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P30 1.0
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No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
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  • Page 1 P30 1.0 Notices No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the manufacturer. The information within this manual is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained in herein;...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

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

  • Page 3: Care During Use

    Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Contact the Samsung Helpline for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer. Follow all local regulations when disposing of old batteries.

  • Page 4: Laser Safety

    Laser Safety All systems equipped with CD or DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard.

  • Page 5: 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.
  • Page 6 In environments where the risk of interference to other devices or services is harmful or perceived as harmful, the option to use a wireless device may be restricted or eliminated. Airports, Hospitals, and Oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated.

  • Page 7: United States Of America

    United States of America Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 8 The FCC has set a general guideline of 20 cm (8 inches) separation between the device and the body, for use of a wireless device near the body (this does not include extremities). This device should be used more than 20 cm (8 inches) from the body when wireless devices are on.
  • Page 9 If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

  • Page 10: Unintentional Emitter Per Ices-003

    Canada Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limitesapplicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté...
  • Page 11 Telecommunications per DOC notice (for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem) The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the users’...

  • Page 12: European Union

    European Union The following information is only applicable to systems labeled with the CE mark European Directives This Information Technology Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following European directives: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC with amending directives 92/31/EEC & 93/68/ EEC as per –...
  • Page 13 European States qualified under wireless approvals: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France (with frequency Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The restrictions), Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Accept EU Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland European States with restrictions on use: In France, the frequency range is restricted to 2446.5-2483.5 MHz for devices above 10 mW transmitting power such as wireless LAN.

  • Page 14: Using Your Documentation

    Using Your Documentation Congratulations on your purchase of a notebook computer with the Windows® XP operating system. Whether you are new to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user’s manual can help you get the most from your computer. Manual Documentation Conventions Information Icons Three icons and their associated messages appear in this manual.

  • Page 15: Touchpad Conventions

    CD-ROM Device Naming Convention In many installation programs you will have to get a program from the CD-ROM device. The program installation sequence assumes that the CD is drive d:\, however this is not always the case. The name of the CD-ROM drive is the letter following the letter assigned to your last HDD.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting Started Introducing Your Computer Front View LCD Panel LCD Panel Status Indicators Hot Keys (p15) (LED) (p17) Power Button Keyboard (p8) Microphone Fingerprint Sensor (Optional) Status Indicators LCD Button (LED) (p17) Touchpad (p12) Scroll Button Touchpad Button Fingerprint sensor is optional. For more information on using the fingerprint sensor, refer to the manual supplied with the device.

  • Page 17: Right View

    Right View Multi-Bay Fan Vent You can install various other multi-bay devices in the multi-bay of the system. Refer to ”Using the Multi-Bay” (p 29). Left View Security Lock Memory Card Slot Modem port Microphone Jack Port (p31) (p34) PCMCIA Slot Hard Disk Headphone LAN Port...

  • Page 18: Back View

    Back View PS/2 Port Monitor Port USB Ports (2.0) DC-In Port Parallel Port Serial Port TV-Out Port 1394 Port (4 pin) (S-VHS) Bottom View Port Replicator Connector Multi-Bay Latch Memory Compartment Hard Disk Screw Speaker Speaker Battery (p70) Battery Latch Getting Started 5...
  • Page 19 Turning the Computer On and Off To turn on the computer 1. Insert the battery and connect the AC adapter according to the Installation Guide. 2. Press LCD button on the front of the system and open the LCD panel. 3.
  • Page 20 If the computer is not turned off properly due to a system error, press <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete>. When [Windows Task Manager] dialog box appears, click Shut Down > Turn Off to turn off the computer. Your unsaved work may be lost/damaged. If <Ctrl>+<Alt>+<Delete> keys do not operate either, press the power button for more than 4 seconds to turn off the computer.

  • Page 21: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard Your computer has an 89-key keyboard. By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard. Function & Special Purpose Keys Function Windows Embedded Numeric Keypad Cursor/Screen Control Keys Although the layout of the keys on your computer’s keyboard is different from that on a desktop computer’s keyboard, the keyboard feels like a full-sized keyboard when you use it.

  • Page 22: Using The Numeric Keypad

    Do not allow liquid to drip into the keyboard or you may damage the keyboard. Using the Numeric Keypad Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign. A number or symbol on the corner of each keypad key shows its numeric function.

  • Page 23: Using Special Function Keys

    Using Special Function Keys The function key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another keys. <Fn> Key Key Name Key Function Combinations <Esc/ > Rest Puts the computer into suspended mode. (p66) <F2/ > Gauge You can check the power supply, the battery charge, the wireless LAN, and the volume status.
  • Page 24 < > Brightness Up Makes the LCD screen brighter. < > Brightness Down Makes the LCD screen dimmer. < > Volume Down Decreases the audio volume. < > Volume Up Increases the audio volume. When you press a function key combination, the system sound may be temporarily muted.

  • Page 25: Using The Touchpad

    Using the Touchpad In Windows, you always see a small graphical image on the screen that indicates the location where you can take the next action. This image is called a pointer, and is usually displayed in arrow shape ( ) or ‘I’...
  • Page 26 You can use various actions with your touchpad as described below. Action Function Process Move Move the pointer Place your finger on the touchpad and slide your finger to a destination. Click Select an object, open a menu, or Place the pointer over an object, execute a button then press left touchpad button once.
  • Page 27 Action Function Process Scroll Display upper/lower/left/right part Press the scroll button. of the content within a window Or, place your finger on the right (Applicable to certain programs edge or bottom edge of the only) touchpad and move vertically or horizontally.
  • Page 28 Hot Keys Internet Button Launches Internet Explorer. E-Mail Button Launches Outlook Express. User 1 Button You can launch a frequently used program by pressing the button. By default, Windows Calculator is configured to be launched when you press this button. User 2 Button By default, Windows Explorer is configured to be launched when you press User 2 button.
  • Page 29 Changing the Hot Key Setting Following example shows how to change the setting of User 1 button. 1. Double-click the Key Define Utility icon ( ) on the taskbar. 2. Click Browser in the User 1 item. In the models with wireless LAN/Bluetooth installed, you cannot change the configuration of the User 2 button.

  • Page 30: Reading The Status Indicators

    Reading the Status Indicators Status indicators show the status of computer functions. Num Lock Turns on when the numeric keypad is activated. Caps Lock Turns on when all alphabet characters you type will be in upper case. Scroll Lock Turns on when it is set to scroll the screen up and down while the cursor position does not change in some applications.

  • Page 31: Adjusting Lcd Brightness

    Adjusting LCD Brightness There are 16 levels of LCD brightness (1: Dimmest ~ 16: Brightest). Press <Fn>+< > or <Fn>+< > keys from the keyboard to adjust LCD brightness. When changed, the current LCD brightness is displayed on the top left corner of the LCD screen for a few seconds.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume To adjust using keyboard Press <Fn>+< > or <Fn>+< > from the keyboard. The changed volume level is displayed on the upper part of the screen for a few seconds. To adjust using volume control program Click the Volume icon( ) on the taskbar, and move the Volume slider to a desired level.

  • Page 33: Introducing Windows

    Introducing Windows Understanding the Desktop The desktop is the working area on the computer. It consists of the large workspace and a taskbar at the bottom. Shortcut Icons Start Menu Recycle Bin Language Bar Start Button Taskbar System Tray with Clock Start Button Opens the Start menu.

  • Page 34: Understanding The Start Menu

    Understanding the Start Menu The Start menu includes everything that is required to start Windows. From the Start menu it is possible to run a program, open a file, assign system users with Control Panel, receive support by clicking Help and Support, and search desired items from the computer or Internet by clicking Search.

  • Page 35: Understanding A Window

    Understanding a Window A window is the basic component in working with the computer. The My Computer window, which is a window for the computer's hard drive, will be used as an example here to show the basic composition of a window. Click Start >...

  • Page 36: Help And Support Center

    Help and Support Center Help and Support Center provides references and troubleshooting information regarding computer use. Click Start > Help and Support. Windows XP Tour You can tour elementary functions provided by Windows XP. Click Start > Tour Windows XP. Or click Start >...

  • Page 37: Using The Computer

    Using the Computer Using the CD Drive One of the following CD drives is installed in your computer. CD-ROM drive Reads a CD. CD-RW drive Reads and writes a CD. DVD-ROM drive Reads a CD/DVD. CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo drive Reads a CD/DVD and writes a CD. DVD Multi Drive Reads CD/DVD, and writes data to CD/DVD.
  • Page 38 3. When the tray slides out, remove the CD from the tray. 4. Push the tray in gently until it clicks. If you remove the CD when the CD access LED is on, the disk and the data in it may be damaged. Emergency Eject Hole To eject a CD when the CD drive is not working or the computer is turned off, unfold a paper clip, and insert the unfolded end of the clip into the emergency...
  • Page 39 To use the Windows Media Player The Windows Media Player allows you to play audio and video files from the computer or the Internet. To launch the Windows Media Player, click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Entertainment > Windows Media Player. Playlist Features Playback Control Area...
  • Page 40 To write data on a CD (Option) If your computer has CD-RW functionality, you can copy data to a blank CD or create an audio CD. An additional CD writing program is supplied in an additional CD. For information about use, refer to the supplied manual. You cannot write to a CD that already has data in it.
  • Page 41 5. Click Write these files to CD in the CD drive window. 6. When the CD Writing Wizard appears, enter the CD label, and click Next. The data begins copying. 7. When copying is completed, a ‘completed’ message appears and the CD drive window opens automatically.
  • Page 42 Using the Multi-Bay Multi-Bay provides space for CD drive installations. You can replace the CD drive with various other types of drives. The procedures to replace the drive installed in the Multi-Bay with other drives are described below. 1. Turn off the computer. 2.

  • Page 43: Using The Pcmcia Card Slot

    Using the PCMCIA Card Slot Various different functions can be added by inserting PCMCIA cards into the system. This system supports 16/32 bit, type I or II PCMCIA card types. The PCMCIA card slot does not support a ZV card or a PCMCIA III card. To insert a PCMCIA card Before using the PCMCIA slot, remove the slot protector.

  • Page 44: Using Memory Card Slot

    Using Memory Card Slot Through the memory card slot, you can use memory cards such as memory stick, SD (Secure Digital) memory card, and MMC (Multi Media Card). You can use the memory cards as a removable disk, and use them to exchange data between your computer and digital devices such as a digital camera.

  • Page 45: To Remove A Memory Card

    2. Click Start > My Computer. The inserted memory card is displayed. SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card / Memory Stick MMC (Multi Media Card) 3. You can write data to the memory card. If the memory card is not formatted yet, format the memory card before use.
  • Page 46 To use a memory card in both the computer and other digital device such as a digital camera, it is recommended to format the memory card in the digital device. If you format the memory card in the computer, you may have to format the memory card in other digital device again to use the memory card in the digital device.

  • Page 47: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet Connecting with a Modem Before Start: Prepare a telephone line that is not digital. Contact an internet service provider (ISP) for instructions on how to connect to and disconnect from the Internet. 1. Connect a telephone line to the computer’s modem port. 2.

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