Samsung NP-Q1 User Manual (Vista) manuel d'utilisation

Chapter 1. Getting Started Product Features 2 Before Y ou Start 4 Contents 7 Safety Precautions 8 Proper Posture During Computer Use 18 Important Safety Information 20 Replacement Parts and Accessories 22 Regulatory Compliance Statements 24 WEEE SYMBOL INFORMA TION 35 Overview 36 T urning the Computer On and Off 42[...]

2 Product Features Small but Strong UMPC (Ultra Mobile PC) ● Intel Celeron M UL V Processor / Intel Pentium M UL V Processor ● 256MB~Up T o 1GB DDR2 Memory ● 1.8”, 20~60GB High-Capacity Hard Disk Drive 7” WVGA TFT LCD ● Basic Resolution of 800x480 Pixels, Maximum Resolution of 2048x1536 Pixels (when an external display is connected) ●[...]

3 Multiple Network Support ● Wired LAN, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth (Optional) ● Resolves Space Restrictions through the Wireless Communication Function Compact, Light-W eight Design for Portability / Polished Design ● A mere 779g (Without the Bluetooth modules) ● High-Gloss Front Panel Optional Accessories for Additional Convenience ● USB Da[...]

4 Before Y ou Start Before reading the User Guide, first check the following information. User Guide Information This product is supplied with an Getting Started Guide , and a User Guide . Y ou can even more easily and conve- niently use the computer by using any of the guides depending on your needs. Getting Started Guide This guide is provided s[...]

5 ■ This guide decribes procedures for both the mouse and the stylus pen together . A ‘ Click ’ in this manual refers to a ‘ Single-tap’ for the Stylus Pen. ■ The figures in this guide are pro- vided assuming that your operat- ing system is Windows Vista. The figures are subject to change. ■ The User guide supplied with computer may[...]

6 Copyright © 2007 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. owns the copyright of this manual. No part of this manual may be repro- duced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the consent of Samsung Elec- tronics Co., Ltd. The information in this document is sub- ject to change without not[...]

7 Contents Chapter 1. Getting Started Product Features 2 Before Y ou Start 4 Contents 7 Safety Precautions 8 Proper Posture During Computer Use 18 Important Safety Information 20 Replacement Parts and Accessories 22 Regulatory Compliance Statements 24 WEEE SYMBOL INFORMA TION 35 Overview 36 T urning the Computer On and Off 42 Chapter 2. Using the C[...]

8 Safety Precautions For your security and to prevent damage, please read the following safety instructions carefully . Since this is commonly applied to Samsung Computers, some figures may differ from actual ones. W arning Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality . Installation Related Pow[...]

9 If the power cord or pow- er outlet makes a noise, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and contact a service center . There is a danger of elec- tric shock or fire hazard. Do not use a damaged or loose mains plug or power cord or power outlet. There is a danger of elec- tric shock or fire hazard. Plug the power cord firmly into the [...]

10 Keep the battery out of the reach of infants and pets, as they could put the battery into their mouths. There is a danger of elec- tric shock or choking. Battery Usage Related If water or another sub- stance enters the power input jack, AC adapter or the computer , dis- connect the power cord and contact the service center . Damage to the device[...]

1 1 Upgrade Related Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter . There is a danger of elec- tric shock. When removing the RTC (Real Time Clock) battery , keep it out of the reach of children as they could touch and/or swallow it. There is a danger of choking. If a child has swallowed it, contact a doctor immediately . Do not place any con- ta[...]

12 Use only authorized parts (multi-plug, bat- tery and memory) and never disassemble parts. There is a danger of damaging the product, electric shock or fire hazard. Shut down the com- puter and disconnect all cables before disas- sembling the computer . If there is a modem, disconnect the phone line. If you are using a notebook computer , make s[...]

13 Caution Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product. Installation Related Battery Usage Related Do not block the ports (holes), vents, etc. of the product and do not insert objects. Damage to a component within the computer may cause electric shock or fire. When using the com- puter wi[...]

14 Usage Related Do not place a candle, lighted cigar , etc. over or on the product. There is a danger of fire. Make sure to have the product tested by a safety service engineer after repairing the product. Authorised Samsung Re- pair Centers will carry out safety checks after a repair . Using a repaired product without testing it for safety might[...]

15 Upgrade Related computer , make sure to remove the battery . There is a danger of fire. Do not use a damaged or modified CD/Floppy Disk. There is a danger of dam- aging the product or per- sonal injury . Do not insert your fingers into the PC Card Slot. There is a danger of injury or electric shock. Use recommended com- puter cleansing solu- [...]

16 Use parts authorized by Samsung Electron- ics 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 electric shock or file. T o connect a device that is not manufac- tured or authorized by Samsung Electronics, enquire at your service center before connect- ing t[...]

17 Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk Management) T ake care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive. ■ A hard disk drive is so sensitive to external impact that an external impact may cause loss of data on the surface of the disk. ■ T ake extra care, because moving the computer or an impact on the com- puter when it is turned on m[...]

18 Proper Posture During Computer Use Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very important to prevent physical harm. The following instructions are about maintaining a proper posture during computer use de- veloped through human engineering. Please read and follow them carefully when using the computer . Otherwise, the probability of [...]

19 Hand Position ■ It is recommended to connect and use an external keyboard and mouse when using the computer for a long time. ■ Do not hold the Stylus Pen with excessive force. ■ Do not press the touch screen with exces- sive force. V olume Control (Headphones and Speakers) Check your volume first to listen to mu- sic. Click your volume!! [...]

20 Y our system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. How- ever , to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the docu- mentation are followed. Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and dam[...]

21 Care During Use ■ Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. ■ Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to not eat or drink near your system. ■ Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS bat- tery is replaced incorrectly . Rep[...]

22 T o reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 A WG or larger telecommuni - cations line cord. Contact the Samsung Helpline for in- formation on how to dispose of batter- ies that you cannot use or recharge any longer . Follow all local regulations when dispos- ing of old batteries. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BA TTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCOR[...]

23 The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily acces- sible. Do not unplug the power cord out by pulling the cable only . Connect and Disconnect the AC adapter The power cord set (wall plug, cable and AC adapter plug) you received with your computer meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased yo[...]

24 Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance Low power , Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operat- ing in the 2.4 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. Additional limitations, c[...]

25 ■ Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial air- craft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. 802.1 1B (also known as wireless Ethernet or Wifi) and Bluetooth communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communicatio[...]

26 USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices Do not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving. Do not hold any component containing the radio such that the antenna is very close or touching any exposed parts of the body , especially the face or eyes, while transmitting. Do not operate the radio or attempt to transmit da[...]

27 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro- tection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equip- ment generate uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed a[...]

28 This transmitter must not be collocated or op- erate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except the installed Bluetooth trans- mitter . Operation of this device is subject to the fol- lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including in[...]

29 complaint with the FCC if you believe it is nec- essary . The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or pro- cedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone com- pany will provide advanced notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to main- tain uninterr[...]

30 Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in Canada if an Industry Canada ID number is on the system label. As a general guideline, a separation of 20 cm (8 inches) between the wireless device and the body , for use of a wireless device near the body (this does not include extremities) is typical. This device should[...]

31 European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices Products intended for sale within the Euro- pean Union are marked with the Conformité Européene (CE) Marking, which indicates compliance with the applicable Directives and European standards and amendments identified below . This equipment also carries the Class 2 identifier . The following in[...]

32 – ETS 300 328 (if fitted with a 2.4 GHz band embedded wireless device) – ETS 301 489-1 (if fitted with a 2.4 GHz band embedded wireless device) – ETS 301 489-17 (if fitted with a 2.4 GHz band embedded wireless device) European Radio Approval Information (for products fitted with EU-approved radio devices) This Product is a Notebook com[...]

33 [Norwegian] Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i det europeiske direktivet 1999/5/EC. [Portuguese] Este produto cumpre com as normas da Diretiva Européia 1999/5/EC. [Spanish] Este producto cumple con las normas del Direc- tivo Europeo 1999/5/EC. [Swedish] Denna produkt har tillverkats i enlighet med EG- direktiv 1999/5/EC. T ranslat[...]

34 This restriction should be indicated in the manu- al as follows: Dans le cas d’une utilisation privée, à l’extérieur d’un bâtiment, au-dessus d’un espace public, aucun enregistrement n’est nécessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m. Pour une distance supérieure à 300m un enregistrement auprès de l’IBPT est requise. Pour un[...]

35 WEEE SYMBOL INFORMA TION Correct Disposal of This Product (W aste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collec- tion systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its wor[...]

36 Overview Front V iew ■ * The items marked with this symbol are optional items which may be changed or may not be provided depending on the computer model. ■ The actual color and appearance of the computer may differ from the pictures used in this guide. 3 Joystick Plays the same role as the direction keys ( ←→↑↓ ) on the key[...]

37 Status Indicators 1 HDD This turns on while the hard disk drive is being accessed. 4 Power Status This shows the computer operating status. On : When the computer is operating. Blinks : When the computer is in Standby mode. 2 Wireless LAN This turns on when the wireless LAN is operating. p.95 3 Charge Status This shows the power source and the b[...]

38 T op View 3 Wired LAN Port A port to which an Ethernet cable is connected; connects the computer to a LAN. p.92 1 CF Card Slot A slot into which a CF card is inserted. p.59 4 Power Switch / A V Now Switch Y ou can turn the computer on or off by sliding this switch to the right and releasing it. p.41 Slide the switch to the left and release it to[...]

39 Right V iew 1 Monitor Port A jack used to connect a monitor , TV or projector supporting a 15-pin D- SUB interface. p.60 2 USB Port A port used to connect a USB device such as a USB keyboard, mouse, etc. 3 DC-in Jack A port used to connect the AC adapter supplying power to the computer .[...]

40 Left V iew 1 External ODD Power Port A port used to supply power to the external USB ODD. 2 USB Port A port used to connect a USB device such as a USB key- board, mouse, USB ODD, etc. 3 Headphone Jack A jack used to connect the headphones. 4 V olume Control Button A button used to control the volume. p.64 5 HOLD Switch When sliding the HOLD swit[...]

41 Back V iew 2 20° Stand Y ou can position the computer at a 20 ° degree angle so that you can comfortably enter text. 1 80° Stand Y ou can position the computer at an 80 ° degree angle so that you can comfortably view the screen. 3 Battery Latch The latch used to remove or install the battery . p.144 4 Battery A Lithium Ion rechargeable bat- [...]

42 T urning the Computer On and Off T urning the computer on 1 Install the battery and connect the AC adapter . (Refer to the Getting Started Guide .) 2 Adjust the stand at the back of the computer to a comfortable angle. 3 Slide the Power Switch to the right, hold it for more than 0.1 seconds and then release it. The computer is turned on. ■ If [...]

43 T urning the computer off 1 Click the Start ( ) button on the taskbar . 2 Click the ( ) and click on Shut down. The computer will shut down. Power Button 1 2 3 Before Using the Power Button Since the Power Icon is set to power saving mode, selecting Start > Power Button ( ), will cause the computer to enter Sleep mode. T o shut down the compu[...]

Chapter 2. Using the computer Stylus Pen 45 Entering T ext 48 Using the Buttons 53 CF Card Slot 59 Connecting a Monitor 60 Adjusting the V olume 64[...]

45 Stylus Pen A Stylus Pen is used instead of mouse and provides the same function. It is recommended to connect and use a USB keyboard and mouse when using the computer for a long time. T aking the Stylus Pen Out Pull the Stylus Pen upwards. When finishing using the pen, return it to the Stylus Slot. Learning T ablet PC Operations Click Start >[...]

46 Mouse Using the Stylus Pen Function Single- click Single- tap Single-tap with the pen to select an item. Double- click Double- tap Double-tap with the pen to run an item. Right- click Press and Hold Screen Mouse ● Method 1. If you press and hold the pen over a point of the screen, a circle is drawn around the pointer . If you remove the pen wh[...]

47 Calibrating the Stylus Pen When using the Stylus Pen for the first time or the pointing position of the Sty- lus Pen is incorrect, you can correct the pointing position. 1 Click Start > Control Panel > Hard- ware and Sound > T ablet PC Set- tings . 2 In the Calibration Area of the General tab, select a screen direction and click Calibr[...]

48 Entering T ext Y ou can enter text by using the T ablet PC Input Panel or DialKeys on this computer . Using a USB keyboard is more convenient over long periods of use. For example, the procedures to enter text in Notepad will be described below . Using the T ablet PC Input Panel The T ablet PC Input Panel is an on-screen letter input pad provide[...]

49 Entering text using the W riting Pad Y ou can enter characters by writing char- acters on the Stylus Pen W riting Pad directly . 1 In the T ablet PC Input Panel , tap the W riting Pad icon ( ). 2 W rite text in the input area of the W riting Pad with the Stylus Pen and wait a moment. The written letters are converted into the corresponding compu[...]

50 Entering text using the On-Screen Keyboard The On-Screen Keyboard displays a standard keyboard on the screen so that you can enter a letter by pressing the corresponding key on the screen. 1 In the T ablet PC Input Panel , tap the On-Screen Keyboard icon ( ). 2 T ap a character key with the Stylus Pen to enter the character .[...]

51 Hiding Dialkeys Whenever you tap the Dialkeys icon ( ) in the T askbar , the Dialkeys appear and then disappear . T o hide, tap the Dialkeys icon ( ) on the T askbar . Dialkeys DialKeys is an on-screen keyboard designed to be used with compact touch screen computers. Y ou can enter letters using the DialKeys by pressing a key on the screen with [...]

52 Corresponds to the Enter key on a keyboard. Corresponds to the space bar on a keyboard. The Dialkey key is minimized and moved into the notification area of the T askbar . T o restore it to its original size, click the minimized Dialkey . Corresponds to the Backspace on a keyboard. Move the current window upwards. Entering a Number If you tap t[...]

53 Using the Buttons The procedures to use the Menu, Quick Launch and Auto Scaler buttons are described below . Press the Menu button to launch the Menu Program . The Menu Program provides shortcuts to frequently used functions on the computer . Y ou can easily change the settings. Press the Menu button again or press a point on the screen to hide [...]

54 Menu Items Function Brightness / Whenever this item is pressed, the LCD brightness is increased(decreased) by one step. Wireless LAN On/Off Press this item to turn the Wireless LAN on or off. Sound On/Off Press this item to turn the volume on or off. Backlit On/Off If you press Of f, the LCD screen is turned off. T o turn it on again, press down[...]

55 The Quick Launch Button A Quick Launcher Button refers to a button which can be configured so that pressing it launches a frequently used program or plays the role of pressing a particular key combi- nation. It is convenient to set your frequently-used programs or key combinations as groups. Button Function Description u1 MouseScrollUP Scrolls [...]

56 Configuring Additional Groups Below are procedures to add an additional group to the Default group and for setting up functions for the four buttons. As an example, the procedures to add a new group named “T est”, configure the u1 button to a particular key combination, and configure the u2 button to a program are described below . 1 Doub[...]

57 6 T o configure the U2 button subsequently , click Modify in the Main screen. 7 Select the U2 button and click Program Link Function . Select the program you want and click the OK button. If the program you want is not in the list, click the Search button and select a pro- gram. 2 1 3 8 Y ou can view the settings for each button in the Main scr[...]

58 The default resolution of this computer is 800x480 pixels. In the default resolution, the complete screen image of programs designed for high resolutions may not be dis- played properly . In this case, press the Auto Scaler button (Automatic Resolution Ad- justment Button) on the left side of the computer and select a higher screen resolution. W[...]

59 Using a Card 1 Insert a card into the slot in the right direction. 2 The card drive appears in Windows. If it does not appear automatically , click Start > Computer . 3 Y ou can save, move and delete data by doubleclicking on a removable disk. Y ou can only use a card after format- ting it. If you have not formatted the card, format the card [...]

60 Connecting a Monitor Using an external monitor , you can watch a movie on wide screen or give a presentation. The procedures to view pictures on an external monitor are described below . When using an external monitor or playing a game , an external USB mouse is more convenient. Y ou have to purchase an additional connection cable. Connecting a [...]

61 Method 1. Configuring with the Menu Button 1 Connect the monitor and press the Menu button on the right side to launch the Menu program. Viewing Through an External Monitor Only The Menu button does not support a function to display the computer screen on an external monitor only . Y ou can view the computer screen through an external monitor o[...]

62 Method 2. Configuring with the Intel Program 1 Connect the monitor and click the Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator Driver for Mobile icon ( ) on the T askbar . Or right-click on the desktop. The pop-up menu appears. 2 Select Graphics Options and Output T o from the pop-up menu. 3 Select a display mode from among the available Display Modes 1 [...]

63 Display Device Display Mode 1 When carrying it Select Notebook . 2 When playing a game Select Monitor . When playing a game, using only the external monitor is better . 3 When giving a presentation (Clone Mode) Select the Intel(R) Dual Display Clone . When selecting this mode, you can view the same screen on both the LCD and the external monitor[...]

64 Using the V olume Control with the V olume Control Button Press the top of the V olume Control But- ton ( ) (+) to turn up the volume or press the bottom of the button (-) to turn down the volume. Adjusting the V olume using the V olume Adjustment Program Click the V olume icon ( ) on the taskbar and slide the volume control bar to adjust the vo[...]

Chapter 3. The screen shots used in this chapter may differ from actual screens depending on the Windows V ista version and model. Using Microsoft W indows V ista About Microsoft Windows V ista 66 Windows V ista Screen Layout 69 Control Panel 79[...]

In the W elcome Center , you can view brief descriptions of Windows Vista functions and run the functions directly . 1 Click Start > W elcome Center . 2 If you click on an item, information on the function is displayed in the description window . For example, if you click V iew computer details , your computer information is dis- played in the d[...]

67 Help and Support Windows Help and Support provides information on Windows basic functions and us- ages. Click Start > Help and Support . Y ou can find help for frequently used basic functions using Find an Answer and you can search for help by entering a keyword in the Search box. Help Search Find an Answer Windows Basics Introduces the basi[...]

This computer is a T ablet PC with a touch screen. In the T ablet PC Settings of the Control Panel, you can set the screen correction, screen pivot function and whether to use the left-handed or right-handed option. Click Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > T ablet PC Settings . T ablet PC Setting Information For the efficient us[...]

Windows V ista Screen Layout Desktop If you turn the computer on, the Desktop screen appears. The desktop is the working area on the computer . It consists of a large workspace and a taskbar at the bottom as shown in the figure below . The screen layout may differ depending on the computer model and the operation system version. 1 Recycle Bin 2 Sh[...]

70 1 Recycle Bin Y ou can drop useless files and folders here. 2 Shortcut Icons Y ou can launch programs by clicking the shortcut icons on the Desktop. 3 Start Menu The menu from which you can launch programs. 4 Start Button Press the start button. The Start menu appears. 5 T askbar Currently running programs are displayed here. 6 Gadget This is a[...]

71 Start Menu The menu from which you can launch programs. Click Start ( ). The Start menu appears. Fixed Programs The program or search result is displayed. All Programs Y ou can search for files, folders, etc. Username Search Computer Control Panel Help and Support Power Menu Button Lock Button Power Button[...]

72 Search Enables users to search for files and folders. Computer Shows storage devices such as hard disk drives, CD/DVD drives, network drives, etc. In addition, you can manage files and folders here. Control Panel Enables users to configure the appearance and settings of Windows such as the Desktop, window colors, hardware and software setting[...]

73 Sidebar / Gadget Sidebar is a vertical bar that appears at the side of the Desktop. A mini program called Gadget runs over the Sidebar which shows information such as stocks, schedule, weather , etc. and provides frequently used tools. Y ou can download various Gadgets from the Internet other than the default Gadget. Sidebar / Gadget Structure I[...]

74 Adding a Gadget Y ou can find a gadget in the Gadget Gallery and add it to the Sidebar . 1 If you click the + at the top of the Sidebar , the Gadget Gallery opens. 2 If you double-click on a gadget, the gadget is added to the Sidebar . ■ If you drag a gadget to a new location with the Stylus Pen it moves the gadget to that location. Not only [...]

75 Exiting the Sidebar Right-click on the Sidebar icon ( ) in the System T ray with the clock on the taskbar and select Exit to exit the Sidebar . Closing the Sidebar ■ Even if you close the Sidebar , the Sidebar continues running in the System T ray in the clock area, though it is not displayed on the Desktop. ■ T o close the Sidebar , right-c[...]

76 Window A window is the basic frame for a computer operation. As an example, let’s see the layout of a Pictures Window . Click Start > Pictures. The items and names may differ depending on your computer model and the Win- dows Vista version. Window Layout 1 Address Display Line 2 Move Button 3 Menu Bar 4 T oolbar 5 Search Window 6 Window But[...]

77 1 Address Display Line Shows the location of the currently selected folder or file. 2 Move Button Y ou can move to the previous or next page by clicking the Back or Next buttons. Opens the previously opened page. Opens the next page, when you have returned to a previous page. 3 Menu Bar Provides menus to run functions for the selected folder or[...]

Window V iew Functions ► Preview If you move the pointer over a button on the T askbar , you can preview the con- tents of the window without opening the window . ► Switching between Windows This function arranges multiple windows in 3D so that users can easily view the windows. Click on Switch Windows ( ) at the bot- tom left of the Desktop, a[...]

Control Panel T ools for configuring Windows are located in the Control Panel. Opening the Control Panel Click Start > Control Panel . System and Maintenance Using this function, you can configure Windows performance op- tions. Security Using this function, you can check the current security status to protect the computer and configure the se[...]

User Accounts and Family Safe- Y ou can change the user account settings, passwords and con- figure the Parental Controls function. Appearance and Personalize Using this function, you can configure the Desktop style, theme or screen saver settings. Clock, Lan- guage, and Re- Using this function, you can configure the date, time, language and reg[...]

User Accounts Using Windows Vista User Accounts, more than one user can easily share the same PC. The procedures to add and delete a user account and to switch users are described below . Adding User Accounts 1 Click Start > Control Panel> User Accounts and Family Safety . 2 Click User Accounts > Manage another account . 3 Click Create a n[...]

Removing User Accounts 1 Click Start > Control Panel > User Accounts and Family Safety > User Accounts . 2 Click Manage Another Account . 3 Click on the user account to be deleted. 4 Click Delete the Account in the Make changes to user ’ s account menu. 5 A window appears asking whether you want to save the desktop, docu- ments, favorite[...]

Changing the screen resolution and the color The resolution refers to the number of pixels displayed on the screen. When increas- ing the resolution, the items on the Desktop become smaller and more items can be displayed on the screen. The higher the color quality , the more colors are displayed on the screen. 1 Click Start > Control Panel >[...]

Configuring the Start Menu Power Button The Power button on the Start menu ( ) performs various operations de- pending on the settings. 1 Click Start > Control Panel > Hard- ware and Sound > Power Options and then Change power-saving Set- tings . 2 Click on Change Plan Settings in the currently selected power setting. 3 Click on Change Ad[...]

4 Select a power plan and click the OK button. T ype Description Power But- ton Image after Setting Change Sleep Sets the computer to enter Sleep mode. The screen and hard disk will be turned off to reduce the power consumption of the overall system. If you slide the power switch of the computer to the right, the computer wakes from Sleep Mode and [...]

Phishing Filter Settings 1 Launch Internet Explorer . 2 Select T ools from the menu and click Phishing Filter > Phishing Filter Settings . Phishing Filter Phishing is a method used by hackers to illegally collect personal information such as credit card numbers, passwords, other account numbers, etc. through emails or web- sites. The Phishing Fi[...]

87 3 The Internet Options window opens. Locate the Phishing Filter item in the Settings field. Select T urn on automatic website checking and click the OK button to use the Phishing Filter . 4 T o not use the Phishing Filter , select T urn off automatic website checking in the Settings field in Step 3 above.[...]

User control function Using this function, you can control the content your children can access. Y ou can determine for how long they can use the computer and the content they can access. When you have finished the settings, click OK to finish. Configuring Parental Controls 1 Click Start > Control Panel > User Accounts and Family Safety &g[...]

Using Activity Report Y ou can view and evaluate your chil- dren’s internet access through the Activity Report. 1 Open the User Controls window re- ferring to the descriptions of Parental Controls . 2 Set Activity Reporting to On . 3 T o view the Activity Report, click on V iew Activity Report on the right of the User Controls window . 4 If you c[...]

Using Windows Mobility Center , you can easily configure computer settings such as the volume, the wireless network connection settings, the display settings, etc. all at the same time. Some functions may not be supported depending on the Windows Vista version. 1 Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Windows Mobility Center . Alterna[...]

Using the Network Wired Network 92 Wireless Network 95 Using the Easy Network Manager 98 Bluetooth 102 Chapter 4.[...]

92 1 Connect a LAN cable to the comput- er ’ s LAN port. 2 Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center . 3 Click Manage Network Connections from the left pane. 4 Right-click over the Local Area Con- nection and select Properties . Wired Network A wired network is a network environment used for a compan[...]

93 5 Select Internet Protocol V ersion 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the Networking tab and click Properties . 6 Configure the IP settings. When using DHCP , select Obtain an IP address automatically . T o use a static IP address, select Use the following IP address , and set the IP address manually . 7 When you have completed the set- tings, click the OK but[...]

94 Using both DHCP and a fixed IP simultaneously Using the Alternate Configuration pro- viding by Windows Vista, you can set both automatic and fixed IP addresses and then you can select to use either of them to connect to the Internet. 1 Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center and click Manage Ne[...]

95 Wireless Network A wireless network (Wireless LAN) environment is a network environment that enables com - municating between multiple computers at home or a small-size office through wireless LAN devices. Y ou can also configure the network settings using the Easy Network Manager . p.98 ■ The descriptions below are for computer models with [...]

96 Connecting to a 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 V ista. 1 Right-click over the Network Con- nections ( ) icon on the taskbar and click Connect to the Network . 2 Select an AP to connect to and click Connect . If there is a configured network[...]

97 Checking the network connection status If you move the pointer over the Network Connections icon ( ) of the T askbar , you can view the connection status.[...]

98 Using the Easy Network Manager Easy Network Manager is a program that helps configure the network settings. Easy Network Manager provides the following features.  Y ou can easily configure the network and printer settings. p.98~99  Y ou can immediately use the network without having to define new network settings again after moving to a[...]

99 5 Select Internet Direct Connection and click the Next button. 6 Select the LAN device, setup the IP address and click the Next button. Select Device Select a device to be connect - ed to the Internet. Select either Wired LAN or Wireless LAN. IP Settings T o use a static IP address, fill in the fields. For the IP address information, ask your [...]

100 Using in Another Location By configuring the network settings (IP ad- dress, printer setting, etc.) for each loca- tion, you can immediately access the net- work in one click, without performing the network setting procedures regardless of your location. 1 Click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Easy Network Manager > Easy Network M[...]

101 Diagnosing the Network Status Y ou can diagnose the network state and find solutions for why you cannot connect to the network. 1 Launch Easy Network Manager . 2 Select Management and Diagnose Status from the menu. 3 The Network Connections window appears. Click Start to start the network diag- nosis. 4 When the diagnosis is complete, a device[...]

102 File T ransmission Y ou can exchange files between two Bluetooth devices. Y ou can exchange files with another Bluetooth device such as another computer , cell phone, PDA, etc. Network Access Y ou can connect to another Bluetooth-installed computer in the same way as an Ad-Hoc mode in wireless LAN and connect to the network via an AP or an In[...]

103 Using Bluetooth The procedures to exchange files between computers supporting Bluetooth and to use other Bluetooth devices are described below . Using Bluetooth Devices (Connecting Headset supporting Bluetooth) As an example, the procedures to connect to a headset supporting Bluetooth will be described below . Searching for Bluetooth devices c[...]

104 2 If the Bluetooth Device window appears, click Add . 3 If the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard screen appears, select the My device is set up and ready to be found and click the Next button. 4 When the search is complete, all available Bluetooth devices are listed. Select the Headset from the list and click the Next button.[...]

105 ■ A Bluetooth device is represent- ed by the device type and name (Dedicated Bluetooth ID). ■ T o use the Bl uetoo th he adset , Blu e- tooth Pairing Mode is required. For the procedures to set up Pair- ing Mode , refer to the Headset Manual . 5 Enter the PIN in the device PIN field and click the Next button. For pairing, a PIN is required[...]

106 Exchanging Files between Bluetooth Computers The procedures to exchange files between computers with Bluetooth capability are described below . 1 On the computer which is sending a file (hereafter Computer A), right-click the Bluetooth icon ( ) on the taskbar and select File T ransfer . 2 Click Browse , select a Bluetooth device to send the ?[...]

107 6 After a short while, the Bluetooth PIN Code required dialog box appears on Computer B. Enter the code entered in Step 4 above. 7 If the FTP File Access Privilege Request window appears on Com- puter B, click on the window . If the Select Access Permission window appears, click the OK button. Usage Instructions  Bluetooth devices to be conn[...]

Chapter 5. Using Applications Introducing Programs 109 CyberLink PowerDVD 1 12 Samsung Update Plus 1 14 Play A VStation 1 16 A VStation Now 130 Using Origami Experience 132[...]

109 Introducing Programs Using the software supplied with the Samsung computer , you can easily use functions and troubleshoot problems. T ry to use the software after learning about the basic use of the software. For detailed infor- mation, refer to the help section of the corresponding software. Every software program may not be provided or the v[...]

1 10 Multi Media Functions  CyberLink PowerDVD ( ) Using this program, you can play a DVD title. The CyberLink PowerDVD program is only supplied when you have pur- chased an external ODD, and you have to install the program additionally . p.1 12  Play A VStation ( ) Play A VStation is an integrated mul- timedia program that enables users to e[...]

1 1 1  Easy Display Manager Easy Display Manager is a program that displays the setting status of some buttons on the screen. Example) The icon that appears when pressing the Menu button and clicking Brightness Up . T roubleshooting Functions  SAMSUNG Magic Doctor ( ) SAMSUNG Magic Doctor is trou- bleshooting software provided by Samsung Comp[...]

1 12 1 Insert a DVD title into the DVD drive. 2 Select PowerDVD and click the OK button. After a moment, the DVD title will play . 3 If the DVD title is not automatically played, click Start > All Programs > CyberLink DVD Suite > Power DVD > CyberLink PowerDVD . 4 Then click the Play icon in the control panel of CyberLink PowerDVD to pl[...]

1 13 ■ Detailed Usage For more detailed usage, click Start > All Programs > Cyberlink DVD Suite > Power DVD > PowerDVD Help . ■ DVD Region Code A DVD title has a region code according to the international specifications so that it can be played only in that specific region. DVD titles with a region code will only play on DVD drive[...]

1 14 ■ T o search for updates and update your computer using Samsung Update Plus, your computer must be connected to the Internet. ■ The update search result may dif fer depending on your computer model. Samsung Update Plus does not provide updates for applications installed after pur- chasing the computer . Samsung Update Plus Samsung Update P[...]

1 15 3 If there are available software or driver updates for your computer , the available updates will be listed. Select the required updates from the list and click on Install Updates to start the update. Updates that must be installed separately . If you select Install for an update item that must be installed sepa- rately , a message appears in[...]

1 16 T o launch the program, click Start > All Programs > Samsung > Play A VStation . Alternatively , double-click the Play A VStation icon( )on the Desktop. Play A VStation Play A VStation is an integrated multimedia program that enables users to enjoy music, photo- graphs, video, movies, etc. using a single program. This section describe[...]

1 17 Movie Station Movie Y ou can play a video (movie) file or a DVD/VCD title. Music Y ou can play a music file or an audio CD. Photo Y ou can view or edit a photograph (image), and also view the photographs in a Slide- Show . Launch Play A VStation and click on Movie on the Station Bar . Mini Mode V iew Movie List and Thumbnail Win- dow Play Co[...]

1 18 ■ What is EDI (Enhanced Digital Image)? EDI (Enhanced Digital Image) is visual quality enhancement technology devel- oped by Samsung Electronics. Y ou can view clearer and sharper images by en- abling the EDI function when watching TV or playing a movie on Play A VStation. T o enable the EDI function, click the EDI ( ) button at the bottom o[...]

1 19 Playing a Movie File The procedures to play a movie file registered to the MOVIE Library are described be- low . For the procedures to register files to the Library , refer to p.120. 1 Move to Movie Station and double-click All V ideo in the left menu pane. 2 Double-click a movie file. The file is played. ■ Playing a V ideo File not Regi[...]

120 Adding V ideos to the Library The Movie Library is a library with movie files to be used by Movie Station. The procedures to add movie files saved on the computer to the Library are described below . Y ou can add files or folders. As an ex- ample, the procedures to add folders are described below . 1 Select Menu > File > Add to Library[...]

121 Highlight / Chapter Function Using the Highlight function, you can watch a highlighted part of a movie such as a sports or news item, etc. Using the Chapter function, you can create chap- ters for a movie and play the movie from any of the chapters. 1 Select a movie and click Make High- light/Chapter at the bottom of the window . 2 Select the m[...]

122 Launch Play A VStation and click Music on the Station Bar . Music Station Playlist Window Music Search V olume Control Music Library Music T ype Repeat Setting Random Play Setting EQ EDS Play Control Buttons[...]

123 Playing an Audio CD The procedures to play an audio CD are described below . T o use it, you need to connect an external-type ODD. 1 Insert an audio CD into the CD drive. 2 If the AutoPlay window appears, select Play audio CD using Samsung PLA Y A VStation . 3 The CD is played. If a CD is already inserted in the CD/DVD drive, select CD in the A[...]

124 Play a T rack not registered to the Library Click Menu > File > Open File , select a music file to be played and click Open. The selected track is registered to the Library and played. Playing a Music File If a music file is registered to the Music Library , you can easily play the music file. For the procedures to register tracks to t[...]

125 Adding Music Files to the Library The Music Library is a library with music files used by Music Station. The proce- dures to add music files saved on the computer to the Library are described below . Y ou can add files, folders. As an example, the procedures to add a folder are described below . 1 Select Menu > File > Add to Library &g[...]

126 Launch Play A VStation and click on Photo on the Station Bar . Photo Station Photo Library Photo List and Thumbnail Window Batch Edit Button SlideShow Button View and Edit Button[...]

127 V iewing an Image The procedures to view images regis- tered to the Photo Library individually and via a SlideShow are described below . For the procedures to register image files to the Library , refer to p.129. 1 Move to Photo Station and double- click on All Images . 2 Double-click on an image. The select- ed image is displayed in the Previ[...]

128 Editing an Image Y ou can change the shape of an image, edit an image or apply special effects to an image. The image editing functions are described below . 1 Move to Photo Station and double- click on All Images . 2 Click on a folder which includes images, and the images in the folder are displayed. 3 Double-click on an image or click the V i[...]

129 The image files used in A VStation are automatically added to the Library . Adding Images to the Library The Photo Library is a library with image files to be used by Photo Station. The proce- dures to add image files saved on the computer to the Library are described below . Y ou can add files, add folders. As an example, the procedures to[...]

130 If the HOLD switch on the left side of the computer is slid upwards all buttons of the computer are locked and do not work. If A VStation Now is not launched, check the position of the HOLD switch . A VStation Now Using A VStation Now , you can easily and quickly play music, photographs, movies and DVDs when the computer is on/off. Start T o tu[...]

131 Music: Play A VStation is launched and you can play a music file or audio CD. Movie: Play A VStation is launched and you can play a movie or DVD title. Photo: Play A VStation is launched and you can view photographs or image files indi- vidually or in a SlideShow .[...]

132 Using Origami Experience Origami Experience is a program that categorizes programs installed on the computer for easier and more convenient use. T o launch Origami Experience, click Start > All Programs > Microsoft Origami Expe- rience Pack > Origami Experience . Category Home Switch Windows Minimize Window Close Window Battery Charge [...]

133 For example, the procedures to launch the Calculator are described below . Launch Origami Experience . Click Programs > More Programs > Calculator . z x c[...]

Chapter 6. Settings BIOS Setup 135 Setting a Boot Password 140 Changing the Boot Priority 143 Battery 144[...]

135 1 Slide the Power switch to the right to turn the computer on. 2 The booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears. Press the Menu button ( ) on the right side of the computer . When an external keyboard is connected, press the F2 key . Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS Setup The BIOS Setup enables you to configure your computer hardware according to your [...]

136 3 After a moment, the BIOS setup screen appears. The items in the BIOS setup may dif fer depending on the product. Setup Menu Setup Items Help Help for the se- lected item ap- pears automati- cally .[...]

137 The BIOS Setup Screen Menu Description Main Used to change the basic system and environment settings. Advanced Used to configure advanced functions on your computer around devices and chipsets. Security Used to configure security functions, including passwords. Boot Used to set the boot priority and other boot options Exit Used to exit the Se[...]

138 System Setup Buttons (Keys) The following Buttons(keys) are used in System Setup. When an external keyboard is connected, you can use the keys enclosed in paren- thesis. For example, you can press the F1 key instead of the Auto Scaler button. Setup Key Button Function Auto Scaler Button (F1) When pressing the Auto Scaler button, Help appears. W[...]

139 Enter Selects an item or opens a submenu. (F9) T o initialize the setup settings, press the F9 key on the external keyboard. If an external keyboard is not connected, select Exit > Load Setup Default from the setup menu. (F10) T o save the changes press the F10 key on the external key- board. If an external keyboard is not connected, select [...]

140 Setting a Supervisor Password A Supervisor Password is required to turn the computer on or to start the System Setup. When setting a Supervisor Password, users other than a supervisor cannot use the computer . 1 Select the Security menu in the BIOS Setup. 2 In the Set Supervisor Password item, press < Enter >. Setting a Boot Password When[...]

141 3 On the screen, the password setting buttons are described. Y ou can set a password by entering numbers between 1 and 4 with the Joystick . Since the u2 button is used as Delete (BackSpace) and the u4 button is used as Cancel (Esc), enter the pass- word using the Joystick . Left: 4 Right: 2 Next: 3 Up: 1 Enter a password, press < Enter >[...]

142 Setting a User Password Users can start the system with a user password, but cannot enter the System Setup. By doing this, you can prevent other users from entering Setup. Before configuring a user password, a supervisor password must have been configured. Deactivating the supervisor password also deactivates the user pass- word. In the Set U[...]

143 1 Select the Boot menu in the BIOS Setup. 2 Press < Enter > on the Boot Device Priority item. 3 Use the u1 or u3 button to move a booting device up. 4 Exit from the Boot menu by pressing the u4 button and move to the Exit > Exit Saving Changes menu using the Joystick and press < Enter > to save the settings and exit the setup. Ch[...]

144 1 Shutdown the system and place the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2 Pull the two battery latches outwards ( ), then remove the battery . Installing/Removing the Battery Battery Please refer to the following instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power . A Lithium-Ion smart battery is supplie[...]

145 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. Measuring the Remaining Battery Charge Y ou can view the battery charge status by completing the following procedures. V iewing through the Menu button Press the Menu button and press on Battery . 3 T o [...]

146 T o view on the battery If you press the PUSH button for the bat- tery , you can view the remaining battery charge. Battery W arning ■ Y ou will hear an alarm when the remaining battery charge reaches below 10%. In this case, connect the AC adapter or turn off the computer and install a fully charged battery . ■ When the remaining battery c[...]

Extending the Battery Usage T ime 147 Decreasing the LCD Brightness Press the Menu button and click from the Brightness item to decrease the LCD brightness. Then you can extend the battery usage time. Alternatively , press the ‘-‘ V olume Control button on the left side of the computer while holding down the Menu button to decrease the LCD brig[...]

Samsung Optimized This mode is appropriate for normal conditions. It maximizes the system performance when the computer is running on AC power while maximizing the battery usage time when the computer is running on battery power . Multimedia This mode is appropriate for a multimedia environment that requires maximum system performance. Therefore, t[...]

149 Using the Battery Calibration Function When charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short time only , the bat- tery usage time may be reduced by the dif ference between the 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 t[...]

Chapter 7. W indows Media Center About Package Contents and the Program Guide 151 Connecting and Setting Up Media Center 152 Using Media Center 156 Windows Media Center is provided for some versions of W indows Vista only . Therefore, this chapter is for models with Windows Media Center only .[...]

151 About the Package Contents The package contents of your Samsung computer may differ depending on the com- puter model. The Media Center remote control, external-type remote control sensor and TV tuner card are not supplied with your computer and the devices are not required to use Me- dia Center . However , if you purchase and connect the devic[...]

152 Connecting and Setting Up Media Center The basic usage of Media Center for Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium is described below . Optional Devices The remote control, external-type remote control sensor and TV tuner card are not essential for using Media Center . Since these devices are not supplied with your Samsung computer , you have to p[...]

153 TV T uner Card Using a TV tuner card, you can watch and record TV programs. Some models have built-in TV tuner cards. This manual describes their usage assuming your computer has a built-in TV tuner card. There are two types of TV tuner cards, built-in and external types, and they may not support a re- cording function depending on the model. C[...]

154 Media Center Setup Connect all necessary devices and setup Media Center . Y ou have to complete the settings to use Media Center . 1 T urn the computer on. 2 Click Start > Windows Media Center or Start > All Programs > Windows Media Center . 3 If the following start screen appears, select the installation option. Express Setup enables [...]

155 4 If you have selected Custom Setup, continue with the setup according to the Setup Wizard instructions. If there are no installed TV tuner cards, the TV related setup steps will appear during the Media Center setup. In addition, if the computer is not connected to the Internet, you cannot setup and use the TV Guide (Channel Information). 5 Whe[...]

156 Start Screen Layout Click Start > Windows Media Center or Start > All Programs > Windows Media Center . Move to the Previous Screen Move to the Media Center Start Screen Exit Media Center Resize Move to the Next Menu Item Play Control Buttons Using Media Center The descriptions of the Media Center start screen and basic functions will [...]

157 Pictures + V ideos: Y ou can view pic- tures, images and video files. Music: Y ou can listen to music files, au- dio CDs and the radio. TV + Movies : Y ou can watch and record TV programs and play DVD titles. Online Media: Y ou can access all kinds of multimedia content over the internet . T asks: Y ou can change the Media Center settings. Na[...]

158 3 If the Library Setup screen appears, select Add Folder to W atch . 4 Specify the path for the folder accord- ing to the instructions on the screen. 5 If the following screen appears, click Finish . Y ou can view the newly added folder in the Picture Library or V ideo Library . V iewing Pictures and Images The procedures to view pictures and i[...]

159 3 Select a folder with picture files. 4 If you select a picture, the picture is displayed in full screen. Y ou can view another picture by using the Play Control buttons or the direc- tion buttons on the keyboard. 5 T o view pictures in a SlideShow , click on Play SlideShow . Alternatively , select Pictures + V id- eos > Play All . Then the[...]

160 V iewing Pictures and V ideos Saved on Removable Media The procedures to view pictures, images and videos saved on removable media in Media Center are described below . 1 Launch Media Center . 2 Insert a removable media with picture, image or video files. Removable media refers to a CD, DVD, USB flash memory , memory card, etc. T o view pictu[...]

161 In Music of Media Center , you can play music files or audio CDs. In addition, you can rip the tracks of an audio CD onto the computer and play them later individ- ually or by using a playlist. T o use it, you need to connect an external-type ODD. Playing an Audio CD 1 Launch Media Center . 2 Press the Eject button of the CD- ROM drive to open[...]

162 4 If the Rip CD window appears, click Y es . 5 Ripping a CD begins by showing rotating CD icon on the right side that indicates ripping a CD is in progress. When ripping is complete, the ripping CD complete message appears. The ripped tracks are displayed in the Music > Music Library of Media Center and in the Library of Windows Media Player[...]

163 Using Playlists Y ou can easily create, manage and play a playlist with ripped music albums and music files downloaded from the Internet. 1 Launch Media Center , and select Music > Music Library . 2 Y ou can search for a music file by selecting the album, artist, genre or song at the top. If you select Playlist > All Music , all registe[...]

164 6 Select Save As Playlist , enter a playlist name and select Save . If you have a remote control, you can enter a name using the numeric buttons on the remote control. 7 T o play the saved playlist, select Media Center > Music Library > Playlist , select a playlist and click Play . ■ If a music file appears in the Media Center even aft[...]

165 TV + Movies The TV function is only available when a TV tuner card is installed on your computer . TV + Movies Menus Live TV Y ou can watch live TV programs. Recorded TV Y ou can watch recorded TV programs. Guide (TV Broadcast Program Guide - EPG) Y ou can view the TV program guide. Y ou can watch or record live TV programs and reserve a record[...]

166 Playing a DVD The procedures to watch a DVD title are described below . T o use it, you need to connect an external-type ODD. 1 Launch Media Center . 2 Press the Eject button of the DVD drive to open the tray and insert a DVD title. If you insert a DVD title without starting Media Center , the Auto Play selection window appears. Select Play DVD[...]

167 Online Media Y ou can access more online content through Online Spotlight. Online Spotlight is a service provided by content providers via the Media Center . Y ou can enjoy all kinds of multimedia content such as movies, news, sports, etc. over the Internet. ■ T o use Online Media, your com- puter must be connected to the Internet. ■ For pr[...]

Chapter 8. Appendix Using Samsung Magic Doctor 169 Using McAfee SecurityCenter 170 Reinstalling Software 171 Reinstalling Windows V ista 173 Q & A 177 Intel Media Sharing Software Information 194 Product Specifications 195 Glossary 199 Index 202 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE 203[...]

169 Using Samsung Magic Doctor Magic Doctor is troubleshooting software provided by Samsung Computer . A user can diag- nose system problems via one-click or by selecting diagnostic items. Diagnosing the System Diagnosing the System is a function to check system connections and diagnose problems af fecting to system operation and solve it. 1 Click [...]

170 Using McAfee SecurityCenter A computer virus is a program that damages computer files and information saved on a com- puter . A computer is infected by an already infected file or by another computer over the Inter- net. Let’s learn how to use McAfee SecurityCenter in order to scan and remove viruses and to protect your computer from variou[...]

171 Reinstalling Software Y ou can reinstall software using the System Software Media, when a device driver or com- puter application is not working properly . Running the System Software Media The System Diagnosis function enables users to diagnose the system connectiv- ity , any system problems and resolve these problems. 1 Insert the System Soft[...]

172 ► Standard Installation If you select this option, programs not currently installed on the com- puter are listed. Y ou can conveniently use this option, when installing all the pro- grams on the media after reinstalling Windows. ► Minimum Installation If you select this option, programs are listed that need to be installed on the computer ([...]

173 Reinstalling Windows V ista Y ou can reinstall Windows using the System Recovery Media when Windows does not work properly . ■ T o install Windows, an external-type ODD and a USB keyboard are required. Connect the external-type ODD and USB keyboard before turning the computer on. If you connect a USB keyboard during the installation, the comp[...]

174 3 When the window appears allowing you to select the operating system to be installed, tap the Next button. The name of the operating system may differ depending on the Win - dows version. 4 When the Software License Agree- ment screen appears, select Agree and click the Next button. 5 When a window appears asking for the location to install th[...]

175 1 1 The Registration Complete window appears. If you tap the Start button, a computer specifications check begins. 12 After a while, the Windows Desktop appears. When Windows is launched, install the device drivers and applications according to your requirements using the System Soft- ware Media . Reinstalling when Windows does not start When [...]

176 4 When a window appears in which you can select the operating system to be installed, tap the Next button. The name of the operating system may differ depending on the Win - dows version. 5 When the Software License Agree- ment screen appears, select Agree and click the Next button. 6 When a window appears asking for the location to install the[...]

177 Q & A This section provides information on possible problems, solutions and other references for using the system. Q The LCD screen is too dark or too bright A Adjust the LCD brightness. Press the Menu button and click on Brightness or . Alternatively , press the +, - V olume Control button while holding down the Menu button to adjust the L[...]

178 Q When I connect a projector , and change the settings to display the screen image on both the LCD and the projector by pressing the Menu button, the screen is not displayed properly . A Click the Menu button, select LCD/CRT and then select Clone . If the screen image or some part of it is not displayed on the screen, this is because the LCD re[...]

179 Q In the Display Properties window , resolution starts from 800x600. A Even if the current resolution is 800x480 pixels, it may be represented as 800x600 in the Display Properties. This is because the lowest resolution of the operating system is 800x600 and is unable to show the 800x480 resolution in the Display Properties window . Q Pressing [[...]

180 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 in- stalled. Q I have connected a monitor (or projector) to the computer , but the colors on the monitor are abnormally displayed. A Check if the monitor and computer are properly conn[...]

181 Q The <W ake On LAN> function A1 <W ake On LAN> is a function that activates the system from Sleep mode when a signal (such as a ping or magic packet command) arrives over the network (wired LAN). Using the <W ake On LAN> Function  Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center >[...]

182 Q When I am connected to a 100Mbps/1Gbps wired LAN and the computer exits Sleep/hibernation mode, a message appears informing you of a connection to a 10Mbps/100Mbps wired LAN. A When the computer exits standby/hibernate mode, restoring the network takes about 3 seconds. When the network is restored, it operates at 100Mbps/1Gbps. Q Configure t[...]

183 Q The Wireless LAN device is operating properly , but I cannot connect to the Internet or to another computer . ► This is due to an incorrect configuration, or a configuration error . Check the following: A1 If you are using a computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network connection, check that the name of the configured network (SSID) is correct.[...]

184 Even if the network provides DHCP , the server may not allocate an IP address to the client properly , and the client station cannot connect to the network. Q I cannot connect to the AP . ► Check the Computer Settings A1 V erify whether the wireless LAN function of the computer is on by performing the following. If the wireless LAN function i[...]

185 ● V erify whether the AP’s firmware is the most recent version. (Contact the AP manufacturer or the place where you purchased the AP for details of the AP firm- ware.) A5 V erify whether the AP has been properly connected to the network. V erify whether the network is operating normally by connecting the wired network cable, which has bee[...]

186 Q When connecting to a computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network, I cannot connect to another computer on the same computer-to-computer network. A1 Make sure that the security settings and network name of the computer-to-comput- er (Ad Hoc) network are correct. A2 Check the TCP/IP properties of the computers to be connected through the com- puter-t[...]

187 Q The network does not operate properly when both the wireless and the wired network connections are simultaneously configured with the same IP address. A Y ou cannot use the wireless and the wired network connections using the same IP address simultaneously . T o use either the wireless or the wired network in turn with the same IP address, y[...]

188 Game and Program Related Windows V ista may not provide some functions properly when performing some ap- plications especially games, or may cause a problem due to a device driver compat- ibility issue. For the latest device drivers and bug fixes, please refer to the respective company’s website. Q A 3D game does not work, or some functions [...]

189 Q While playing a game, pressing the Menu button or pressing the LCD/CRT item does not work or the screen is not properly displayed. A Some games and 3D application programs may change the display device control. Therefore, pressing the Menu button and clicking the LCD/CRT item may terminate the running program or may display an abnormal screen[...]

190 Q The game is not displayed smoothly on the screen. A For 3D games, the texture data for the 3D screen display is saved to the system memory . If there is insufficient system memory , the data is saved to the hard disk drive and loaded to memory when required. This operation may temporarily stop displaying the picture on the screen. In this ca[...]

191 Other Q I cannot run any functions. A1 This may happen when the computer is in the HOLD status. When pressing a but - ton or switch in the HOLD status, the Charge LED blinks for a moment. Slide the HOLD switch downwards and try again. A2 If the computer is running on battery power , check the battery charge status. Q The [Power Switch] and the [...]

192 Q The User Controls window appears when installing or running a program in Windows V ista. A In this case, click Allow (or OK ) to install or run the program. However , if you do not have an administrator account, you have to enter the administrator password in the User Controls window and then click Allow (or OK ). If no administrator pass- wo[...]

193 Q I want to replace the pointing stick cap of a portable USB keyboard. A A portable USB keyboard has a pointing stick that can be used instead of a mouse. Since a spare pointing stick cap is supplied when you purchase a USB keyboard, you can remove the cap and then insert a new one if necessary . Q I want to move the pointer on a rotated screen[...]

194 Intel Media Sharing Software Information (Only for some models) Intel Media Sharing Software enables users to access, download and play all kinds of media files such as music, video, image and picture files in the home network environment. Intel Media Sharing Software runs on Intel CPU installed Intel Centrino mobile PCs only . Y ou can achie[...]

195 Product Specifications The system specifications may differ depending on the derived models. For detailed system specifications, refer to the product catalog. ■ The ( * ) mark represents optional components. Optional components may not be provided or different components may be provided depending on the computer model. ■ The system speci[...]

196 Wireless LAN Specifications (802.1 1BG Card) Atheros AR5006EX Wireless Network Adapter Device  The Name of the Registered Equipment : Special Low Power Wireless Device for Wireless Data Communication Systems. Item Detailed Specifications Physical Specifications Dimensions 30.0 × 50.95mm (Width X Height) Operating T emperature And Humidit[...]

197  Radio Specifications The wireless network interface is designed for the 2.4GHz frequency in the unlicensed ISM band. RF Band 2.4GHz Supported Channels Channels allowed per country . Device T ransceiver Standard Output Power MAX 10 mW Modulation Scheme 1 1b mode : DSSS, CCK 1 1g mode : OFDM Data Rate (Mbps)* 1 1b mode : 1 1, 5.5, 2, 1 1 1g [...]

198 Registered T rademarks Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co., Ltd. SENS is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Intel, Pentium/Celeron are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation. Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corpora- tion. “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of[...]

199 Glossary The Glossary lists the terminologies used in this 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. Client This refers to a computer that uses a shared network res[...]

200 Firewall A security system used to protect an in- ternal network or intranet from external networks through an authentication proce- dure. Hibernation Mode A power mode that saves all data in mem- ory to the hard disk and turns the CPU and hard disk off. When canceling Hibernation Mode, all application programs that were running are restored to[...]

201 Power Schemes This refers to a pre-determined power management option group. For example, you can set the time the computer waits before 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 con- figured so that you can launch a program [...]

202 Index A Adjusting the V olume 64 A VStation Now 130 B Battery 144 Battery Calibration 149 BIOS 135 Bluetooth 102 Boot Priority 143 Button 53 C CF Card Slot 59 Charge 145 Connecting AP / AP 95 Connections Quick Started Guide Connect / Output Monitor 60 Control Panel 79 CyberLink PowerDVD 1 12 D Desktop / Change 69 E Entering T ext 48 H Help 67 M[...]

203 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE [U.S.A. / U.K. / AUSTRALIA / HONG KONG / MALA YSIA / SINGAPORE] Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE If you have any comments or questions regarding a Samsung products, contact the SAMSUNG customer care center . Customer Care Center TEL Web Site U.S.A. 1 800 SAMSUNG (7267864) www .samsung.com U.K. 0870-726-7864 www .samsung.com[...]

204 Rev .1.3 [SP AIN] Contacte con SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE Si tiene alguna pregunta o comentario referente a nuestros productos, por favor contacte con nuestro Servicio de Atencion al Cliente. Customer Care Center TEL Web Site SP AIN 902 10 1 1 30 www .samsung.com/es [IT AL Y] Contatta SAMSUNG Se hai commenti o richieste sui prodotti Samsung contatta il[...]