Intel 8260D2 Users Manual

Basics

Select

4

list below

Properties

•

Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)

This connection uses the following items

.

The Network Component name may differ depending on
the operating system.

from the

→

Configure the IP settings.

5

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When using DHCP, select

automatically

•

When not using DHCP, contact the network administrator
for the IP address. To use a static IP address, select

following IP address

Select OK to save the settings.

6

.

Obtain an IP address

Use the

and set the IP address manually.

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To add a network item such as a client, service, or protocol,
select

Install...

under the list of network items.

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Basics

Wake on LAN (WOL) feature

Activate the system remotely from sleep mode when a signal,
such as a magic packet command, is received via a wired LAN.

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When connected to a 100 Mbps/1 Gbps wired LAN, a
message appears informing the user of connection to
a 10 Mbps/100 Mbps wired LAN when the computer
wakes from sleep mode. This happens because

On the desktop, right-click the Start button ( ) and select

1

Control Panel
Sharing Center

Right-click

2

Select

3

device to wake the computer

Restart the computer.

4

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Configure...

If the computer wakes up from sleep mode inadvertently,
disable the Wake on LAN feature.

This feature may not work while using other power saving
features. To disable other sleep functions, right-click the
Start button (

and Sound

→

Network and Internet

→

Ethernet

→

→

Power Options

→

Network and

Change adapter settings

and select

Power Management

) and select

Properties

→ OK.

Control Panel

.

.

→

.

Allow this

→

Hardware

restoring the network takes about 3 seconds. When the
network is restored, the computer will be connected to
the 100 Mbps/1 Gbps LAN.

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When the system is running on battery power, it may
take a few seconds for the connection to be established
when connecting a LAN cable. This is the result of
power saving features designed to reduce battery
consumption.

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When the system is running on battery power, the
speed of a wired LAN is decreased automatically
to reduce battery consumption. In this case, a
1 Gbps/100 Mbps LAN would function at the speed of a
100 Mbps/10 Mbps connection.

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Basics

Wireless LAN

Connect the computer to a wireless network to use the Internet.

The descriptions below are for computer models with
a Wireless LAN card or device. A Wireless LAN device is
optional. The pictures in this manual may differ from the
actual product depending on the wireless LAN device
model.

About Access Point (AP)

An Access Point (AP) is a network device that bridges wired
and wireless LANs and corresponds to a wireless hub in a wired
network. Multiple devices can be connected to an AP.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

On the taskbar, select .

1

AP List

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Basics

Select a network from the list of detected wireless networks

2

and select

Connect automatically

→

Connect

.

Deactivating the Wi-Fi feature

When you are not using the Wi-Fi feature, turn it off to save battery
power.

Select on the taskbar.

1

Select the connected network name to turn it off. The Wi-Fi

2

feature is deactivated.

Enter a password, if necessary, and select

3

Once the computer has been connected to a wireless
network, it will attempt to connect to it automatically when
it is available. If you require a network password, contact the
system administrator.

Next

.

Airplane mode

This disables all wireless functions on your computer. You can use
only non-network services.

To activate

mode

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Airplane mode

.

, on the taskbar, select →

Airplane

Basics

Using the security slot (For 15.6
inch models)

You can secure the computer by connecting a lock and cable to
the security slot.

Tie the lock and cable to a fixed object and install the other end of
the cable to the security slot.

To use this feature, you must purchase a lock and cable
(sold separately). Your product may differ from the one
shown above. For more information, refer to your lock’s
manual.

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Applications

Using applications

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Images and features may differ depending on the
model and the application version.

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Some applications may not be supported depending
on the model.

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Applications that are provided by Samsung can be
installed from

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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 work depending
on the application manufacturer.

Samsung Update

.

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Applications

Samsung Settings

Samsung Settings

offers various settings functions.

Images and features may differ depending on the model
and the application version.

Select the Start button ( ) →

1

Samsung Settings

Select an option to configure the corresponding function.

2

, a Samsung-integrated settings application,

All apps

.

→

Samsung

→

Menu Description

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Quick Settings
Convenience
Power Management
Network
Display
Audio
Input
Privacy Protection
My Log-in

Set quick settings.

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Set system settings.

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Set power-related settings.

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Set network functions and settings.

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Set the screen brightness and color.

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Set sound settings.

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Set input functions and settings.

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Set security functions and settings.

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Set personal log-in settings.

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Applications

Samsung Update

Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the
computer easily and conveniently. This application enables the
user to search for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications
over the Internet. Keep the computer performing better and more
stably with

Select the Start button ( ) →

1

Samsung Update

Samsung Update

•

To check for available updates, the computer must 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
model and the application version.

.

.

All apps

→

Samsung

→

Select

3

Select items to update and select OK.

4

Install & Update

.

Read and agree to the User Agreement.

2

This step appears only when the application runs for the first
time.

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Applications

Samsung PC Help (Self-help
application)

Use

Samsung PC Help

Samsung computers from a smartphone.
Watch the

functions or to find solutions to problems.

Samsung PC Help

For more information, visit www.samsungpchelp.com.

to access help-related content for

videos to become familiar with new

Installing Samsung PC Help

On a smartphone, tap

1

.

Help

Tap

2

INSTALL

→

ACCEPT

Play Store

to complete the setup.

and search for

Using Samsung PC Help

On a smartphone, tap

1

On the

2

display the available content.

Samsung PC Help

You may incur additional charges when you access
content.

Samsung PC Help

main screen, select a menu to

Samsung PC

.

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Settings & Upgrade

LCD brightness

Adjust the LCD brightness to reduce eye strain and save power.

Controlling brightness using the keyboard

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To dim the LCD screen, press and hold the Fn key and press

F2

the

key.

+

Controlling brightness using the taskbar

On the taskbar, select → . You can adjust the level of
brightness.

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The LCD screen is automatically set to the brightest
level when the AC adapter is connected. The LCD screen
automatically becomes dimmer when the AC adapter is
disconnected.

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The computer has an automatic screen brightness
adjustment to extend the battery usage time. When
necessary, the screen brightness is gradually adjusted.

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To brighten the LCD screen, press and hold the Fn key and

F3

press the

key.

+

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Settings & Upgrade

Changing display mode

Select the optimal screen settings based on your activity.

Some options may not be available depending on the
model.

Select the Start button ( ) →

1

Samsung Settings

.

All apps

→

Samsung

→

2

Select

•

•

•

•

•

Display

Auto mode

currently running program.

Dynamic
Standard

convenient for most situations.

Photo Editing
Reading

→

Display Color

: Optimizes the screen automatically for the

: Makes scenes more vivid and clear.

: Appropriate for normal environments and

: Appropriate for viewing photos.

: Appropriate for reading documents.

, and then select an option.

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Settings & Upgrade

+

Volume

Adjust the system volume or sound volume when playing music
or video.

Controlling volume using the keyboard

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To turn down the volume, press and hold the Fn key and press

F7

the

key.

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To mute or unmute the volume, press and hold the Fn key and

F6

press the

key.

+

Controlling volume using the taskbar

Select on the taskbar.

1

Drag the adjustment bar to the desired volume.

2

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To turn up the volume, press and hold the Fn key and press

F8

the

key.

+

Volume adjustment bar

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Settings & Upgrade

BIOS (Setup utility)

Define a boot password, change the boot priority, or configure the
installed chipsets.

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Incorrect settings may cause the system to malfunction
or crash.

•

The BIOS setup screens, menus, and items may appear
differently depending on the model and BIOS version.

•

BIOS setup functions are subject to upgrades.

Entering the BIOS screen

Turn on the computer.

1

Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several

2

times.

•

If the computer is password-protected, press the F2 key
several times before the password screen appears.

•

If the password screen or the Windows start screen
appears, restart the computer and try again.

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Settings & Upgrade

The BIOS screen

The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below.
You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse.

Number Name

•

Setup items

•

Setup tools

•

Help

•

Setup menu

–

Help

: View the help for BIOS set up.

–

Default

–

Restore

–

Save

–

Exit

–

SysInfo

the computer.

–

Advanced

: Return to the default settings.

: Cancel changes.

: Save settings.

: Exit BIOS setup.

: View the basic specifications of

: Configure the chipsets and

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additional functions.

–

Security

–

Boot

related settings.

The BIOS setup screen appears only in English.

: Configure security functions.

: Configure peripherals and boot-

Settings & Upgrade

Boot password

Setting a password with the BIOS enhances protection against
viruses and hacking attacks.

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Do not forget your password or expose it to others.

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If you forget the

Password

Service Center. In this case, a service fee will be charged.

•

If you forget the

Password

disabled.

, request assistance from the Samsung

, and the

Supervisor Password

User Password

User Password

, disable the

is also automatically

or

HDD

Supervisor

Setting passwords

There are three password settings available:

User Password

•

Supervisor Password

required when turning on the computer or entering the BIOS
setup.

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User Password

to enter the BIOS setup. This password will be deactivated
automatically if the

•

HDD Password

to access the hard disk drive (HDD) from another computer.
This password may not be supported, depending on the
model.

, and

HDD Password

(low security level): This password is

(low security level): This password is required

Supervisor Password

(high security level): This password is required

.

Supervisor Password

is disabled.

,

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Settings & Upgrade

Setting a boot password

Turn on the computer.

1

Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several

2

times.

Access the

3

Select a password type (

4

Password

If you cannot select an item or the
message appears, turn off the computer and turn it on again.
Then, press the
appears to enter the BIOS setup screen.

Security

, or

HDD Password

menu.

F2

key several times before the Samsung logo

Supervisor Password, User

).

HDD Password Frozen

Enter a password and select Ok.

5

The password can be up to 20 characters.

Enter the password again to confirm it and select Ok.

6

Select

7

Save

→

Yes

to save and restart.

•

To enable the

Supervisor Password

starting up the computer.

•

To change the
the computer.

•

For some models, if the password entered message
appears in the Setup Notice window, select
complete the setup.

Password On Boot

and enter the password when

HDD Password

after setting it, restart

option, set a

Ok

to

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Settings & Upgrade

Removing a password

Turn on the computer.

1

Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several

2

times.

Access the

3

Select a password type (

4

Password

Enter the current password and select Ok.

5

Without entering any characters, select Ok → Ok.

6

For some models, to cancel the password, select
the Setup Notice window.

Security

, or

HDD Password

menu.

Supervisor Password, User

).

Cancel

in

Boot priority

Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup.

Turn on the computer.

1

Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several

2

times.

Access the

3

Select

4

Select an option menu to open the list.

5

Select an option.

6

Select

7

Boot

menu.

Boot Device Priority

Save

→

Yes

to save and restart.

.

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Select

Exit

→

Yes

to restart without saving the changes.

Settings & Upgrade

Using the Battery Calibration Function

When charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short
time only, the battery usage time may be reduced by the
difference between the actual battery charge and the remaining
charge display.

In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge
display will be the same by discharging the battery completely
using the Battery Calibration function, and then recharging it
again.

The screen images and terms may differ from the actual
product depending on the computer model and driver
version.

Disconnect the AC power adapter after turning off the

1

computer.

Select

3

The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery is

4

Advanced

→

Smart Battery Calibration

Touch Pad Mouse On

USB Charge In Sleep Mode Off

USB S3 Wake-up Off
BIOS Adaptive Brightness On

Smart Battery Calibration >

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forcefully discharged. To stop the operation, press the

This operation requires 3–5 hours depending on the battery
capacity and the remaining battery charge.

Esc

key.

Turn the computer back on, and press the F2 key to enter the

2

Setup screen.

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Settings & Upgrade

Battery

Fully charge the battery using the AC adapter before using the
computer for the first time.

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Use only Samsung-approved AC adapters, batteries,
and cables. Unapproved adapters or cables can cause
the battery to explode or damage the computer.

•

Incorrectly connecting the charger may cause serious
damage to the computer.

•

This computer is equipped with an internal battery.
The battery is not user-serviceable or user-replaceable.

•

To safely remove or replace the battery, take the device
to a Samsung Service Center. You will be charged for
this service.

•

You can use the computer while it is charging, but

Charging the battery

Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.

1

Connect the AC adapter to the DC jack of the computer.

2

Plug the power cable into an electric socket.

3

3

2

1

the battery charging time may increase. If the battery
temperature rises too much, the charging may stop as a
safety measure.

To restore the battery power after cutting it, connect the
AC adapter.

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Settings & Upgrade

When the battery is fully charged, the power LED turns green.

4

Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.

Battery status

Move the cursor over the battery icon on the taskbar to view the
current battery charge.

Viewing the current battery charge when the
computer is turned off

Connect or disconnect the AC adapter from the computer to view
the current battery charge when the computer is turned off.

Power LED Status

•

Red

: Charging

•

Green

•

Blue

: Turned on

Unplug it from the electric socket.

5

10:00

2013/7/1

: Fully charged

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Settings & Upgrade

Saving battery power

On the taskbar, select →

Battery saver

Battery saver

connected.

mode is activated.

mode is disabled when the AC adapter is

Battery saver

.

Battery usage time

Batteries are replaceable items and over time the battery’s
capacity to hold a charge and its power level is reduced. If a
battery can only hold its charge for half of the time that it could
when new, it is recommended to purchase a new, replacement
battery.

Checking battery life instruction messages

When the battery has expired, an instruction message may appear
on the screen. To prevent the computer from losing data and to
use the computer safely, follow the on-screen instructions.

When battery expiration is imminent

Batteries are consumable parts and the remaining battery life is
currently low. Continued use may result in charge or discharge
failures. Whether or not batteries can be used is determined
based on safety evaluations. Please replace it with a new battery
(genuine) to prevent data loss and ensure safe usage.

When the battery has expired

Batteries are consumable parts and the current battery cannot be
used as the battery life has expired. Please replace it with a new
battery (genuine) to prevent data loss and ensure safe usage.
Whether or not batteries can be used is determined based on
safety evaluations. To prevent data loss while replacing batteries,
please be sure to save your work first.

Instruction messages related to battery life are displayed
properly when the
installed on your computer. The messages may vary
depending on the model and software version.

Samsung Settings

application is

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The

Samsung Recovery

application may not be

Troubleshooting

Samsung Recovery

When a problem occurs with the computer, it is easy to restore
the computer back to the factory default settings by using the

Samsung Recovery

possible to restore the computer to a previously backed up point.
Back up important data regularly before a problem occurs with
the computer.

application (Recovery/Backup). It is also

provided in models with less than 64 GB of storage. If
you cannot access the Samsung Recovery application,
refer to Windows recovery function.

•

Some functions may differ or may be unavailable
depending on the version. Refer to the application’s
help information.

•

Run the
administrator privileges.

•

The
is not available when using CD/DVD drives.

•

Recovering the computer erases the data or
applications saved after a backup point. Therefore, back
up important data regularly before a problem occurs
with the computer.

•

When you launch the application for the first time, read

Samsung Recovery

Samsung Recovery

application with

application (Recovery/Backup)

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and accept the Terms and Conditions when they display
on the screen.

Troubleshooting

Recovering to factory default

You can restore the computer to its factory default settings. If
necessary, back up important data to an external storage device
before restoring the system. See Backing up the current system.

When the computer starts Windows

1

) →

Select the Start button (

Samsung Recovery

When the computer does not start Windows

Turn on the computer and press the
before the Samsung logo appears.

.

All apps

:

→

Samsung

:

F4

key several times

→

2

Select

Backup Management

→

Factory image

→

Recover

.

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Troubleshooting

Select

3

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery.

4

Recover

.

Backing up the current system

Back up important data to an alternate internal drive or an
external storage device regularly to prevent data loss.

1

Select

Backup Management

→

New backup

.

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