaling Options (Digital Flat-Panel) . 2 Adjust the size to the edges of the TV scre...

Page 58 - Right-click over the

56 57 Chapter 2. Using the computer Setting up HDMI TV audio (Optional) You can confi gure the sound of the computer to be played through the HDMI TV. You have to confi gure the sound device in the Control Panel whenever you connect the HDMI TV in order to hear sound from the computer on the TV. The...

Page 59 - Using graphics more effi; The NVIDIA Optimus model supports Windows 7 only.

58 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting an External Display Device Using graphics more eﬃ ciently (optional) NVIDIA Optimus is a function that enables automatic selection and usage of the internal or external graphics chipsets depending on the currently running software.For example, the internal...

Page 60 - Connecting an External Digital Device; Connecting and using a camera or camcorder; Connect the USB port of the notebook computer and the; Both the computer and the digital device must be turned; The; Auto run; window appears. Click; Open folder and view

58 59 Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting an External Digital Device You can save a fi le stored on a device onto the computer by connecting a digital device such as a camera, camcorder or mobile phone to the computer and using the fi le management functions. Connecting and using a camera or ca...

Page 61 - Adjusting the Volume; Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard; Mute; Using the Sound Recorder; For Windows 7/Vista; Volume

60 Chapter 2. Using the computer Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume control program. Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard + Or + Alternatively, press the + key combination to turn the volume on or off . Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustment...

Page 63 - These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported; Music; Select this mode to listen to music.; Movie; Select this mode to watch a movie.; Speech; Emphasizes voice over other sounds.; Silver; Advanced Mode

62 Chapter 2. Using the computer Using SoundAlive (Optional) The SoundAlive function enables you to experience more stereophonic sound using stereo speakers. These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported • models only.The software programs provider may vary, depending on • your computer mod...

Page 64 - Wired Network; Since these descriptions are written on the basis of the

62 63 Chapter 2. Using the computer Wired Network A wired network is a network environment used for a company network or broadband internet connection at home. Since these descriptions are written on the basis of the • latest operating system, Windows 7, some of the content and the fi gures of the d...

Page 65 - The Network Component name may diff er depending on

64 Chapter 2. Using the computer 3 Select Local Area Connection and click the right button of the touch pad and select Properties . The LAN Device name may diff er depending on your computer’s Network Device. 4 ► For Windows 7/Vista Select Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) from the list of Netwo...

Page 67 - Confi gure > Power Management; click; OK; to; Disable; power saving feature.; For Win7, Wake On LAN is not supported by Ping.

66 Chapter 2. Using the computer Wired Network 3 Click Confi gure > Power Management tab. Select Allow this device to bring the computer out of standby , then click OK . Restart the system. - If the system wakes up from Sleep mode even though there is no received signal, use the system after disa...

Page 68 - The descriptions below are for computer models with; On; Connecting to a Wireless LAN; If you click the; Network Connections; icon in the system; Connect; Wireless Network

66 67 Chapter 2. Using the computer A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network environment that enables communicating between multiple computers at home or a small-size offi ce through wireless LAN devices. The descriptions below are for computer models with • a Wireless LAN card or ...

Page 69 - For the network key, please ask your network administrator.

68 Chapter 2. Using the computer Wireless Network (Optional) 2 Click Connect . If a network key is set for the AP, enter the network key and then click Connect . For the network key, please ask your network administrator. 3 When Connected to the AP is displayed, click the Close button.You can access...

Page 70 - Wireless Network Connection; For a network key, contact the network administrator.; Connected to AP

68 69 Chapter 2. Using the computer Wireless Network (Optional) ► For Windows XP 1 Click the Wireless Network Connection icon from the Taskbar using the right button of the touch pad. Then, click View Available Wireless Networks . 2 Select an AP to be connected and click Connect . If a network key i...

Page 71 - Connecting to a wireless network through Wi-Fi; ON; OFF; Grey; Normal Wireless Network Status

70 Chapter 2. Using the computer Wireless Network (Optional) Connecting to a wireless network through Wi-Fi Manager (Optional) These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported models only. You can access a wireless network using Wi-Fi Manager . 1 Press the + key combination. Then the Wi-Fi Man...

Page 72 - Abnormal Wireless Network Status; When the wireless LAN is not connected; An AP with a strong signal strength

70 71 Chapter 2. Using the computer Wireless Network (Optional) Abnormal Wireless Network Status When the wireless LAN is not connected If the wireless LAN icon is displayed with an “X” in the system tray of the Taskbar, it indicates that the wireless LAN device is turned off or that there are no av...

Page 73 - Sharing Content in a Home Network; Easy Content Share; is a DLNA application that allows you to play; Confi guring the network settings for your computer and; Confi guring the network settings for your; Connect your computer and TV to an access point through; Obtain an IP address automatically

72 Chapter 2. Using the computer Sharing Content in a Home Network (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Easy Content Share is a DLNA application that allows you to play photos, videos and music fi les on your TV. These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported • models only. The Digital Living Net...

Page 74 - Chapter 2. Using the; Adding shared content on your computer

72 73 Chapter 2. Using the computer For more information on how to confi gure the IP address • for your computer, refer to Chapter 2. Using the Computer > Network . For more information on how to confi gure the IP address • for your TV, refer to the user manual of your TV. 3 To check if the netwo...

Page 75 - Playing content on your TV using your computer; Playlist; Play; does not support subtitles due to DLNA; item in the; Troubleshooting Guide

74 Chapter 2. Using the computer 3 The selected folder is added to the shared list. Playing content on your TV using your computer After you have set photos, videos and music fi les as shared items, you can play them on your TV using your computer. 1 In Easy Content Share , select the TV you want to...

Page 76 - Adding a video, photo or music fi le to the playlist; Shared content list; Playing the content stored on a computer when; Easy; is installed and the TV is connected to.; For Windows Media Player 12

74 75 Chapter 2. Using the computer Adding a video, photo or music fi le to the playlist 1 Click Add Content in the Playlist screen. The shared content list is displayed. 2 In the shared content list, check the checkbox in front of the item you want to add to the playlist, and then click Add to play...

Page 77 - For Windows Media Player 11

76 Chapter 2. Using the computer 3 Run Windows Explorer . 4 Right-click the folder to share. From the menu displayed, point to Include in library.Click Videos, Photos or Music in the displayed sub menu, according to the type of content contained in the selected folder.If the selected folder contains...

Page 78 - A popup window is displayed. Click

76 77 Chapter 2. Using the computer A popup window is displayed. Click Yes . Then click OK in the Media Sharing- Default Settings window and in the Media Sharing window. After the registration has been fi nished, you can fi nd the added folder is listed in the shared content list of Easy Content Sha...

Page 80 - LCD Brightness Control; You can adjust the LCD brightness in 8 levels.; Controlling the Brightness Using the Keyboard; Adjust the LCD brightness by pressing the; To maintain the LCD brightness set by using the brightness

79 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade LCD Brightness Control You can adjust the LCD brightness in 8 levels. The screen brightness is automatically set to the brightest level (brightness level 8) when AC power is connected and the brightness is automatically set dimmer when the computer runs on battery ...

Page 81 - LCD bad pixels principle of computer; Therefore Samsung observes and manages the following; Instructions for Cleaning the LCD

80 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade LCD Brightness Control LCD bad pixels principle of computer • Samsung observes the specifi cations regarding strict quality and reliability of LCD. But in spite of that, it is inevitable that there might be a small number of bad pixels. A large number of bad pixels...

Page 82 - BIOS Setup; Use the BIOS setup to defi ne a boot password, change the; Entering the BIOS Setup; Turn the computer on.

80 81 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade BIOS Setup The BIOS Setup enables you to confi gure your computer hardware according to your needs. Use the BIOS setup to defi ne a boot password, change the • booting priority, or add a new device.Since incorrect settings may cause your system to • malfunction ...

Page 83 - The BIOS Setup Screen; Setup Menu; System Setup Keys; In the Setup, you have to use the keyboard.

82 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade The BIOS Setup Screen The BIOS Setup menus and items may diff er depending on your computer model. Setup Menu Setup Items Help Help for the selected item appears automatically. Setup Menu Description SysInfo This is a description about the basic specifi cations of ...

Page 84 - Setting a Boot Password; Do not lose or forget your password.; Setting a Supervisor Password; Select the; Security; menu in the BIOS Setup.; Set Supervisor Password; The supervisor password has been set.; window, the settings are not complete; Enter

82 83 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Setting a Boot Password When setting a password, you have to enter a password to use the computer or enter the BIOS Setup. By confi guring a password, you can restrict system access to authorized users only and protect data and fi les saved on the computer. Do n...

Page 85 - Setting a Boot Password; Setting a User Password; Changing the hard disk drive password

84 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Setting a Boot Password Setting a User Password Users can start the system with a user password, but cannot enter the System Setup. By doing this, you can prevent other users from entering Setup.Before configuring a user password, a supervisor password must have be...

Page 86 - Deactivating the Password; > key is pressed in the; Setup Notice

84 85 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Setting a Boot Password Deactivating the Password 1 Press < Enter > on the password to be deactivated. For example, to deactivate a supervisor password in the Set Supervisor Password item, press < Enter >. 2 In the Enter Current Password item, enter ...

Page 87 - Changing the Boot Priority; Boot; SATA HDD

86 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Changing the Boot Priority By default, the highest boot priority device is set to the CD-ROM/DVD drive. As an example, the procedures to change the highest boot priority device to the hard disk drive are described below. The screen images in this document may diff ...

Page 88 - Upgrading Memory; Replace or install new memory only after shutting the; Adding or Replacing Memory Modules; Remove the screw on the memory compartment cover at the; Insert a new memory module into the memory slot at an

86 87 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Upgrading Memory One or more memory modules are installed on the computer.There are 2 memory slots and users can replace the installed memory or add new memory. Replace or install new memory only after shutting the • computer down completely. Do not replace or i...

Page 89 - Upgrading Memory; Push the memory module down so that it is completely fi xed.

88 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Upgrading Memory 3 Push the memory module down so that it is completely fi xed. If the memory does not fi t easily, push the memory module down while pulling the memory module latches outward. 4 Close the memory compartment cover and fasten the screw. Removing a me...

Page 90 - Battery; Carefully read and follow the precautions printed on the; Precautions; Use only chargers specifi ed in the User Manual.; Charging the Battery; Attach the battery and connect the AC adapter to the DC-in; AC adapter not; Off

88 89 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Please refer to the following instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power. A Lithium-Ion smart battery is supplied with this computer. Carefully read and follow the precautions printed on the • battery before u...

Page 91 - Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge; To use the shortcut key to view; Press the; Confi rming the battery charge in the Taskbar

90 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge You can view the battery charge status by completing the following procedures. To use the shortcut key to view Press the + keys on the keyboard. The remaining battery charge (%) will displayed for a moment.You can only...

Page 92 - Extending the Battery Usage Time; Decreasing the LCD Brightness; Using the Easy Battery Manager power options; Power Options

90 91 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Extending the Battery Usage Time Decreasing the LCD Brightness Press the + keys on the keyboard to decrease the LCD brightness to extend the battery usage time. Using Battery Manager (Optional) Battery Manager is a power management program that enables u...

Page 93 - Samsung Battery Manager; Maximum; - If you change the power settings, the properties in; Power; window will also be changed.

92 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery ► For Windows XP Click Samsung Battery Manager . Select Power Mode Power-saving Eff ect Maximum Battery Mode This mode is appropriate for the environment that requires maximum battery lifetime. The system performance may be degraded in this mode. What is th...

Page 94 - Run; Battery Life Extender; When the following screen appears, select a mode and click; button. You can use the battery in the selected mode.; Battery Normal Mode; Battery Normal; you can use the battery life cycle extension mode.

92 93 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Extending the Battery Life (Optional) The Battery Life Extender is a battery power management program that enables extending the battery life. Users can change the settings depending on their requirements. The Battery Life Extender is optional and may no...

Page 95 - Using the Battery Calibration Function

94 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Using the Battery Calibration Function When charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short time only, the battery usage time may be reduced by the diff erence between the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display.In this case, the actu...

Page 96 - Installing/Removing the Battery; Shutdown the system, close the LCD panel and place the; outwards; To install the battery again, slide the battery into the system.; Check if the battery latch has been moved inwards.

94 95 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Installing/Removing the Battery 1 Shutdown the system, close the LCD panel and place the computer upside down on a fl at surface. 2 Pull the two battery latches outwards , then remove the battery. 3 To install the battery again, slide the battery into th...

Page 97 - Using the Security Lock Port

96 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Using the Security Lock Port You can connect a Kensington lock to the Security Lock port to prevent your computer from being stolen when you have to use the computer in a public place.To use this feature, you have to purchase the Kensington lock additionally. To us...

Page 99 - Samsung Recovery Solution; key in the booting screen.; Samsung Recovery Solution Functions; Backup/Restore Functions; Backup Function; Backs up drive C or required folders and fi les.; Complete Backup; Restore Function; Restores major Windows fi les, drive C, or; Basic Restore

98 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional) Samsung Recovery Solution is a program that enables restoring or backing up the hard disk drive for when a problem occurs with the computer.If the computer fails to boot up, you can restore the computer by pressing the key in the bo...

Page 100 - System Software Functions; Partition Setup & Initial Status Backup; Partition Setup

98 99 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore System Software Functions Samsung Recovery Solution provides system software so that you can reinstall or copy the device drivers and system software necessary for normal operations onto a separate storage device. Restore Function Not only can you use Samsung Recove...

Page 101 - Restoring the computer; – When Windows is running:; Turn the computer on and press the; Restore; If you click; Select by Symptom; , the Select by Symptom

100 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Restoring the computer Restore is a function that enables restoring the computer to a saved point when the computer was purchased or a user-saved point.The Restore function provides the Basic Restore and Complete Restore options. 1 – When Windows is running: Click Sam...

Page 103 - Complete Backup/Restore; Backup; Select the DVD drive.; Next; Performs the Complete Backup operation; System Software Backup:; This function backs up the

102 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Complete Backup/Restore A Complete Backup saves the complete image of the C drive onto another drive or DVD. A Complete Restore restores the image fi le saved by the Complete Backup onto the C drive. Complete Backup If you run Complete Backup using a DVD, you can rest...

Page 105 - Complete Restore

104 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Complete Restore 1 – When backing up onto DVD Turn the computer on and insert the backup DVD into the DVD drive.If there are multiple backup DVDs, insert the fi rst DVD. – When backing up to another drive Proceed to Step 2. 2 When the Samsung Recovery Solution start s...

Page 106 - Data Backup; SamsungRecovery\SamsungData; folder

104 105 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Data Backup/Restore Data Backup enables you to save specifi c fi les or folders onto another drive or DVD. Data Restore enables you to restore data using the data saved by a Data Backup when data is lost. This guide describes the Backup and Restore procedures on t...

Page 107 - Data Restore

106 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Data Restore 1 – When backing up onto DVD Turn the computer on and insert the backup DVD into the DVD drive. – When backing up to another drive Proceed to Step 2. 2 When the initial menu screen appears, click Restore and then click Data Restore . 3 Select a backup ite...

Page 108 - System Software Function; The system software function is supported by; later; function may not be supported depending on the version.; Installing System Software; When the initial menu screen appears, click; System Software; When the; Samsung System Software; screen appears, check; Install Now; After the installation is complete, the computer will restart.

106 107 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore System Software Function The System Software function is a function that enables you to reinstall device drivers and System Software Programs or back up those programs. The system software function is supported by Samsung Recovery Solution version 4 or later . The...

Page 109 - System Software Backup

108 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional) System Software Backup 1 When the initial menu screen appears, click System Software > System Software Backup . 2 Specify the Save Path. If your computer has a DVD-Writer, you can specify the DVD drive as the Save Path. Select D...

Page 110 - Recovery Solution Representation (Optional); What is a Recovery Area?

108 109 Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Recovery Solution Representation (Optional) What is a Recovery Area? Samsung computers have an additional partition to recover • computers or save backup files. (Only for models with the Samsung Recovery Solution.) This partition is called a Recovery Area and it i...

Page 112 - Safety Instructions; Setting Up your System; Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in; Important Safety Information

111 Chapter 5. Appendix Safety Instructions Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are fol...

Page 113 - Care During Use

112 Chapter 5. Appendix Care During Use Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid • spills is to not eat or drink near your system.Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the • system board. There is a danger ...

Page 114 - Replacement Parts and Accessories; Battery Disposal; Class 1M laser radiation when operating part is open.

112 113 Chapter 5. Appendix Replacement Parts and Accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by manufacturer. To reduce the risk of fi re, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Do not use this product in areas classifi ed as hazardous. Such areas include...

Page 115 - Connecting and Disconnecting the AC adapter; Do not unplug the power cord by only pulling the cable.; Power Cord Requirements; General Requirements; The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries:; All power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable

114 Chapter 5. Appendix Replacement Parts and Accessories Connecting and Disconnecting the AC adapter The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. Do not unplug the power cord by only pulling the cable. Power Cord Requirements The power cord set (wall plu...

Page 116 - Regulatory Compliance Statements; Wireless Guidance; Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere

114 115 Chapter 5. Appendix Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance (If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band) Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/5GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. The foll...

Page 117 - Every country has different restrictions on the use of; United States of America; USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices; Use in specific environments:; Explosive Device Proximity Warning

116 Chapter 5. Appendix Regulatory Compliance Statements Every country has different restrictions on the use of • wireless devices. Since your system is equipped with a wireless device, when traveling between countries with your system, check with the local Radio Approval authorities prior to any mo...

Page 118 - Use On Aircraft Caution; Other Wireless Devices; Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network:; Refer; Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

116 117 Chapter 5. Appendix Use On Aircraft Caution Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments. Other Wireless Devices Safety Notices for Other Devices in the Wireless Network...

Page 119 - Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15

118 Chapter 5. Appendix If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet helpful: “Something About Interference.”This is available at FCC local regional offices. Our company is not respo...

Page 120 - FCC Statement for Wireless LAN use:

118 119 Chapter 5. Appendix Wireless devices are not user serviceable. Do not modify them in any way.Modification to a wireless device will void the authorization to use it. Contact manufacturer for service. FCC Statement for Wireless LAN use: While installing and operating this transmitter and ante...

Page 122 - Canada; Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003

120 121 Chapter 5. Appendix Canada Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radi...

Page 124 - Ringer Equivalence Number

122 123 Chapter 5. Appendix Telecommunications per DOC notice (for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem) The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements...

Page 125 - Brazil; European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices

124 Chapter 5. Appendix Brazil Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário. European Union European Union CE Marking and Com...

Page 126 - EU R&TTE Compliance Statements; English

124 125 Chapter 5. Appendix European Radio Approval Information (for products fi tted with EU-approved radio devices) This Product is a Notebook computer; low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/5GHz band, may be present (embed...

Page 128 - European Economic Area Restrictions

126 127 Chapter 5. Appendix Íslenska[Icelandic] Hér með lýsir Samsung yfi r því að Notebook PC er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk[Norwegian] Samsung erklærer herved at utstyret Notebook PC er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevan...

Page 129 - General

128 Chapter 5. Appendix The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area. However, authorization for use is further restricted in particular countries or regions within countries, as follows: General European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW e...

Page 130 - Marking by the symbol

128 129 Chapter 5. Appendix Regulatory Compliance Statements European Telecommunication Information (for products fitted with EU-approved modems) Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this equipment to the Radio and Telecom Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC. Such marking is indicative t...

Page 131 - WEEE Symbol Information; Correct disposal of batteries in this product; USA ONLY

130 Chapter 5. Appendix WEEE Symbol Information Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the pr...

Page 132 - Main Memory; Memory type: DDR3 SODIMM; Hard Disk Drive; °C when operating; Product Specifications

130 131 Chapter 5. Appendix The system specifications may differ depending on the derived models.For detailed system specifications, refer to the product catalogue. CPU (Optional) Intel i3/i5/i7 (Core) /Pentium Dual Core / Celeron ProcesorAMD Dual Core Processor Main Memory Memory type: DDR3 SODIMM ...

Page 133 - Registered Trademarks; ENERGY STAR® Partner

132 Chapter 5. Appendix Product Specifications Registered Trademarks Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co., Ltd.Intel, Pentium/Celeron are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation.Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.All other product...

Page 134 - Glossary; (Double Data Rate Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory)

132 133 Chapter 5. Appendix Glossary The Glossary lists the terminologies used in this User Guide. For terminologies other than these, look in Windows Help. Backup A way to save the current data to restore it later if necessary. A backup is a way to restore computer data when the data or computer is...

Page 136 - ( Personal Computer Memory Card International

134 135 Chapter 5. Appendix MMC (MultiMedia Card) card This is an external-type flash memory used for mobile devices such as mobile phones or digital cameras. Network A group of computers and devices, such as printers and scanners, connected by a communications link. A network can be either small or...

Page 137 - This is the extension of the SD card that supports over 2GB bytes.

136 Chapter 5. Appendix SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card This is the extension of the SD card that supports over 2GB bytes. Server In general, a server refers to a computer that provides shared resources for network users. Share This refers to setting a resource of a computer such as a folde...

Page 138 - Index

136 137 Chapter 5. Appendix Index JO4xx_RC JO5xx_RCJO7xx_RC SA2_4xx_RVSA2_5xx_RV A AP 67 B Battery 89 BIOS Setup 81 Booting Priority 86 C CD Drive 47 Charge 89 Click 41 D Double-Click 42 Drag 42 Dual View 53 L LCD Brightness 79 M Memory 87 Monitor Connection / Output 51 Multi Card Slot 48 O Overview...