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  • Page 1 User Manual www.samsung.com...

  • Page 2: About This Manual

    For the latest version of the • P lease read this manual before using the computer to ensure manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com . safe and proper use. • O ptional items, some devices and software referred to in the user manual may not be provided or subject to upgrades.
  • Page 3 About this manual Instructional icons and Copyright expressions © 2014 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. This manual is protected under international copyright laws. Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated,...
  • Page 4 Trademarks HDMI, the HDMI logo, and the term High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or • S amsung and the Samsung logo are trademarks or registered registered trademarks of HDMI trademarks of Samsung Electronics. Licensing LLC. • I ntel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation.

  • Page 5: Operating System And Software

    About this manual Caution for the data Product capacity representation Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any data loss. Please Storage capacity representation take care to avoid losing any important data and back up your data to prevent any such data loss.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    External display accessories Desktop Wireless LAN Slim security slot 128 Regulatory compliance The Charms Mobile broadband statements Applications (Wireless WAN, optional) 146 WEEE symbol information Microsoft account 148 Samsung package Store Take-Back program 149 TCO certified (for corresponding models only)

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting started Number/Name Description • T akes photos or videos. • U se the camera application on Camera the Start screen to take photos or Layout videos. • D isplays the user interface. LCD/ • F eatures or options may differ depending on the model. •...
  • Page 8 Getting started Number/Name Description • T his sensor detects the ambient illumination of the computer. If the ambient illumination becomes dark, the LCD becomes dimmer and the keyboard backlight is lit. On the contrary, Light sensor if the ambient illumination becomes brighter, the LCD becomes brighter and the keyboard backlight is turned off.
  • Page 9 Getting started Operating indicator light Number/Name Description • T urns blue while the computer is turned on. • S hows the battery’s charging status while the computer is turned off. Power LED – Red: Battery charging is in progress.

  • Page 10: Right View

    Getting started Right view Number/Name Description Memory card slot • I nsert a memory card into the slot. • C onnect external display devices that support a 15-pin analog connector. Monitor port • Y ou can connect a VGA adapter (optional).

  • Page 11: Left View

    Getting started Left view Number/Name Description • C onnect the AC adapter to supply DC jack the power to the computer. • C onnect external display devices HDMI port that support HDMI. • C onnect a USB device. USB 3.0 port Ear-set/Headset •...
  • Page 12 Getting started About the USB charging port • I t may take longer to charge the battery when charging a USB device. • U se the USB charging port to easily charge a tablet PC or other • T he battery power level may be reduced when charging a USB devices.

  • Page 13: Bottom View

    • E mits sound from the computer. Speaker After replacing the bottom of the computer, the model name, serial number and some logos on will no longer be present. For more information, contact the Samsung Service Center to request assistance.

  • Page 14: Charging The Battery

    Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the AC adapter to charge the battery. • U se only Samsung-approved AC adapters, batteries, and cables. Unapproved adapters or cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the computer.
  • Page 15 The battery is not user-serviceable or user-replaceable. • T o have battery removed or replaced safely, take the device to a Samsung Service Center. You will be charged for this service. • Y ou can use the computer while it is charging, but the battery charging time may increase.

  • Page 16: Battery Status

    Getting started Battery status Battery usage time Move the cursor over the battery icon on the taskbar to view the Batteries are replacement items and over time the battery’s current battery charge when disconnecting the AC adapter from capacity to hold a charge and its power level is reduced. If a the computer.

  • Page 17: Turning The Computer On And Off

    Getting started Turning the computer on and off Press the Power button. The Power LED turns on. Turning on Before turning on the computer, charge the battery. Open the LCD panel.
  • Page 18 Getting started Activate Windows by following the on-screen instructions. Start Start • T he Windows activation screen appears only when turning on the computer for the first time. • T he computer’s date and time may be incorrect when you turn it on for the first time.

  • Page 19: Unlocking The Screen

    Getting started Unlocking the screen Turning off on the desktop To select the Start button, do one of the following: To unlock the lock screen, do one of the following: • T ouch screen: Swipe the lock screen from bottom to top. •...

  • Page 20: Windows

    Windows Help To access the help, do one of the following: • K eyboard: On the desktop, press the F1 key. • T ouch screen: Swipe inward from the right edge of the touch About Windows screen to open the Charms and select the Settings charm → Help.
  • Page 21 Windows Help+Tips You can control Windows menus with the mouse or with gestures. On the Start screen, select Help+Tips. Start...
  • Page 22 Windows Screens in Windows 8.1 The following two screens are provided: the Start screen and the desktop. Start 10:00 AM 1/1/2014 Start screen Desktop...

  • Page 23: Start Screen

    Windows Start screen Number/Name Description • O pens the Charms that are hidden at Launch applications on the Start screen. When the computer is the right of the screen. turned on, the Start screen is displayed first. • T o open the Charms, do one of the following: Open the Start...
  • Page 24 Windows Number/Name Description • T he Start button can be accessed only with the mouse. Move the cursor to the lower-left edge of the screen to view the Start button ( ). Click the button to switch to the most recent Start button application screen or the desktop.

  • Page 25: Desktop

    Windows Desktop Number/Name Description • O pens the Charms that are hidden at The desktop provides a layout that is similar to earlier versions of the right of the screen. Windows. • T o open the Charms, do one of the On the Start screen, select Desktop from the tiles.
  • Page 26 Windows Using the Start button Number Name Touch and hold or right-click the Start button ( ) to quickly and • C ontrol Panel conveniently access various features of Windows. • F ile Explorer • P ower menu •...

  • Page 27: The Charms

    Windows The Charms • K eyboard: Hold down the Windows key ( ) and press the C key. The Charms let you search, share links and photos, connect devices, and change settings. The Charms functions available may differ between the Start screen and the desktop or applications. Opening the Charms •...
  • Page 28 Windows Learning about the Charms • T ouch screen: Swipe inward from the right edge of the touch screen. Use the following Charms to control the computer: Start Start Charm Description • S earch for applications, files, or Search websites by entering keywords.
  • Page 29 Windows Settings charm To configure the computer, open the Charms and then select the Settings charm → an option. Option Description • C onnect the computer to a Network network to use the Internet or share files with other devices. •...

  • Page 30: Applications

    Windows Applications Closing an application Running multiple applications at the same time can slow down the performance of some applications or consume the battery Opening or closing applications power fast. Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain performance. On the Start screen, select an application icon to open it.
  • Page 31 Windows App tiles Opening running applications On the Start screen, place the cursor in the upper-left corner Tile position of the screen until a small application image appears. To change the position of an app tile on the Start screen, select Swipe from the left edge of the touchpad or screen towards and hold the tile and then drag it to a new position.
  • Page 32 Windows Grouping tiles Naming a group To group tiles, select and hold a tile and drag it to an open space. To open menu items, do one of the following: Then, drag other tiles to the new group. • T ouch screen: On the Start screen, swipe upwards from the bottom edge of the touch screen.
  • Page 33 Windows Using split screens Drag the Screen Split Bar to change the screen split ratio. Weather app On the Start screen, select an application. Screen Split Bar Store app To enter the split mode, do one of the following: • T ouch screen: Put your finger on the top edge of the screen, and swipe to the left or right.
  • Page 34 Windows Adding or removing an application on the Using the camera application Start screen Use the camera application provided by Windows to take photos or videos or edit photos. To move to the applications screen, do one of the following: On the Start screen, select Camera ( ).
  • Page 35 Windows Viewing photos or videos Editing photos To view photos or videos, do one of the following: Select a photo. • T ouch screen: Swipe from the left edge of the screen to the right. Swipe downward or upward from the edges of the screen. •...

  • Page 36: Microsoft Account

    Windows Microsoft account Store Some Microsoft services, such as the Store, require a Microsoft Purchase and download applications for the computer. Create a account. Create a Microsoft account to get the most from the Microsoft account to use this feature. See Microsoft account. computer.

  • Page 37: Basics

    Basics • T o open running application, swipe from the left edge of the touch screen to the middle. Start Touch screen (optional) Only use fingers to use the touch screen. Touch screen gestures • T o bring up the app commands, swipe downwards from the Swiping top edge of the touch screen or swipe upwards from the •...
  • Page 38 Basics • T o view all installed applications, swipe upwards on the Start • T o close an application, swipe downward from the top edge screen. to the bottom edge of the touch screen. Start • T o switch from the applications screen to the Start screen, swipe downward on the applications screen.

  • Page 39: Keyboard

    Basics • T o scroll up, down, left or right, swipe with two fingers on the Double-tapping touch screen. To zoom in a part or double-click an item, double-tap on the touch screen. Tapping Tapping and holding To open an application, select a menu item, press an on-screen To perform the right-clicking function, tap and hold an item on button, or enter a character using the on-screen keyboard, tap it the touch screen.
  • Page 40 Basics Dragging Pinching To move an icon, app tile, or preview to a new location, touch and To zoom in, spread two fingers apart on a website, map, or image. hold it, and then drag it to the target position on the touch screen. Pinch to zoom out.
  • Page 41 Basics • D o not apply a severe impact to the touch screen or • L eaving the touch screen idle for extended periods press it with a sharp object. Doing so may damage the may result in afterimages (screen burn-in) or ghosting. touch screen.

  • Page 42: Calibrating The Screen

    Basics Calibrating the screen On the desktop, open the Charms and then select the Settings charm → Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Calibrate the touch settings to make the screen sense accurately Tablet PC Settings → Calibrate..when using a finger. This feature may differ or may not be available depending on the operating system.
  • Page 43 Basics Entering text Select Yes when a pop-up appears. Use the virtual keyboard to enter text. Touch on the calibration screen. • T ext entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, change the input language to one of the supported languages.

  • Page 44: Keyboard

    Basics Changing the keyboard layout Number Description • D elete a preceding character. To change the keyboard layout, touch and select one of the following: • B reak to the next line. • : Simplified Qwerty keyboard. • E nter uppercase. For all caps, press and hold it. •...

  • Page 45: Keyboard

    Basics Entering uppercase Copying and pasting Touch before entering a character. For all caps, touch it twice. Touch and drag your finger across the text to select it. Changing language keyboards Touch and hold the text to open the options pop-up. Add keyboards to enter text in other languages.

  • Page 46: Keyboard

    Basics Keyboard Enter text or access computer functions with the keyboard. • I mages and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system. • T he keyboard layout may differ depending on the country. Using hot keys •...

  • Page 47: Keyboard

    Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon Description Key/Icon Description • V olume Control: Adjust the volume level. • S ettings: Launch the Settings application. • K eyboard backlight control: Adjust the • S creen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the keyboard’s backlight.

  • Page 48: Windows Hot Keys

    Basics Windows hot keys Use hot keys to access functions conveniently in Windows. Press the Windows key ( ) or the Alt key, and a hot key simultaneously. Description • S witch to the Start screen or the Windows key ( ) most recent application.

  • Page 49: Touchpad

    Basics Touchpad Clicking function Tap the touchpad or press the left touchpad button. Use the touchpad to move the cursor or select an item. The left and right buttons of the touchpad act the same as the left and right buttons of a mouse. •...

  • Page 50: Touchpad

    Basics Gesture functions Right-clicking function To right-click an item, tap the touchpad with two fingers or press Opening Charms the right touchpad button. To open the Charms, swipe from the right edge of the touchpad to the middle. Dragging function To move an icon or an app tile to a desired location, press and hold Viewing running applications it and then drag it to the target position with the left touchpad...

  • Page 51: Touchpad

    Basics Scrolling Pinching To scroll up, down, left or right, swipe with two fingers on the To zoom in, spread two fingers apart on a website, map, or image. touchpad. Pinch to zoom out. Gesture functions using three or more fingers on the touchpad are not available.

  • Page 52: Touchpad

    Basics Configuring touchpad gestures Touchpad lock Hold down the Fn key and press the F5 key. You can lock the Configure touchpad gestures to use the touchpad more efficiently. touchpad. On the desktop, open the Charms and then select the Settings charm →...

  • Page 53: Lcd Brightness

    Basics LCD brightness Controlling with Charms Open the Charms, select the Settings charm → , and drag the Adjust the LCD brightness to reduce eye strain and save power. slider. Controlling with keyboard • T o dim the LCD screen, hold down the Fn key and press the F2 key.

  • Page 54: Volume

    Basics Changing display mode Volume Set the optimal conditions for the screen, based on the activity. Adjust the system volume or sound volume when playing music or video. On the Start screen, select Controlling with keyboard Select Settings. • T o turn down the volume, hold down the Fn key and press the Select Display →...
  • Page 55 Basics Dolby Digital Plus • T o mute or unmute the volume, hold down the Fn key and press the F6 key. Use Dolby Digital Plus to optimize your audio experience. This feature enhances sound elements by analyzing and adjusting sound levels automatically.

  • Page 56: Setup Utility (Bios)

    Number Name Turn on the computer. • S etup items Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the • S etup tools F2 key several times. – Help: View the help for BIOS set up. • I f the computer is password-protected, press the F2 key –...

  • Page 57: Keyboard

    Basics BIOS setup keys Number Name • S etup menu Description – SysInfo: View the basic specifications of • C hange values. the computer. • M ove to another menu. – Advanced: Configure the chipsets and Enter •...

  • Page 58: Boot Password

    Basics Boot password Setting passwords There are three password settings available; Supervisor Password, Setting a password with the BIOS enhances protection against User Password, and HDD Password. viruses and hacking attacks. • S upervisor Password (low security level): This password is •...

  • Page 59: Setting A Boot Password

    If you cannot select an item or the HDD Password Frozen message appears, hold down the Power button to restart the computer. Then, press the F2 key several times before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears to enter the BIOS setup screen. Enter a password and select Ok.

  • Page 60: Boot Priority

    Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup. Turn on the computer. Turn on the computer. Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the F2 key several times. Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the F2 key several times.
  • Page 61 Basics Using the Battery Calibration Function Select Advanced → Smart Battery Calibration. When charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short time only, the battery usage time may be reduced by the difference between the actual battery charge and the remaining CPU Power Saving Mode charge display.

  • Page 62: Network & Internet

    Network & Internet Connecting to a Wired LAN Connect a LAN adapter to the wired LAN port of the computer. Wired LAN To access the Internet at home, set up an account with an Internet service provider (ISP). To purchase Internet service and a modem, contact a local ISP.
  • Page 63 Network & Internet On the desktop, open the Charms and select the Settings Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the list of charm → Control Panel → Network and Internet → network settings → Properties. Network and Sharing Center → Change adapter settings. •...

  • Page 64: Wired Lan

    Network & Internet Wake on LAN (WOL) feature Configure the IP settings. • W hen using DHCP, select Obtain an IP address Activate the system remotely from sleep mode when a signal, automatically. such as a ping or magic packet command, is received via a wired •...

  • Page 65: Wireless Lan

    Network & Internet • W hen connected to a 100Mbps/1Gbps wired LAN , a Wireless LAN message appears informing the user of connection to a 10Mbps/100Mbps wired LAN when the computer Connect the computer to a wireless network to use the Internet. wakes from sleep mode.
  • Page 66 Network & Internet Wi-Fi networks Select a network from the list of detected wireless networks → Connect automatically → Connect. Open the Charms and then select Settings charm → Networks Networks Airplane mode Airplane mode Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Connect automatically Connect AP List Enter a password, if necessary, and select Next.

  • Page 67: Mobile Broadband (Wireless Wan, Optional)

    • T urn off the WLAN feature when not in use to save battery power. • C ontact the Samsung Service Center to receive service for computer models with mobile broadband devices. • D epending on the version of the operating system, some functions may not be provided or different functions may be provided.
  • Page 68 Network & Internet • Y ou must subscribe first to use mobile broadband Open the Charms and then select Settings charm → services. To learn more, open the Charms and select the Settings charm → Change PC settings → View mobile broadband hardware information under Networks Wireless.

  • Page 69: Applications

    • A pplications that are provided by Samsung can be installed from SW Update. • S ome applications may not be supported depending on the model.

  • Page 70: Settings

    Applications Settings Menu Description General • S et general settings. Settings, a Samsung integrated settings application, offers various • S et power related settings. Power Management settings functions. Network • S et network functions and settings. Images and features may differ depending on the model •...

  • Page 71: Software Update

    Software Update Read and agree to the User Agreement. After installation, this step appears only once after the Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the application runs for the first time. computer easily and conveniently. This application enables the user to search for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications Select Install &...

  • Page 72: Support Center

    Applications Support Center On the Start screen, click at the lower-left edge, and select Support Center. Diagnose the performance, security, and status of the computer and fix any problems it may have. Additionally, access the FAQ to Select Resolve to correct the problems. find solutions for the problems.

  • Page 73: S Player

    Applications S Player+ Playing another video while playing the current video file A variety of file types, including multimedia formats, are available with S Player+. Right-click on the screen, or swipe downwards from the top edge. On the Start screen, select S Player+. A list of videos will appear at the top of the screen.

  • Page 74: Samsung Link

    Samsung Link S Player+ allows you to play lossless audio files. Samsung Link enables the user to use the computer as cloud Connect a headset to the computer and open a FLAC/ALAC file storage and access it via a Samsung mobile device. Set folders from S Player+.

  • Page 75: Tpm Security Solution (Optional)

    Configuring the security solution To use the TPM security solution, initialize the TPM chip in the BIOS Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the Setup, initialize the TPM solution, and then register a user. To use F2 key several times.
  • Page 76 Select All Software. The computer restarts. Select TPM Host SW → Install. Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the If the system software media is supplied with the product, F2 key several times. install the application by using the system software media.
  • Page 77 Applications Encrypting folders and files Step 3: Registering a user Register a user according to the procedures below. Encrypt folders and files with the Encrypting Files System (EFS). EFS is available for the following operating systems: Run EMBASSY Security Center as administrator. •...
  • Page 78 Applications Select Setup button on Set up Encrypting file system. Step 2: Encrypting a folder or file Secure EFS Wizard appears. Right-click a folder or file and then select Encrypt. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setting.
  • Page 79 Applications Using the virtual drive (Personal Secure The color of the encrypted folder or name of the encrypted file changes to green. Drive) The virtual drive is a space to save and manage confidential data. In the created virtual drive (PSD), it is possible to create files and folders as with a normal drive and to use confidential data saved on another drive by copying the data to the virtual drive (PSD).
  • Page 80 Applications Registering a new user to the security Step 2: Deleting authentication information solution To delete the existing authentication information, uninstall the TPM security solution and delete the solution data. To register an existing user, delete the existing authentication information saved on the TPM chip, and then clear the TPM chip. On the desktop, open the Charms and select the Settings Register the user in the following order.
  • Page 81 Applications Select View → Options → View → Hidden files and folders. Select the Show hidden files, folders, and drives option and select OK. Open the Computer window and select Local disk (C:) → ProgramData. Delete the Wave Systems Corp folder. The security solution is deleted.

  • Page 82: External Devices

    External devices Inserting and ejecting a CD or DVD Press the Eject button to open the tray. External CD/DVD drive This computer supports external CD/DVD drives with USB interfaces (optional). Check if the interface type of the external CD-ROM drive is a USB type. Connecting the drive Number Description...
  • Page 83 External devices • D o not insert warped, cracked, or heavily scratched • Y our external drive may differ from the images used in disks. Doing so can damage the drive. this manual. • D o not eject disks while the status indicator light is on. •...

  • Page 84: Memory Card

    External devices • S ome memory cards may not be fully compatible with Memory card the computer. Using an incompatible card may damage the computer or the memory card, or corrupt the data Use a memory card to transfer data to other digital devices, such stored in it.

  • Page 85: Inserting A Memory Card

    External devices Inserting a memory card If a pop-up message appears, choose an action. Select Open folder to view files. If a dummy card is inserted in the memory card slot, remove it. Save, move, or delete data on the memory card. Insert a memory card into the memory card slot in the indicated direction.

  • Page 86: Formatting A Memory Card

    External devices • T o use a memory card to exchange data with a digital Formatting a memory card device, such as a digital camera, formatting the data Format the memory card to remove all data or before using it for with the digital device is recommended.

  • Page 87: External Display

    External devices External display Connecting to a display Connecting the computer to an external display device can be Connect the VGA cable or HDMI cable to the corresponding useful for presentations or when watching a movie. The cables port of the computer. required to connect an external display are sold separately.
  • Page 88 External devices Connect the other end of the cable to the D-SUB port or HDMI Connect the power cord to the external display. port of the external display. Turn on the display and change its display mode to one that If the display has several HDMI ports, connect the cable to the supports an external input.
  • Page 89 External devices Using multiple displays (Optional) Configure the settings and click Apply. You can connect and use two displays devices by connecting Select either Clone or Extended them to the monitor and the HDMI ports respectively. Desktop. ® This function is supported for Intel HD Graphics 4000 Select the models.

  • Page 90: Slim Security Slot

    Secure the computer to an object by connecting the security lock (optional) to the security slot. The security slot is designed for Samsung Security Locks only, which are sold separately. Other security locks will not fit in the slot. Loop the Samsung Security Lock around a secure object and...

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting • T he Recovery application may not be provided in models with less than 64 GB of memory. For models with less than 64 GB of memory, recover the computer to the factory default settings by reinstalling Windows. •...
  • Page 92 When the computer starts Windows: On the Start screen, click at the lower-left edge, and select Recovery. When the computer does not start Windows: Turn on the computer and press the F4 key several times before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears.
  • Page 93 Troubleshooting Backing up the current system Select the factory default point → Recover. Back up important data to an alternate internal drive or an external storage device regularly to prevent data loss. When backing up to an external storage device, connect the device to the computer.
  • Page 94 Troubleshooting Recovering after a backup Select a drive under Stored drive → Backup. • W hen backing up to an external storage device, connect Select a backup point saved on an alternate internal drive or an the device to the computer and then select the external external storage device to recover the computer to the point.
  • Page 95 Troubleshooting Copying the hard drive Select a point to recover → Recover. (making a disk image) • S elect one of your backup points. • I f a backup data is stored on an internal drive, select To replace the hard drive, move the data to the new drive by →...
  • Page 96 After the data is saved to another drive, open the cover at the bottom of the computer and replace the existing drive with the new one. If the cover is difficult to open, contact the Samsung Service Center to request assistance. You will be charged for this service.
  • Page 97 Troubleshooting Making a disk image of factory default Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating the disk image. settings Disconnect the external storage device and store it in a safe Create a factory disk image to simplify the restoring process. place.

  • Page 98: Windows Recovery

    • R ight-click the Start button, and then click Shut down or sign reinstallation. out → Shut down. After a recovery, on the Start screen, click at the lower- left edge, and select SW Update to install the necessary Samsung applications.
  • Page 99 Troubleshooting My application disappeared from the Start screen. Can I use the Windows 7 desktop? How can I correct this? To set the desktop to appear by default, as in Windows 7, do the following: Touch screen: Right-click the desktop taskbar, and then select Properties → Navigation tab →...
  • Page 100 Charms and selecting the Settings charm → Change PC settings → PC and devices. To configure any other features, Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the on the desktop, open the Charms and select the Settings charm F2 key several times.

  • Page 101: Specifications

    Troubleshooting Touch screen resolution Why is the capacity representation of the hard disk drive (HDD) in Windows different from the product specifications? Text on the screen overlaps or looks small. The capacity of the storage device (HDD or SSD) of the If the font size is set too large or small, text may not fit or may not manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1KB=1,000 Bytes.
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting What is a recovery image? This refers to specifications about the operating system, drivers, and software that are converted to a data image. It is required to recover the computer and is embedded in the computer’s HDD. However, this is not provided for storage devices where the capacity is less than 64 GB, due to their small capacities.

  • Page 103: Appendix

    Appendix Item Specification • 1 9 VDC 2.1 A (40 W) PC rating • O ptional components may not be provided or different components may be provided depending on Product specifications the model. • T he system specifications are subject to change The system specifications may differ depending on the derived without notice.

  • Page 104: Ergonomic Tips

    Appendix Ergonomic tips • U se an adjustable chair with firm, comfortable support. • A djust the height of your chair so that thighs are horizontal Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very to the floor and feet are flat on the floor. important to prevent physical injury.
  • Page 105 Appendix Arms and hands • W hen using the keyboard and touchpad, the shoulders should be relaxed. The upper arm and forearm should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with the wrist and hand in almost a straight line. •...
  • Page 106 Appendix Eye position and display illumination Hearing and volume control VOLUME Check your volume! • E nsure that volume is not too loud before using headphones. • P osition the screen at least 50 cm away from your eyes. •...

  • Page 107: Operating Conditions

    Appendix Operating conditions • T ake at least a 10 minute break every hour. • A void using the computer in dark locations. Use the computer with as much ambient light as you would when reading a book. •...

  • Page 108: Battery

    Appendix Battery Power Indicator Light (LED) Center Holes Charging the battery on an airplane Power outlets may vary by airplane. Choose the connection 220V Power Plug 110V Power Plug method that fits your circumstances. Good Example O The power plug and auto adapter figures may differ from the actual products.
  • Page 109 Appendix Using an auto adapter Using an airplane charging converter When a 12VDC power supply is available a cigarette lighter socket Depending on the type of airplane you are travelling on, use the will be provided. Use the optional auto adapter to use the 12VDC auto adapter and charging converter.

  • Page 110: Safety Precautions

    Some of the content may not be applicable to your computer. Installation related • S ince this is commonly applied to Samsung Keep the computer at least 15 cm away from Computers, some pictures may differ from actual any object.
  • Page 111 Samsung service center. For Failure to do so may result in electric shock notebook computers that are provided with or fire.
  • Page 112 If a child swallows the battery, the child may Use only Samsung-approved battery and AC suffocate. If this happens, immediately contact a adapter. doctor. Batteries or AC adapters that are not approved by Samsung may malfunction from a defective safety device, resulting in an explosion or fire.
  • Page 113 Appendix Never heat the product or put the product Usage related into a fire. Do not put or use the product in a Do not use the computer on heated floors or hot location such as a sauna, inside a vehicle electric pads, or on beds, blankets, or cushions exposed to heat, and so on.
  • Page 114 Appendix If the product is dropped or broken, disconnect Follow all instructions as specified in the user the power cord and contact the Samsung manual. Service Center. For notebook computers that Do not disassemble any other parts by yourself. are provided with an external removable Failure to do so may result in computer battery, separate the battery also.
  • Page 115 Appendix When carrying the notebook computer with Storage and movement related other items, such as the adapter, mouse, books Do not close the LCD panel and put the etc, take care not to press anything against the computer into a bag to move it when it is still notebook computer.
  • Page 116 Appendix Do not place a heavy object over the product. Caution This may cause a problem with the computer. In addition, the object may fall and cause injury, or damage the computer. Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.
  • Page 117 Failure to do so, may cause an explosion or fire from damage to Authorized Samsung Repair Centers will carry out safety checks the product. after a repair. Using a repaired product without testing it for safety may cause an electric shock or fire.
  • Page 118 Samsung Service Center immediately. If the notebook is Do not press the Eject Button while the CD-ROM drive is in external, and removable battery type, remove the external operation.
  • Page 119 Appendix Do not insert the fingers into the PC Card Slot. Keep the product away from magnetic fields. There is a danger of injury or electric shock. • M agnetic materials may cause the product to malfunction or cause the battery to discharge. Use recommended computer cleansing solution when cleaning •...
  • Page 120 Do not operate or watch the computer while driving a vehicle. To connect a device that is not manufactured or authorized There is a danger of a traffic accident. Please concentrate on by Samsung, enquire at the Samsung Service Center before driving. connecting the device.
  • Page 121 Appendix Cautions on preventing data loss (Hard disk Causes that may damage the data of a hard disk drive and the hard disk drive itself. management) • T he data may be lost when an external impact is applied to Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive.
  • Page 122 Samsung’s quality standards for bad pixels are as follows: • B right dot: 2 or fewer • B lack dot: 4 or fewer •...

  • Page 123: Important Safety Information

    Appendix Important safety information Setting up the system • R ead and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before operating the system. Retain all Safety instructions safety and operating instructions for future use. The system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for •...
  • Page 124 Appendix • E nsure that the fan vents on the bottom of the casing are Care during use clear at all times. Do not place the computer on a soft surface, • D o not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on doing so will block the bottom vents.
  • Page 125 Appendix • U nplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing The instruction on safety operation of the computer to qualified personnel if: When installing and operating devices please refer to safety – The power cord or plug is damaged. requirements in the user manual.

  • Page 126: Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Contact the Samsung Service Center for information on how to manufacturer. dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer.

  • Page 127: Laser Safety

    Appendix Laser safety Connect and disconnect the AC adapter All systems equipped with CD or DVD drives comply with the The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall appropriate safety standards, including IEC 60825-1. The laser be easily accessible. devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only.

  • Page 128: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    Appendix Regulatory compliance General requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries: statements • A ll power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency responsible for evaluation in the country Wireless guidance where the power cord set will be used. •...
  • Page 129 Appendix • R adio frequency wireless communication can The RF field strength of the wireless device or devices that may interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. be embedded in the notebook are well below all international Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to RF exposure limits as known at this time.

  • Page 130: United States Of America

    Appendix • I f the system came equipped with an internal United States of America embedded wireless device, do not operate the wireless device unless all covers and shields are in place and the USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices system is fully assembled.
  • Page 131 Appendix Explosive Device Proximity Warning The Part 15 radio device operates on a non-interference basis with other devices operating at this frequency. Any Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless changes or modification to said product not expressly network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in approved by Intel could void the user’s authority to an explosive environment unless the device has been...
  • Page 132 Appendix This equipment has been tested and found to comply If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 133 Appendix Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) (If fitted with 2.4 G band or 5 G band) this device must accept any interference received, including Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 134 Appendix Health and safety information The exposure limit set by the FCC for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals human body expressed in unites of watts per kilogram (W/kg).
  • Page 135 For body worn operation, this model has been tested and meets interference regulations of Industry Canada. the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with a Samsung accessory designated for this product. Non-compliance with Intentional emitter per RSS 210 the above restrictions may result in violation of FCC RF exposure guidelines.
  • Page 136 Appendix The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only (If fitted with 2.4G band or 5G band) signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless met. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/5GHz Band, antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent may be present (embedded) in your notebook system.
  • Page 137 Appendix When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN, this product is restricted to The power output of the wireless device (or devices), which may indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency be embedded in your notebook, is well below the RF exposure range.

  • Page 138: European Union

    Appendix Brazil European Union Este produto esta homologado pela ANATEL, de acordo com European Union CE marking and compliance notices os procedimentos regulamentados pela Resolucao 242/2000, e atende aos requisitos tecnicos aplicados. Products intended for sale within the European Union are Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não marked with the Conformité...

  • Page 139: Statements

    1999/5/ with a Notified Body Registration Number and the Alert Symbol is on the system label. Hiermit erklärt Samsung, dass The power output of the wireless device or devices that may be sich das Gerät Notebook PC embedded in you notebook is well below the RF exposure limits in Übereinstimmung mit den...
  • Page 140 Appendix Nation Description Nation Description Käesolevaga kinnitab ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Samsung Samsung seadme Notebook ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Notebook PC PC vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/ ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ Eesti[Estonian] Ελληνική[Greek] EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ direktiivist tulenevatele teistele ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ...
  • Page 141 Appendix Nation Description Nation Description Ar šo Samsung deklarē, ka Alulírott, Samsung nyilatkozom, Notebook PC atbilst Direktīvas hogy a Notebook PC megfelel Latviski[Latvian] 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām a vonatkozó alapvetõ Magyar[Hungarian] un citiem ar to saistītajiem követelményeknek és az noteikumiem. 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
  • Page 142 Appendix Nation Description Nation Description Samsung izjavlja, da je ta Hér með lýsir Samsung yfir því Notebook PC v skladu z að Notebook PC er í samræmi Slovensko[Slovenian] bistvenimi zahtevami in Íslenska[Icelandic] við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, ostalimi relevantnimi določili sem gerðar eru í...

  • Page 143: Statements

    Samsung Electronics Vietnam Co., Ltd. Yen Phong 1, I.P Yen Trung Commune, Yen Phong Dist., Bac Ninh Province, Vietnam For the web or the phone number of the Samsung Service Center, see the Warranty or contact the retailer where you purchased your product.
  • Page 144 Appendix RF Exposure The European variant is intended for use throughout the European Economic Area. However, authorization for use is further restricted in particular countries or regions within countries, as follows: General Statement on RF energy Your Notebook or Tablet PC contains a transmitter and a receiver. General When it is ON, it receives and transmits RF energy.
  • Page 145 Appendix As SAR is measured utilizing the devices highest transmitting Limiting exposure to radio frequency (RF) fields power the actual SAR of this device while operating is typically For individuals concerned about limiting their exposure to below that indicated above. This is due to automatic changes to RF fields, the World Health Organisation (WHO) provides the the power level of the device to ensure it only uses the minimum following advice:...

  • Page 146: Weee Symbol Information

    Appendix RTC caution WEEE symbol information CAUTION : Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended Electronical Equipment) by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the (Applicable in countries with separate collection Manufacturer’s instruction.
  • Page 147 (Applicable in countries with separate collection For more information on safe disposal and recycling visit our systems) website www.samsung.com/in or contact our Helpline numbers - 18002668282, 180030008282. This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life.

  • Page 148: Samsung Package Take-Back Program

    Appendix USA only Samsung package Take-Back program In partnering with select recyclers, Samsung offers packaging take-back at no cost to you. Simply call the following number for the locations nearest you. This Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Maganese...

  • Page 149: Tco Certified (For Corresponding Models Only)

    Appendix TCO certified (for corresponding Usability – Designed for You models only) • G ood visual ergonomics and image quality, ensuring top performance and reduced risk of eye strain. Several requirements within the area of luminance, contrast, Congratulations! This product is TCO certified for resolution and color usability and the environment.
  • Page 150 Appendix Environment– Designed for the Planet • B rand demonstrates corporate social responsibility and has a certified environmental management system (EMAS or ISO 14001) • V ery low energy consumption both in idle- and standby mode, reducing climate impact •...
  • Page 152 Some content may differ from the computer depending on the region, service provider, software version, or computer model, and is subject to change without prior notice. www.samsung.com English. 02/2014. Rev. 1.1...

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