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... models only) 28 Wireless LAN 30 Bluetooth 32 Fingerprint recognition 34 Memory card slot 36 Thunderbolt™ 4 37 External display Applications 39 Using applications 40 Samsung Settings 41 Samsung Notes 42 Samsung Security 45 Samsung Update 46 Samsung Flow 47 Samsung Studio Plus 47 Samsung Gallery 48 Bixby 49 Galaxy Book Smart Switch 50 Galaxy Book Experience 51 Online Support(S Service) 52 Screen Recorder 53 Quick Search 54 SmartThings 54 Quick Share Settings & Upgrade 55 Display brightness 56 Volume 57 BIOS (Setup utility) 63 Battery Troubleshooting 66 Samsung Recovery...
... models only) 28 Wireless LAN 30 Bluetooth 32 Fingerprint recognition 34 Memory card slot 36 Thunderbolt™ 4 37 External display Applications 39 Using applications 40 Samsung Settings 41 Samsung Notes 42 Samsung Security 45 Samsung Update 46 Samsung Flow 47 Samsung Studio Plus 47 Samsung Gallery 48 Bixby 49 Galaxy Book Smart Switch 50 Galaxy Book Experience 51 Online Support(S Service) 52 Screen Recorder 53 Quick Search 54 SmartThings 54 Quick Share Settings & Upgrade 55 Display brightness 56 Volume 57 BIOS (Setup utility) 63 Battery Troubleshooting 66 Samsung Recovery...
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... using the touch screen are based on the computer's default settings and the Windows 11 operating system. Available features and additional services may not be subject to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 4 Instructions 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 model. • Please read this manual before using the touchpad, mouse and touch screen...
... using the touch screen are based on the computer's default settings and the Windows 11 operating system. Available features and additional services may not be subject to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 4 Instructions 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 model. • Please read this manual before using the touchpad, mouse and touch screen...
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...Settings and then Bluetooth & devices. Computer specifications or the contents of the computer's functions. 5 Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that could cause damage to the computer or other equipment Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information The path you should follow to carry out an instruction. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. No part... of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of this manual may ...
...Settings and then Bluetooth & devices. Computer specifications or the contents of the computer's functions. 5 Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that could cause damage to the computer or other equipment Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information The path you should follow to carry out an instruction. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. No part... of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of this manual may ...
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..., you can also use or charge USB Type-C devices. Some features may not be supported depending on your device's specifications. • Shows the operating status of the computer. 13 You can connect external display devices. • Connect and charge a USB Type-C device and Thunderbolt™ device, or connect to charge the computer. Getting started Left view 12 34 Number/Name HDMI port USB Type-C port Thunderbolt™ 4 port Operating status LED Description • Used to connect an HDMI cable to an external device. • Connect the adapter to an external display device.
..., you can also use or charge USB Type-C devices. Some features may not be supported depending on your device's specifications. • Shows the operating status of the computer. 13 You can connect external display devices. • Connect and charge a USB Type-C device and Thunderbolt™ device, or connect to charge the computer. Getting started Left view 12 34 Number/Name HDMI port USB Type-C port Thunderbolt™ 4 port Operating status LED Description • Used to connect an HDMI cable to an external device. • Connect the adapter to an external display device.
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...; 4 port Charging the computer Connect an external power supply (sold separately) with a rating level higher than 10 W (5 V, 2 A) that supports USB Type-C or USB BC 1.2. Getting started The charging feature of the connected device is not displayed on the computer. • This charging feature may not be available on some devices. • To charge another device when the computer is in hibernation mode or is turned off, connect to charge the battery when charging a connected device. •...
...; 4 port Charging the computer Connect an external power supply (sold separately) with a rating level higher than 10 W (5 V, 2 A) that supports USB Type-C or USB BC 1.2. Getting started The charging feature of the connected device is not displayed on the computer. • This charging feature may not be available on some devices. • To charge another device when the computer is in hibernation mode or is turned off, connect to charge the battery when charging a connected device. •...
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Green: Fully charged - Do not cover the ambient light sensor. 15 Getting started Operating status LED and Ambient light sensor 2 1 Number/Name Operating status LED Ambient light sensor Description • Shows the operating status of the environment where you use the computer. • When the surroundings become dark, the keyboard backlight turns on. • When the surroundings become bright, the keyboard backlight turns off. Blue: Turned on • Recognizes the brightness of the computer. - Red: Charging -
Green: Fully charged - Do not cover the ambient light sensor. 15 Getting started Operating status LED and Ambient light sensor 2 1 Number/Name Operating status LED Ambient light sensor Description • Shows the operating status of the environment where you use the computer. • When the surroundings become dark, the keyboard backlight turns on. • When the surroundings become bright, the keyboard backlight turns off. Blue: Turned on • Recognizes the brightness of the computer. - Red: Charging -
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... remove or replace the internal 3 battery battery, take it to an adapter. Getting started Bottom view ► For 13.3 inch models 3 ► For 15.6 inch models 3 4 Number/Name Description • Sucks in outside air and discharges heat generated inside the computer Fan vents through these holes. • If the vents are blocked the computer may be displayed anymore. 2 For more information, contact a Samsung Service...
... remove or replace the internal 3 battery battery, take it to an adapter. Getting started Bottom view ► For 13.3 inch models 3 ► For 15.6 inch models 3 4 Number/Name Description • Sucks in outside air and discharges heat generated inside the computer Fan vents through these holes. • If the vents are blocked the computer may be displayed anymore. 2 For more information, contact a Samsung Service...
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... the display. • Display/External monitor: Switch between the display and an external display device when an external display device is connected to prevent recording. • Performance mode: Change the system's performance mode. • Fn Lock: Lock the Fn key so that hot keys can be used without pressing the Fn key. Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 Description • Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the camera and the microphone...
... the display. • Display/External monitor: Switch between the display and an external display device when an external display device is connected to prevent recording. • Performance mode: Change the system's performance mode. • Fn Lock: Lock the Fn key so that hot keys can be used without pressing the Fn key. Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 Description • Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the camera and the microphone...
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... want to recognize your fingerprint Create a password and PIN first to use the fingerprint scan feature. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → Accounts → Signin options. 3 Select PIN (Windows Hello) → Add to create a PIN number. 4 Select Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello) → Set up to create a password. Basics Fingerprint recognition You can sign in to Windows, apps, and services by teaching Windows to add another fingerprint...
... want to recognize your fingerprint Create a password and PIN first to use the fingerprint scan feature. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → Accounts → Signin options. 3 Select PIN (Windows Hello) → Add to create a PIN number. 4 Select Fingerprint recognition (Windows Hello) → Set up to create a password. Basics Fingerprint recognition You can sign in to Windows, apps, and services by teaching Windows to add another fingerprint...
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... connecting it After removing a Thunderbolt™ device, you can use Thunderbolt™ devices or share files and printers by connecting two computers that support Thunderbolt™ 1 Use a Thunderbolt™ cable (sold separately) to connect the computers via their Thunderbolt™ 4 ports. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Windows Tools → Control Panel → Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Change advanced sharing settings. 3 Set your settings. Using Thunderbolt™ devices Connect...
... connecting it After removing a Thunderbolt™ device, you can use Thunderbolt™ devices or share files and printers by connecting two computers that support Thunderbolt™ 1 Use a Thunderbolt™ cable (sold separately) to connect the computers via their Thunderbolt™ 4 ports. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Windows Tools → Control Panel → Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Change advanced sharing settings. 3 Set your settings. Using Thunderbolt™ devices Connect...
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... monitor only. Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → System → Display, and then select Detect on both the computer and the external display. Extend Extend the screen to one that supports an external input. 5 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F4 key. 6 Select a mode. Duplicate Show the screen on the Multiple displays option. 38 Basics 3 Connect the power cord to the external display. 4 Turn on the display and change...
... monitor only. Select the Start button ( ) → Settings → System → Display, and then select Detect on both the computer and the external display. Extend Extend the screen to one that supports an external input. 5 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F4 key. 6 Select a mode. Duplicate Show the screen on the Multiple displays option. 38 Basics 3 Connect the power cord to the external display. 4 Turn on the display and change...
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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 supported depending on the application manufacturer. 39 Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not 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.
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 supported depending on the application manufacturer. 39 Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not 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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...; Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them. • Set the battery settings and performance mode that optimize system performance. • Set keyboard backlight settings. • View the application version. 40 Applications Samsung Settings Samsung Settings, a Samsung-integrated settings application, offers various settings functions. Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Settings. 2 Select an option to configure the corresponding function.
...; Activate advanced features and change the settings that control them. • Set the battery settings and performance mode that optimize system performance. • Set keyboard backlight settings. • View the application version. 40 Applications Samsung Settings Samsung Settings, a Samsung-integrated settings application, offers various settings functions. Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Settings. 2 Select an option to configure the corresponding function.
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... be connected to the Internet. • Only applications that have been installed with this application can be updated. • Images and features may differ depending on the computer easily and conveniently. 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...
... be connected to the Internet. • Only applications that have been installed with this application can be updated. • Images and features may differ depending on the computer easily and conveniently. 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...
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... the F3 key. Controlling brightness using the taskbar 1 Select the status icons on the taskbar. 2 Drag the adjustment bar to the brightest level when the adapter is gradually adjusted. 55 When necessary, the screen brightness is connected. Brightness adjustment bar • The display screen is automatically set to the desired brightness. The display screen automatically becomes dimmer when the adapter is disconnected. • The computer has an automatic screen brightness adjustment to...
... the F3 key. Controlling brightness using the taskbar 1 Select the status icons on the taskbar. 2 Drag the adjustment bar to the brightest level when the adapter is gradually adjusted. 55 When necessary, the screen brightness is connected. Brightness adjustment bar • The display screen is automatically set to the desired brightness. The display screen automatically becomes dimmer when the adapter is disconnected. • The computer has an automatic screen brightness adjustment to...
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... Exit BIOS setup. • Setup menu - The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 58 Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below. Default: Return to the default settings. - Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Help: View the help for BIOS set up. - Restore: Cancel changes. - You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - Security: Configure security functions. - Number Name • Setup items • Setup...
... Exit BIOS setup. • Setup menu - The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 58 Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below. Default: Return to the default settings. - Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Help: View the help for BIOS set up. - Restore: Cancel changes. - You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - Security: Configure security functions. - Number Name • Setup items • Setup...
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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. Select Exit → Ok to cancel the password, select Cancel in the Setup Notice window. Boot priority Change the...
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. Select Exit → Ok to cancel the password, select Cancel in the Setup Notice window. Boot priority Change the...
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... Troubleshooting Copying the drive (making a disk image. The new drive must be copied → Start copy. Purchase an external hard drive connector separately to connect the new drive to hold the data from the current drive. The data on a non-user replaceable disk, such as an eMMC, you cannot copy the drive. 1 Connect the new drive to the computer with an external hard drive connector. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Recovery. 3 Select Create a factory state disk or Create a disk...
... Troubleshooting Copying the drive (making a disk image. The new drive must be copied → Start copy. Purchase an external hard drive connector separately to connect the new drive to hold the data from the current drive. The data on a non-user replaceable disk, such as an eMMC, you cannot copy the drive. 1 Connect the new drive to the computer with an external hard drive connector. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → All apps → Samsung Recovery. 3 Select Create a factory state disk or Create a disk...
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... instructions. Do not place the computer on a soft surface, doing so will block the bottom vents. • When using an extension cord with this system, make sure that the total power rating on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly... use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • Do not spill anything on the bottom of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. Replace the battery with glossy display bezels the user ...
... instructions. Do not place the computer on a soft surface, doing so will block the bottom vents. • When using an extension cord with this system, make sure that the total power rating on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly... use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • Do not spill anything on the bottom of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. Replace the battery with glossy display bezels the user ...
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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. 01/2022. Rev. 1.1
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. 01/2022. Rev. 1.1