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... this manual 7 Layout 13 Turning the computer on and off 15 Unlocking the screen 15 Windows Basics 17 Using the computer as a tablet 19 Touch screen (optional) 24 Keyboard 26 Touchpad (optional) 29 Fingerprint recognition 32 External display 34 Wireless LAN Applications 36 Using applications 37 Samsung Settings 38 Samsung Security 40 Samsung Update 41 Online Support (S Service) 42 Samsung PC Help (Self-help application) 43 Samsung PC Cleaner Settings & Upgrade 44 LCD brightness 46 Volume 47 BIOS (Setup utility) 53 Battery Troubleshooting 56 Samsung Recovery 61 Windows recovery function 61...
... this manual 7 Layout 13 Turning the computer on and off 15 Unlocking the screen 15 Windows Basics 17 Using the computer as a tablet 19 Touch screen (optional) 24 Keyboard 26 Touchpad (optional) 29 Fingerprint recognition 32 External display 34 Wireless LAN Applications 36 Using applications 37 Samsung Settings 38 Samsung Security 40 Samsung Update 41 Online Support (S Service) 42 Samsung PC Help (Self-help application) 43 Samsung PC Cleaner Settings & Upgrade 44 LCD brightness 46 Volume 47 BIOS (Setup utility) 53 Battery Troubleshooting 56 Samsung Recovery 61 Windows recovery function 61...
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... the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 3 Instructions for using the touch screen are for models with the touch screen feature. • Images and screenshots are based on the computer or operating system. • This user manual describes procedures for using the computer to ensure safe and proper use. • Optional accessories, some devices, and software referred to in the user manual may vary depending on the computer's default settings and the Windows 10 operating...
... the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 3 Instructions for using the touch screen are for models with the touch screen feature. • Images and screenshots are based on the computer or operating system. • This user manual describes procedures for using the computer to ensure safe and proper use. • Optional accessories, some devices, and software referred to in the user manual may vary depending on the computer's default settings and the Windows 10 operating...
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... part of this manual may be changed without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. Computer specifications or the contents of the computer's functions. 4 For example, "select Settings...
... part of this manual may be changed without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. Computer specifications or the contents of the computer's functions. 4 For example, "select Settings...
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Getting started Right view 12 31 Number/Name Microphone Power button/ Fingerprint recognition sensor USB 2.0 port Description • You can unlock the screen with your fingerprint. • Connect various peripheral devices, such as a mouse, camera, or keyboard. • When you register your fingerprint, make sure to cover the entire fingerprint recognition sensor with your finger. • To scan as much of the fingerprint as possible, cover the fingerprint...
Getting started Right view 12 31 Number/Name Microphone Power button/ Fingerprint recognition sensor USB 2.0 port Description • You can unlock the screen with your fingerprint. • Connect various peripheral devices, such as a mouse, camera, or keyboard. • When you register your fingerprint, make sure to cover the entire fingerprint recognition sensor with your finger. • To scan as much of the fingerprint as possible, cover the fingerprint...
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... through these holes. Getting started Bottom view 3 Number/Name Description • The internal heat of the device is emitted from the speakers. You will not be dangerous. • Provides power to the computer when 2 not connected to an AC adapter. 3 Internal • To remove or replace the internal battery battery, take it to a Samsung Service Center. For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center. 12 Fan vents • If...
... through these holes. Getting started Bottom view 3 Number/Name Description • The internal heat of the device is emitted from the speakers. You will not be dangerous. • Provides power to the computer when 2 not connected to an AC adapter. 3 Internal • To remove or replace the internal battery battery, take it to a Samsung Service Center. For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center. 12 Fan vents • If...
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... select wireless network options or adjust the volume and screen brightness via hot keys in the action center by selecting the Start button System → Notifications & actions. • Select Expand or Collapse to use. 16 You can enable or disable push notifications for applications. For example, you want to change after the Windows Settings screen appears. You can also set personalized hot keys to appear in the action center. Getting started Configuring the Windows Settings...
... select wireless network options or adjust the volume and screen brightness via hot keys in the action center by selecting the Start button System → Notifications & actions. • Select Expand or Collapse to use. 16 You can enable or disable push notifications for applications. For example, you want to change after the Windows Settings screen appears. You can also set personalized hot keys to appear in the action center. Getting started Configuring the Windows Settings...
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Using hot keys To use keyboard hot keys, do one of the following: • Press and hold the Fn key and press a hot key. + • Press the Fn Lock key and then press a hot key. ª When the Fn Lock key is on the country. Basics Keyboard Enter text or access computer functions with the keyboard. • Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system. • The keyboard layout may differ depending on , hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. 24 The hot keys will be mainly explained in this manual.
Using hot keys To use keyboard hot keys, do one of the following: • Press and hold the Fn key and press a hot key. + • Press the Fn Lock key and then press a hot key. ª When the Fn Lock key is on the country. Basics Keyboard Enter text or access computer functions with the keyboard. • Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system. • The keyboard layout may differ depending on , hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. 24 The hot keys will be mainly explained in this manual.
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... the audio. • Volume control: Adjust the volume level. • Keyboard backlight: Turn the keyboard backlight on or off . If the hot keys do not work properly, install the Samsung Settings application. 25 Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Description • Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the display. • LCD/External monitor: Switch between the LCD and an external display device when an external display device is connected to only the videos...
... the audio. • Volume control: Adjust the volume level. • Keyboard backlight: Turn the keyboard backlight on or off . If the hot keys do not work properly, install the Samsung Settings application. 25 Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 Description • Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the display. • LCD/External monitor: Switch between the LCD and an external display device when an external display device is connected to only the videos...
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Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not be supported depending on the application manufacturer. 36 Applications Using applications • Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. • Some applications may not work depending on the model. • Applications that are provided by Samsung can be installed from Samsung Update. • Third-party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third-party applications, please contact the relevant manufacturer.
Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not be supported depending on the application manufacturer. 36 Applications Using applications • Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. • Some applications may not work depending on the model. • Applications that are provided by Samsung can be installed from Samsung Update. • Third-party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third-party applications, please contact the relevant manufacturer.
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Setting the privacy folder 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Samsung → Samsung Security. 2 Select Privacy Folder → Create Windows password. Deactivating the privacy folder Press and hold the key and press the F12 key. 2 Enter the password and select OK. 3 Check the privacy folder in the File Explorer. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a password. 3 Select the Inactive switch, and enter your password, then select OK. 4 Select Select Folder...
Setting the privacy folder 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Samsung → Samsung Security. 2 Select Privacy Folder → Create Windows password. Deactivating the privacy folder Press and hold the key and press the F12 key. 2 Enter the password and select OK. 3 Check the privacy folder in the File Explorer. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a password. 3 Select the Inactive switch, and enter your password, then select OK. 4 Select Select Folder...
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... only when the application runs for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications over the Internet. Or, select Install or Update of the item to be updated. 40 This application enables the user to search for the first time. 3 Select Update all. Applications Samsung Update Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the model and the application version. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Samsung Update. 2 Read and agree to the...
... only when the application runs for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications over the Internet. Or, select Install or Update of the item to be updated. 40 This application enables the user to search for the first time. 3 Select Update all. Applications Samsung Update Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the model and the application version. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Samsung Update. 2 Read and agree to the...
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Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below. related settings. The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 48 You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - -Help: View the help for BIOS set up. - -Default: Return to the default settings. - -Restore: Cancel changes. - -Save: Save settings. - -Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Help • Setup menu - -SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - -Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional...
Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below. related settings. The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 48 You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - -Help: View the help for BIOS set up. - -Default: Return to the default settings. - -Restore: Cancel changes. - -Save: Save settings. - -Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Help • Setup menu - -SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - -Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional...
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... window. Settings & Upgrade Removing a password 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Security menu. 4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User Password, or HDD Password). 5 Enter the current password and select Ok. 6 Without entering any characters, select Ok → Ok. 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. For some models, to restart without saving the changes. 51 Boot priority Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup. 1 Turn...
... window. Settings & Upgrade Removing a password 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Security menu. 4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User Password, or HDD Password). 5 Enter the current password and select Ok. 6 Without entering any characters, select Ok → Ok. 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. For some models, to restart without saving the changes. 51 Boot priority Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup. 1 Turn...
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... Esc key. Touch Pad Mouse On Touch Pad S3 Wake-up Off USB S3 Wake-up Off USB charging USB S3 Wake-up On Smart Battery Calibration > Aptio Setup Utility - This operation requires 3-5 hours depending on , and press the F2 key to enter the Setup screen. 3 Select Advanced → Smart Battery Calibration. In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display will be reduced by discharging the battery completely using the Battery Calibration function...
... Esc key. Touch Pad Mouse On Touch Pad S3 Wake-up Off USB S3 Wake-up Off USB charging USB S3 Wake-up On Smart Battery Calibration > Aptio Setup Utility - This operation requires 3-5 hours depending on , and press the F2 key to enter the Setup screen. 3 Select Advanced → Smart Battery Calibration. In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display will be reduced by discharging the battery completely using the Battery Calibration function...
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... Recover Functionality item in the computer's HDD. The angle may differ depending on automatically, press the Power button. 63 Restore the computer with the Samsung Recovery application, the HDD capacity representation in Windows is smaller than 64 GB, due to a data image. The capacity representation in Windows different from the product specifications? Troubleshooting Why is the capacity representation of the hard disk drive (HDD) in Windows may be opened...
... Recover Functionality item in the computer's HDD. The angle may differ depending on automatically, press the Power button. 63 Restore the computer with the Samsung Recovery application, the HDD capacity representation in Windows is smaller than 64 GB, due to a data image. The capacity representation in Windows different from the product specifications? Troubleshooting Why is the capacity representation of the hard disk drive (HDD) in Windows may be opened...
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... external keyboard and mouse when using an external keyboard and mouse, position the devices at the same height as the computer and within comfortable reach. 66 Appendix Arms and hands • When using the keyboard and touchpad, the shoulders should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with the wrist and hand in almost a straight line. • Use a light touch when typing...
... external keyboard and mouse when using an external keyboard and mouse, position the devices at the same height as the computer and within comfortable reach. 66 Appendix Arms and hands • When using the keyboard and touchpad, the shoulders should form an angle that is slightly greater than a right angle, with the wrist and hand in almost a straight line. • Use a light touch when typing...
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... all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to rest on it. • Do not spill anything to the manufacturers instructions. Do not place the computer on a soft surface, doing so will block the bottom vents. • When using...
... all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to rest on it. • Do not spill anything to the manufacturers instructions. Do not place the computer on a soft surface, doing so will block the bottom vents. • When using...
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Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to operate with the equipment specified in the technical specifications of the devices. 3 If any smell of the base will rise during normal operation (particularly when AC Power is damaged. - -The computer performance changes. The surface temperature of burning or smoke is detected from the wall outlet and contact a Samsung Service Center if: - -The power cord...
Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to operate with the equipment specified in the technical specifications of the devices. 3 If any smell of the base will rise during normal operation (particularly when AC Power is damaged. - -The computer performance changes. The surface temperature of burning or smoke is detected from the wall outlet and contact a Samsung Service Center if: - -The power cord...
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... REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. 84 Do not use or recharge any longer. Contact the Samsung Service Center for information on how to dispose of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Such areas include patient care areas of old batteries. Battery disposal Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered...
... REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. 84 Do not use or recharge any longer. Contact the Samsung Service Center for information on how to dispose of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. Such areas include patient care areas of old batteries. Battery disposal Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered...
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www.samsung.com English. 05/2019. Rev. 1.3 Some content may differ from the computer depending on the region, service provider, software version, or computer model, and is subject to change without prior notice.
www.samsung.com English. 05/2019. Rev. 1.3 Some content may differ from the computer depending on the region, service provider, software version, or computer model, and is subject to change without prior notice.