Samsung NP940X3G-K06DE - Manuals

5 Chapter 1 Getting Started Before You Start Copyright © 2014 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 El...

5 6 Chapter 1 Getting Started Installation Related Do not install the product in places exposed to humidity such as 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 chi...

7 Chapter 1 Getting Started G 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 fire hazard. Do not use a damaged or loose main plug or power cord or power outlet. There is a danger of ...

7 8 Chapter 1 Getting Started Connect the power cord to an outlet or multiple power plug (extended cable) with a ground terminal. Failure to do so may result in electric shock. When the power supply is ungrounded, the current may leak resulting in electric shock. If water or other conductive substan...

9 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 authorized ba...

9 10 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...

11 Chapter 1 Getting Started Safety Precautions Warning Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Thereafter, if you connect the AC adapter, the battery power • will be supplied again. Do not cut the battery power under normal • conditions.Th...

11 12 Chapter 1 Getting Started 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...

13 Chapter 1 Getting Started Security and Movement Related Follow the instructions for the relevant location (e.g., airplane, hospital, etc.) when using a wireless communication device (wireless LAN, Bluetooth, etc.). Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. Security devices with magnetic fields i...

15 Chapter 1 Getting Started Usage Related Use the pen for its intended purpose only. Using the pen improperly may cause physical injury. Do not place a candle, light a cigar, etc. over or on the product. There is a danger of fire. Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part. Failure to do...

17 18 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 mo...

19 Chapter 1 Getting Started Safety Precautions Using the Power Supply in an Airplane Since the power outlet type differs depending on the type of airplane, connect the power appropriately. Since the representative figures of the power plug and the auto adapter are used, they may differ from the act...

19 20 Chapter 1 Getting Started Safety Precautions When Using the Auto Adapter When a cigar socket is provided, you have to use the auto adapter (optional). Insert the cigar plug of the auto adapter into the cigar socket and connect the DC plug of the auto adapter to the power input port of the comp...

21 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 follo...

21 22 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 excessively...

23 Chapter 1 Getting Started Proper Posture During Computer Use Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers) Check your volume first 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 dev...

23 24 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 differ from the actual appearance of the product depending on the m...

25 Chapter 1 Getting Started Overview Status indicators and sensors (Optional) 3 1 4 2 1 Power This shows the computer operating status. On: When the computer is operating. Blinks: When the computer is in Sleep mode. 2 Charge Status This shows the power source and the battery charge status. Green: W...

25 26 Chapter 1 Getting Started Overview Right View 1 2 3 4 1 Monitor Port A port used to connect a monitor, TV or projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB interface. You can connect a VGA adapter (optional). 2 Ear-set / headset Jack This is the jack for connecting an ear-set or headset. 3 USB Port You ca...

27 Chapter 1 Getting Started Overview Left View 4 5 1 2 3 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 USB port may take •...

27 28 Chapter 1 Getting Started Bottom View 1 1 Speaker A device used to generate sound. Overview

29 Chapter 1 Getting Started Turning the Computer On and Off Turning the computer on 1 Connect the AC adapter . 2 Lift the LCD panel up. 3 Press the Power button to turn the computer on. About Windows Activation When you turn the computer on for the first time, the Windows activation screen appears....

29 30 Chapter 1 Getting Started Turning the computer off Since the procedures to turn the computer off may differ • 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 do...

31 Chapter 1 Getting Started On the Charms 1 Open the Charms . • Touch screen: Swipe inward from the right edge. • Touchpad/mouse: Drag the mouse pointer to the top- or the bottom-right corner of the screen. 2 Click Settings 검색 공유 시작 장치 설정 > Power 한 > Shut down . If you want to power off your ...

Chapter 2. Using Windows What is Microsoft Windows? 33 Screen At a Glance 34 Using the Charms 37 Using Apps 39 Windows Hot Key Function 44 Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) 45

33 Chapter 2 Using Windows What is Microsoft Windows? Microsoft Windows is an operating system that is required for operating a computer.To use your computer optimally, you need to know how to use it properly. To learn how to use the operating system, check out Windows Help and Support , and Help+Ti...

34 Chapter 2 Using Windows Screen At a Glance The following two screens are provided: the Start screen and the desktop. Desktop Start Start screen Desktop This provides similar functions to those provided by the desktop in prior Windows 8 versions. 3 4 2 2 1 1 Desktop Refers to the Desktop. 2 Displa...

34 35 Chapter 2 Using Windows Screen At a Glance Using the Start button To quickly and conveniently access various features of Windows, do one of the following: Touch screen: Touch and hold the • Start button ( ). Touchpad/Mouse: Right-click the • Start button ( ). Control PanelFile Explorer Power m...

36 Chapter 2 Using Windows Screen At a Glance 1 Start Screen Refers to the default Start screen of Windows. 2 App Refers to the apps that are currently installed. Samsung Apps supplied with the original factory product are compatible with the product’s supported OS. Changing the OS may result in lim...

36 37 Chapter 2 Using Windows The Charms is a new type of menu that combines the Start menu with the Control Panel of existing Windows. The Charms allows you to quickly configure the device(s) connected to your computer, search for App(s)/file(s), and use the sharing function, etc. Activating the Ch...

38 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using the Charms Changing the Settings Frequently used Windows menus are collected.Click the Charms > Settings . Icon Name Function Description 한 Wireless Network You can connect to a wireless network. Select a wireless network to connect to. 한 Adjusting the Volume You ...

38 39 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using Apps An App refers to an application program (hereafter referred to as an App ). In a larger sense, it refers to all the software programs installed on the operating system. Windows provides basic Apps for frequently performed tasks. Starting/Exiting an App Click ...

40 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using Apps 3 Click on an App in that list or drag it to the center of the screen. Now, you can check the selected App which is currently running. Right-click over the App in the list and click Close to exit the App. 1 2 Using split screens 1 Select the Apps in the Start sc...

40 41 Chapter 2 Using Windows Adding/Removing an App to/from the Start Screen 1 Move to the Apps screen. • Touch screen: Swipe upward from the Start screen. • Touchpad/mouse: Click the icon in the bottom-left corner of the Start screen. 2 Tap and hold the app, or right-click it to display the apps l...

42 Chapter 2 Using Windows To play the photo or movie ► To play the Camera-taken photos instantly • Touch screen: Swipe from the left to the right. • Mouse: Click the arrow symbol in the left of the screen. ► On the Start screen, Select Photos > Camera Roll . You can play a continuous roll of cap...

42 43 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using the Windows Store If you run the App Store in the Start screen, the Apps in the Windows Store are displayed. However, a Microsoft account is required to purchase App(s) in the Windows Store.Continue after registering your Microsoft Account in the Charms . Samsung ...

44 Chapter 2 Using Windows Windows Hot Key Function You can use the following convenient hot keys in Windows. Function Hot Keys Function Description Displaying the Start Screen Windows Key Switches to Start mode. Displaying the Desktop Windows Key + D Switches to Desktop mode. Running the Charms Win...

44 45 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) You can use the computer using the touch screen only, without using the keyboard and mouse. The touch screen function is only supported for models which have the function installed at the factory. If you are using your com...

46 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Touch Operation Function Description Swipe inward from the left edge Displays the last run App. or Swipe downward from the top edge, or swipe upward from the bottom edge Displays the options for the currently running applicat...

46 47 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Touch Operation Function Description Touching slightly (Clicking) Slightly press with your finger to select an item.(If you slightly touch a specific menu, option, application icon, etc. on the screen, the corresponding ca...

48 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Touch Operation Function Description Touching and holding for a while (Right-clicking your mouse) Provides the same function as right-clicking your mouse button.Displays the additional options which can be set for the selecte...

48 49 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Calibrating the Screen If you are using the touch screen for the first time or the pointer is not aiming correctly and the accuracy has declined, calibrate your screen.The screen calibration process may differ depending on...

50 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Entering Characters You can use the keyboard or Touch Keyboard to enter characters.Entering characters may differ depending on the operating system and is not supported by some operating systems. If you are using your compute...

50 51 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Touch-enabled mode The touch-enabled mode provides the same input environment as the physical keyboard. 1 Tap the Touch-enabled mode on the Touch Keyboard . 2 Press the keys to enter your characters. Entering characters in...

52 Chapter 2 Using Windows Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only) Note for Using the Touch Screen When using the touch screen, make sure to keep your hands • clean and dry. In humid environments, dry off your hands and the surface of the touch screen before using the touch screen. Do not di...

Keyboard 54 Touchpad 57 External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased) 61 Multi Card Slot (Optional) 63 Connecting an External Display Device 66 Adjusting the Volume 69 LCD Brightness Control 70 Wired Network 72 Wireless Network (Optional) 76 Mobile broadband (Wireless WAN, Optional) 78 Using the TPM...

54 Chapter 3. Using the computer Keyboard Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections. The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard. • The keyboard may differ depending on your country. The following mainly describes the shortcut keys. • Shortcut Keys Whil...

54 55 Chapter 3. Using the computer Keyboard Shortcut Keys Name Function Settings The Samsung software control program, the Settings , is launched. Screen Brightness Control Controls the screen brightness. LCD/External Monitor Switches the screen output to the LCD or external monitor when an externa...

56 Chapter 3. Using the computer Keyboard Other Function Keys (Optional) Performs the right-click mouse function (touchpad). • + If you press the • Fn Lock key, you can use the hot key functions without pressing the Fn key. If the hot keys do not work properly, you have to install the Settings .

56 57 Chapter 3. 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. Touch the touchpad with your fingers only. • Anything other than your fingers, such as a ball-point ...

58 Chapter 3. Using the computer Right Button Function This corresponds to clicking the right mouse button.Press the right touchpad button once. The corresponding pop-up menu appears. Click Drag Function Dragging refers to moving an item to another place after selecting it.Press and hold down the le...

58 59 Chapter 3. 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 finger...

60 Chapter 3. Using the computer 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. Alternatively, press the key and then press the key to turn the touchpad ...

60 61 Chapter 3. Using the computer This computer supports an external USB CD-ROM drive (can be additionally purchased).Check if the interface type of the external CD-ROM drive is a USB type. For detailed specifications, refer to the catalog. Do not insert a cracked or scratched CD. • Otherwise, the...

62 Chapter 3. Using the computer Inserting and Ejecting a CD 1 Press the Eject button of the CD drive. Status Indicator Eject Button Emergency Hole 2 When the CD tray opens, insert a CD or DVD and push the tray in until it clicks. 3 Push the CD tray inward until it clicks. The CD drive status indica...

62 63 Chapter 3. Using the computer Multi Card Slot (Optional) Using the multi-card slot, you can read and write data on various types of memory cards.When you insert a memory card, make sure to insert the memory card in the correct direction. Pushing an incorrectly inserted memory card may damage t...

64 Chapter 3. Using the computer Multi Card Slot (Optional) 1 Insert a memory card into the multi-card slot in the correct direction. 2 The following message appears on the top right. Click to open the folder and click View Files. If a message appears to notify you of any problem, click the correspo...

64 65 Chapter 3. 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 Cli...

66 Chapter 3. 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.You can connect a D-SUB ...

66 67 Chapter 3. Using the computer 2 Connect the power cord of the connected monitor, TV or projector and turn the power on. Change your TV to external device mode when connecting to the TV. 3 Select Charms menu > Devices 검색 공유 시작 장치 설정 > Projector > Second Screen . Select a desired monito...

68 Chapter 3. Using the computer 1 Connect the HDMI to micro HDMI cable to the HDMI port of the TV. HDMI to micro HDMI External Monitor TV Projector This is only supported for models that support a TV output • port (HDMI).When a TV provides more than one HDMI port, connect • the computer to the DVI ...

68 69 Chapter 3. 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 + o r + Alternatively, press the + key combination to turn the volume on or off. Adjusting the Volume using the Volume Adjustm...

70 Chapter 3. Using the computer LCD Brightness Control Controlling the Brightness Using the Keyboard 1 Click the Charms menu > Settings 검색 공유 시작 장치 설정 > Screen Adjustment icon 한 . 2 Adjust the brightness with the screen brightness control bar. Switching the picture mode You can switch the pic...

70 71 Chapter 3. Using the computer The screen brightness is automatically set to the brightest level when AC power is connected and the brightness is automatically set dimmer when the computer runs on battery power to extend the battery use time. Saving battery power consumption • Decreases the LCD...

72 Chapter 3. Using the computer Wired Network A wired network is a network environment used for a company network or broadband internet connection at home. You can use wired LAN by using the LAN adapter (Optional). • This manual is based on the latest Windows. The content • or pictures may differ f...

72 73 Chapter 3. Using the computer 4 Select Ethenet and click the right button of the touch pad and select Properties . The LAN Device name may differ depending on your computer’s Network Device. 5 Select Internet Protocol Version 4(TCP/IPv4) from the list of Network Components and click Properties...

74 Chapter 3. Using the computer Wired Network 6 Configure the IP settings. When using DHCP, select Obtain an IP address automatically . To use a static IP address, select Use the following IP address , and set the IP address manually. When not using DHCP, ask your network administrator for the IP a...

74 75 Chapter 3. Using the computer Wired Network Wake On LAN activated by Ping is not supported. When connected to a 100Mbps/1Gbps wired LAN and the computer exits Sleep/hibernation mode, a message appears informing you of a connection to a 10Mbps/100Mbps wired LAN. This happens because when the co...

76 Chapter 3. Using the computer A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network environment that enables communication between multiple computers at home or a small-size office through wireless LAN devices. The screen figures and terms may differ depending on the • model.Depending on the...

76 77 Chapter 3. Using the computer Wireless Network (Optional) Connecting to a Wireless LAN If there is an AP, you can connect to the Internet via the AP using the Wireless LAN connection method provided by Windows. 1 If you click the Charms menu > Settings 검색 공유 시작 장치 설정 > Network Connection...

78 Chapter 3. Using the computer Mobile broadband (Wireless WAN, Optional) A wireless wide area network (WWAN) is a mobile broadband network that is available in mobile phone service areas. The descriptions below are for computer models with • mobile broadband devices. A mobile broadband device is o...

78 79 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the TPM Security Device (Optional) A TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security device is a security solution that protects your personal information by saving the user authentication data on the TPM chip installed on the computer.To use the TPM security device,...

80 Chapter 3. Using the computer Initializing the TPM chip When you use the TPM function for the first time or you want to register the user again, you have to initialize the TPM chip. Initializing the TPM chip erases all authentication • information saved on the TPM chip. Any decision to initialize...

80 81 Chapter 3. Using the computer 5 When the system reboots, press the corresponding key(s) by following the onscreen instructions. 6 When the computer restarts automatically and the Samsung logo screen appears, press the F2 key repeatedly. 7 Select the Security > TPM Configuration > Change ...

82 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the TPM Security Device (Optional) Registering the TPM program 1 On the Start screen, click the bottom-left icon , and then click Infineon Security Platform Solution > Security Platform Management > User Settings . (Run as administrator)Alternatively, dou...

82 83 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the TPM Security Device (Optional) Using the TPM program For more information about using the TPM program, refer to the online help for the program. Encrypting a file (folder) This function enables encrypting files and folders. You can safely protect documen...

84 85 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the TPM Security Device (Optional) Using the virtual drive (Personal Secure Drive: PSD) The virtual drive (PSD) is a virtual space to save and manage confidential data. In the created virtual drive (PSD), you can create files and folders as with a normal dri...

86 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the TPM Security Device (Optional) When you have to register again (to erase the authentication information on the TPM chip) To register a user again, you need to delete the existing authentication information saved on the TPM chip and then clear the TPM chip. ...

86 87 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the TPM Security Device (Optional) Deleting the existing authentication information saved on the TPM chip. 1 On the desktop, select the Charms menu > Settings > Control Panel > Programs > Uninstall a program > Infineon TPM Professional Package...

88 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the Multimedia App (Optional) S PhotoStudio and S Player+ enables you to take photos and make videos and edit them to your preference. S PhotoStudio Edit photos that you took or selected to your preference. S Player+ Play music or video clips stored on the comp...

88 89 Chapter 3. Using the computer Using the Multimedia App (Optional) Using the PhotoStudio app 1 On the Start screen, select S PhotoStudio . 2 Select a photo to edit. 3 Select an editing mode from the lower-right bar. The content of the top-left bar differs depending on the selected editing mode....

90 Chapter 3. Using the computer Samsung Software Update SW Update is a software program that searches for Samsung software programs and drivers installed when you purchased the computer and helps you update any drivers or programs. You can check updatable files before performing the • update only w...

90 91 Chapter 3. Using the computer Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting The Support Center program, which is Samsung’s computer’s troubleshooting guide, supports diagnosing the system and has a FAQ for frequently occurring problem(s). Support Center may not be provided or may be a dif...

92 Chapter 3. Using the computer Slim Security Slot Secure the computer to an object by connecting the security lock (optional) to the security slot. The security slot is designed for Samsung Security Locks only, which are sold separately. Other security locks will not fit in the slot.Loop the Samsu...

BIOS Setup 94 Setting a Boot Password 96 Changing the Boot Priority 99 Battery 100 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade

94 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade BIOS Setup The BIOS Setup enables you to configure your computer hardware according to your needs. Use the BIOS setup to define a boot password, change the • booting priority, or add a new device.Since incorrect settings may cause your system to • malfunction or cr...

94 95 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade The BIOS Setup Screen The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on your computer model. System Time > System Date > SATA Port 1 SanDisk SSD U100 126GB CPU Vender Intel(R) CPU Type Core Core(TM) i5-3317U CPU CPU Speed 1.70 GHz CPU VT (VT-x) Suppor...

96 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Setting a Boot Password If you set a password, you have to enter the password when you turn the computer on or enter the BIOS Setup.By configuring a password, you can restrict system access to authorized users only and protect data and files saved on the computer. ...

96 97 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Setting a Boot Password Setting a User Password Using the User Password, you can turn the computer on but you cannot change the major settings of the BIOS Setup because you cannot enter the BIOS Setup. This helps prevent unauthorized access to the major settings...

98 Chapter 4. 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 the...

98 99 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Changing the Boot Priority The computer is configured so that it boots from the HDD with priority, by default.This section will show you how to change the setting so that the computer boots from a USB device. The screen image and terms may change depending on th...

100 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Battery Please refer to the following instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power. This computer is equipped with an internal battery. Precautions Users cannot remove or replace the internal battery. • To remove or repla...

100 101 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Battery Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge You can view the battery charge status by completing the following procedures. Confirming the battery charge in the Taskbar Disconnect the AC adapter and move the mouse cursor over the battery icon in the system t...

102 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Battery Extending the Battery Usage Time Decreasing the LCD Brightness 1 Click the Charms menu > Settings 검색 공유 시작 장치 설정 > Screen Adjustment icon 한 . 2 Adjust the brightness with the screen brightness control bar. The battery life will be extended. Using the...

102 103 Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade Battery Using the Battery Calibration Function (Optional) When charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short time only, the battery usage time may be reduced by the difference between the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display.In this...

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional) 105Reinstalling Windows (Optional) 112 Q&A 115

105 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional) If a problem occurs with your computer, Recovery (recovery program) allows you to easily restore your computer to the default (factory) settings. Alternatively, you can back up your computer so that you can restore it to yo...

106 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Recovering You can restore the computer settings to the factory default settings if the computer fails to boot up, or if you encounter a serious problem with the computer. 1 - If Windows does not start Turn on the computer and press the F4 key several times to enter th...

106 107 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Recovering after a Backup You can recover your computer after you have backed up your computer to a separate drive or external storage device. Backing up 1 To back up your computer to an external storage device, connect the external storage device and select the re...

108 109 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting To copy the external storage disk When you replace a storage device such as the HDD, SSD, etc. (hereafter referred to as a hard disk) built into your computer, you can move your existing data to the new storage device easily and safely. The new storage device must ...

110 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Export Disk Image Function If you frequently recover your computer to the default (factory) settings, you can conveniently recover your computer after exporting the default (factory) status disk image to an external storage device. 1 Connect the external storage device...

110 111 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional) Computer Recovery Function in Windows If a problem occurs with your computer, the recovery program allows you to restore your computer to the default settings. For models where the SSD is less than 64GB, use the Windows...

112 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Reinstalling Windows (Optional) You can reinstall Windows using the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA for Windows when Windows is no longer working properly. (For models supplied with a SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA.) A • SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA may not be supplied depending on your compute...

112 113 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Reinstalling Windows (Optional) 4 The following window appears, select an installation option. If you click Custom , the procedures from Step 5 continue sequentially. If you click Upgrade , the procedures from Step 6 continue sequentially. This screen may not be di...

114 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Reinstalling Windows (Optional) Reinstalling when Windows does not start When Windows does not start, boot up with the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA and from there you can reinstall Windows. 1 Insert the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA into the DVD drive and restart the computer. 2 If t...

114 115 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting You can look for potential problems that may occur with the system and view the relevant solutions. Also, you may look up any reference(s) required while operating the computer. Recovery Related Q1 What is a Recovery Area? A Samsung computers have an additional par...

116 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Windows Related Q1 I cannot find the computer's Shutdown button. A • Touch screen: - At the upper-right corner of the Start screen, select Power ( 한 ) > Shut down . - Tap Charms > Settings > Power > Shut down. - Tap and hold the Start button to select Shut ...

116 117 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Q&A Q4 How can I change the screen settings, environment settings, color, and so on? A Click Charms > Settings > Change PC Settings > PC and devices . You can set the OS settings such as the screen design, etc. To configure your computer in detail, cli...

118 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Q&A Sound Related Q1 I cannot hear any sound from the TV after connecting via the HDMI port. A 1. Right-click over the taskbar on the Desktop and click Play Device . 2. Change the option to Digital Audio (HDMI), HDMI device, HDMI Output or another option and click ...

Chapter 6. Appendix Important Safety Information 120 Replacement Parts and Accessories 122 Regulatory Compliance Statements 124 WEEE Symbol Information 137 Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program 138 TCO Certified (for corresponding models only) 139 Product Specifications 140 Glossary 142

120 Chapter 6 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 foll...

120 121 Chapter 6 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 dang...

122 Chapter 6 Appendix Replacement Parts and Accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by manufacturer. To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Do not use this product in areas classified as hazardous. Such areas include patien...

122 123 Chapter 6 Appendix Replacement Parts and Accessories Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only. Power Cord Requirements The power cord set (wall plug, ca...

124 Chapter 6 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 following...

124 125 Chapter 6 Appendix Regulatory Compliance Statements 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. Please contact manufacturer for service.Only use drivers approved for the country in which ...

126 Chapter 6 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: Ref...

126 127 Chapter 6 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 re...

128 Chapter 6 Appendix Health and safety information Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification Information This product can contain an embedded radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the exposure limits for radio frequency (RF) energy set by the Fe...

128 129 Chapter 6 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. Intentional Emitter per RSS 210 This device complies wi...

130 Chapter 6 Appendix Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. To prevent radio interfe...

130 131 Chapter 6 Appendix European Union European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Products intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the Conformité Européene (CE) Marking, which indicates compliance with the applicable Directives and European standards and amendments ident...

132 Chapter 6 Appendix EU R&TTE Compliance Statements Česky [Czech] Samsung tímto prohlašuje, že tento Notebook PC je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede Samsung erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Notebook PC overho...

134 Chapter 6 Appendix To view the EU Declaration of Conformity for this product (in English only), go to: http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/main/ supportMain.do or http://www.samsung.com/uk/support then search the model number of the product.If the Declaration of Conformity for the model you are in...

134 135 Chapter 6 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 m...

136 Chapter 6 Appendix Limiting exposure to radio frequency (RF) fields For individuals concerned about limiting their exposure to RF fields, the World Health Organisation (WHO) provides the following advice:Precautionary measures: Present scientific information does not indicate the need for any sp...

136 137 Chapter 6 Appendix WEEE Symbol Information Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessorie...

138 Chapter 6 Appendix In partnering with select recyclers, Samsung offers packaging take-back at no cost to you.Simply call the following number for the locations nearest you. CRT Processing, LLC (877) 278-0799 Kathy Severson – Logistics contact Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recy...

138 139 Chapter 6 Appendix TCO Certified (for corresponding models only) Congratulations!This product is TCO Certified for Usability and the Environment. Félicitations ! The product you have just purchased carries the TCO Certified label. This means that your computer is designed, manufactured and t...

140 Chapter 6 Appendix The system specifications may differ depending on the derived models.For detailed system specifications, refer to the product catalogue. Operating Environment Temperature: -5~40°C for storage, 10~35°C when operating Humidity: 5~90% for storage, 20~80% when operating AC/DC Rati...

140 141 Chapter 6 Appendix Product Specifications Registered Trademarks Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co., Ltd.Intel, Core are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation.Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. The terms HDMI and HDMI ...

142 Chapter 6 Appendix Glossary The Glossary lists the terminologies used in this user manual. 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 dam...