Page 1 Chapter 1. Getting Started Product Features Before You Start Contents Safety Precautions Proper Posture During Computer Use Important Safety Information Replacement Parts and Accessories Regulatory Compliance Statements WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION Overview Turning the Computer On and Off...
Page 2: Product Features
Product Features Small but Strong UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC) ● Intel ULV CPU (Optional) ● 512MB~Up To 1GB DDR2 Memory 7” WSVGA TFT LCD ● Basic Resolution of 1024x600 Pixels, Maximum Resolution of 2048x1536 Pixels (when an external display is connected) ●...
Page 3 Multiple Network Support ● Wired LAN, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth (Optional) ● Resolves Space Restrictions through the Wireless Communication Function Compact, Light-Weight Design for Portability / Polished Design ● A mere 690g (1.52lb) (Without optional items) ● High-Gloss Front Panel Optional Accessories for Additional Convenience ●...
Page 4: Before You Start
Before You Start Before reading the User Guide, ﬁrst check the following information. User Guide Information Utilizating the User Guide This product is supplied with an Getting Be sure to read the Safety Precautions  before using the computer. Started Guide, and a User Guide. For basic usage of the computer refer to ...
Page 5 All Programs Click the Start button and fatality. > Samsung > then select All Programs User Guide > > Samsung > User Failing to follow User Guide Guide > User Guide in instructions marked with this order from the menu.
Page 6 Copyright Example) When trying to install Windows Vista Home Premium when Windows © 2007 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Vista Home Basic is already installed. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. owns the Other operating systems (Windows 98, copyright of this manual. Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Connecting and Setting Up Media Center Chapter 3. Using Microsoft Windows Vista Using Media Center About Microsoft Windows Vista Chapter 8. Appendix Windows Vista Screen Layout Using Samsung Magic Doctor Control Panel Using McAfee SecurityCenter Chapter 4. Using the Network Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Windows Vista...
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions For your security and to prevent damage, please read the following safety instructions carefully. Since this is commonly applied to Samsung Computers, some ﬁgures may differ from actual ones. Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.
Page 9 If the power cord or Plug the power cord Do not bend the power power outlet makes a ﬁrmly into the power cord excessively or do noise, disconnect the outlet and AC adapter. not place a heavy object power cord from the over the power cord.
Page 10 Battery Usage Related Usage Related Disconnect all cables Keep the battery out of If water or another connected to the the reach of infants and substance enters computer before pets, as they could put the power input jack, cleaning it. If you are the battery into their AC adapter or the mouths.
Page 11 Upgrade Related Do not place any Avoid direct sunlight Never disassemble the container ﬁlled with when the computer is in power supply or AC water or chemicals over an air-tight location such adapter. or near the computer. as inside a vehicle. There is a danger of If water or chemicals enter There is a danger of a ﬁre...
Page 12 Custody and Movement Related Use only authorized parts (multi-plug, battery and memory) and never disassemble parts. There is a danger of damaging the product, electric shock or ﬁre Follow the instructions hazard. for the relevant location (e.g. airplane, hospital, etc.) when using a wireless communication device (wireless LAN, Bluetooth, etc.).
Page 13 Do not heat the battery Use only a battery or expose it to heat (e.g. This may cause a problem authorized by Samsung inside a vehicle during with the computer. In Electronics. the summer). addition, the object may...
Page 14 When handling repairing the product. notebook computer is computer parts, follow turned off. the instructions on the Authorised Samsung manual supplied with the Repair Centers will carry The temperature may parts. out safety checks after a rise and it may cause repair.
Page 15 Upgrade Related Do not use a damaged or Emergency disk eject Take care when modiﬁed CD/Floppy Disk. method using paperclip touching the product or should not be used while parts. There is a danger of the disk is in mothion. damaging the product or The device may be Make sure to use the...
Page 16 Custody and Movement Related Use parts authorized When moving the Use a computer by Samsung product, turn the power cleansing solution when Electronics only. off and separate all cleaning the product. connected cables ﬁrst. Failing to do so, may Using a cleansing solution cause ﬁre or damage...
Page 17 LCD Related Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk Management) LCD Bad Pixels To prevent data loss due to damage to the hard disk drive, please backup your data frequently. The limits of LCD manufacturing Take care not to damage Causes that may damage technology permit a the data on a hard disk...
Page 18: Proper Posture During Computer Use
If the user is not included in the coverage, the recommendation is to be applied according to the user’s needs. Since this is commonly applied to Samsung Computers, some ﬁgures may differ from actual ones.
Page 19: Volume Control
Hand Position Use Time (Break Time) ■ It is recommended to connect and use an ■ Take a break for 10 minutes or more after external keyboard and mouse when using a 50-minute period when working for more the computer for a long time. than one hour.
Page 20: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Safety instructions Your system is designed and tested ■ Ensure that the electrical outlet you are using to power your equipment is easily to meet the latest standards for safety accessible in case of a ﬁre or short circuit. of information technology equipment.
Page 21: Care During Use
Care During Use The Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC ■ Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. ■ Do not spill anything on the system. The When installing and operating devices best way to avoid spills is to not eat or please refer to safety requirements in drink near your system.
Page 22: Replacement Parts And Accessories
Replacement Parts and Accessories Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by SAMSUNG. Do not use this product in areas Connect and Disconnect classiﬁed as hazardous. Such the AC adapter areas include patient care areas of medical and dental facilities, oxygen...
Page 23 General Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: ■ The length of the power cord set must be at least 6.00 feet (1.8m) and a maximum of 9.75 feet (3.0m). ■ 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.
Page 24: Regulatory Compliance Statements
Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for speciﬁc countries are listed in the speciﬁc country sections (or country group sections).
Page 25 Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on ■ commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. 802.11B (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wiﬁ) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. In environments where the risk of interference to other devices or services is ■...
Page 26 United States of America Use On Aircraft Caution Regulations of the FCC and FAA USA and Canada Safety prohibit airborne operation of radio- Requirements and Notices frequency wireless devices because their signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments. Do not touch or move the antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.
Page 27 This is available at FCC local regional ofﬁces. This equipment has been tested and Our company is not responsible for any found to comply with the limits for a radio or television interference caused by Class B digital device pursuant to Part unauthorized modiﬁcations of this equipment 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 28 to determine the maximum REN for the calling Wireless devices are not user area. serviceable. Do not modify them in any way. Modiﬁcation to a wireless device If the terminal equipment causes harm to the will void the authorization to use it. telephone network, the Telephone Company Contact manufacturer for service.
Page 29 European Union The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such European Union CE Marking message clearly contains in a margin at the top and Compliance Notices or bottom of each transmitted page or on the ﬁrst page of the transmission, the date and time...
Page 30 Translated Statements of Compliance – ETS 300 328 (if ﬁtted with a 2.4 GHz band embedded wireless device) [English] – ETS 301 489-1 (if ﬁtted with a 2.4 GHz band embedded wireless device) This product follows the provisions of the European Directive 1999/5/EC.
Page 31 [Norwegian] Due to the fact that the frequencies Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i used by 802.11b/802.11g wireless LAN det europeiske direktivet 1999/5/EC. devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11b/802.11g [Portuguese] products are designed for use only Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva in speciﬁc countries or regions, and Européia 1999/5/EC.
Page 32 This restriction should be indicated in the marking is indicative that this equipment meets manual as follows: or exceeds the following technical standards: Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur CTR 21 – Attachment requirements for pan- d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, European approval for connection to the aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une analogue Public Switched Telephone Networks...
Page 33: Weee Symbol Information
ONLY in California USA. “Perchlorate Material- special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate.” LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. For details see lamprecycle.org, eise.org, or call 1-800-Samsung.
Page 34: Overview
Overview The items marked with this symbol are optional items which may be changed or ■ may not be provided depending on the computer model. The actual color and appearance of the computer may differ from the pictures used ■ in this guide.
Page 35: Status Indicators
Status Indicators Joystick Mouse Press the MOUSE button Press the MOUSE button above above Mouse/Joystick. Mouse/Joystick. If the Joystick icon is lit, you If the Mouse icon is lit, you can can use it as a joystick when use it as a mouse. playing a game.
Page 36 Touch Sensor Buttons You can run a function by lightly touching a Touch Sensor Button with your ﬁnger. The Touch Sensor Buttons are optional and may not be provided depending on your computer model. MENU If you touch this button, the MENU program will be launched.
Page 37 Precautions for using the Touch Sensor Buttons - The Touch Sensor Buttons only work when the computer is turned on. - If you touch the Touch Sensor Buttons when the computer is locked, the lock icon will appear and the buttons will not work. - Please ensure your hands are clean and dry when using the Touch Sensor Buttons.
Page 38: Top View
Top View Shutter (Only for the camera model) You can take pictures using the camera shutter. p.138 Internet Button (Only for some models that camera is not applied.) Launch Internet. Multi-Card Slot MENU Button You can connect SD or (For models without a Camera and MMC cards using this slot.
Page 39: Right View
Right View Windows Security Button Pressing this button is the same as pressing the <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Del> keys on the keyboard. Press with the Stylus Pen. Power IN Jack The AC adapter which supplies power for the computer is connected here. LAN Port You can connect a LAN cable using this port.
Page 40: Left View
Left View Hand Strap Hole You can attach a hand strap using this hole. AV Button Press this button to launch AVStation Now. p.136 Power Switch / HOLD Switch z Power Switch Function Slide the switch downwards to turn the computer on. If you slide the switch downwards again, the computer enters Sleep mode and the Power LED blinks.
Page 41: Back View
Back View Vents Camera Emits heat generated inside the computer. Using the camera at the back, you can take Avoid blocking the vents as this may pictures. overheat the computer. Stand Using the stand, you can use the screen at a comfortable angle. Hand Strap Hole Battery A lithium-Ion rechargeable...
Page 42: Turning The Computer On And Off
Turning the Computer On and Off Turning the computer on...
Page 43 Turning the computer off Click the Start ( ) button on the taskbar. Click the ( ) and click on Shut down. The computer will shut down. Power Button Before Using the Power Button Since the Power Icon is set to power saving mode, selecting Start > Power Button ), will cause the computer to enter Sleep mode.
Page 44: Chapter 2. Using The Computer
Chapter 2. Using the computer Stylus Pen Entering Text Using the Buttons Multi Card Slot Connecting a Monitor Adjusting the Volume...
Page 45: Stylus Pen
Stylus Pen A Stylus Pen is used instead of a mouse and provides the same function. It is recommended to connect and use a USB keyboard and mouse when using the computer for a long time. Taking the Stylus Pen Out Learning Tablet PC Operations Click Start >...
Page 46 Stylus Pen Functions Mouse Using the Stylus Pen Function Single- Single- Single-tap with the pen to select an item. click Double- Double- Double-tap with the pen to run an item. click ● Method 1. If you press and hold the pen over a point of the screen, a circle is drawn around the pointer.
Page 47: Calibrating The Screen
Calibrating the Screen Tap the Crosshair (+) displayed on the screen with the Stylus Pen When using the computer for the ﬁrst whenever it appears on the screen. time or you are experiencing some difﬁculty in pointing the pointer on the screen using your ﬁnger or pen, calibrating the screen is recommended.
Page 48: Entering Text
Entering Text You can enter characters using the Keypad, Tablet PC Input Panel, or Dialkeys. ■ For long periods of use, use the keypad or a USB keyboard for your convenience. ■ For example, the procedures to enter text in the Notepad will be described below. Using the Keypad Using the keypad you can enter characters and numbers directly.
Page 49 Using the Tablet PC Input Panel The Tablet PC Input Panel is an on-screen letter input pad provided by Windows. Using it, you can enter letters with the Stylus Pen. You can enter letters using the Tablet PC Input Panel in 3 ways. Tap Start >...
Page 50 Entering text using the Writing Pad Entering text using the Character Pad You can enter characters by writing characters on the Stylus Pen Writing Pad You can write a letter in each cell of the directly. Character Pad with the Stylus Pen. In the Tablet PC Input Panel, tap the In the Tablet PC Input Panel, tap the Writing Pad icon (...
Page 51 Entering text using the On-Screen Keyboard The On-Screen Keyboard displays a standard keyboard on the screen so that you can enter a letter by pressing the corresponding key on the screen. In the Tablet PC Input Panel, tap the On-Screen Keyboard icon ( Tap a character key with the Stylus Pen to enter the character.
Page 52 Dialkeys DialKeys is an on-screen keyboard designed to be used with compact touch screen computers. You can enter letters using the DialKeys by pressing a key on the screen with your thumbs while holding both of the lower corners of the computer with your hands. Execution Method 1.
Page 53 Exiting Dialkeys Press and hold the Dialkeys icon ( ) in the Taskbar, press the Exit from the pop-up menu. Corresponds to the Enter key on a keyboard. Corresponds to the space bar on a keyboard. The Dialkey key is minimized and moved into the notiﬁcation area of the Taskbar. To restore it to its original size, click the minimized Dialkey.
Page 54: Using The Buttons
Using the Buttons The functions of the MENU button, User-Deﬁned button, Mouse/Joystick, and mouse buttons are described below. The MENU Button When the MENU button is pressed, the MENU program appears. MENU button MENU button (For models with the (For models without the Touch Sensor button only) Touch Sensor button only) The MENU Program provides shortcuts to frequently used functions on the computer.
Page 55 MENU Items Function You can select the display device when an external monitor is connected. Whenever you press the button to the right of the LCD/CRT button, the computer screen is output to LCD > CRT > LCD+CRT Clone > LCD+CRT Dual View mode, in this sequence. LCD / CRT Displaying the computer screen on an external monitor only, may not be supported with the MENU button.
Page 56 Mouse/Joystick The Mouse/Joystick has the functions of a mouse, joystick and Dialkeys. Mouse Function Press the MOUSE part at the top of the Mouse/Joystick. If the Mouse ( ) icon is lit, you can use the Mouse/Joystick as a mouse. Mouse button MOUSE (L / R buttons)
Page 57 Joystick Function Press the MOUSE button above the Mouse/Joystick. MOUSE If the Joystick ( ) icon is lit, you can use the Mouse/Joystick as a joystick. Dialkeys Function If you press the DIAL KEY button below the Mouse/Joystick, the Dialkeys appear on the screen. You can enter characters using your thumbs via the Dialkeys.
Page 58 User-Deﬁned Button A User-Deﬁned Button refers to a button which can be conﬁgured so that pressing it launches a frequently used program or plays the role of pressing a particular key combination. It is convenient to set your frequently-used programs or key User-Deﬁned combinations as groups.
Page 59 Conﬁguring Additional Groups Below are procedures to add an additional group to the default group and for setting up functions for the four buttons. As an example, the procedures to add a new group named “Test”, conﬁgure the ▲ button to a particular key combination, and conﬁgure the ► button to a program are described below.
Page 60 Press a required key combination. For example, if you have pressed the Ctrl, Alt, Delete key in order, “Ctrl + Alt + Delete” is displayed on the left side of the screen. To continue with setting up the ► button, select the ► button and click the Program Link Function.
Page 61: Multi Card Slot
Multi Card Slot You can use SD and MMC cards using the multi card slot. You can use storage cards as removable disks and use them to conveniently exchange data with digital devices such as digital cameras, digital camcorders, MP3 players, etc. ■...
Page 62 The card drive appears. Click Open You cannot use an unformatted card. folder to view ﬁles. If the card is not formatted, format the card ﬁrst, referring to the ‘Formattung If the window does not appear, click a Card’ section. p.63 Start >...
Page 63: Formatting A Card
Formatting a Card You have to format a card before using it. If you format a card, all the data saved on the card will be removed. Make sure to backup data before formatting a card if data has been saved to the card.
Page 64: Connecting A Monitor
Connecting a Monitor Using an external monitor, you can watch a movie on wide screen or give a presentation. The procedures to view pictures on an external monitor are described below. When using an external monitor or playing a game, using the Mouse/Joystick or an external mouse is convenient.
Page 65 Method 1. Conﬁguring with the MENU Button Connect the monitor and touch the MENU button to launch the MENU program. MENU button (For models with the MENU button Touch Sensor button only) (For models without the Touch Sensor button only) LCD/CRT Item Press the button to the right of the LCD/CRT button to switch to a different mode.
Page 66 Method 2. Conﬁguring with the Intel Program * The terms and the screen ﬁgures in the manual may differ from actual ones. Connect the monitor and click the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Mobile icon ( ) on the Taskbar. Or right-click on the desktop. The pop-up menu appears.
Page 67 Display Device Display Mode When carrying it Select Notebook. Select Monitor. When playing a When playing a game, using only the game external monitor is better. Select the Intel(R) Dual Display Clone. When giving a presentation When selecting this mode, you can (Clone Mode) view the same screen on both the LCD and the external monitor.
Page 68: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume You can control the volume with the Volume Control button or Volume Control program. Using the Volume Control with the Alternatively, right-click over the Volume icon ( ) and select Open Volume Mixer Volume Control Button to adjust the volume. ●...
Page 69 Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder and click Start recording to start a recording. Using SRS The SRS function enables you to experience more stereophonic sound by expanding the space-perception through the stereo speaker. This function is available for speciﬁc models only.
Page 70: Chapter 3. Using Microsoft Windows Vista
Chapter 3. Using Microsoft Windows Vista About Microsoft Windows Vista Windows Vista Screen Layout Control Panel The screen shots used in this chapter may differ from actual screens depending on the Windows Vista version and model.
Page 71: About Microsoft Windows Vista
About Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows Vista (hereafter Windows) is a computer operating system. Since you have to learn how to use it in order to use the computer efﬁciently and effectively, use the Welcome Center and Windows Help and Support to learn about Windows Vista. The screen layout may differ depending on the computer model and the operating system.
Page 72: Help And Support
Help and Support Windows Help and Support provides information on Windows basic functions and usages. Click Start > Help and Support. You can ﬁnd help for frequently used basic functions using Find an Answer and you can search for help by entering a keyword in the Search box. Help Search Find an Answer Introduces the basic usage of the computer and the Windows...
Page 73 Tablet PC Setting Information This computer is a Tablet PC with a touch screen. In the Tablet PC Settings of the Control Panel, you can set the screen correction, screen pivot function and whether to use the left-handed or right-handed option. Click Start >...
Page 74: Windows Vista Screen Layout
Windows Vista Screen Layout Desktop If you turn the computer on, the Desktop screen appears. The desktop is the working area on the computer. It consists of a large workspace and a taskbar at the bottom as shown in the ﬁgure below. The screen layout may differ depending on the computer model and the operation system version.
Page 75 You can drop useless ﬁles and folders here. Recycle Bin Shortcut Icons You can launch programs by clicking the shortcut icons on the Desktop. The menu from which you can launch programs. Start Menu Press the start button. The Start menu appears. Start Button Currently running programs are displayed here.
Page 76: Start Menu
Start Menu The menu from which you can launch programs. Click Start ( ). The Start menu appears. Fixed Programs User name The program or Search search result is displayed. Computer Control Panel Help and Support All Programs Power Menu Button You can search for ﬁles, folders, etc.
Page 77 Search Enables users to search for ﬁles and folders. Shows storage devices such as hard disk drives, CD/DVD Computer drives, network drives, etc. In addition, you can manage ﬁles and folders here. Enables users to conﬁgure the appearance and settings of Control Panel Windows such as the Desktop, window colors, hardware and software settings, security, etc.
Page 78 Sidebar / Gadget Sidebar is a vertical bar that appears at the side of the Desktop. A mini program called Gadget runs over the Sidebar which shows information such as stocks, schedule, weather, etc. and provides frequently used tools. You can download various Gadgets from the Internet, other than the default Gadget. Sidebar / Gadget Structure To use the Sidebar/Gadget, click Start >...
Page 79 Adding a Gadget You can ﬁnd a gadget in the Gadget Gallery and add it to the Sidebar. If you click the + at the top of the Sidebar, the Gadget Gallery opens. If you double-click on a gadget, the gadget is added to the Sidebar. ■...
Page 80 Exiting the Sidebar Right-click on the Sidebar icon ( ) in the System Tray with the clock on the taskbar and select Exit to exit the Sidebar. Closing the Sidebar ■ Even if you close the Sidebar, the Sidebar continues running in the System Tray in the clock area, though it is not displayed on the Desktop.
Page 81 Window A window is the basic frame for a computer operation. As an example, let’s see the layout of a Pictures Window. Click Start > Pictures. The items and names may differ depending on your computer model and the Windows Vista version. Window Layout Address Display Line Window...
Page 82 Address Display Line Shows the location of the currently selected folder or ﬁle. You can move to the previous or next page by clicking the Back or Next buttons. Opens the previously opened page. Move Button Opens the next page, when you have returned to a previous page.
Page 83: Control Panel
Control Panel Tools for conﬁguring Windows are located in the Control Panel. Opening the Control Panel Click Start > Control Panel. System and Using this function, you can conﬁgure Windows performance Maintenance options. Using this function, you can check the current security status to Security protect the computer and conﬁgure the security settings for the ﬁrewall, spyware, etc.
Page 84 You can set up the mobility, power option and personal settings Mobile PC for your mobile PC. You can also synchronize your mobile PC with another portable device or network folder. User Accounts You can change the user account settings, passwords and and Family Safety conﬁgure the Parental Controls function.
Page 85 User Accounts Using Windows Vista User Accounts, more than one user can easily share the same The procedures to add and delete a user account and to switch users, are described below. Adding User Accounts Click Create Account to add a new account.
Page 86 Removing User Accounts If you click Delete ﬁles, the account and all ﬁles belonging to the account are deleted. ■ If there is only one If you click Keep ﬁles, only the administrator account for the account is deleted and the ﬁles computer, you cannot delete the belonging to the user are saved on administrator account.
Page 87 Changing the screen resolution and the color The resolution refers to the number of pixels displayed on the screen. When increasing the resolution, the items on the Desktop become smaller and more items can be displayed on the screen. The higher the color quality, the more colors are displayed on the screen.
Page 88 Conﬁguring the Start Menu Power Button The Power button on the Start menu Click on Change Advanced Power ) performs various operations Settings and open Start Menu depending on the settings. Power Button in the Power Buttons and Lid item. Click Start >...
Page 89 Select a power plan and click the OK button. Power Button Image after Type Description Setting Change Sets the computer to enter Sleep mode. The screen and hard disk will be turned off to reduce the power consumption of the overall system. Sleep If you slide the power switch of the computer downwards, the computer wakes from Sleep Mode and you can resume...
Page 90 Phishing Filter Phishing is a method used by hackers to illegally collect personal information such as credit card numbers, passwords, other account numbers, etc. through emails or websites. The Phishing Filter protects users from these phishing attempts. If the current page is judged to be a suspicious website, the Phishing Filter displays a warning message with an alarm when the Phishing Filter is enabled.
Page 91 The Internet Options window opens. Locate the Phishing Filter item in the Settings ﬁeld. Select Turn on automatic website checking and click the OK button to use the Phishing Filter. To not use the Phishing Filter, select Turn off automatic website checking in the Settings ﬁeld in Step 3 above.
Page 92 User control function Using this function, you can control the content your children can access. You can determine for how long they can use the computer and the content they can access. When you have ﬁnished the settings, click OK to ﬁnish. Conﬁguring Parental Controls Click Start >...
Page 93 Using Activity Report To view the Activity Report, click on View Activity Report on the right of You can view and evaluate your the User Controls window. children’s internet access through the Activity Report. If you click the View Activity Report, the following window opens Open the User Controls window displaying a computer operating...
Page 94: Windows Mobility Center
Windows Mobility Center Using the Windows Mobility Center, you can easily conﬁgure computer settings such as the volume, wireless network connection settings, display settings, etc. all at the same time. Some functions may not be supported depending on the Windows Vista version. Click Start >...
Page 95: Chapter 4. Using The Network
Chapter 4. Using the Network Wired Network Wireless Network Using the Easy Network Manager Bluetooth...
Page 96 Connect a LAN cable to the computer’s LAN port.
Page 97 Select Internet Protocol Version 4 Conﬁgure the IP settings. (TCP/IPv4) from the Networking tab When using DHCP, select Obtain an and click Properties. IP address automatically. To use a static IP address, select Use the following IP address, and set the IP address manually.
Page 98 Using both DHCP Select the Alternate Conﬁguration tab, select User conﬁgured and ﬁll in and a ﬁxed IP simultaneously the corresponding ﬁelds. Using the Alternate Conﬁguration providing by Windows Vista, you can set both automatic and ﬁxed IP addresses and then you can select to use either of them to connect to the Internet.
Page 99 Wireless Network A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network environment that enables communicating between multiple computers at home or a small-size ofﬁce through wireless LAN devices. ■ The descriptions below are for computer models with a Wireless LAN card or device.
Page 100: Connecting To A Wireless Lan
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 Vista. Right-click over the Network Connections ( ) icon on the taskbar and click Connect to the Network.
Page 101 Checking the network connection status If you move the pointer over the Network Connections icon ( ) of the Taskbar, you can view the connection status.
Page 102  You can diagnose the network status. Network Settings This section describes the procedures Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Easy Network Manager to connect to the Internet by setting up > Easy Network Manager. a network. The setting up procedures include procedures to add a printer to the network.
Page 103 Select Internet Direct Connection Click Add Printer and set up a printer and click the Next button. according to the wizard. When the printer has been added, click the Refresh button, select the newly added printer and then click the Finish button.
Page 104 Taskbar using the mouse and select Connect to the Network. Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Easy Network Manager > Easy Network Manager when connected to the Internet. Select an icon that represents the...
Page 105 Diagnosing the Network Status You can diagnose the network state and ﬁnd solutions for why you cannot connect to the network. Launch Easy Network Manager. Select Management and Diagnose Status from the menu. The Network Connections window appears. Click Start to start the network diagnosis.
Page 106 Bluetooth Bluetooth is wireless communications technology that allows access to nearby devices such as another computer, cell phone, printer, keyboard, mouse, etc. without a cable connection. Using Bluetooth, you can exchange ﬁles, connect to the Internet, and construct a private network.
Page 107: Using Bluetooth
Electronic You can exchange business cards with Bluetooth devices Business Card such as a cell phone, PDA, another notebook computer, etc. (Vcard) Exchange You can output computer sound to another Bluetooth device Sound Output or vice versa. You can connect and use Bluetooth peripherals such as a HID Connections keyboard, mouse, joystick, etc.
Page 108 If the Bluetooth Device window If the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard appears, click Add. screen appears, select the My device is set up and ready to be found and click the Next button. When the search is complete, all available Bluetooth devices are listed. Select the Headset from the list and click the Next button.
Page 109 If the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard ■ A Bluetooth device is window appears, click Finish. represented by the device type and name (Dedicated Bluetooth ID). ■ To use the Bluetooth headset, The headset is connected and you Bluetooth Pairing Mode is can now use the Bluetooth headset required.
Page 110 Exchanging Files between Select a computer to which the ﬁle is transmitted and click the OK button. Bluetooth Computers The procedures to exchange ﬁles between computers with Bluetooth capability are described below. On the computer which is sending a ﬁle, right-click the Bluetooth icon ( ) on the taskbar and select File Transfer.
Page 111 PDA, mobile phone, mouse or the ﬁle is transmitted, click on the keyboard may be turned off. To use window. When the Select Access them in connection with a Samsung Permission window appears, click the computer supporting Bluetooth, you OK button.
Page 112: Chapter 5. Using Applications
Chapter 5. Using Applications Introducing Programs Origami Experience CyberLink PowerDVD Samsung Update Plus Play AVStation AVStation Now Play Camera OmniPass (Fingerprint Identiﬁcation software)
Page 113: Introducing Programs
Introducing Programs Using the software supplied with the Samsung computer, you can easily use functions and troubleshoot problems. Try to use the software after learning about the basic use of the software. For detailed information, refer to the help section of the corresponding software.
Page 114  Samsung Update Plus ( Optional) Using this program, you can play a DVD title. Samsung Update Plus is a software The CyberLink PowerDVD program function that examines and updates is only supplied when you have the Samsung software and drivers...
Page 115 Windows and encrypt a ﬁle, all using your ﬁngerprint. p.141  Samsung Recovery Solution II ( Optional) Using this program, you can restore your computer to its initial status before a problem occured while using the...
Page 116: Origami Experience
Origami Experience (Optional) Origami Experience is a program that categorizes programs installed on the computer for easier and more convenient use. It is optional and is not supplied with some models. The terms and the screen ﬁgures in the manual may differ from actual ones. To launch Origami Experience, click Start >...
Page 117 For example, the procedures to launch the Calculator are described below. Launch Origami Experience. Click Programs > More Programs > Calculator.
Page 118: Cyberlink Powerdvd
CyberLink PowerDVD (Optional) CyberLink PowerDVD is a DVD player program. The CyberLink PowerDVD program can only be used when you have purchased an CD/DVD drive, and you have installed the program. It is optional and is not supplied with some models. Insert a DVD title into the CD/DVD If the DVD title is not automatically played, click Start >...
Page 119 If you click the Undock Player Panel button, the program control panel transforms as follows. ■ Detailed Usage For more detailed usage, click Start > All Programs > Cyberlink DVD Suite > Power DVD > PowerDVD Help. ■ DVD Region Code A DVD title has a region code according to the international speciﬁcations so that it can be played only in that speciﬁc region.
Page 120: Samsung Update Plus
Samsung Update Plus (Optional) Samsung Update Plus is software that examines and updates the Samsung software and drivers installed on your Samsung computer to the latest version. ■ To search for updates and update your computer using Samsung Update Plus, your computer must be connected to the Internet.
Page 121 If there are available software or Automatic update items display driver updates for your computer, the By default, your computer is available updates will be listed. conﬁgured to automatically search Select the required updates from the for updates. If there is a new list and click on Install Updates to start the update.
Page 122: Play Avstation
■ To play an audio CD or DVD, you have to connect an external ODD. Use the description below provided that an external ODD is connected. Launching and Screen Layouts To launch the program, click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Play AVStation > Play AVStation. Alternatively, double-click the Play AVStation icon( )on the Desktop.
Page 123 Movie You can play a video (movie) ﬁle or a DVD/VCD title. Music You can play a music ﬁle or an audio CD. Photo You can view or edit a photograph (image), and also view the photographs in a SlideShow. Movie Station Launch Play AVStation and click on Movie on the Station Bar.
Page 124 ■ What is EDS (Enhanced Digital Sound)? EDS (Enhanced Digital Sound) is sound quality enhancement technology devel- oped by Samsung Electronics. You can listen to clearer sound if you enable the EDS function when playing music or movie on Play AVStation.
Page 125 Click on Capture Current Screen ( ) below the You can view captured images in the Photo Station > Captured Images folder. Captured images are saved in C:\Samsung\Play AVStation\Data\Capture. You can change the captured image folder by selecting Menu > Tools > Options > Capture.
Page 126 Adding Videos to the Library Select a target folder and select Video Files option in the Target File The Movie Library is a library with movie Type ﬁeld. ﬁles to be used by Movie Station. The procedures to add movie ﬁles saved on the computer to the Library are described The movie ﬁles found in the selected below.
Page 127 Highlight / Chapter Function Select the movie type (Sports, News, Other). Using the Highlight function, you can A Highlight / Chapter is created. watch a highlighted part of a movie such as a sports or news item, etc. Using the Chapter function, you can create To watch a highlight, double-click chapters for a movie and play the movie a ﬁle made and click the Highlight...
Page 128 Music Station Launch Play AVStation and click Music on the Station Bar. Music Type Music Search Music Library Playlist Window Repeat Setting Volume Control Random Play Play Control Buttons Setting...
Page 129 To use it, you need to connect an Audio CD folder of the Library and external-type ODD. double-click the title. The CD is played. Insert an audio CD into the CD/DVD drive. If the AutoPlay window appears, select Play audio CD using Samsung PLAY AVStation.
Page 130 Playing a Music File If a music ﬁle is registered to the Music Library, you can easily play the music ﬁle. For the procedures to register tracks to the Library, refer to p.131. Move to Music Station and double-click on All Music. Double-click a music ﬁle.
Page 131 Adding Music Files to the Library The music ﬁles found in the selected folder are added to the Library. The The Music Library is a library with music ﬁles are registered. music ﬁles used by Music Station. The procedures to add music ﬁles saved on the computer to the Library are described below.
Page 132 Photo Station Launch Play AVStation and click on Photo on the Station Bar. Photo Library Photo List and Thumbnail Window View and Edit Button SlideShow Button Batch Edit Button...
Page 133 Viewing an Image Click on To The list Screen to return to the list. The procedures to view images registered to the Photo Library ■ Viewing an image not individually and via a SlideShow are registered to the Library described below. Click Menu >...
Page 134 Editing an Image If the Preview screen appears, click the Edit button at the bottom left. If You can shape, edit, or apply special the image editor screen appears, edit effects to an image. The image editing the image using the Edit tools at the functions are described below.
Page 135 Adding Images to the Library The Photo Library is a library with image ﬁles to be used by Photo Station. The procedures to add image ﬁles saved on the computer to the Library are described below. You can add ﬁles and folders. As an example, the procedures to add folders are described below.
Page 136: Avstation Now
AVStation Now (Optional) Using AVStation Now, you can easily and quickly play music, photographs, movies and DVDs when the computer is on/off. Start Screen Layout When the computer is on or off, press the Each menu of AVStation Now is linked to a multimedia program so that you can AV button ( use the corresponding function.
Page 137 Music: Play AVStation is launched and you can play a music ﬁle or audio CD. Movie: Play AVStation is launched and you can play a movie or DVD title. Photo: Play AVStation is launched and you can view photographs or image ﬁles individually or in a SlideShow.
Page 138: Play Camera
■ Do not take a picture of a person without that person’s consent. ■ Do not take a picture where photographing is prohibited. ■ Do not take a picture where you may violate another person’s privacy. Photographing Procedures 1. Select Start > All Programs > Samsung > Play Camera > Play Camera.
Page 139 Close the Window Preview Window Open Folder: Opens the folder Capture Screen (Still Picture): Takes a picture. which includes photos. Rear Camera: Select to use the rear camera. Preview Window: Shows or Front Camera: Select to use the front camera. hides the Preview window.
Page 140 Photographing Procedures 2. When the computer is on, press the SHUTTER button at the top. When the Play Camera program is launched, press the Shutter button again. A picture will be taken. To switch the active camera to the rear or front camera, press the Front Camera ) or Rear Camera ( ) in the Play Camera screen and press the Shutter button.
Page 141: Omnipass (Fingerprint Identiﬁcation Software)
OmniPass (Fingerprint Identiﬁcation software, Optional) (Fingerprint Identiﬁcation, Integrated Password Authentication) Using the OmniPass program, you can use the following functions. Fingerprint Identiﬁcation Function You can register your ﬁngerprint and use it instead of a password. Integrated Password Authentication Function You can use your Windows user account information using the Integrated Password Authentication Function.
Page 142 Click Run Enrollment Wizard to start To register a ﬁngerprint, click on the registration. AuthenTec Fingerprint Device and then click the Next button. The ﬁngerprint registration begins. Select the ﬁnger to be registered and click the Next button. Register the ﬁngerprint by placing your ﬁnger over the ﬁngerprint identiﬁcation sensor and placing it down slowly.
Page 143 Logging onto Windows When the user proﬁle backup instruction window appears, read the contents and click on Current If you turn the computer on after Backup. completing the user information Specify a path to save the user registration step, the Logon proﬁle to and save the name.
Page 144 The procedures to encrypt ﬁles are (To use the integrated password authentication function) described below. In the Logon Authentication This function is applied to some window, select Integrated Password models only. Authentication. Enter the username and the login password and click the OK button.
Page 145 Logging into Internet Sites When the ﬁle encryption authentication window appears, You can easily login to frequently used select AuthenTec Fingerprint Internet sites using the ﬁngerprint Driver, place your ﬁnger over the identiﬁcation or password authentication ﬁngerprint identiﬁcation sensor and functions instead of entering your user ID push it down slowly.
Page 146 When the mouse pointer changes x Select AuthenTec Fingerprint to a yellow key icon ( ), click the Device, place your ﬁnger over the login window, but not the Sign in ﬁngerprint identiﬁcation sensor and push it down slowly once. button.
Page 147: Chapter 6. Settings
Chapter 6. Settings BIOS Setup Setting a Boot Password Changing the Boot Priority Battery...
Page 148: Bios Setup
Entering the BIOS Setup Slide the Power Switch down. The computer is turned on. The booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears. Press the R button ( ) on the right side of the computer. When an external keyboard is connected, press the F2...
Page 149 After a moment, the BIOS setup screen appears. The items in the BIOS setup may differ depending on the product. Setup Menu Help Help for the selected item appears automatically. Setup Items...
Page 150 The BIOS Setup Screen Menu Description Main Used to change the basic system and environment settings. Used to conﬁgure advanced functions on your computer around devices and Advanced chipsets. Security Used to conﬁgure security functions, including passwords. Boot Used to set the boot priority and other boot options Exit Used to exit the Setup either saving the changes or not.
Page 151 System Setup Buttons (Keys) The following Buttons(keys) are used in System Setup. When an external keyboard is connected, you can use the key enclosed in parentheses. For example, press the F1 key on the exernal keyboard instead of the L button. Setup Key Button Function...
Page 152 Enter Button Selects an item or opens a submenu. (Enter Key) To initialize the setup settings, press the F9 key on the external keyboard. (F9 Key) If an external keyboard is not connected, select Exit > Load Setup Default from the setup menu. To save the changes press the F10 key on the external keyboard.
Page 153: Setting A Boot Password
ﬁles saved on the computer. 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. For the setup buttons, refer to the description of ‘System Setup Buttons (Keys)’.
Page 154 Enter the password with the keypad Setting a User Password and press the Enter button. Reenter the password and press the Users can start the system with a user Enter button. password, but cannot enter the System Setup. By doing this, you can prevent You can use up to 7 alphanumeric other users from entering Setup.
Page 155 Deactivating the Password On the password to be deactivated, press <Enter>. For example, to deactivate a supervisor password in the Set Supervisor Password item, press <Enter>. In the Enter Current Password item, enter the current password and press <Enter>. Leave the Enter New Password item ﬁeld empty, and press <Enter>.
Page 156: Changing The Boot Priority
Changing the Boot Priority The default boot priority of your computer is the CD-ROM ﬁrst, then a removable device and then the hard disk drive in this order. You can change the booting priority using the Boot menu of the System Setup. As an example, the procedures to change the highest boot priority device to the hard disk drive are described below.
Page 157 Shutdown the system and place the computer upside down on a ﬂat surface. Lift the Stand up and push the Battery Latch down into the Release ( position. Lift the battery up and separate it. Release...
Page 158: Battery
To reinstall the battery, align the Charging the Battery battery to the outside of the computer and insert the battery. Attach the battery and connect the Lift the battery latch up to the Lock AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the ) position and put the Stand down.
Page 159 To view on the battery Battery Usage Time Information Press the button on the outside of the A battery is an expendable supply, so battery to check the remaining battery when using it over a long time, the charge. capacity/battery life is shortened. If the battery life is reduced to under half of its initial time, we recommend purchasing a new battery.
Page 160 Click Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options. Alternatively, right-click the power measuring device icon ( ) in the notiﬁcation area of the taskbar and select Power Options. If the following screen appears, select one of the modes. Samsung Optimized Click the ( Multimedia...
Page 161 Samsung Optimized This mode is appropriate for normal conditions. It maximizes the system performance when the computer is running on AC power while maximizing the battery usage time when the computer is running on battery power. Multimedia This mode is appropriate for a multimedia environment that requires maximum system performance.
Page 162 Calibration Conﬁrmation window and press <Enter>. Turn the computer on again. When The Battery Calibration function is the SAMSUNG logo appears, press activated and the battery is forcefully the R button to enter Setup. discharged. To stop the operation, press the ◄ (Esc) button.
Page 163: Chapter 7. Windows Media Center
Chapter 7. Windows Media Center About Package Contents and the Program Guide Connecting and Setting Up Media Center 165 Using Media Center Windows Media Center is provided for some versions of Windows Vista only. Therefore, this chapter is for models with Windows Media Center only.
Page 164: About Package Contents And The Program Guide
About Package Contents and the Program Guide About the Package Contents The package contents of your Samsung computer may differ depending on the computer model. The Media Center remote control, external-type remote control sensor and TV tuner card are not supplied with your computer and the devices are not required to use Media Center.
Page 165: Connecting And Setting Up Media Center
Media Center. Since these devices are not supplied with To use Media Center using a remote your Samsung computer, you have to control, you have to install the remote purchase them additionally if necessary. control sensor on the computer.
Page 166: Connecting Devices
TV Tuner Card ► Connecting to the Internet To view the TV Guide or to move to Using a TV tuner card, you can watch Media Center sites in Media Center, you and record TV programs. have to connect to the Internet. Some models have built-in TV tuner Connect the network (LAN) cable to the cards.
Page 167 Media Center Setup If the following start screen appears, select the installation option. Connect all necessary devices and setup Express Setup enables you to use Media Center. You have to complete the the basic functions of Media Center settings to use Media Center. when clicking OK.
Page 168 If you have selected Custom Setup, When the Media Center setup is continue with the setup according to complete, click Finish. the Setup Wizard instructions. Now you can use the Media Center. If there are no installed TV tuner cards, the TV related setup steps will appear during the Media Center setup.
Page 169: Using Media Center
Using Media Center The descriptions of the Media Center start screen and basic functions will be given below. Start Screen Layout If you selected Run Setup Later in the Media Center start screen or did not complete the Setup Wizard, the Setup Wizard screen appears when launching Media Center.
Page 170 Pictures + Videos Pictures + Videos: You can view pictures, images and video ﬁles. In Pictures + Videos, you can view pictures and videos registered to the Music: You can listen to music ﬁles, Media Center library. audio CDs and the radio. In addition, you can also view ﬁles not registered to the library by registering TV + Movies : You can watch and record...
Page 171 If the Library Setup screen appears, Viewing Pictures and Images select Add Folder to Watch. The procedures to view pictures and images registered to the library are described below. Specify the path for the folder according to the instructions on the Picture and image ﬁles are saved screen.
Page 172: Viewing Videos
Select a folder with picture ﬁles. Viewing Videos The procedures to view videos registered to the library are described below. Video ﬁles are saved in the Computer > Local Disk (C:) > Users > User Accounts > Video Folder or Computer > Local Disk (C:) >...
Page 173: Viewing Pictures And Videos
Viewing Pictures and Videos After a while, a window notifying you that new media has been found Saved on Removable Media appears. Select View Pictures or View Videos. The procedures to view pictures, images and videos saved on removable media in Media Center are described below.
Page 174 Music In Music of Media Center, you can play Ripping an Audio CD music ﬁles or audio CDs. In addition, you can rip the tracks of an audio CD onto the Launch Media Center. computer and play them later individually or by using a playlist.
Page 175 If the Rip CD window appears, click Playing Ripped Tracks Yes. Launch Media Center, and select Music. Ripping a CD begins by showing rotating CD icon on the right side that indicates ripping a CD is in progress. If you select Music Library, the When ripping is complete, the ripping album list appears including the CD complete message appears.
Page 176: Using Playlists
Using Playlists The + mark starts blinking at the bottom left of the Media Player You can easily create, manage and play window and disappears the selected a playlist with ripped music albums and music ﬁles are added to the queue. music ﬁles downloaded from the Internet.
Page 177 Select Save As Playlist, enter a To play the saved playlist, select playlist name and select Save. If you Media Center > Music Library > have a remote control, you can enter Playlist, select a playlist and click a name using the numeric buttons on Play.
Page 178 TV + Movies Play DVD The DVD title appears. The TV function is only available when a TV tuner card is installed on your computer. Search You can search for a program by the title, TV + Movies Menus keyword or genre. Live TV What is a TV Program Guide - EPG?
Page 179 Playing a DVD After a moment, the DVD menu is displayed. The procedures to watch a DVD title are It the DVD menu is not automatically described below. displayed, select Play DVD in the start screen. To use it, you need to connect an external-type ODD.
Page 180 Online Media You can access more online content through Online Media. Online Media is a service provided by content providers via the Media Center. You can enjoy all kinds of multimedia content such as movies, news, sports, etc. over the Internet. ■...
Page 181 Chapter 8. Appendix Using Samsung Magic Doctor Using McAfee SecurityCenter Reinstalling Software Reinstalling Windows Vista Samsung Recovery Solution II Q & A Intel Media Sharing Software Information 218 Product Speciﬁcations Glossary Index Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE...
Page 182: Using Samsung Magic Doctor
Using Samsung Magic Doctor Magic Doctor is troubleshooting software provided by Samsung Computer. A user can diagnose system problems via one-click or by selecting diagnostic items. Diagnosing the System When the system diagnosis is Diagnosing the System is a function to...
Page 183: Using Mcafee Securitycenter
Using McAfee SecurityCenter (Optional) A computer virus is a program that damages computer ﬁles and information saved on a computer. A computer is infected by an already infected ﬁle or by another computer over the Internet. Let’s learn how to use McAfee SecurityCenter in order to scan and remove viruses and to protect your computer from various threats on the Internet.
Page 184: Reinstalling Software
Reinstalling Software You can reinstall software using the System Software Media, when a device driver or computer application is not working properly. When software is not working properly, it is recommended removing the software using the Add or Remove Programs of the Control Panel and reinstalling the software using the System Software Media.
Page 185: Installing Software
► If you select this option, programs not currently installed on the Standard computer are listed. Installation You can conveniently use this option, when installing all the programs on the media after reinstalling Windows. ► If you select this option, programs are listed that need to be installed on Minimum the computer (drivers, Windows updates, etc.).
Page 186: Reinstalling Windows Vista
■ The User Guide describes procedures on the basis of Windows Vista Home Premium. Reinstalling Windows may delete data (ﬁles and programs) saved on the hard disk drive. Make sure to backup all important data. Samsung Electronics shall not be held liable for any loss of data. When the AutoPlay window appears, Reinstalling in Windows select Run setup.exe and tap Allow.
Page 187 When the window appears allowing When previous Windows you to select the operating system to installation ﬁles are in the selected be installed, tap the Next button. partition, a message appears informing you that the ﬁles and folders will be moved to the Windows.old folder.
Page 188 The Registration Complete window Reinstalling when Windows appears. If you tap the Start button, does not start a computer speciﬁcations check begins. When Windows does not start, boot up with the System Recovery Media and from After a while, the Windows Desktop there you can reinstall Windows.
Page 189 When a window appears in which you The subsequent steps are the can select the operating system to be same after 5 step for Reinstalling in installed, tap the Next button. Windows. p.186 The name of the operating system may differ depending on the Windows version.
Page 190: Samsung Recovery Solution Ii
Samsung Recovery Solution II (Optional) For models with a hard disk drive of 60GB or less, Samsung Recovery Solution II supports the Basic Restore and Complete Restore functions except for the Backup functions. What is Samsung Recovery Solution II? Samsung Recovery Solution II enables you to easily restore your hard disk drive to a previous state when a problem occurs with your computer.
Page 191 This function saves the image of drive C to drive D at a user’s speciﬁed time. If a user has backed up the disk image using User Backup, the User Backup user can restore the computer to the backup image using Complete Backup Restore.
Page 192 Restoring Your Computer Samsung Recovery Solution II operates as follows when the computer is used for the ﬁrst time. You have to create a backup of the factory status according to the following procedures immediately after purchasing the computer to use the restoration function.
Page 193: Backup Function
This backup image is used for the Complete Restore function that restores your computer to its factory status when the computer is not working properly. For the backup procedures, refer to page 193. 3 days after the Factory Status Backup, a message appears asking b After 3 days, if you want to backup the current status of drive C.
Page 194 When the computer is restarted, the When the partitioning is complete, the partition disk screen appears before Factory Status Backup is performed proceeding with the Factory Status to backup the factory status of drive C Backup. Read the instructions on the to a secure place.
Page 195 Description input box and click the Next button. The computer is restarted in restoration mode. Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Samsung Recovery Solution II > Samsung Recovery Solution II. When you cannot start Windows...
Page 196 OK to restart the system. a previous stable condition using Samsung Recovery Solution II. Samsung When the backup is complete, a Recovery Solution II provides Basic Samsung Recovery folder is created Restore and Complete Restore functions.
Page 197 If you connect a USB keyboard during If you select a symptom, Samsung the installation, the system will not recognize the keyboard. Recovery Solution II will display the recommended restoration menu.
Page 198 If you fail to ﬁnd your symptom using The system is restarted in restoration Select by Symptom, close the Select mode. by Symptom screen and click Restore The ﬁrst time the computer boots up from the main menu. after a Complete Restore has been performed, the boot speed may slow down due to the system optimization process.
Page 199 Removing Recovery Solution If you do not need or use Samsung Recovery Solution II, you can remove the Recovery Solution program. Removing the Samsung Recovery Solution II Program ▶ Even if you remove the Samsung Recovery Solution II program, only the program is removed leaving the restoration area on the disk unchanged.
Page 200: Q & A
Q & A This section provides information on possible problems, solutions and other references for using the system. Display Related The LCD screen is too dark or too bright A Adjust the LCD brightness. For the models with Touch Sensor buttons, press the MENU button and click on Brightness For models without Touch Sensor buttons, press the User Deﬁned buttons (▲/▼) while holding down the DIAL KEY.
Page 201 When I connect a projector, and change the settings to display the screen image on both the LCD and the projector by pressing the MENU button, the screen is not displayed properly. A Press the MENU button and press the button to the right of the LCD/CRT button to switch to LCD+CRT Clone.
Page 202 Wired Network (LAN) Related The <Wake On LAN> function A1 <Wake On LAN> is a function that activates the system from Sleep mode when a signal (such as a ping or magic packet command) arrives over the network (wired LAN). Using the <Wake On LAN>...
Page 203 When I am 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. A When the computer exits standby/hibernate mode, restoring the network takes about 3 seconds. When the network is restored, it operates at 100Mbps/1Gbps.
Page 204 Wireless Network (WLAN) Related The Wireless LAN device is operating properly, but I cannot connect to the Internet or to another computer. ► This is due to an incorrect conﬁguration, or a conﬁguration error. Check the following: A1 If you are using a computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network connection, check that the name of the conﬁgured network (SSID) is correct.
Page 205 Even if the network provides DHCP, the server may not allocate an IP address to the client properly, and the client station cannot connect to the network. I cannot connect to the AP. ► Check the Computer Settings A1 Click Start> All programs> Accessories> Windows Mobility Center and check the status of Wireless Device.
Page 206 ► Check the AP Settings For the AP settings, refer to the User Guide provided by the AP manufacturer. A3 Verify whether the environment is suitable for using a wireless LAN. The use of a wireless LAN may be restricted according to the environment and distance. Obstacles such as walls or doors affect the use of a wireless LAN.
Page 207 ● It is recommended using Long Preamble. Preamble is a signal for data transmission synchronization. Short Preamble may be supported by some types of APs but may cause compatibility problems. ● It is recommended using a static IP. ● Since static channel selection is more reliable than auto channel selection, it is recommended using a static channel.
Page 208 When using a computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network, sometimes I cannot search the access point. A It may happen occasionally when you are using a computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network connection. Even if you cannot ﬁnd some access points, the computer-to- computer (Ad Hoc) network is operating properly. Click Refresh to view the latest search result.
Page 209 Bluetooth The Korean or Chinese characters in a business card received via Bluetooth are broken. A1 If you send a business card including Korean or Chinese characters by selecting a Select a business card in the ﬁle (*.vcf, *.vcd) option, the characters on the received card will be broken.
Page 210 A2 If the headset is connected to a power adapter, you cannot make a Bluetooth connection. Disconnect the power adapter and then retry. A3 In general, a Bluetooth headset has 2 operating modes, On/Off mode and Pairing mode. To connect the headset to another Bluetooth device such as a PC or cell phone, the headset must be in Pairing mode.
Page 211 ● Double-click the Bluetooth icon in the notiﬁcation area of the Taskbar, select the Audio tab and check the connectivity of the Bluetooth Stereo Audio Device that corresponds to the headset in the Connected Device List. If it is not connected,right-click over the device and select Connect.
Page 212 Please use the button to the right of the LCD/CRT button before running a program. Using the button while a program is running is not recommended. Running speed of a game is too slow or fast. A Right-click over the Desktop, select Personal Settings > Screen Saver > Change Power Setting and select ‘High Performance’.
Page 213: Samsung Recovery Solution Ii
● Since Samsung Recovery Solution II is installed on your computer and it reserves approximately 10 GB to save the restoration image, the hard disk drive capacity will be smaller than the actual capacity in My Computer or Windows Explorer.
Page 214 I have pressed the F4 button several times while the computer is booting up in order to use Samsung Recovery Solution II, but Windows Boot Manager suddenly appears instead. A This happens when the Windows Vista Setup menu of the Windows Boot Manager is activated.
Page 215 A 4GB memory capacity is not recognized by Windows. A Windows Vista cannot display more than 4GB of memory due to license problems and driver compatibility reasons. Although the memory capacity is displayed as 3GB in the system information, the 4GB memory is recognized and can be used normally.
Page 216 A2 The UDF button only works when the Easy Button Manager program icon is registered to the Taskbar notiﬁcation area. When you cannot ﬁnd the icon in the Taskbar, select Start > All Programs > Samsung > Easy Button Manager > Easy Button Manager to launch Easy Button Manager, and try again.
Page 217: Intel Media Sharing Software Information
Intel Media Sharing Software Information (Only for some models) Intel Media Sharing Software enables users to access, download and play all kinds of media ﬁles such as music, video, image and picture ﬁles in the home network environment. Intel Media Sharing Software runs on Intel CPU installed Intel Centrino mobile PCs only.
Page 218: Product Speciﬁcations
■ The system speciﬁcations are subject to change without notice. ■ The hard disk drive capacity of a computer in which Samsung Recovery Solution II is installed, is represented as smaller than the product speciﬁcation.
Page 219 Wireless LAN Speciﬁcations (802.11BG Card) Atheros AR5006EX Wireless Network Adapter Device  The Name of the Registered Equipment : Special Low Power Wireless Device for Wireless Data Communication Systems. Item Detailed Speciﬁcations Dimensions 30.0 × 50.95mm (Width X Height) Physical Same as System Operations Operating Speciﬁcations...
Page 220  Radio Speciﬁcations The wireless network interface is designed for the 2.4GHz frequency in the unlicensed ISM band. RF Band 2.4GHz Supported Channels Channels allowed per country. Device Transceiver Standard Output Power MAX 10 mW 11b mode : DSSS, CCK Modulation Scheme 11g mode : OFDM 11b mode : 11, 5.5, 2, 1...
Page 221 Registered Trademarks Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co., Ltd. SENS is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Intel, Pentium/Celeron are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
Page 222: Glossary
Glossary The Glossary lists the terminologies used in this User Guide. For terminologies other than these, look in Windows Help. Backup Direct X A way to save the current data to restore An application interface developed to it later if necessary. A backup is a way to enable Windows application programs restore computer data when the data or to access hardware devices at a very...
Page 223 Firewall LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) A security system used to protect an There are Passive Matrix and Active Matrix internal network or intranet from external LCD types. This computer uses the Active networks through an authentication Matrix type LCD called a TFT LCD. Since procedure.
Page 224 Quick Launch USB (Universal Serial Bus) This refers to a toolbar that can be This refers to a serial interface standard conﬁgured so that you can launch a developed to replace the conventional program such as Internet Explorer or interface standards such as Serial and display the Windows Desktop with one PS/2.
Page 225: Index
Recorder Boot Priority Remaining Battery Charge Button Resolution / Color Charge Safety Precautions Connecting AP / AP Samsung Update Plus Connect / Output Monitor SlideShow Control Panel Status Indicators CyberLink PowerDVD Stylus Pen Desktop / Change User Accounts / Switch User...
Page 226: Contact Samsung World Wide
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE [U.S.A. / U.K. / AUSTRALIA / HONG KONG / MALAYSIA / SINGAPORE] Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any comments or questions regarding a Samsung products, contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Customer Care Center Web Site U.S.A.
Page 227 Customer Care Center Web Site SPAIN 902 10 11 30 www.samsung.com/es [ITALY] Contatta SAMSUNG Se hai commenti o richieste sui prodotti Samsung contatta il nostro Servizio Clienti. Customer Care Center Web Site ITALY 199 153 153 www.samsung.com/it/ [RUSSIA / UKRAINE] Связывайтесь с SAMSUNG по всему миру...

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