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    User Guide SAMSUNG
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    Product Features 2 Before You Start 3 Contents 7 Safety Precautions 8 Proper Posture During Computer Use 24 Important Safety Information 27 Replacement Parts and Accessories 30 Regulatory Compliance Statements 33 WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 48 Overview 50 Turning the Computer On and
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     Extended Use Time through the use of Power- Efficient Parts Versatile and Convenient Use  A Camera Module for Video Chatting or Conferencing (Optional)  Wireless LAN and Bluetooth Function (Optional)  Multi Card Slot Support (Optional)  Easy-to-Use Keyboard Optional items may be changed or may
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    to in the User Guide may not be provided and/or changed by upgrade. Note that the computer environment referred in the User Guide may not be manual has been written for the Windows operating system. The descriptions and figures may differ depending on the installed operating system.  The User guide
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    operating systems(OS) or a previous version of a OS pre-installed on this computer, or a software that does not support the OS, the company will not provide technical support, a replacement or refund, and if our service engineer visits you due to this problem, a service charge will be applied. 
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    provided on this computer. It supports 2GB memory max. To upgrade to 2GB memory, replace the current memory with a 2GB memory module. About the Product Capacity Representation Standard About HDD Capacity Representation The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated
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    for saving personal data. Be careful that once the recovery area is deleted, the Samsung Recovery Solutions will not work anymore. Q. T he capacity representation of the hard disk drive(HDD) in Windows is different from the product specifications. A.- T he capacity of the storage device (HDD) of
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    LCD Brightness Control 92 BIOS Setup 94 Setting a Boot Password 97 Changing the Boot Priority 100 Upgrading Memory 101 Battery 103 Using the Security Lock Port 109 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Using Samsung Recovery Solution 111 Reinstalling Windows 7 125 Reinstalling Windows XP 130
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    . Since these are commonly applied to Samsung Computers, some figures may differ from the actual product. Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Installation Related Do not install the product in places exposed to humidity
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    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. Avoid exposing any part of your body to the heat from the computer vent or AC adapter
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    personal injury and even fatality. If the power cord or power outlet makes a noise, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact a service center. This may result in electric shock or fire. Plug the power cord firmly into the power outlet and AC adapter. Failing to do so may result
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    Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. AC Adapter Usage Precautions If any foreign substance such as water enters the power input jack, AC adapter or the computer, disconnect the power cord and contact the service center. Damage to
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    shock or choking. Authorized Parts Use an authorized battery and AC adapter only. Please use an authorized battery and adapter approved by Samsung Electronics. Unauthorized batteries and adapters may not meet the proper safety requirements and may cause problems or malfunctions and result in
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    Warning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Power Off Do not use the computer in a humid location such as a bathroom or sauna. Please use the computer within the recommended temperature and humidity range (10~32ºC, 0~80% RH). Do not
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    is a funny smell coming from the battery, remove the battery from the computer and contact a service center. There is a danger of an explosion or fire. To use the computer safely, replace a dead battery with a new, authorized battery. Please charge the battery fully before using the computer for
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    . If the computer is broken or dropped, disconnect the power cord and contact a service center for a safety check. Using a damaged computer may result in electric shock or fire. Do not use your notebook PC for long periods of time while a part of your body is making direct contact with it. The
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    to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality. Upgrade Related Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter. There is a danger of electric shock. Use only authorized parts (multi-plug, battery and memory) and never disassemble parts. This may
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    . Custody and Movement Related Follow the instructions for the relevant location (e.g. airplane, hospital, etc.) when using a wireless communication device (wireless LAN, Bluetooth, etc.). When carrying the notebook computer with other items, such as the adapter, mouse, books etc, take care not
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    to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Installation Related Do not The battery disposal method may differ depending on your country and region. Dispose of the used battery in an appropriate way. Do not throw or disassemble the battery and
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    and may damage the battery or cause a fire. Charge the battery according to the instructions in the manual. Failing to do so part. Failing to do so may result in electric shock. Make sure to have the product tested by a safety service engineer after repairing the product. Authorized Samsung
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    , follow the instructions on the manual supplied with the parts. Failing to do so, may cause damage to the product. If the computer emits smoke, or there is a burning smell, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and contact a service center. If your computer is a notebook computer, make
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    instructions method only when the Optical Disk Drive is stopped. There is a danger of user. Upgrade Related Take care when touching the product or parts. The device may part or device. This may cause injury or damage to the product. Make sure to close the computer cover before connecting the power
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    Caution Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Use parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only. Failing to do so, may cause fire or damage the product. Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself. There is a danger of
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    instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk Management) Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive. Causes that may damage the data of a hard disk drive and the hard disk drive itself.  A hard
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    may increase and serious physical harm may be caused. The instructions in this manual have been prepared so that they can be applied within the that your arm forms a right angle when you place your hand over the keyboard while sitting down on a chair. Adjust the height of chair so that your
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    setting the monitor and LCD excessively bright.  Keep the monitor and LCD screen clean.  If you wear glasses keyboard while typing.  Do not hold the mouse with excessive force.  Do not press the keyboard, touchpad or mouse with excessive force.  It is recommended connecting an external keyboard
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    Control (Headphones and Speakers) Check your volume first to listen to music. Use Time (Break Time)  Take a break for 10 through software and driver updates without your bright so for reading a book.  Indirect illumination is recommended. Use a curtain to prevent reflection on the LCD screen
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    that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed. Always follow these instructions to help guard against  Ensure that the electrical outlet you are using to power your equipment is easily accessible in case of fire or short circuit.  If your computer
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    from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if: - The power cord or plug is damaged. - Liquid has been spilled into the system. - The system does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed. - The system was dropped or the casing is damaged. - The system
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    The Instruction On Safety Operation of NotePC z When installing and operating devices please refer to safety requirements in the user guide. x Devices can be used only with the equipment specified in the technical specifications of the devices. c If any smell of burning or smoke is detected from
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    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. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
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    of a CD or DVD drive.  Class 1M laser radiation when operating part is open. Do not view directly with optical instruments.  Class 3B invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to the beam. Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
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    cable and AC adapter plug) you received with your computer meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment. Power cord sets . For more information on power cord set requirements, contact your authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. General Requirements The
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    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 are safe for use. Regardless of the power levels, care should be taken to minimize
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    (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless service.  Only use drivers approved for the country in which the device will be used. See the manufacturer System Restoration Kit, or contact manufacturer Technical Support
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    antenna is connected; if not, the radio may be damaged. Use in specific environments: The use of wireless devices in hazardous locations is limited by the the documentation supplied with wireless Ethernet adapters or other devices in the wireless network. The Part 15 radio device operates on a non
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    pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may
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    Part 15 (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 of the device. Wireless devices are not user serviceable. Do not modify them in any way.
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    is Part 68 compliant. See Installation Instructions for problem is resolved. The user must use the accessories and cables supplied by the manufacturer to get optimum performance from the product. No repairs may be done by the customer. This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service
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    The telephone number provided may not be any number for which charges exceed local or longdistance transmission charges.) In order to program this information into your fax machine, refer to your communications software user manual. Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not
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    to-point operation. The power output of the wireless device (or devices), which may be embedded in your notebook, is well below the windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Wireless devices are not user serviceable
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    also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the inside wiring associated with a single-line individual service may be for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if
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    -Gu, Suwon-City, Gyeonggi-Do, 443-742, Korea Samsung Electronics Suzhou Computer Co., Ltd. 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
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    power output of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in you notebook is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the European Commission through the R&TTE directive. The low band 5.15 - 5.35 GHz is for indoor use only. See 802.11b and 802.11g restrictions for specific
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    los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Samsung Notebook PC 1999/5/ΕΚ. Par la présente Samsung déclare que l'appareil Notebook PC est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive
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    Bu belge ile, Samsung bu Notebook PC'nin 1999/5/EC Yönetmeliğinin temel gerekliliklerine ve ilgili hükümlerine uygun olduğunu beyan eder. To view the EU Declaration of Conformity for this product (in English only), go to: http:// www.samsung.com/uk/support/download/supportDownMain.do then search
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    .11g products are designed for use only in specific countries or regions, and are not allowed to maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) and the required. This restriction should be indicated in the manual as follows: Dans le cas d'une utilisation priv
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    the analogue Public Switched Telephone Networks (PSTNs) of TE (excluding TE supporting voice telephony services) in which network addressing, if provided, is by means of Dual operation on every PSTN termination point. In the event of problems, you should contact manufacturer Technical Support. 47
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    with separate collection systems.) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm
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    the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems.) This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with Federal Laws. For details see lamprecycle.org, eise.org, or call 1-800-Samsung. 49
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    the pictures used in this guide. 2 3 4 6 microphone. 3 Keyboard A device to supports SD Card, SDHC and MMC. 6 Status Indicators Shows the operating status of the computer. The corresponding operating LED is lit when the corresponding function operates. 7 LCD The screen images are displayed
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    This shows the power source and the battery charge status. Green: When the battery is fully charged or the battery is not installed. Red : When the battery is being charged. Off: When the computer is running on battery power without being connected to AC adapter. 7 Power This shows the
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    Port 5 Security Lock Port 6 Power Button A jack used to connect the headphones. A jack used to connect the microphone. You can connect USB devices to the USB port such as a keyboard/mouse, digital camera, etc. A port used to connect a monitor, TV or projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB interface. You
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    even when the computer is turned off.)  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. Then
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    Back View 1 1 Battery This is a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery that supplies power to the computer. 54
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    Bottom View 1 2 3 1 Battery Latches 2 Memory Compartment Cover 3 Speaker The latch used to remove or install the battery. The main memory is installed inside the cover. A device used to generate sound. 55
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    1 Install the battery and connect the AC adapter. 2 Lift the LCD panel up. 3 Press the Power button to turn the computer on. 4 Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on. LED  When running the computer on battery power, the LCD brightness is dimmed automatically to save battery power
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    on the installed operating system, please turn the computer off according to the procedures for the purchased operating system. ▶ For Windows 7 1 Click the Start taskbar. button on the 2 Click Shut down down the computer. to shut ▶ For Windows XP 1 Click the
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    work may be lost/damaged.  If ++ keys do not operate either, press the power button for more than 4 seconds to turn off the computer. Your unsaved work may be lost/ damaged. The next time you turn on your computer, a hard disk check will be performed, before Windows starts. 58
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    Chapter 2. Using the computer Keyboard 60 Touchpad 63 External-type CD drive (To be purchased) 69 Multi Card Slot (Optional) 71 Connecting a monitor / TV 74 Adjusting the Volume 79 Wired Network 84 Wireless Network (Optional) 88
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    (Sleep Mode) Power button. Gauge Shows the remaining battery charge. You can only use this function when the Easy Display Manager program is installed. Euro Enters the Euro monetary unit symbol. This key may not be provided depending on the keyboard type. CRT/LCD Switches the screen output to
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    Support Center System diagnosis, recovery and Internet consultation program, Samsung Support Center, will be launched. (Optional) For some models, Samsung Magic Doctor is launched. Easy SpeedUp Manager You can select operation mode when you need maximum system performance or low-noise/low power
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    without changing the cursor location in some applications. Screen Brightness Control To adjust the LCD brightness press the Fn + key combination or the Fn + key combination. The changed screen brightness is displayed at the center of the screen for a moment. Numeric Key The numbers are printed
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    up, the Windows boot time may be extended. Touchpad Use to move the cursor. Touchpad Left Button You can select or run a program using this button. Basic Touchpad Functions Moving the cursor on the screen Place your finger on the touchpad slightly and move your finger. The mouse cursor will move
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    touchpad button once. Right Button Function This corresponds to clicking the right mouse button. Press the right touchpad button once. The corresponding pop-up menu appears. Tap or Click Click Double-Click Function Put your finger on the touchpad and quickly tap twice with your finger on an item
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    the touchpad's right edge for vertical scrolling or the bottom edge for horizontal scrolling and then move your finger along the edge to scroll the screen vertically or horizontally. 65
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    procedures, refer to the description in the Touchpad Settings window. In addition, if you click the Show Video button The images in this document may differ from the actual screen images and a different Touchpad may be provided depending > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse >
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    To cancel the Gesture function, unselect the corresponding item in the Touchpad Settings window and click OK. Zoom Functions If you place two fingers over the over the Touchpad and move them up, down, left or right, the screen is scrolled up, down, left or right. or Rotation Function If you
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    Touchpad in the left direction using three fingers while looking at a website, the previous page is displayed. Slide Show Function When viewing a photo, if you place three fingers onto the Touchpad and in the tabs that appear when clicking Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Mouse. 68
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    purchased). Check if the interface type of the external CD-ROM drive is a USB type. For detailed specifications, refer to the catalog.  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.  When you clean a CD
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    speed may differ depending on the condition and type of the media.  To eject a CD when the CD drive does not work or the computer is off, place the end of a paper clip ( ) into the tray in until it clicks. 3 Push the CD tray inward until it clicks. The CD drive status indicator is turned on. 70
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    Before use, remove the dummy card that was inserted to protect the slot.  Supported Cards: SD Card, SDHC Card, MMC  The figures used for the description usage is similar to other Windows operating systems, you can use these descriptions for reference. To Insert and Use a Memory Card 1 Insert a card
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    Start > Computer. (For Windows XP, click Start > My Computer.) 3 You can save, move and delete data by double-clicking the corresponding drive. The device name of the card drive may differ depending on your computer model. You can only use the card after formatting it. Using a Mini SD snd RS-MMC
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    the memory card for the first time, you must format the card before using it. Formatting a card deletes all data saved on the card. If the card includes data, backup the data before formatting it. 1 Click Start > Computer. (For Windows XP, click Start > My Computer.) 2 Right-click over a card drive
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    Using an external display device is useful when you are giving a presentation or watching a video or movie through your monitor.  You have to buy a connection cable additionally.  Due to restrictions of the operating system the DualView function is not supported for Windows 7 Starter. Connecting
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    Through a Monitor / TV You can switch the display device using the shortcut key. Switching the Display Device using the Shortcut Key Press the Fn + key combination once. Then the Easy Display Manager screen appears in which you can select a display device. Whenever you press the key while holding
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    DualView function is not supported for Windows 7 Starter. Selecting Dual View Check if the external display device is properly connected and follow the instructions below. ▶ For Windows 7 1 Click the Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Adjust screen resolution. 2 Click the
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    Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Adjust screen resolution > Monitor Number 2. ▶ For Windows XP 1 Connect the external display device Troubleshoot. The primary display device(the LCD) is indicated as 1, and the secondary display device is indicated as 2. Now you can view the screen
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    Dual View ▶ For Windows 7 1 Click the Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Adjust screen resolution. 2 Click the monitor number 2 icon and select Show Desktop on 1 only in the Multiple displays item. Click the Apply button and then the OK button. () ▶ For Windows XP Click the
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    volume using the keyboard and the volume control program. Since these descriptions are written on the basis of the latest operating system, Windows 7, some of the the taskbar and slide the volume control bar to adjust the volume. ▶ For Windows XP Double-click the Volume icon , and adjust the volume
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    the space-perception through the stereo speaker. This function is available for specific models only. ▶ For Windows 7 1 Right-click over the Volume icon in the Taskbar and select Headphone jack: Some of the setting details under each menu will change. CS Headphone technology has been used. 80
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    For Windows XP 1 Click Control Panel > Sound, Voice and Audio Device > Sound and Audio Devices. 2 Click the audio tab, select SRS Premium Sound in Play > Default Device (D):, and then click the OK button at the bottom. In this case driver.  W OW is only supported for
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    Programs > Accessories > Sound Recorder and click Start recording to start a recording. ▶ For Windows XP 1 Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. You can also use the internal MIC. 2 Click Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices > Sounds and Audio Devices. 3 Click Advanced
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    and click OK. 6 When Recording Control window appears, check the Select checkbox. Increase the recording volume to increase the recording sensitivity and close the window. The default recording duration of Windows is 60 seconds. Download a dedicated recording program from the Internet to record
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    cable to the computer's LAN port. 2 ▶ For Windows 7 C lick Start > control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and click Change adapter settings in the left menu pane. ▶ For Windows XP C lick Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connection. 84
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    Networking tab and click Properties. ▶ For Windows XP C lick General tab and select a LAN driver from Connect using:. Select Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) and click Properties.  The displayed LAN driver may vary depending on the LAN device type.  Click Install to add a network component as shown in
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    Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and click on Change adapter settings in the left menu pane. ▶ For Windows XP C lick Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections > Network Connection > Local Area Connection by using the right button of the touch pad and click
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    7, select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the Networking tab and select Properties. For Windows XP, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties. 4 Select the Alternate Configuration tab, select User configured, fill in the corresponding fields and click the OK
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    to Wireless LAN If there is an AP, you can connect to the Internet via the AP using the Wireless LAN connection method provided by Windows. Some processes may differ depending on the operating system version. Moreover, the provided images may differ from the actual
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    ▶ For Windows 7 1 If you click the Network Connections icon in the system tray, a list of available APs appears. If you Connect. AP List For the network key, please ask your network administrator. 3 When Connected to the AP is displayed, click the Close button. You can access the network. 89
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    pad. Then, click View Available Wireless Networks. 3 Once Connected to AP is displayed, you can use a wireless network. To check the network connections Place the mouse over the Wireless Network Connection icon (For Windows XP, ) from the Taskbar. Then, the status will appear. 2 Select an AP to
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    Chapter �3�.� Settings and Upgrade LCD Brightness Control 92 BIOS Setup 94 Setting a Boot Password 97 Changing the Boot Priority 100 Upgrading Memory 101 Battery 103 Using the Security Lock Port 109
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    key when the SAMSUNG logo appears on the screen to enter the BIOS Setup. 2. S elect the Boot menu and set the Brightness Mode Control item to User Control. 3. P ress the F10 key to save the settings and exit Setup.  Saving battery power consumption Decreases the LCD brightness when the computer
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    Instructions for Cleaning the LCD Clean the LCD panel with a soft cloth lightly moistened with computer cleansing detergent moving in one direction. Cleaning the LCD panel with excessive force can damage the LCD. 93
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    on. 2 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. 3 After a moment, the BIOS setup screen appears. The items in the BIOS setup may differ
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    The BIOS Setup Screen XXXXXXXX System Time System Date IDE Channel 0 Master CPU Type CPU Speed Total Memory Graphics Memory BIOS Version MICOM Version [10:21:53] [07/30/200X] XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX X.XX GHz XXX MB [Auto : Shared] XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX Setup Menu Help Help for the selected item appears
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    . Press to load the default Setup settings. Press to return to a higher level menu or to move to the Exit menu. Press to move to another menu. Press to select an item or to enter a sub menu. Press to save the changes and exit Setup. The keyboard image and color may differ from the actual
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    the BIOS Setup. By configuring a password, you can restrict system access to authorized users only and protect data and files saved on the computer. Do not lose or forget your password. If you have forgotten your password, contact a Samsung service center. In this case, a service fee will be charged
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    configuration appears in the Setup Notice window, press . The supervisor password BIOS Setup. Setting a User Password The User Password restricts access to the computer or for configuring the BIOS Password. Setting Up a Boot Password To setup a boot password, the administrator password
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    (Optional) A supervisor password must be set using the Set Supervisor Password menu. If you set a password for a hard disk drive, it cannot be accessed from another computer. Press in the Set HDD Password item and define a password as described in Step 3 of the Setting
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    boots from the hard disk drive first. 1 Select the Boot menu in the BIOS Setup. 2 Press on the Boot Device Priority item. XXXXXXXX 3 Press the down key (↓) to move to the IDE HDD item and press the F6 key to move the item to the top. Boot Device Priority [Boot priority order] 1. USB
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    main power plug and remove the battery before continuing.  Only use the same type of memory as specified in the Product Specification. Replacing the Memory 1 Remove the screw on the memory compartment cover at the bottom of the computer using a screw driver. 2 Pull the memory module latches
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    aligning it to the angle of the memory slot. 4 Push the memory module down so that it is completely fixed. If the memory does not fit easily, push the memory module down while pulling the memory module latches outward. Memory Slot 5 Close the memory compartment cover and fasten the screw. 102
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    instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power. A Lithium-Ion smart battery is supplied with this computer. Carefully read and follow the precautions printed on the battery before using the battery. Precautions  Use only chargers specified in the User Manual
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    and remove the battery while holding the left battery latch to the OPEN position. z c x 3 To install the battery again, slide the battery into the system. Slide and fix the right battery latch to the CLOSE (inside) position so that the battery is fixed. z x If the right battery latch is not
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    Charging the Battery 1 Attach the battery and connect the AC adapter to the DC-in jack of the computer. The battery will then start charging. 2 When charging is complete, the Charge LED turns green. Status Charging Charging complete AC adapter not connected Charge LED Red Green Off 105
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    the Fn + keys on the keyboard. The remaining battery charge (%) will displayed for a moment. You can only view the charge status in this way when Easy Display Manager is installed on your computer. Confirming the battery charge in the Taskbar Disconnect the AC adapter and move the mouse cursor over
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    actual battery charge and the remaining charge display. In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display will be the same by discharging the battery completely using the Battery Calibration function, and then recharging it again. 1 Click Device Manager from Start > Control
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    3 Move to the Boot > Smart Battery Calibration item using the direction keys and press . XXXXXXXX 4 Highlight Yes in the Battery Calibration Confirmation window and press . The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery is forcefully discharged. To stop the operation,
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    use the computer in a public place. To use this feature, you must purchase a Kensington lock additionally. To use the Kensington lock, refer to the product manual. Tie the Kensington lock cable to a fixed object and install the other end of the cable to the Security Lock port. 109
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    Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Using Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional) 111 Reinstalling Windows 7 (For Windows 7. For supported models only) 125 Reinstalling Windows XP (For Windows XP, For supported models only) 130 Questions and Answers 134 Windows Related 134 Display Related 137
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    Using Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional) Samsung Recovery Solution is a program that can backup your hard disk and restores it later when a problem occurs with your computer. It also provides a System Software function that enables you to install or backup device drivers and system software
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    function is supported by Samsung Recovery Solution version 4 or later. Therefore, the function may not be supported depending on the version. Please back up your important data as data loss may occur for the C drive while restoring/backing up the computer through Samsung Recovery Solution. 112
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    unable to boot up your computer due to some problem. If you have backed up data, you can restore the backup data. Restore Functions Basic Restore This function quickly restores major Windows files (C:\ Windows) without touching the user configuration and data on the C drive. Complete Restore This
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    up specific folders or files.  System Software function You can back up the System Software saved on the hard disk to another hard disk drive or DVD, and reinstall part or all software programs to your computer. System Software function System Software Installation This function installs the
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    If you turn the power on for the first time, the Register Windows screen appears. If you register Windows according to the instructions on the screen, the computer will be restarted. 2 After the computer has been restarted, the Partition Setup screen appears. To resize the C and D drives, adjust the
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    , the computer boots up in Restoration mode and the Samsung Recovery Solution screen appears. For computers supporting the touch screen function, the touch screen function does not work during Restore Mode. In this case, please use the touchpad or mouse. 2 If the initial menu screen appears, click
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    4 If the Samsung Recovery Solution program is launched for the first time after purchasing the computer, the license agreement screen appears before the restoration is started. Read the agreement and click Agree to continue. 5 The computer boots up into restoration mode and the restoration progress
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    DVD, you can restore the computer even when a problem occurs with the hard disk or when the restoration area is removed. 1 Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Samsung Recovery Solution > Samsung Recovery Solution. 2 When the initial menu screen appears, click Backup. Select Drive D. Select the
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    of DVDs is displayed in the progress screen. Whenever burning a DVD is completed, the "Insert the next DVD" message will appear. Continue the backup according to the instructions. Samsung Recovery Solution supports DVD+R, DVD-R, DVD+RW, and DVD-RW, but does not support CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-RAM, DVD-DL
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    > Samsung > Samsung Recovery Solution > Samsung Recovery Solution. 5 The restoration progress message appears after the computer boots up in restoration mode. If you click OK, the restoration begins. When you cannot start Windows, turn the computer on and press the F4 key in the boot screen to
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    DVD drive as the Save Path.  Data Backup 1 Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Samsung Recovery Solution > Samsung Recovery Solution. When you cannot start Windows, turn the computer on and press the F4 key in the boot screen to enter restoration mode. 2 When the initial menu screen appears
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    When backing up to another drive P roceed to Step 2. 2 Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Samsung Recovery Solution > Samsung Recovery Solution. When you cannot start Windows, turn the computer on and press the F4 key in the boot screen to enter restoration mode. 5 Select a folder for the
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    that enables you to reinstall device drivers and System Software Programs or back up those programs. 2 When the initial menu screen appears, click System Software > System Software Installation. The system software function is supported by Samsung Recovery Solution version 4 or later. Therefore
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    > Samsung > Samsung Recovery Solution > Samsung Recovery Solution. 2 When the initial menu screen appears, click System Software > System Software Backup. 3 Specify the Save Path. If your computer has a DVD-Writer, you can specify the DVD drive as the Save Path. If you have specified a hard disk
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    on the hard disk drive. Make sure to backup all important data. Samsung Electronics shall not be held liable for any loss of data. Reinstalling in Windows 1 Insert the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA into the DVD drive. 2 When the AutoPlay window appears, select Run setup.exe and click Allow. This screen may
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    click Next. For Windows 7, this screen may not appear depending on the version. 5 The following window appears, select an installation option. Windows 7 installation selection window  If you select Go online to get the latest updates for installation in the Select Update window, the latest updates
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    device drivers and programs, some programs may not work properly after the upgrade. 6 When a window appears asking for the location to install the operating system to, select a disk drive partition and click the Next button. Drive D includes an area to save the backup image used by Samsung Recovery
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    can reinstall Windows. 1 Insert the SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA into the DVD drive and restart the computer. 2 If the Press any key to boot from CD or DVD... message appears while booting, press any key on the keyboard. For Windows 7, the screen asking for the operating system to be installed may appear
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     A If you click Drive Options (Advanced), you can delete, format, create or expand a partition. Click on a function and proceed according to the instructions on the screen.  When previous Windows installation files are in the selected partition, a message appears informing you that the files and
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    . (For models supplied with a SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA.) For models supplied with the Samsung Recovery Solution, you can reinstall Windows using the Samsung Recovery Solution. These descriptions are for Windows XP and for supported models only.  A SYSTEM RECOVERY MEDIA may not be supplied depending on
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    folder, etc. during the Windows installation. However, reinstalling Windows may delete the data on the hard disk drive such as files, programs, etc. In order to minimize damage from data loss, please remember to always back up data.  Quick Installation This re-installs Windows with the user data
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    data on the hard disk drive. 5 After the installation process copies the necessary folders for the Windows installation, restart the system, and the message "Press any key to boot from CD" is displayed. You do not need to enter anything. In a moment, the Windows XP installation screen will appear
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    key to boot from CD" is displayed. You do not need to enter anything. In a moment, the Windows XP installation screen will appear to proceed with the installation. 7 Follow the instructions of the Windows XP installation wizard to continue with the installation. 8 When the installation is complete
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    problems, solutions and other references for system use.  These descriptions are written based on Windows services. (for the Windows 7 operating system only) A In Windows 7, the frequency of the confirmation window that appears during the program installation or execution or after changing Windows
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    that do not run on Windows 7. ▶ Requirements for Running Virtual XP z Virtual XP is only available on these three operating systems: Windows 7 Professional, Ultimate, and Enterprise. x The memory must be 2 GB or more and the virtualization function of the BIOS must exist and be activated
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    as Background function to change the wallpaper of the Desktop is not supported. v Functions that are not supported by the operating system, may also not be supported by related programs such as Easy Display Manager, the graphics driver and so on. For more information, refer to the Help section
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    box. Q In the following cases, the screen blinks or there is noise for a short time.  Click the Graphics Related tab, Change Resolution, Change Display Device, Remove the AC Adapter, Restart the System, Change Power Scheme. A This may happen while the video driver is examining the connected device
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    Enter> keys more quickly, or press the + keys using the system keyboard. Q The shortcut icons are not displayed on the screen even if I press the shortcut key. A The shortcut icons only appear when the Easy Display Manager program is installed. Q The color is strange when the picture is
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    or audio chatting? A1 Configuring the Realtek HD Audio Manager z Select Control Panel > Realtek HD Audio Manager. x Select the Mic tab. c Select the Noise (for the Windows XP operating system only) z Double-click the Volume icon in the Taskbar and select Options > Properties from the menu. x Select
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    normal recording. ► For Windows XP In this case, select Mute in menu. x Select Realtek HD Audio Input in the Mixer device field, select Stereo Mix in the Show the following volume controls field, and click the OK button. c Select the Stereo Mix item in the Record Control window and close the window
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    over the network (wired LAN).  S3 WOL (Wake On LAN) z Select Device Manager > Network Adapters and double-click the Marvell Yukon 88E8040 PCI-E Fast Ethernet Controller item. The above driver name may be different. x From Power management tab, select "Allow this device to bring the computer out of
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    available between computers that have the Windows 7 operating system installed. If an older operating system that Windows 7 is installed on a computer, the computer cannot create or participate in a Home Group. In addition, the Windows 7 Starter version does not support the Home Group function. 142
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    administrator or product provider. A3 Check that the device driver is installed properly. If the driver is not properly installed, you will find a yellow exclamation mark on the network icon by clicking Device Manager > Network Adapter. Q The signal strength is excellent, but I cannot connect to
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    Windows XP, double-click the icon and check if the IP address is properly allocated on the Support tab. If the IP is not allocated properly, the IP address will be displayed settings, refer to the User Guide provided by the AP manufacturer use of a wireless LAN. Install the AP in a high manually. 144
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    other. (Ex: Ch1, Ch5, Ch9, Ch13)  When an AP's SSID (Service Set ID) option is set to "Hide", you cannot search for that AP on the transmission synchronization. Short Preamble may be supported by some types of APs but may cause compatibility problems.  It is recommended using a Control Panel. 145
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    from other equipment, we recommended changing the channel for connecting to the AP. For more information about AP settings, refer to the User Manual supplied by the AP manufacturer. A2 Since IEEE802.11g equipment operates in hybrid mode when there is active IEEE802.11b equipment, the data rate
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    to the hard disk drive and loaded to memory when required. This operation may temporarily stop displaying the picture on the screen. In this case, lower the game resolution or the screen settings. Q The picture on the screen is displayed as a broken image for some games. A A part of the picture
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    (for the Windows XP operating system only) A Change the setting of Power Schemes to "Always On." (Click Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Power Schemes tab, then configure the Power schemes field to "Always On.") Q Some part of a game image is not displayed or is
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    Q The picture is not displayed properly for some games. A Some games may not display the picture properly when the screen resolution is set to 1024 × 600 and the color quality is set to 32 bit. For these games, set the screen resolution to 1024 x 600 or 800 x 600, and the color quality to 16bit. 149
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    it. In this case, even if you locate the headset, you will not be able to connect it. Disconnect the headset from the device and then try again. A2 For some headset models, if the headset is connected to the power adapter, the headset cannot be connected through the Bluetooth wireless connection
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    connection with a Samsung computer supporting Bluetooth, you must check if the Bluetooth function of the device to connect to is turned on. For the procedures on turning on the Bluetooth function of a device, refer to the relevant device manual.  The services provided by Bluetooth devices may vary
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    Chapter 5. Appendix Product Specifications 153 Glossary 155 Index 160
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    system specifications, refer to the product catalog. CPU Main Memory Main Chipset Hard Disk Drive (Optional) Graphics Operating Environment Operating Voltage Frequency Output Power Output Voltage Intel ATOM™ Processor Memory type: DDR2 SODIMM Intel 945GSE + ICH7M 9.5mmH SATA HDD or 9.5mmH SATA SSD
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    of Samsung Co., Ltd. Intel, ATOM/ Pentium/Celeron are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are a truly immersive surround sound experience with rich bass and clear dialog from the laptop speakers or headphones. is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. WOW HD
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    User Guide. For terminologies other than these, look in Windows Help. Backup A way to save the current data to restore it later if necessary. A backup is a way to restore computer data when the data or computer is damaged. Chargeable USB This program enables supplying power to a specific USB port
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    controls the hardware. In general, a driver is supplied with the corresponding hardware device. Hibernation Mode A power mode that saves all data in memory to the hard disk and turns the CPU and hard disk off. When canceling Hibernation Mode, all application programs that were running are restored
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    entering Standby Mode, or before the monitor or hard drive turns off. The settings are saved as a power scheme. Quick Launch This refers to a toolbar that can be configured so that you can launch a program such as Internet Explorer or display the Windows Desktop with one click. You can add any
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    to a device that saves information to semiconductors unlike a normal hard disk drive (HDD). There are two types of SSD. One saves data to the DRAM and the other saves data to the Flash Memory. Since there are no mechanical parts, an SSD provides a much better performance than an HDD. Especially
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    This is a virtual operating system that enables running Windows XP programs on the Windows 7 operating system. Using this mode, you can run programs that do not run on Windows 7. Windows Media Player A multimedia program included with Windows. Using this program, you can play a media file, create
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    B Battery Battery Calibration BIOS Setup Booting Priority C CD Drive / Recording Charge Click Connect / Output Monitor D Dual View L LCD Brightness M Memory Multi Card Slot P Password Product Specifications 103 107 94 100 69 105 64 74 76 92 101 71 R Recorder Remaining Battery
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