Page 1 SAMSUNG NB28 Plus/N148 Plus/ N208 Plus/N218 Plus/ N143 Plus/N248 Plus User Guide English ..1-1...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
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 4: 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 5 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 smaller than the actual capacity due to the difference in capacity calculation. (E.g.
Page 6: 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 7 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Power Related 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 8 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 or step onto the power input jack, AC adapter or the cord or AC adapter to avoid Otherwise, there is a danger...
Page 9 Do not close the LCD panel and put the computer into battery and adapter approved your bag to move it when it is by Samsung Electronics. still turned on. If you put the computer into adapters may not meet the...
Page 10 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Usage Related Never heat the battery or put If liquid leaks out of the battery or there is a funny Disconnect all cables put or use the battery in a smell coming from the connected to the computer hot location such as a sauna,...
Page 11 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 the computer is in an air- power supply or AC adapter. over or near the computer.
Page 12 Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Security 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 13 Do not heat the battery Use only a battery Do not place a heavy object or expose it to heat (e.g. authorized by Samsung over the product. inside a vehicle during the Electronics. summer). This may cause a problem Failing to do so may cause an with the computer.
Page 14 Caution Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Usage Related Do not place a candle, light Do not use your computer Do not touch the antenna cigar, etc. over or on the and AC-Adapter on your lap with electricity facility such product.
Page 15 Take care not to throw or To connect a device that 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 16 Caution Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Security 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 A hard disk drive is so sensitive to external impact that an separate all connected...
Page 17: Proper Posture During Computer Use
Proper Posture During Computer Use 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. Otherwise, the probability of (RSI: Repetitive Strain Injury) from repeated operations may increase and serious physical harm may be caused.
Page 18 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. Keep the line from your elbow to your Adjust the height of the monitor and the hand straight.
Page 19 Volume Control Use Time (Break Time) (Headphones and Speakers) Take a break for 10 minutes or more after a 50-minute period when working for more than one hour. Illumination Do not use the computer in dark locations. The illumination level for Check your volume! computer use must be as bright so for...
Page 20: 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 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 the safety instructions marked on the product...
Page 21 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 22: Replacement Parts And Accessories
“Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. Contact the Samsung Helpline for Should the unit ever need servicing, contact information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer.
Page 23 Connect and Disconnect Power Cord Requirements the AC adapter The power cord set (wall plug, cable and AC adapter plug) you received with your The socket-outlet shall be installed near the computer meets the requirements for use equipment and shall be easily accessible. in the country where you purchased your Do not unplug the power cord out by pulling equipment.
Page 24: Regulatory Compliance Statements
Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. country sections (or country group sections). The wireless devices in your system are only label.
Page 25 “European Economic Area Samsung Electronics Suzhou Computer Restrictions” below. Co., Ltd. For the web or the phone number of Samsung Service Centre, see the Warranty or contact the retailer where you purchased your product. 1-23...
Page 26 Käesolevaga kinnitab Samsung seadme Notebook PC vastavust direktiivi Eesti [Estonian] asjakohastele sätetele. Hereby, Samsung, declares that this Notebook PC is in compliance with English the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive Por medio de la presente Samsung declara que el Notebook PC Español...
Page 27 Härmed intygar Samsung att denna Notebook PC står I Svenska [Swedish] Íslenska [Icelandic] Norsk Samsung erklærer herved at utstyret Notebook PC er i samsvar med de [Norwegian] Türkiye [Türkçe] To view the EU Declaration of Conformity for this product (in English only), go to: http://www. the product.
Page 28 European Economic Area General Restrictions European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) and the Local Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage [Note to integrator: The following statements use only. on local restrictions must be published in all end-user documentation provided with the Belgium system or product incorporating the wireless...
Page 29 This equipment has been approved to European Telecommunication Pan-European single terminal connection EU-approved modems) to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). However, due to differences between the indicates individual PSTNs provided in different compliance of this equipment to the Radio countries, the approval does not, of and Telecom Terminal Equipment Directive itself, give an unconditional assurance...
Page 30: 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 31: 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 32: 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 Lens (Optional) Using this lens, you can take still pictures and record video.
Page 33: Status Indicators
Status Indicators Caps Lock This turns on when the Caps Lock key is pressed allowing capital letters to be typed without holding the Shift button down. Hard Disk Drive Indicates that the hard disk drive is running. Wireless LAN This turns on when the wireless LAN is operating. Charge Status This shows the power source and the battery charge status.
Page 34: Right View
Right View Wireless LAN Switch wireless LAN function is turned off. (Optional) You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboard/ USB Port mouse, digital camera, etc. Monitor Port A port used to connect a monitor, TV or projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB interface.
Page 35: Left View
Charging a device through a Chargeable USB takes longer than using a regular charger. Press the F2 key when the Samsung logo appears in the booting sequence to enter the BIOS Setup, select Advanced > USB Charge In Sleep Mode, and set it to Enable.
Page 36: Back View
Back View Battery This is a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery that supplies power to the computer. Bottom View Battery Latches The latch used to remove or install the battery. Memory Compartment Cover The main memory is installed inside the cover. The internal heat of the computer is emitted through these Fan Vents holes.
Page 37: 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 When using the power cable, insert the power cable completely into the AC adapter. Some items may be replaced with similar products and the color of some items may differ from that in this document.
Page 38: Turn On The Computer
Turn on the computer Lift up the LCD panel. Slide the Power Switch to turn the computer on. Press the Fn+ key to increase the LCD brightness. You can only use this function after installing Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 and installing the Easy Display Manager program with the system software media disk.
Page 39: Keyboard
Keyboard Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections. The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard. The keyboard may differ depending on your country. The following mainly describes the shortcut keys. You can only use the hot keys and the pre-determined shortcut keys (Windows key, application key, volume key, etc.) after installing Windows XP/Windows Vista/ Windows 7.
Page 40 Windows 7/Vista and installing the Easy Display Manager program with the system software media disk. System diagnosis, recovery and Internet consultation program, Samsung Support Center, will be launched. (Optional) You can only use this function after installing Windows XP/ Windows Vista/Windows 7 and installing the Samsung...
Page 41 Name Function Turns on or off wireless network device in a model equipped with wireless network device. Wireless You can only use this function after installing Windows XP/ network Windows Vista/Windows 7 and installing the Easy Display Manager program and the wireless LAN driver with the system software media disk.
Page 42 Screen Brightness Control To adjust the LCD brightness press the Fn + key combination or the Fn + combination. The changed screen brightness is displayed at the center of the screen for a moment. You can use the screen brightness control keys after installing Windows and Easy Display Manager.
Page 43: 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! Touchpad. If you touch the Touchpad or press the Touchpad buttons while booting up, the Windows boot time may be extended.
Page 44: Cd Drive (Odd, Optional)
CD Drive (ODD, Optional) An optical disk drive is optional and may differ depending on your computer model. 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 45: Inserting And Ejecting A Cd
Inserting and Ejecting a CD Press the Eject button of the optical disk drive at the side of the computer. 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.
Page 46: Multi Card Slot (Optional)
Insert the card into the dedicated adapter (available from most electronic retailers) and then insert the adapter into the multi card slot. However, depending on the adapter’s body material, some RS-MMC cards may not be recognized properly. Samsung recommend that you check the card is recognized correctly prior to purchasing. 1-44...
Page 47: Lcd Brightness Control
To maintain the LCD brightness set by using the brightness control keys or through the Power Options, follow the procedures below. 1. Turn the computer on and press the F2 key when the SAMSUNG logo appears on the screen to enter the BIOS Setup.
Page 48: 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. Press the F12 key while the booting screen(SAMSUNG logo) appears, the system will try to boot from the network.
Page 49: Setting A Boot Password
BIOS Setup. 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- and press <Enter>...
Page 50 Setting Up a Boot Password supervisor password must have been password also deactivates the user To setup a boot password, the administrator password. password (Set Supervisor Password) should be set in advance. In the Set User Password item, press <Enter> and complete the procedures from Set the Password on boot item to Enabled.
Page 51: 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. Disconnect main power plug and remove the battery before continuing.
Page 52 Insert a new memory module into Push the memory module down so that the memory slot at an angle of approximately 30 degrees aligning it to the angle of the memory slot. module down while pulling the memory module latches outward. Memory Slot Close the memory compartment cover and fasten the screw.
Page 53: 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 Never cause a short circuit between the battery pack terminals or disassemble the battery pack.
Page 54: Charging The Battery
To install the battery again, slide the Charging the Battery battery into the system. The battery latches move inwards and Attach the battery and connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the computer. The battery will then start Check if the battery latch has been charging.
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Page 56 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 1-54...
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Page 82 Hereby, Samsung, declares that this Notebook PC is in compliance with the English essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente Samsung declara que el Notebook PC cumple con Español los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o [Spanish] exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Page 83 Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC. Português [Portuguese] essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovensko Samsung izjavlja, da je ta Notebook PC v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in [Slovenian] Slovensky [Slovak] všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. Samsung vakuuttaa täten että Notebook PC tyyppinen laite on direktiivin Suomi 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä...
Page 84 802.11b/802.11g Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à...
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Page 140 Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’ extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’ est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l’ extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de l’IBPT est requise.
Page 141 Eesti 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele [Estonian] asjakohastele sätetele. Por medio de la presente Samsung declara que el Notebook PC cumple Español con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables [Spanish] o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
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