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Samsung Amor 900X3A User Manual

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Getting Started
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Using the Computer
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Settings and Upgrade
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Backup / Restore
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Appendix
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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide Getting Started Using the Computer Start Settings and Upgrade Backup / Restore Appendix Contents...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Changing the Boot Priority Overview Battery Turning the Computer On and Off Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Chapter 2. Using the Computer Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional) Keyboard Touchpad Chapter 5. Appendix External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased) Micro SD Card Slot (Optional)
  • Page 3 Chapter 1. Getting Started Product Features Tips Before You Start Safety Precautions Proper Posture During Computer Use Overview Turning the Computer On and Off...

  • Page 4: Product Features

    Power button. (Samsung Fast Start, Optional) • With the Super Bright LCD, you can enjoy bright, clear pictures even when outside exposed to direct sunlight.

  • Page 5: Tips

    The battery usage time may be shortened if you recharge purchased. the battery before it is completely discharged. If you use the Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional) To resolve this problem, enter the BIOS Setup and select function, you can easily and quickly restore the computer...

  • Page 6: Before You Start

    Content included in this section includes Note - Start > All Programs helpful information to use the function. - Start > All Programs > Samsung Samsung • When the programs are not installed, select Recovery Solution > System Software to install the programs.
  • Page 7 The information in this document is subject to change without notice due to improving the performance of the product. Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any data loss. Please Performance Restrictions take care to avoid losing any important data and backup your data to prevent any such data loss.
  • Page 8 1KB=1,000 Bytes. the capacity as 1,022MB or less) However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage For more information, refer to the Samsung Recovery Solution device capacity assuming that 1KB=1,024 Bytes, and therefore the section. capacity representation of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the actual capacity due to the difference in capacity calculation.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Since this is commonly applied to Samsung Computers, some pictures may diff er from actual products. This may increase the internal temperature of the computer and may cause an injury.
  • Page 10 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Warning If the power cord or power outlet makes a noise, disconnect the power cord from the Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may wall outlet and contact a service center. cause personal injury and even fatality. There is a danger of electric shock or fi re hazard.
  • Page 11 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Warning AC Adapter Usage Precautions Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly. Connect the power cord to an outlet or Otherwise, there is a danger of fire due to an multiple power plug (extended cable) with incomplete contact.
  • Page 12 Please use an authorized battery and adapter is still turned on. approved by Samsung Electronics. If you put the computer into your bag without Unauthorized batteries and adapters may not turning it off, the computer may overheat and meet the proper safety requirements and may there is a danger of fire.
  • Page 13 In the case of flooding, lightning or explosions, cut the battery power, do not reconnect the AC adapter, If liquid leaks out of the product(or battery) and immediately contact Samsung Electronics so that or there is a funny smell coming from the appropriate countermeasures can be taken.
  • Page 14 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Warning If the computer is broken or dropped, disconnect the power cord and contact a Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may service center for a safety check. cause personal injury and even fatality. If the notebook computer has an external type (removable) battery, separate the Usage Related...
  • Page 15 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Warning Shut down the computer and disconnect all cables before disassembling the Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may computer. If there is a modem, disconnect cause personal injury and even fatality. the phone line.
  • Page 16 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Warning When carrying the notebook computer with other items, such as the adapter, Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may mouse, books etc, take care not to press cause personal injury and even fatality. anything against the notebook computer.
  • Page 17 This may cause an injury, fire or explosion. When using the computer with it lying on its side, place it so Use only a battery authorized by Samsung Electronics. that the vents face upwards. Failure to do so may cause an explosion.
  • Page 18 This may cause personal injury or loss of data. Authorized Samsung Repair Centers will carry out safety checks after a repair. Using a repaired product without testing it for Do not touch the antenna with electricity facility such as the safety may cause an electric shock or fire.
  • Page 19 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Caution Do not place your face close to the Optical Disk Drive tray when it is operating. Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may There is a danger of injury due to an abrupt ejection. cause slight injury or damage to the product.
  • Page 20 Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself. There is a danger of electric shock or fire. To connect a device that is not manufactured or authorized by Samsung Electronics, enquire at your service center before connecting the device. There is a danger of damaging the product.
  • Page 21 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started Caution Causes that may damage the data of a hard disk drive and the hard disk drive itself. Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. •...
  • Page 22 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started When using the AC power plug Using the power supply in an airplane Connect the power plug pins perpendicular into the center of the Since the power outlet type diff ers depending on the type of power outlet.
  • Page 23 Safety Precautions Chapter 1. Getting Started When using the auto adapter When the 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 computer.

  • Page 24: Proper Posture During Computer Use

    Proper Posture During Computer Use Chapter 1. Getting Started Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very • Do not use the computer while you are lying down, but only important to prevent physical harm. while you are sitting down. The following instructions are about maintaining a proper posture •...
  • Page 25 Proper Posture During Computer Use Chapter 1. Getting Started Eye Position Hand Position Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the fi gure. 50cm. • Keep the line from your elbow to your hand straight.
  • Page 26 Proper Posture During Computer Use Chapter 1. Getting Started Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers) Use Time (Break Time) Check your volume fi rst to listen to music. • Take a break for 10 minutes or more after a 50-minute period when working for more than one hour.

  • Page 27: Overview

    Overview Chapter 1. Getting Started Front View Using this camera, you can take still 1 Camera (Optional) pictures and record video. • The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the User Manual are those of the representative model of each 2 LCD The screen images are displayed here.
  • Page 28 Overview Chapter 1. Getting Started Status Indicators This sensor detects the ambient illumination of the PC. If the ambient illumination becomes dark, the LCD becomes dimmer and the keyboard backlight is lit. Illumination On the contrary, if the ambient illumination Sensor becomes brighter, the LCD becomes brighter and the keyboard backlight is turned off .
  • Page 29 Overview Chapter 1. Getting Started Right View ► For 11.6 inch models You can use the port after opening the port cover. ► For 13.3 inch models Port Cover Micro SD Card Slot This slot is for micro SD cards. (Optional) You can connect USB devices to the 1 Speaker...
  • Page 30 Overview Chapter 1. Getting Started Left View A jack to connect the AC adapter that 1 DC Jack supplies power to the computer. You can use the port after opening the port cover. Connect the Ethernet cable to this port. 2 Wired LAN Port You can use wired LAN by using the ►...
  • Page 31 Overview Chapter 1. Getting Started ► For 11.6 inch models A jack to connect the AC adapter that 1 DC Jack supplies power to the computer. This is the port for a micro HDMI. You can enjoy digital video and audio by connecting the computer to a TV.
  • Page 32 Overview Chapter 1. Getting Started Bottom View ► For 11.6 inch models 1 Speaker A device used to generate sound.

  • Page 33: Turning The Computer On And Off

    Turning the Computer On and Off Chapter 1. Getting Started Turning the computer on About Windows Activation Connect the AC adapter. When you turn the computer on for the fi rst time, the Windows activation screen appears. Lift the LCD panel up. Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on the screen to use the computer.
  • Page 34 Shut down. • Save all your data before clicking on Samsung Fast Start is installed, the system shutdown • location may diff er. Power Button ► For Windows 7 Click Start >...
  • Page 35 Turning the Computer On and Off Chapter 1. Getting Started ► For Windows XP Click the Start button on the taskbar. Click Turn Off Computer. 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.
  • Page 36 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 being used, the computer runs in hybrid power-saving mode when the computer enters standby mode or hibernation mode.

  • Page 37: Chapter 2. Using The Computer

    Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard Touchpad External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased) Micro SD Card Slot (Optional) Connecting an External Display Device Connecting an External Digital Device Adjusting the Volume Wired Network Wireless Network (Optional) Sharing Content in a Home Network (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)

  • Page 38: Keyboard

    If you press the Fn Lock key and the button LED (Blue Color) is illuminated, you can use the following keys without holding down the Fn key. Name Function Control Center The Samsung software control program, the Control Center, is launched. Screen Brightness Controls the screen brightness. Control...
  • Page 39 Keyboard Chapter 2. Using the computer Name Function Turns the Touchpad function on or off. Touchpad When using an external mouse only, you can turn the Touchpad off. Battery mode To use the battery efficiently, you can change the battery mode according to your usage environment. Keyboard Backlight Controls the brightness of the keyboard backlight.
  • Page 40 Keyboard Chapter 2. Using the computer Fn Lock key PgUp key If you press the Fn Lock key, you can use hot keys even without The mouse cursor moves to the top of the current page. pressing the Fn key. If the Fn Lock is turned on, the button LED is lit.
  • Page 41 Keyboard Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard Backlit Function (Optional) The keyboard Backlight are automatically turned on or off depending on the ambient illumination. Therefore, you can easily type with the keyboard when you are in a dark environment or at night.

  • Page 42: Touchpad

    Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer The touchpad provides the same function as a mouse and the left • Touch the touchpad with your fi ngers only. and right buttons of the touchpad plays the role of the left and Anything other than your fi ngers, such as a ball-point pen, right buttons of a mouse.
  • Page 43 Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer Double-Click Function Basic Touchpad Functions Put your finger on the touchpad and quickly tap twice with your finger on an item you want. Moving the cursor on the screen Alternatively, press the left touchpad button twice quickly. Place your finger on the touchpad slightly and move your finger.
  • Page 44 Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer Drag Function Dragging refers to moving an item to another place after selecting Press and hold down the left touchpad button over an item you want to drag and move the item to the new location. Move Holding down the left touchpad button...
  • Page 45 Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer Con guring the Gesture Function The Gesture Function of the Touchpad (Optional) Some gesture functions may not be con gured. In this case, you can con gure them using the following path. • The Touchpad Gesture function may not be provided and ►...
  • Page 46 Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer The Scroll Function Page Move Function This function is the same as the scroll area of the Touchpad. You can move to the previous or next page when you are looking at a photo or surfing the Internet. 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 For example, if you lightly brush three fingers to the left while you...
  • Page 47 Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer ► When using the Elan driver Setting the Touchpad Sensitivity Click Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse If the touchpad reacts too sensitively or the pointer moves > ELAN > Options > PalmTracking and then adjust the unintentionally, please adjust the touchpad pointer speed and sensitivity.
  • Page 48 Touchpad Chapter 2. Using the computer Touchpad On/Off Function Locking with shortcut keys Auto-locking when connecting USB mouse If you want to use the mouse only without using the touchpad, ► When using the Elan driver you can turn the touchpad off . Click Start >...

  • Page 49: External-Type Cd Drive (Odd, To Be Purchased)

    External-type CD drive Chapter 2. (ODD, To be purchased) Using the computer This computer supports an external USB CD-ROM drive (can be Connecting the CD Drive additionally purchased). Check if the interface type of the external CD-ROM drive is a USB Connect the CD drive to the USB port.
  • Page 50 External-type CD drive Chapter 2. (ODD, To be purchased) Using the computer Inserting and Ejecting a CD Press the Eject button of the CD drive. Status Indicator Emergency Hole Eject Button When the CD tray opens, insert a CD or DVD and push the tray in until it clicks.

  • Page 51: Micro Sd Card Slot (Optional)

    Micro SD Card Slot Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer You can only use the micro SD card slot for micro SD cards. Using the card You can use micro SD cards as removable disks and conveniently exchange data with digital devices such as a digital camera, digital Insert the card into the micro SD card slot in the indicated camcorder, MP3, etc.
  • Page 52 Micro SD Card Slot Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer To format a memory card If a window asking to scan and change appears, click Continue Without Scanning. This will proceed to Step 2 When using the memory card for the fi rst time, you must format above.

  • Page 53: Connecting An External Display Device

    Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 2. Using the computer If you connect an external display device such as a monitor, TV, About the connection cable 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 Users should additionally purchase the necessary connection movie.
  • Page 54 Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 2. Using the computer Connect the VGA cable (15-pin) to the connected VGA Since pressing the key while holding down the adapter and then connect the other end of the VGA cable to changes the selection, select a display device. the VGA port of the monitor or the TV.
  • Page 55 Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 2. Using the computer Connecting through the Micro HDMI port (Optional) • This is only supported for models that support a TV output port (HDMI). By connecting the computer to a TV with a HDMI port, you can •...
  • Page 56 Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 2. Using the computer ► For Intel graphics cards • External Monitor / TV is not supported in the DOS Command Prompt window. Right-click over the Desktop and select Graphics Properties. • Simultaneous output to all 3 (LCD + CRT + HDMI) is not supported.
  • Page 57 Connecting an External Display Device Chapter 2. Using the computer Setting up HDMI TV audio (Optional) Change the setting to Digital Audio (HDMI), HDMI Device or Digital Output Device, click Set Default and click OK. You can confi gure the sound of the computer to be played through the HDMI TV.

  • Page 58: Connecting An External Digital Device

    Connecting an External Digital Device Chapter 2. Using the computer The Auto run window appears. Click Open folder and view You can save a fi le stored on a device onto the computer by fi les. connecting a digital device such as a camera, camcorder or mobile phone to the computer and using the fi le management functions.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume Chapter 2. Using the computer Using the Sound Recorder You can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume control program. The procedures to record sound using the Windows Recorder are described below. Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard ►...
  • Page 60 Adjusting the Volume Chapter 2. Using the computer ► For Windows XP Select Mic Volume from Show the following volume controls and click OK. Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. When Recording Control window appears, check the Select You can also use the internal MIC. checkbox.
  • Page 61 Adjusting the Volume Chapter 2. Using the computer ► Basic Mode Using SoundAlive (Optional) The SoundAlive function enables you to experience more Music Select this mode to listen to music. stereophonic sound using stereo speakers. Movie Select this mode to watch a movie. Speech Emphasizes voice over other sounds.

  • Page 62: Wired Network

    Wired Network Chapter 2. Using the computer ► For Windows 7 A wired network is a network environment used for a company network or broadband internet connection at home. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and click on Change adapter settings in the left menu pane.
  • Page 63 Wired Network Chapter 2. Using the computer 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 ► For Windows XP computer’s Network Device. Click General tab and select a LAN driver from Connect using:.
  • Page 64 Wired Network Chapter 2. Using the computer Using the WOL (Wake On LAN) function Confi gure the IP settings. When using DHCP, select Obtain an IP address <Wake On LAN> is a function that activates the system from Sleep automatically. To use a static IP address, select Use the mode when a signal (such as a ping or magic packet command) following IP address, and set the IP address manually.
  • Page 65 Wired Network Chapter 2. Using the computer Click Confi gure > Power Management tab. Select Allow When connected to a 100Mbps/1Gbps wired LAN and the this device to bring the computer out of standby, then computer exits Sleep/hibernation mode, a message appears click OK.

  • Page 66: Wireless Network (Optional)

    Wireless Network Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network What is an Access Point ( AP)? environment that enables communicating between multiple An AP is a network device that bridges wired and wireless LANs, computers at home or a small-size offi ce through wireless LAN and corresponds to a wireless hub in a wired network.
  • Page 67 Wireless Network Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer Click Connect. ► For Windows Vista If a network key is set for the AP, enter the network key and then click Connect. Right-click over the Network Connections icon on the taskbar and click Connect to the Network. For the network key, please ask your network administrator.
  • Page 68 Wireless Network Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer ► For Windows XP Once Connected to AP is displayed, you can use a wireless network. Click the Wireless Network Connection icon from the Taskbar using the right button of the touch pad. Then, click View Available Wireless Networks.
  • Page 69 Wireless Network Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer Select Wi-Fi and check if it is set to ON. Connecting to a wireless network through If this option is set to ON, the Wi-Fi function will run. Control Center (Optional) • These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported models only.
  • Page 70 Wireless Network Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer When APs are found but your computer is not Abnormal Wireless Network Status connected to the Internet When the wireless LAN is not connected This is the case when an AP with a weak signal has been set to a high priority.

  • Page 71: Sharing Content In A Home Network (Easy Content Share) (Optional)

    Sharing Content in a Home Network Chapter 2. (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the computer Easy Content Share is a DLNA application that allows you to play Confi guring the network settings for your photos, videos and music fi les on your TV. computer and TV To share content, all shared devices must be connected to the •...
  • Page 72 Sharing Content in a Home Network Chapter 2. (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the computer Adding shared content on your computer • For more information on how to confi gure the IP address for your computer, refer to Chapter 2. Using the Add the videos, photos and music fi les that you want to play on Computer >...
  • Page 73 Sharing Content in a Home Network Chapter 2. (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the computer The selected folder is added to the shared list. Select the item you want to play in the playlist, and then click Play The selected fi le is played on the TV. Using the Play Control panel, you can control the item being played on the TV.
  • Page 74 Sharing Content in a Home Network Chapter 2. (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the computer Adding a video, photo or music fi le to the playlist Playing the content stored on a computer when Easy Content Share is not installed Click Add Content in the Playlist screen.
  • Page 75 Sharing Content in a Home Network Chapter 2. (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the computer Run Windows Explorer. ► For Windows Media Player 11 Run Windows Media Player. 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, Click Library >...
  • Page 76 Sharing Content in a Home Network Chapter 2. (Easy Content Share) (Optional) Using the computer In the Media Sharing window, click Settings..The Media After the registration has been fi nished, you can fi nd the added Sharing - Default Settings window is displayed. Check the folder is listed in the shared content list of Easy Content Share.

  • Page 77: Using The Tpm Security Device (Optional)

    Using the TPM Security Device Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer A TPM (Trusted Platform Module) security device is a security Setting Up the TPM solution that protects your personal information by saving the user authentication data on the TPM chip installed on the computer.
  • Page 78 Set the TPM Support item to Enabled and set the Change TPM Status to Clear. Restart the computer. When the Samsung logo screen appears, press the F2 key Phoenix SecureCore Tiano Setup repeatedly. Security TPM Configuration...
  • Page 79 [N] No [N] No Press the F10 key to save the changes. The computer When the computer restarts automatically and the Samsung automatically restarts. Initialization of the TPM chip has been logo screen appears, press the F2 key repeatedly. completed. Now, install the TPM program and register the TPM program.
  • Page 80 > All Programs > Infi neon Security Platform Solution > Manage Security Platform > User Settings. (with administrator authority) This program is only provided for models with Samsung Alternatively, double-click the icon on the Taskbar and Recovery Solution and the TPM function.
  • Page 81 Using the TPM Security Device Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer Select a Security Platform Feature and set a basic user Using the TPM program password. The Security Platform is now ready for construction. For more information about using the TPM program, refer to Click Next to start constructing the Security Platform.
  • Page 82 Using the TPM Security Device Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer If the Confi rm Attribute Changes window appears, select You will be able to confi rm that the color of the folder (fi le) the range to apply the encryption to and click OK. name in the encrypted folder has been changed to green.
  • Page 83 Using the TPM Security Device Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer Decrypting an encrypted folder (file) When the virtual drive (PSD) does not appear You can only use the virtual drive (PSD) when you have selected Right-click over an encrypted folder (file) and select Decrypt the Personal Secure Drive (PSD) option during the program from the pop-up window.
  • Page 84 Using the TPM Security Device Chapter 2. (Optional) Using the computer Click the Start > Computer > Organize > Folder and In the load window, enter the basic user password and click Search Options > View > Hidden fi les and folders item, select Show hidden fi les and folders and click OK.
  • Page 85 Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade LCD Brightness Control Control Center (Optional) BIOS Setup Setting a Boot Password Changing the Boot Priority Battery...

  • Page 86: Chapter 3. Settings And Upgrade

    LCD Brightness Control Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade You can adjust the LCD brightness in 8 levels. Maintaining the changed LCD brightness even after • turning the computer on again The screen brightness is automatically set to the brightest To maintain the LCD brightness set by using the brightness level (brightness level 8) when AC power is connected and the control keys or through the Power Options, follow the brightness is automatically set dimmer when the computer...
  • Page 87 Settings and Upgrade 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 can cause problems in appearance, but a small number of pixels doesn’t aff ect the...

  • Page 88: Control Center (Optional)

    Control Center Chapter 3. (Optional) Settings and Upgrade The Control Center is the integrated Samsung software control Wi-Fi Trun On/Off a Wi-Fi. program that allows users to confi gure various settings. Bluetooth Trun On/Off a Bluetooth. (Optional) • This description is for models that support this function Adaptive Automatically adjusts the brightness of the system’s...

  • Page 89: Bios Setup

    • Use the BIOS setup to defi ne a boot password, change the booting priority, or add a new device. When the booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears, press the • Since incorrect settings may cause your system to F2 key to enter the BIOS Setup.
  • Page 90 BIOS Setup Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade System Setup Keys The BIOS Setup Screen In the Setup, you have to use the keyboard. The BIOS Setup menus and items may diff er depending on your computer model. Press to view the Setup Help. Setup Menu Up &...

  • Page 91: Setting A Boot Password

    • Do not lose or forget your password. • If you have forgotten your password, contact a Samsung service center. In this case, a service fee will be charged. • The BIOS Setup menus and items may diff er depending on your computer model.
  • Page 92 Setting a Boot Password Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Setting a User Password Setting up a Hard Disk Drive Password (Optional) Users can start the system with a user password, but cannot enter If you set a password for a hard disk drive, it cannot be accessed the System Setup.
  • Page 93 Setting a Boot Password Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Deactivating the Password Press <Enter> on the password to be deactivated. For example, to deactivate a supervisor password in the Set Supervisor Password item, press <Enter>. In the Enter Current Password item, enter the currently confi gured password and press <Enter>.

  • Page 94: Changing The Boot Priority

    Changing the Boot Priority Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Press the down key (↓) to move to the SATA HDD item and By default, the highest boot priority device is set to the CD-ROM/ press the F6 key to move up to the top item. DVD drive.

  • Page 95: Battery

    Battery Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Please refer to the following instructions when running the Charging the Battery computer on battery power without connecting the AC power. This computer is equipped with an internal battery. An internal battery is embedded. Connect the AC adapter to the power input jack of the computer.
  • Page 96 Battery Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Battery Usage Time Information Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge A battery is an expendable supply, so when using it over a long You can view the battery charge status by completing the time, the capacity/battery life is shortened. If the battery life is following procedures.
  • Page 97 The battery mode window will appear that helps you to use the battery effi ciently. battery modes optimized for the operating environment are supported. Samsung Optimized These descriptions are for Windows 7 and for supported models only. Using the battery modes This mode is appropriate for normal conditions.
  • Page 98 Control Press the Center. Press the F2 key when the Samsung logo appears in the booting sequence to enter the BIOS Setup, select Advanced > Battery Life Cycle Extension, and set it to Enable. Then...
  • Page 99 Disconnect the AC power adapter after turning off the <Esc> button. computer. This operation requires 3~5 hours depending on the battery Restart your computer and press the F2 button when the capacity and the remaining battery charge. Samsung logo appears, to start the BIOS Setup.

  • Page 100: Chapter 4. Backup / Restore

    Chapter 4. Backup / Restore Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional)

  • Page 101: Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional)

    Samsung Recovery Solution Chapter 4. (Optional) Backup / Restore Samsung Recovery Solution is a program that enables restoring Samsung Recovery Solution Functions or backing up the hard disk drive for when a problem occurs with the computer. Backup/Restore Functions If the computer fails to boot up, you can restore the computer by pressing the key in the booting screen.
  • Page 102 Restore Function the slide bar and the click Next. Not only can you use Samsung Recovery Solution when Windows The Partition Setup function is only available when the is running, but also when you are unable to boot up into Windows.
  • Page 103 – When Windows does not start: Turn the computer on and press the key when the boot screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears. After a moment, the computer boots up in Restoration mode and the Samsung If you click Select by Symptom, the Select by Symptom Recovery Solution screen appears.
  • Page 104 Samsung Recovery Solution Chapter 4. (Optional) Backup / Restore Select either Basic Restore or Complete Restore from the In the Advanced menu, you can change the size of the hard Restore menu. drive partitions (e.g. C: and D:). To restore the computer to the initial state, click Computer •...
  • Page 105 Select Drive D. Select the DVD drive. Click Backup in the start screen of the Samsung Recovery When the option selection item appears, select an option Solution. and click Next.
  • Page 106 If the LiveImaging option has been selected, the computer is not restarted. • Samsung Recovery Solution supports the DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW and DVD-RW formats. • If the LiveImaging option has been selected, the Complete Backup operation begins without the computer being restarted.
  • Page 107 Proceed to Step 2. restoration is complete, click OK to restart the system. The Complete Restore has been completed. When the Samsung Recovery Solution start screen appears, click Restore and then click Complete Restore. Select a Complete Backup restoration point in the restoration point selection screen and click the Next button.
  • Page 108 Backup and Restore procedures on the basis of backing up and restoring by using DVD. Data Backup When the Samsung Recovery Solution start screen appears, click Backup and then click Data Backup. Select Drive D. Select the DVD drive.
  • Page 109 Samsung Recovery Solution Chapter 4. (Optional) Backup / Restore Data Restore – 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.
  • Page 110 System Software Programs or back up > System Software Installation. those programs. The system software function is supported by Samsung Recovery Solution version 4 or later. Therefore, the function may not be supported depending on the version.
  • Page 111 When installing System Software Programs from the backed-up DVD, insert the DVD and follow the System Software Installation directions. Select Drive D. Select the DVD drive. • To delete Samsung Recovery Solution, refer to the Help section of the program.
  • Page 112 5~20GB of the HDD to save the recovery image, and that hidden area is not counted towards the total size available to Windows. The size of Samsung Recovery Solution varies by models because of the different size of applied programs.
  • Page 113 Chapter 5. Appendix Important Safety Information Replacement Parts and Accessories Regulatory Compliance Statements WEEE Symbol Information Product Specifi cations Glossary Index...

  • Page 114: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Chapter 5. Appendix • If your computer has a voltage selector switch, make sure that Safety Instructions the switch is in the proper position for your area. Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards •...
  • Page 115 Important Safety Information Chapter 5. Appendix Care During Use The Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. 1. When installing and operating devices please refer to safety requirements in the user guide.

  • Page 116: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    • Class 1M laser radiation when operating part is open. Contact the Samsung Helpline for information on how to dispose Do not view directly with optical instruments. of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer.
  • Page 117 Replacement Parts and Accessories Chapter 5. Appendix General Requirements Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. • All power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only.

  • Page 118: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix Wireless Guidance • Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation (If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band) regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless 802.11ABGN (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi) and communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/5GHz Band, may...
  • Page 119 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix United States of America • 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 USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices service.
  • Page 120 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15 Use On Aircraft Caution This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices because their signals subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not could interfere with critical aircraft instruments.
  • Page 121 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be may find the following booklet helpful: “Something About used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.25 GHz to reduce Interference.”...
  • Page 122 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix This equipment uses the following USOC jacks : RJ11C If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided equipment until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 123 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix Intentional Emitter per RSS 210 Canada This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio operation of this device.
  • Page 124 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix (If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band) Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless this device must accept any interference received, including communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/5GHz Band, may interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 125 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix Telecommunications per DOC notice To avoid electrical shock or equipment malfunction do not (for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem) attempt to make electrical ground connections by yourself. Contact the appropriate inspection authority or an electrician, The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment.
  • Page 126 Class 2 identifier. Tel: +86-512-6253-8988 The following information is only applicable to systems labeled with the CE mark For the web or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the Warranty or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
  • Page 127 [Danish] væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Hiermit erklärt Samsung, dass sich das Gerät Notebook PC in Übereinstimmung mit den Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualifi ed for Deutsch...
  • Page 128 [Portuguese] [Italian] ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Samsung izjavlja, da je ta Notebook PC v skladu Slovensko Ar šo Samsung deklarē, ka Notebook PC atbilst z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi Latviski [Slovenian] Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un...
  • Page 129 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix European Economic Area Restrictions Hér með lýsir Samsung yfi r því að Notebook PC Íslenska er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, Local Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage [Icelandic] sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 130 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix France The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area. However, authorization for use is further restricted For Metropolitan departments: in particular countries or regions within countries, as follows: 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz for indoor use. General 2.400 - 2.454 GHz (channels 1 to 7) for outdoor use.
  • Page 131 Regulatory Compliance Statements Chapter 5. Appendix European Telecommunication Information This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/ EEC - “CTR 21” for Pan-European single terminal connection to the (for products fitted with EU-approved modems) Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this equipment However, due to differences between the individual PSTNs...

  • Page 132: Weee Symbol Information

    Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY in disposal. California USA. “Perchlorate Material- special handling may apply, See www.dtsc. ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.” Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler. To find the nearest recycling location, go to our website: www.samsung.com/recyclingdirect Or call, (877) 278-0799...

  • Page 133: Product Specifications

    Main Chipset (Optional) Intel HM55 • The hard disk drive capacity of a computer in which Samsung Recovery Solution is installed, is represented as Hard Disk Drive 5mmH SATA HDD, SSD smaller than the product specification. (Optional) • For 11.6 inch models, you cannot replace, add or...
  • Page 134 Registered Trademarks ENERGY STAR® Partner As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SAMSUNG has Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co., Ltd. determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® Intel, Pentium/Celeron are registered trademarks of the Intel guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 135: Glossary

    Glossary Chapter 5. Appendix The Glossary lists the terminologies used in this User Guide. For terminologies other than these, look in Windows Help. Backup DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) A way to save the current data to restore it later if necessary. This refers to automatically allocating IP addresses to the users on A backup is a way to restore computer data when the data or the network by the network administrators.
  • Page 136 Glossary Chapter 5. Appendix DVD (Digital Versatile Disk) Icon DVD was developed to replace CD (compact disk). Although the This refers to a small image that represents a file that users can use. shape and size of the disc are the same as that of a CD, the capacity IEEE802.XX of a DVD is at least 4.7GB while the capacity of a CD is 600MB.
  • Page 137 Glossary Chapter 5. Appendix MMC (MultiMedia Card) card PCMCIA( Personal Computer Memory Card International Association) card This is an external-type flash memory used for mobile devices such as mobile phones or digital cameras. This is an extended card slot specification for mobile computers such as a notebook computer.
  • Page 138 Glossary Chapter 5. Appendix SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) card TCP/IPv4 This is the extension of the SD card that supports over 2GB bytes. This is a 4 byte (32 bit) address system separated into each byte (8 bits) by a dot and each byte is represented as a decimal number. Server USB (Universal Serial Bus) In general, a server refers to a computer that provides shared...

  • Page 139: Index

    Battery User Password BIOS Setup Overview Booting Priority Volume Control Password CD Drive Product Specifications Wired Network Charge Wireless Network Click Recorder Double-Click Safety Precautions Drag Samsung Recovery Solution Dual View Scroll Shortcut Key LCD Brightness Status Indicators Supervisor Password...

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