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  • Page 1 SAMSUNG NC108/NC208 User Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1. Getting Started Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade Cautions Regarding OS Support LCD Brightness Control Before You Start BIOS Setup Safety Precautions Entering the BIOS Setup Proper Posture During Computer Use 21 The BIOS Setup Screen Important Safety Information Setting a Boot Password Replacement Parts and Accessories Changing the Boot Priority...
  • Page 5 Chapter 1. Getting Started Cautions Regarding OS Support Before You Start Safety Precautions Proper Posture During Computer Use Important Safety Information Replacement Parts and Accessories Regulatory Compliance Statements WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION Basic Items Overview Front View Status Indicators Right View Left View Bottom View Turn on the computer...

  • Page 6: Cautions Regarding Os Support

    PC. For the installation procedures and any issues with the operating systems or applications not supplied by Samsung Computer, contact the corresponding software company. The company will not provide a replacement or refund due to the reason and if our service engineer visits you due to this problem, a service charge will be applied.

  • Page 7: Before You Start

    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 take care to avoid losing any important data and backup your data to prevent any such data loss.
  • Page 8 About the Product Capacity Representation Standard About HDD Capacity Representation The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1KB=1,000 Bytes. However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage device capacity assuming that 1KB=1,024 Bytes, and therefore the capacity representation of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the actual capacity due to the difference in capacity calculation.

  • Page 9: 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 pictures may differ from actual products. Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.
  • Page 10 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Power Related The power plug and wall outlet figures may differ depending on the country specifications and the product model. Do not touch the main plug or Do not use a damaged or Do not bend the power cord power cord with wet hands.
  • Page 11 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. AC Adapter Usage Precautions If water or another Connect the power cord to Do not place heavy objects substance enters the power the AC adapter firmly. or step onto the power input jack, AC adapter or cord or AC adapter to avoid...
  • Page 12 Please use an authorized your bag to move it when it is battery and adapter approved still turned on. by Samsung Electronics. If you put the computer into Unauthorized batteries and your bag without turning it off, adapters may not meet the...
  • Page 13 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Usage Related Never heat the product(or If liquid leaks out of the Disconnect all cables battery) or put the product(or product(or battery) or there connected to the computer battery) into a fire.
  • Page 14 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Upgrade Related Do not place any container Avoid direct sunlight when Never disassemble the filled with water or chemicals the computer is in an air- power supply or AC adapter.
  • Page 15 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Custody and Movement Related Use only authorized Follow the instructions When carrying the notebook parts (multi-plug, battery for the relevant location computer with other items, and memory) and never (e.g.
  • Page 16 Do not heat the product(or Use only a battery Do not place a heavy object battery) or expose it to heat authorized by Samsung over the product. (e.g. inside a vehicle during Electronics. the summer). This may cause a problem Failing to do so may cause an with the computer.
  • Page 17 Close the LCD panel If the computer emits smoke, only after checking if the or there is a burning smell, Authorized Samsung Repair notebook computer is turned disconnect the power plug Centers will carry out safety off.
  • Page 18 To connect a device that electric shock or fire. drop a computer part or is not manufactured or device. authorized by Samsung Emergency disk eject Electronics, enquire at This may cause injury or method using paperclip your service center before damage to the product.
  • Page 19 Caution Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Custody and Cautions on Preventing Data Loss Movement Related (Hard Disk Management) When moving the product, Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive. turn the power off and ...
  • Page 20 Caution Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Using the power supply in an airplane Since the power outlet type differs depending When using the auto adapter on the type of airplane, connect the power When the cigar socket is provided, you have to appropriately.

  • Page 21: Proper Posture During Computer Use

    Proper Posture During Computer Use Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very important to prevent physical harm. The following instructions are about maintaining a proper posture during computer use developed through human engineering. Please read and follow them carefully when using the computer.
  • Page 22 Eye Position Hand Position Keep the monitor or LCD away from your Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by eyes by at least 50cm. the figure.  Keep the line from your elbow to your  Adjust the height of the monitor and the hand straight.
  • Page 23 Volume Control (Headphones and Use Time (Break Time) Speakers)  Take a break for 10 minutes or more after a 50-minute period when working for Check your volume first to listen to music. more than one hour. Illumination  Do not use the computer in dark locations.

  • Page 24: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Safety Instructions  Openings in the computer case are Your system is designed and tested to meet provided for ventilation. Do not block the latest standards for safety of information or cover these openings. Make sure technology equipment. However, to ensure you provide adequate space, at least 6 safe use of this product, it is important that inches (15 cm), around the system for...
  • Page 25 Care During Use The Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC  Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. When installing and operating devices  Do not spill anything on the system. The please refer to safety requirements in the best way to avoid spills is to not eat or user guide.

  • Page 26: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. Should Contact the Samsung Helpline for information the unit ever need servicing, contact an on how to dispose of batteries that you authorized service location.
  • Page 27 Connecting and Disconnecting Power Cord Requirements the AC adapter The power cord set (wall plug, cable and AC adapter plug) you received with your The socket-outlet should be installed near the computer meets the requirements for use equipment and should be easily accessible. in the country where you purchased your Do not unplug the power cord by only equipment.

  • Page 28: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance (If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band) Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/ 5GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. The following 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 29  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. 802.11ABGN (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wi-Fi) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication. ...
  • Page 30 United States of America USA and Canada Safety Use On Aircraft Caution Requirements and Notices Regulations of the FCC and FAA prohibit airborne operation of radio-frequency wireless devices Do not touch or move antenna while the unit because their signals could is transmitting or receiving.
  • Page 31 Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15 If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The (If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band) user may find the following booklet helpful: “ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Something About Interference.”...
  • Page 32 Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 FCC Part 68 (If fitted with a modem device.) Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication This equipment compiles with part of the devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/5GHz FCC rules. On the back of this equipment Band, may be present (embedded) in your is a label that contains, among other notebook system.
  • Page 33 The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advanced notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
  • Page 34 Canada Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 The maximum allowed antenna gain for use with this device is 6dBi in order to comply with the E.I.R.P limit for the 5.25- to 5.35 and This digital apparatus does not exceed the 5.725 to 5.85 GHz frequency range in point- Class B limits for radio noise emissions to-point operation.
  • Page 35 Telecommunications per DOC notice To avoid electrical shock or (for products fitted with an IC- equipment malfunction do not attempt to make electrical ground compliant modem) connections by yourself. Contact the appropriate inspection authority The Industry Canada label identifies certified or an electrician, as appropriate.
  • Page 36 “European Economic Area Restrictions” below. No. 198, Fangzhou Road, Suzhou Industrial Park, Jiangsu Province, 215021, China Tel:+86-512-6253-8988 For the web or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the Warranty or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
  • Page 37 EU R&TTE Compliance Statements Samsung tímto prohlašuje, že tento Notebook PC je ve shodě se Česky základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice [Czech] 1999/5/ES. Undertegnede Samsung erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Notebook Dansk PC overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv [Danish] 1999/5/EF.
  • Page 38 överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga [Swedish] relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Íslenska Hér með lýsir Samsung yfi r því að Notebook PC er í samræmi við [Icelandic] grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk Samsung erklærer herved at utstyret Notebook PC er i samsvar med de...
  • Page 39 European Economic Area General Restrictions European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW effective Local Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio isotropic radiated power (EIRP) and the Usage frequency range 2400 – 2483.5 MHz. The low band 5.15 - 5.35 GHz is for indoor [Note to integrator: The following statements use only.
  • Page 40 European Telecommunication This equipment has been approved to Council Decision 98/482/EEC - “CTR 21” for Pan- Information (for products fitted with European single terminal connection to the EU-approved modems) Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the Marking by the symbol indicates individual PSTNs provided in different...

  • Page 41: Weee Symbol Information

    WEEE Symbol Information Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems.) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g.

  • Page 42: Basic Items

    Basic Items The items included in the package may vary depending on your selection of the optional items. Some items may be replaced with similar products and the color of some items may differ from that in this document. Computer Standard Battery AC Adapter Power Cable...

  • Page 43: Overview

    Overview Before You Start!  Optional items 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. Front View Camera (Optional) Using this camera, you can take still pictures and record video.

  • Page 44: Status Indicators

    Status Indicators This turns on when the Caps Lock key is pressed allowing capital Caps Lock letters to be typed without holding the Shift button down. On: Upper-case alphabetic input Off: Lower-case alphabetic input Indicates that the hard disk drive is running. Hard Disk Drive This turns on when the wireless LAN is operating.

  • Page 45: Right View

    Right View A jack used to connect the headphones. Headphone Jack A jack used to connect the microphone. Microphone Jack You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a USB Port keyboard/mouse, digital camera, etc. A port used to connect a monitor, TV or projector supporting a Monitor Port 15pin D-SUB interface.

  • Page 46: Left View

    Left View A jack to connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the DC Jack computer. Connect the Ethernet cable to this port. Wired LAN Port Fan Vents The internal heat of the computer is emitted through these holes. If the vents are blocked the computer may overheat.

  • Page 47: Bottom View

    Bottom View Battery This is a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery that supplies power to the computer. Battery Latches The latch used to remove or install the battery. Fan Vents The internal heat of the computer is emitted through these holes. If the vents are blocked the computer may overheat. Avoid blocking the vents as this may be dangerous.

  • Page 48: Turn On The Computer

    Turn on the computer Attaching the Battery Battery preparation. Attaching the Battery. Connect the AC adapter Connect the AC adapter. Connect the power cable. DC-in Jack Power AC Adapter Cable  Charge the battery fully when using the computer for the fi rst time. ...

  • Page 49: Turn On The Computer

    Turn on the computer Charge the battery fully when using the computer for the first time. Lift up the LCD panel. Press the Power button to turn the computer on. Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on. Press the key to increase the LCD brightness.

  • Page 50: Using Sleep Mode

    Using Sleep Mode Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7. Sleep mode enables switching the computer to Standby mode in order to minimize power consumption and enables users to use the computer instantly by pressing any key on the mouse or keyboard. Using Sleep Mode in Windows 7/Vista Click Start >...
  • Page 51 Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard Touchpad CD Drive (ODD, Optional) Connecting the CD Drive Inserting and Ejecting a CD Multi Card Slot (Optional) Adjusting the Volume...

  • Page 52: Keyboard

    Keyboard Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections.  The keyboard is supplied according to the corresponding country.  The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard.  You can only use the hot keys and the pre-determined shortcut keys (Windows key, application key, volume key, etc.) after installing Windows XP or Windows 7/Vista.
  • Page 53 Support You can only use this function after installing Windows XP or Windows Center 7/Vista and installing the Samsung Support Center program with the system software media disk. (Optional) You can select operation mode when you need maximum system performance or low-noise/low power consumption with one-click.
  • Page 54 Name Function Turns the numeric keyboard on or off. You can only use this function after installing Windows XP or Windows Num Lock 7/Vista and installing the Easy Display Manager program with the system software media disk. If you turn the Scroll Lock on, you can scroll the screen up or down without changing the cursor location in some applications.

  • Page 55: Touchpad

    Touchpad The touchpad provides the same function as a mouse and the left and right buttons of the touchpad plays the role of the left and right buttons of a mouse. Before You Start! Use the Touchpad with your fi ngers. Using a sharp object may damage the ...

  • Page 56: Cd Drive (Odd, Optional)

    CD Drive (ODD, Optional) An optical disk drive is optional and may differ depending on your computer model. For detailed specifi cations, refer to the catalogue.  Do not insert a cracked or scratched CD. Otherwise, the CD may break and damage the optical disk drive when the CD rotates at a high speed.

  • Page 57: Inserting And Ejecting A Cd

    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. Push the CD tray inward until it clicks. The CD drive status indicator is turned on.

  • Page 58: Multi Card Slot (Optional)

    Multi Card Slot (Optional) Using the multi card slot, you can read and write data to a SDHC, MMC, SDXC and SD card. You can use a card as a removable disk and conveniently exchange data with digital devices such as a digital camera, digital camcorder, MP3, etc. You can only use it after installing Windows XP or Windows 7/Vista.
  • Page 59 However, depending on the before formatting it. adapter’s body material, some RS- MMC cards may not be recognized properly. Samsung recommends Click Start > My computer. checking the card is recognized correctly prior to purchasing. Right-click over a card drive with the touchpad and select Format.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume control program. Adjusting the Volume using the Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard Volume Adjustment Program Press the key combination or You can only use it after installing Windows XP or Windows 7/Vista.

  • Page 61: Upgrade

    Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade LCD Brightness Control BIOS Setup Entering the BIOS Setup The BIOS Setup Screen Setting a Boot Password Changing the Boot Priority Upgrading Memory Battery Installing/Removing the Battery Charging the Battery Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge 72 Extending the Battery Usage Time Using the Security Lock Port...

  • Page 62: Lcd Brightness Control

    LCD bad pixels principle of laptop computer Samsung observes the specifications 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 affect the computer performance.

  • Page 63: Bios Setup

    The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on your computer model. Entering the BIOS Setup Turn the computer on. When the booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears, press the F2 key to enter the BIOS Setup. After a moment, the BIOS setup screen appears.

  • Page 64: The Bios Setup Screen

    The BIOS Setup Screen The functions of the BIOS setup are subject to change for product function enhancement purposes. Setup Menu Help Help for the selected item appears automatically. Setup Items Setup Menu Description Sysinfo This is a description about the basic specifications of the computer. Advanced Using this menu, you can configure the major chipsets and additional functions.
  • Page 65 System Setup Keys In the Setup, you have to use the keyboard. Press to view the Setup Help. Up & Down Keys Press to move up and down. F5/F6 Press to change the item value. Press to load the default Setup settings. Press to return to a higher level menu or to move to the Exit menu.

  • Page 66: Setting A Boot Password

    Before You Start!  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. Setting a Supervisor Password Enter a password, press <Enter>, re-...
  • Page 67 Before configuring a user password, a Changing the hard disk drive supervisor password must have been password configured. Deactivating the supervisor For security purposes, you can password also deactivates the user only change a hard disk drive password. password after restarting the In the Set User Password item, press computer by pressing the computer <Enter>...

  • Page 68: Changing The Boot Priority

    Changing the Boot Priority This computer is confi gured to boot from an external-type ODD fi rst. This chapter describes how to change the boot priority so that the computer boots from the hard disk drive fi rst. Select the Boot menu in the BIOS Press the down key (↓) to move to the Setup.

  • Page 69: Upgrading Memory

    Upgrading Memory A memory is installed in the memory slot at the bottom of this computer. The procedures to replace the memory are described below. Before You Start!  Replace new memory only after shutting the computer down completely. Do not replace memory when the computer is in Sleep mode.
  • Page 70 Insert a new memory module into the memory slot at an angle of approximately 30 degrees aligning it to the angle of the memory slot. Memory Slot Push the memory module down so that it is completely fi xed. If the memory does not fi t easily, push the memory module down while pulling the memory module latches outward.

  • Page 71: Battery

    Battery Please refer to the following instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power. A Lithium-Ion smart battery is supplied with this computer. Before You Start! Carefully read and follow the precautions printed on the battery before using the battery. Precautions ...

  • Page 72: Charging The Battery

    Measuring the Remaining Charging the Battery Battery Charge Attach the battery and connect the You can view the battery charge status by AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the completing the following procedures. computer. The battery will then start charging. To use the shortcut key to view You can only use this function after installing Windows XP or Windows 7/Vista and...

  • Page 73: Extending The Battery Usage Time

    Battery Calibration function, and then recharging it again. Disconnect the AC power adapter after turning off the computer. Restart your computer and press the F2 button when the Samsung logo appears, to start the BIOS Setup.

  • Page 74: Using The Security Lock Port

    Using the Security Lock Port You can connect a Kensington lock to the Security Lock port to prevent your computer from being stolen when you have to use the computer in a public place. To use this feature, you have to purchase the Kensington lock additionally. To use the Kensington lock, refer to the product manual.

  • Page 75: Chapter 4. Appendix

    Chapter 4. Appendix Product Specifi cations...

  • Page 76: Product Specifications

    Product Specifications The system specifications may differ depending on the derived models. For detailed system specifications, refer to the product catalogue. NP-NC108/NC208 Intel ATOM™ Processor Main Memory Memory type: DDR3 SODIMM Main Chipset Intel NM10 Express Hard Disk Drive 7mmH SATA HDD...
  • Page 77 Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. All other product or company names mentioned herein are registered trademarks of their respective companies. ENERGY STAR® Partner As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SAMSUNG has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

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