Samsung Galaxy Book2 Business (NP641BED) - User Manual

Getting started 5 Copyright Copyright © 2022 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.This manual is protected under international copyright laws.No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recor...

Getting started 6 • Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. Energy Star (USA only) As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Samsung has...

Getting started 7 Product capacity representation Storage capacity representation The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1 KB = 1,000 Bytes.However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage device capacity assuming that 1 KB = 1,024...

Getting started 8 Front view 10 56 2 7 8 9 4 3 1 1 Layout Leaving the screen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the screen, or turn on the screen saver or power saving mode when you are not using the computer. • Features or options may differ d...

Getting started 10 Right view 1 2 4 3 Number/Name Description SIM card tray (LTE models only) • Insert the SIM or USIM card. Memory card slot • Insert a memory card into the slot. USB 3.2 port • Connect various peripheral devices, such as a mouse, camera, or keyboard. Security slot • Secure the comp...

Getting started 11 Number/Name Description HDMI port • Used to connect an HDMI cable to an external device. Wired LAN port • Connect the Ethernet cable to this port. USB Type-C port • Connect the adapter to charge the computer. You can also use or charge USB Type-C devices. Also, you can connect ext...

Getting started 12 • It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a connected device. • The battery power level may be reduced when charging a connected device while the computer is powered by the battery. • The charging status of the connected device is not displayed on the computer. • Th...

Getting started 13 Number/Name Description Fan vents • Sucks in outside air and discharges heat generated inside the computer through these holes. • If the vents are blocked the computer may overheat. Avoid blocking the vents as this may be dangerous. Internal battery • Provides power to the compute...

Getting started 14 3 The computer turns on automatically when the display panel is opened.If the computer does not turn on automatically, press the Power button. Set the device to not turn on the computer automatically when the display panel is opened.1. Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Sams...

Getting started 15 Turning the computer off 1 Select the Start button ( ). 2 Select → Shut down . Save all data before turning off the computer. About Windows Activation When you turn the computer on for the first time, the Windows Activation screen appears.Follow the activation procedures according...

Getting started 16 Windows Microsoft Windows is an operating system that is used to control a computer. • Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system. • This manual is designed for Windows 11 and content may differ depending on the OS version. • The image dis...

Getting started 17 Configuring the Windows Settings You can configure the basic system settings, such as installing or uninstalling apps and managing accounts, on the Windows Settings screen.Select the Start button ( ) → Settings . Then, select an option you want to change after the Windows Settings...

18 • Press and hold the Fn key and press the F12 key. When the Fn Lock feature turns on, press a hot key. When the Fn Lock feature is on, hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. Using hot keys To use keyboard hot keys, do one of the following: • Press and hold the Fn key and press a hot ...

Basics 19 Key/Icon Description F9 • Keyboard backlight brightness : Turn the keyboard backlight on or off and adjust its brightness. • Turn the display on or off. F10 • Consulting Mode : Invert the screen so that the image appears normally when the screen is flipped. This feature may not be availabl...

Basics 20 Touchpad Use the touchpad to move the cursor or select an item. The left and right buttons of the touchpad act the same as the left and right buttons of a mouse. • Use the touchpad only with fingers. The touchpad will not recognize actions of other objects. • Images and the touchpad layout...

Basics 21 Gesture functions Swiping To scroll up, down, left or right to a desired location, swipe with two fingers on the touchpad. or Pinching To zoom in, spread two fingers apart while viewing a website, map, or image. Pinch to zoom out. Right-clicking This function enables right-clicking.To righ...

Basics 22 Touchpad lock Press and hold the Fn key and press the F5 key to lock the touchpad. Configuring touchpad gestures Configure touchpad gestures to use the touchpad more efficiently.Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → Bluetooth & devices → Touchpad → desired options. Some options in t...

Basics 23 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card) tray (LTE models only) Insert the SIM or USIM card. • Use only a nano-SIM card (sold separately). • Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards. ...

Basics 24 Turning the cellular data off To save battery power, turn off the cellular data when not in use.Select the status icons on the taskbar and select . Cellular data will be disconnected. Cellular data (LTE models only) You can insert the SIM or USIM card so you can access the Internet using y...

Basics 25 Wired LAN 1 Connect a LAN cable to the LAN port on the computer. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Windows Tools → Control Panel . 3 Select Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Change adapter settings . 4 Right-click Ethernet and select Properties . The LAN device n...

Basics 27 Connecting to a Wi-Fi network 1 Select the status icons on the taskbar and select on the Wi- Fi option. Wireless LAN Connect the computer to a wireless network to use the Internet. The descriptions below are for computer models with a Wireless LAN card or device. A Wireless LAN device is o...

Basics 28 Deactivating the Wi-Fi feature When you are not using the Wi-Fi feature, turn it off to save battery power.Select the status icons on the taskbar and select . The Wi-Fi feature is deactivated. Airplane mode This disables all wireless functions on your computer. You can use only non-network...

Basics 29 Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 1 Select the status icons on the taskbar to ensure that Bluetooth is activated. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → Bluetooth & devices → Add device . Bluetooth Use Bluetooth to listen to music or exchange data or media files with other Bluet...

Basics 30 Unpairing Bluetooth devices 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → Bluetooth & devices . Your computer will display the paired devices. 2 On the device you want to unpair from your computer, select → Remove device → Yes . The connection to the Bluetooth device will be disconnected....

Basics 31 3 Select PIN (Windows Hello) → Set up to create a PIN number. 4 Select Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello) → Set up to start the fingerprint registration. 5 Select Get started on the Windows Hello setup window. 6 Repeatedly lift and rest your finger on the fingerprint recognition senso...

Basics 32 For better fingerprint recognition • Prevent the fingerprint recognition sensor from being scratched or damaged by metal objects, such as coins, keys, and necklaces. • Ensure that the fingerprint recognition sensor and your fingers are clean and dry. • The fingerprint recognition sensor ma...

Basics 33 3 Select PIN (Windows Hello) → Set up to create a PIN number. If the face recognition sensor stops functioning, the screen may not be unlocked with the face recognition feature. In this case, you can unlock the screen with the password or PIN that you set. 4 Select Facial recognition (Wind...

Basics 34 • Consider the following when using face recognition: – If your face is too close or far from the screen, the face recognition sensor may not scan your face. – Consider the conditions when registering, such as wearing glasses, hats, masks, beards, or heavy makeup. – Ensure that you are in ...

Basics 35 Inserting a memory card 1 Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in the indicated direction until it clicks into place. 2 If a pop-up message appears, choose an action. 3 Select Open folder to view files . 4 Save, move, or delete data on the memory card. Memory card slot Use a memo...

Basics 36 3 Select Start . • To use a memory card to exchange data with a digital device, such as a digital camera, formatting the data with the digital device is recommended. • When trying to use a formatted memory card in another digital device, format the memory card again in the device. • Data p...

Basics 37 4 On the main computer’s Desktop, select the icon for the connected computer to access the folder being shared. If the computer does not properly scan your Thunderbolt ™ device after connecting it After removing a Thunderbolt ™ device, you can connect a new Thunderbolt ™ device after a few...

Basics 38 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI port of the external display. <When using a USB Type-C or Thunderbolt ™ display cable> Thunderbolt™ 4 port HDMI port <When using an HDMI cable> HDMI port HDMI port External display Connecting the computer to an external display d...

41 Applications Using applications • Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. • Some applications may not be supported depending on the model. • Applications that are provided by Samsung can be installed from Samsung Update . • Third-party software related s...

Applications 42 Menu Description Connections • Set connection settings, such as the Bluetooth connection. Display • Set the appropriate color for the user environment and related settings. Advanced features • Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them. Battery and performan...

Applications 43 2 When you are finished composing the note, select to save it.If you want to save the note in another file format, tap → Save as file . Deleting notes Right-click the note you want to delete on the note list and tap Delete . Samsung Notes Create notes by entering text from the keyboa...

Applications 44 2 Select Privacy Folder → Create Windows password . Follow the on-screen instructions to create a password. If you have already set a Windows password, this step will not appear. 3 Select Set folder settings , and enter your password, then select OK . 4 Select Select Folder and selec...

Applications 45 3 Select a secret screen effect and drag the adjustment bar to set the opacity or darkness level. • Opacity Effect : Make the window transparent. • Dark Screen Effect : Make the window black. Using the secret screen Press and hold the Windows key and press the F11 key to enable the s...

Applications 48 Samsung Gallery View images and videos stored in your computer. You can also sync content with the cloud to update in real time and safely store content across the devices using the same account. Syncing with the cloud 1 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Gallery . 2 Ta...

Applications 49 If you want to know the weather tomorrow, say “Hi, Bixby” and just say “Tomorrow?”If Bixby asks you a question during a conversation, say “Hi, Bixby” and answer Bixby. Or tap and answer Bixby. Waking up Bixby using your voice You can start a conversation with Bixby by saying “Hi, Bix...

Applications 50 6 On the previous device, tap Allow . 7 On your device, select an item to bring and tap Transfer . Transferring data increases the battery power consumption of your device. Ensure that your device is sufficiently charged before transferring data. If the battery power is low, data tra...

Applications 53 3 When you are finished recording the screen, select .You can view the file in File Explorer ( ) → This PC → Videos or Pictures . 4 Select to finish the screen recorder toolbar. • Select to expand or collapse the screen recorder toolbar. • If there is not enough space to save the fil...

Applications 54 Quick Search Search for content on the computer quickly. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Quick Search . 2 Select Start Quick Search . This step appears only when the application runs for the first time. 3 Tap the search field to enter a keyword.Content on your computer wil...

Applications 56 Quick Share Send content to nearby devices via Wi-Fi Direct or Bluetooth. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Quick Share . 2 Select a device to transfer the image to. 3 Select the image. 4 Accept the file transfer request on the other device.

57 Settings & Upgrade Display brightness Adjust the display brightness to reduce eye strain and save power. Controlling brightness using the keyboard • To dim the display screen, press and hold the Fn key and press the F2 key. • To brighten the display screen, press and hold the Fn key and press...

Settings & Upgrade 58 • To mute or unmute the volume, press and hold the Fn key and press the F6 key. Controlling volume using the taskbar 1 Select the status icons on the taskbar. 2 Drag the adjustment bar to the desired volume. Volume adjustment bar Volume Adjust the system volume or sound vol...

Settings & Upgrade 59 Entering the BIOS screen 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. • If the computer is password-protected, press the F2 key several times before the password screen appears. • If the password screen or the Windows start scre...

Settings & Upgrade 60 Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools – Help : View the help for BIOS set up. – Default : Return to the default settings. – Restore : Cancel changes. – Save : Save settings. – Exit : Exit BIOS setup. • Setup menu – SysInfo : View the basic specifications of the computer. ...

Settings & Upgrade 61 Setting passwords There are three password settings available: Supervisor Password , User Password , and HDD Password . • Supervisor Password (low security level): This password is required when turning on the computer or entering the BIOS setup. • User Password (low securi...

Settings & Upgrade 62 5 Enter a password and select Ok . The password should be 8-20 characters and contain both uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. 6 Enter the password again to confirm it and select Ok . 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. • To enable the Password On Boot option, ...

Settings & Upgrade 63 Boot priority Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Boot menu. 4 Select Boot Device Priority . 5 Select an option menu to open the list. 6 Select an option. 7 Sel...

Settings & Upgrade 64 3 Select Advanced → Smart Battery Calibration . 4 The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery is forcefully discharged. To stop the operation, press the Esc key. This operation requires 3–5 hours depending on the battery capacity and the remaining battery ...

Settings & Upgrade 65 Using Tamper Alert The Tamper Alert Configuration provides settings for receiving alerts and device access when undesirable activity is detected in your computer. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Securit...

Settings & Upgrade 66 • To restore the battery power after cutting it, connect the adapter. • When you connect the adapter to a multiport adapter to charge the computer, the charging speed message may appear, but the computer will be charged normally. • If many devices are connected to the multi...

Settings & Upgrade 67 3 When the battery is fully charged, the operating status LED turns green. Disconnect the adapter from the computer. Operating status LED Status • Red : Charging • Green : Fully charged • Blue : Turned on 4 Unplug the adapter from the electric socket. Do not allow the adapt...

Settings & Upgrade 68 Saving battery power Right-click the battery icon on the taskbar and select Power and sleep settings → Power & battery → Battery saver → Turn on now . Battery saver mode is activated. Battery saver mode is disabled when the adapter is connected. Battery usage time Batte...

70 Troubleshooting Samsung Recovery When a problem occurs with the computer, it is easy to restore the computer back to the factory default settings by using the Samsung Recovery application (Recovery/Backup). It is also possible to restore the computer to a previously backed up point. Back up impor...

Troubleshooting 71 2 Select Computer factory reset → Start factory reset . Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery to its initial status. Recovering to factory default You can restore the computer to its factory default settings. If necessary, back up important data to an external...

Troubleshooting 72 2 Select a drive to save the backed up data → Start backup . • When backing up to an external storage device, connect the device to the computer and then select the external drive. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the backup. Backing up user data You can back up dat...

Troubleshooting 73 3 Select Backup and restore management . 4 Select Restore of the data you want to recover → Start restore . 5 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete data recovery. Recovering after a backup Select a backup point saved on an alternate internal drive or an external storage de...

Troubleshooting 75 Q&A When experiencing problems with the computer, try these solutions. Windows How can I uninstall an application? 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → Apps → Apps & features . 2 On the list, select next to the app you want to delete, and then select Uninstall . Wind...

Troubleshooting 76 Why is the capacity representation of the hard disk drive (HDD) in Windows different from the product specifications? The capacity of the storage device (HDD or SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1 KB = 1,000 Bytes. However, the operating system (Windows) calcula...

Troubleshooting 77 Miscellaneous The camera and the microphone are not working. How do I turn them on again? When recording protect mode is activated, the camera and microphone will not work.Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Security → Block Recording and tap the switch to turn the fe...

78 Appendix Product specifications The system specifications may differ depending on the derived model. For detailed system specifications, refer to the product catalog. Item Specification Operating environment • Temperature: -5–40 °C for storage, 10–35 °C when operating • Humidity: 5–90 % for stora...

Appendix 79 • Use an adjustable chair with firm, comfortable support. • Adjust the height of your chair so that thighs are horizontal to the floor and feet are flat on the floor. • The back of the chair should support the lower back. Adjust the backrest to fit your body properly. • Sit back fully in...

Appendix 80 • When using the keyboard and touchpad, the shoulders should be relaxed. The upper arm and forearm should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with the wrist and hand in almost a straight line. • Use a light touch when typing or using the touchpad and keep the hands...

Appendix 81 Hearing and volume control VOLUME Check your volume! • Ensure that the volume is not too loud before using a headset or earphones. Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage. • Always turn the volume down before plugging the earphones into an audio source and use only the...

Appendix 82 • If anyone related to you has experienced seizures or blackouts while using a similar product, consult a physician before using the computer. • If you feel discomfort, such as a muscle spasm, or disoriented, stop using the computer immediately and consult a physician. • To prevent eye s...

Appendix 83 Power related Handle the power cord with care. • Do not touch with wet hands. • Do not use a damaged power cord. • Do not overload a multi-outlet or an extension cord beyond the specified voltage/current capacity. • Firmly insert the power cable into the adapter. • Do not unplug the powe...

Appendix 84 Battery usage related Use manufacturer-approved batteries, adapters, accessories, and supplies. • Using generic batteries or adapters may shorten the life of your product or cause the computer to malfunction. They may also cause a fire or cause the battery to explode. • Use only Samsung-...

Appendix 85 Usage related Do not use the computer on heated floors or electric pads, or on beds, blankets, or cushions that block the ventilation of the computer. A blocked vent causes the computer to overheat, resulting in an explosion, fire, burns, or computer malfunction. Do not use the computer ...

Appendix 86 Caution Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may result in minor physical injury or damage to the computer. 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 el...

Appendix 90 Shut down the computer and disconnect all cables before disassembling the computer. For notebook computers that are supplied with an optional removable battery, disconnect the battery. Failure to do so may cause electric shock. Make sure to close the computer cover before connecting the ...

Appendix 91 Cautions on preventing data loss (storage device (e.g., HDD, SSD, eMMC) management) Take care not to damage the data on a storage device (e.g., HDD, SSD, eMMC). • Subjecting the device to physical impacts may result in data loss. • Data may be lost when the computer is turned off or rese...

Appendix 92 Display bad pixels Samsung observes strict specifications regarding the quality and reliability of the display. However, there is a small chance that a few pixels may be bad. A large number of bad pixels can cause problems with the display, but a small number of bad pixels does not gener...

Appendix 93 Setting up the system • Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before operating the system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. • Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator. • Set up the system ...

Appendix 94 Care during use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • Do not spill anything on the computer or its components. The best way to avoid spills is to not eat or drink near the computer or its components. • Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the syst...

Appendix 95 Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to safety requirements in the user manual. 2 Devices can be used only with the equipment specified in the technical specifications of the devices. 3 If any smell of burning or smoke is detected from the computer ...

Appendix 96 Battery disposal Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Contact the Samsung Service Center for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer. Follow all local regulations when d...

Appendix 97 • Laser Safety Note : Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure. To prevent exposure to laser beams, do not try to open the enclosure of a CD or DVD drive. • Class 1M laser radiation wh...

Appendix 98 General requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: • All power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency responsible for evaluation in the country where the power cord set will be used. • The power cord set must have a minimum current ...

Appendix 99 The RF field strength of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in the notebook are well below all international RF exposure limits as known at this time. Because the wireless devices (which may be embedded into the notebook) emit less energy than is allowed in radio frequen...

Appendix 101 Explosive Device Proximity Warning Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use. Use On Aircraft Caution FCC, FAA, and TCCA regulati...

Appendix 102 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, an...

Appendix 103 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 Federal Comm...

Appendix 105 RTC caution CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the Manufacturer’s instruction. Manufacturer information Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 129, Sam...

Appendix 106 Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée...

Appendix 107 Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe recycling.Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditio...

Appendix 109 Samsung package Take-Back program (USA only) 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) 278-0799Kathy Severson – Logistics contactFor more recycling inf...