Samsung NP900X3D-A02US, NP900X4C-A01US, NP900X3E-A03US, NP900X3D-A01US User Manual

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User Guide

Samsung NP900X3D-A02US, NP900X4C-A01US, NP900X3E-A03US, NP900X3D-A01US User Manual

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting Started

3

Before You Start

6

Safety Precautions

21

Proper Posture During Computer Use

24

Overview

30

Turning the Computer On and Off

Chapter 2. Using Windows 8

33What is Microsoft Windows 8?

34Screen At a Glance

36 Using the Charms

38 Using Apps

41 Windows Hot Key Function

Chapter 3. Using the computer

43

Keyboard

46

Touchpad

50

External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)

52

Multi Card Slot (Optional)

55

Connecting an External Display Device

59

Adjusting the Volume

61LCD Brightness Control

62Wired Network

66 Wireless Network (Optional)

68Mobile broadband (Wireless WAN, Optional)

69Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)

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78 Using the Multimedia App (Optional)

82Samsung Software Update

83Diagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting

Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade

85 BIOS Setup

87 Setting a Boot Password

90Changing the Boot Priority

91Battery

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

96 Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)

103 Reinstalling Windows (Optional)

106 Q&A

Chapter 6. Appendix

111 Important Safety Information

113 Replacement Parts and Accessories

115 Regulatory Compliance Statements

128WEEE Symbol Information

129Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program

130TCO Certified (for corresponding models only)

131Product Specifications

133 Glossary

137 Index

Chapter 1.

Getting Started

Before You Start

3

Safety Precautions

6

Proper Posture During Computer Use

21

Overview

24

Turning the Computer On and Off

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Before You Start

Before reading the User Guide, first check the following information.

•• Optional items, some devices and software referred to in the User Guide may not be provided and/or changed by upgrade.

Note that the computer environment referred in the User Guide may not be the same as your own environment.

•• The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the User Manual are those of the representative model of each series and may differ from the actual appearance of the product.

•• This guide decribes procedures for using both the mouse and the touchpad.

•• This manual has been written for the Windows 8 operating system. The descriptions and figures may differ depending on the installed operating system.

•• The User guide supplied with this computer may vary depending on your model.

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Using the software

•• From the Start Screen, right-click any area and select All apps in the bottom right corner.

Then, click a desired program.

Or you can simply launch Quick Starter to do the same.

•• You can install Quick Starter from SW Update.

Before You Start

Safety Precaution Notations

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and or fatality.

 

 

 

 

 

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yourself or damage your property.

 

 

 

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Content included in this section includes

 

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Content included in this section includes

 

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Copyright

© 2013 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. owns the copyright of this manual.

No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, without the consent of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice due to improving the performance of the product.

Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any data loss. Please take care to avoid losing any important data and backup your data to prevent any such data loss.

OS and Software Support

If you change the product’s factory OS (Operating System) to another OS or if you install software which is not supported by the product’s original factory OS, you will not receive any technical support, product exchange or refund. And a fee will be charged when requesting a service.

Please use your computer with the original factory OS. If you install an OS other than the factory OS, data may be deleted or the computer may not start.

Before You Start

About the Product Capacity Representation

Standard

About the capacity representation of the storage

The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1KB=1,000 Bytes.

However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage device capacity assuming that 1KB=1,024 Bytes, and therefore the capacity representation of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the actual capacity due to the difference in capacity calculation.

(E.g. For a 80GB HDD, Windows represents the capacity as 74.5GB, 80x1,000x1,000x1,000 byte/(1,024x1,024x1,024)byte = 74.505GB)

In addition, the capacity representation in Windows may be even smaller because some programs such as Recovery may reside in a hidden area of the HDD.

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About Memory Capacity Representation

The memory capacity reported in Windows is less than the actual capacity of memory.

This is because BIOS or a video adapter uses a portion of memory or claims it for further use.

(E.g. For 1GB(=1,024MB) memory installed, Windows may report the capacity as 1,022MB or less)

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 pictures may differ from actual products.

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Installation Related

Do not install the product in places exposed to humidity such as bathrooms.

There is a danger of electric shock. Use the product within the operating conditions specified in the Manufacturers User Guide.

Keep the plastic bags out of the reach of children.

There is a danger of suffocation.

Keep a distance of 15cm or more between the computer and the wall and do not place any objects between them.

This may increase the internal temperature of the computer and may cause an injury.

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Do not install the computer on a slant or a place prone to vibrations, or avoid using the computer in that location for a long time.

This increases the risk that a malfunction or damage to the product will occur.

Be careful that people are not exposed to the computer’s ventilator, adapter, etc., as they generate heat over a long period of time when your PC is powered on.

Exposing a part of your body close to the heat from the vent or AC adapter for long periods of time may cause a burn.

Avoid blocking the vent at the bottom or side of the computer when using it on a bed or cushion.

If the vent is blocked, there is a danger of damaging the computer or overheating the inside of the computer.

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Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Power Related

The power plug and wall outlet figures may differ depending on the country specifications and the product model.

Do not touch the main plug or power cord with wet hands.

There is a danger of electric shock.

Do not exceed the standard capacity (voltage/current) of a multiplug or power outlet extension when using it for the product.

There is a danger of electric shock or fire hazard.

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If the power cord or power outlet makes a

G

noise, disconnect the power cord from the

 

wall outlet and contact a service center.

 

There is a danger of electric shock or fire

 

hazard.

Do not use a damaged or loose main plug or power cord or power outlet.

There is a danger of electric shock or fire hazard.

Plug the power cord firmly into the power outlet and AC adapter.

Failure to do so may cause fire hazard.

Do not unplug the power cord by pulling the cable only.

If the cord is damaged, it may cause electric shock.

Do not bend the power cord excessively or do not place a heavy object over the power cord. It is especially important to keep the power cord out of reach of infants and pets.

If the cord is damaged, it may cause electric shock or fire.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Connect the power cord to an outlet or multiple power plug (extended cable) with a ground terminal.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

When the power supply is ungrounded, the current may leak resulting in electric shock.

If water or another substance enters the power input jack, AC adapter or the

computer, disconnect the power cord and contact the service center.

If the notebook computer has an external type (removable) battery, separate the battery also.

Damage to the device within the computer may cause electric shock or fire hazard.

Keep the power cord or outlet clean so that they are not covered with dust.

Failure to do so may result in fire.

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AC Adapter Usage Precautions

Connect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly.

Otherwise, there is a danger of fire due to an incomplete contact.

Use only the AC adapter supplied with the product.

Using another adapter may cause the screen to flicker.

Do not place heavy objects on top of or step onto the power cord or AC adapter to avoid damaging the power cord or AC adapter.

If the cord is damaged, there is a danger of electric shock or fire.

Unplug the wall-mount AC adapter (adapter and plug intergrated type) from the wall outlet while holding the body and pulling it in the direction of the arrow.

If you unplug the adapter by holding and pulling the cable, the adapter may be damaged and an electric shock, explosive sound or spark may occur as a result.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Battery Usage Related

Please charge the battery fully before using the computer for the first time.

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 electric shock or choking.

Use an authorized battery and AC adapter only.

Please use an authorized battery and adapter approved by Samsung Electronics.

Unauthorized batteries and adapters may not meet the proper safety requirements and may cause problems or malfunctions and result in an explosion or fire.

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Do not use the computer in a badly ventilated location such as on bedding, on a pillow or cushion, etc, and do not use it in a location such as a room with floor heating as it may cause the computer to overheat.

Take care that the computer vents (on the side or the bottom) are not blocked especially in these environments. If the vents are blocked, the computer may overheat and it may cause a computer problem, or even an explosion.

Do not use the computer in a humid location such as a bathroom or sauna.

Please use the computer within the recommended temperature and humidity ranges (10 - 32ºC (50 - 90ºF), 20 - 80% RH)

Do not close the LCD panel and put the computer into your bag to move it when it is still turned on.

If you put the computer into your bag without turning it off, the computer may overheat and there is a danger of fire. Shut the computer down properly before moving it.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Never heat the product (or battery) or put the product (or battery) into a fire. Do not put or use the product (or battery) in a hot location such as a sauna, inside a vehicle exposed to the heat, and so on.

There is a danger of an explosion or fire.

Take care not to allow metal objects such as a key or clip to touch the battery terminal (metal parts).

If a metal object touches the battery terminals, it may cause excessive current flow and it may damage the battery, or result in a fire.

If liquid leaks out of the product (or battery) or there is a funny smell coming from the product (or battery), remove the the product (or battery) the computer and contact a service center.

There is a danger of an explosion or fire.

To use the computer safely, replace a dead battery with a new, authorized battery.

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Cutting the Power to the Internal Battery (for corresponding models only)

•• For products with built-in batteries, customers cannot remove the battery.

•• In the case of flooding, lightning or explosions, you can cut the battery power by inserting an object such as a paper clip into the [Emergency Hole] at the bottom of the computer.

•• Disconnect the AC adapter and insert an object such as a paper clip into the hole at the bottom of the computer to cut the battery power.

In the case of flooding, lightning or explosions, cut the battery power, do not reconnect the AC adapter, and immediately contact Samsung Electronics so that the appropriate countermeasures can be taken.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

•• Thereafter, if you connect the AC adapter, the battery power will be supplied again.

•• Do not cut the battery power under normal conditions.

•• This may result in data loss or a product malfunction.

The location of the Emergency Hole may differ depending on the model.

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Usage Related

Disconnect all cables connected to the computer before cleaning it. If your notebook is an external & removable battery type, remove the external battery.

There is a danger of electric shock or damage to the product.

Do not connect a phone line connected to a digital phone to the modem.

There is a danger of a electric shock, fire or damage to the product.

Do not place any container filled with water or chemicals over or near the computer.

If water or chemicals enter the computer, this may cause fire or electric shock.

If the computer is broken or dropped, disconnect the power cord and contact a service center for a safety check.

If the notebook computer has an external type (removable) battery, separate the battery also.

Using a broken computer may cause electric shock or fire hazard.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Avoid direct sunlight when the computer is in an air-tight location such as inside a vehicle.

There is a danger of a fire hazard. The computer may overheat and also present opportunity to thieves.

Do not use your computer for long periods of time while any part of your body is making direct contact with it. The temperature of the product may increase during normal operation.

This may result in harming or burning your skin.

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Upgrade Related

Be sure to upgrade the computer by yourself only if you have sufficient knowledge and ability.

If this is not the case, ask for assistance from the service center or an authorized engineer for the upgrade.

Be sure to upgrade only the parts specified in the user manual according to the procedures described in the user manual.

Do not disassemble any other parts or devices by yourself. There is a danger of a electric shock, fire or damage to the product.

Never disassemble the power supply or AC adapter.

There is a danger of electric 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.

Safety Precautions

Warning

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.

Before upgrading the computer, be sure to shutdown the computer first and then separate all connected cables. If the notebook computer has an external type (removable) battery, separate the battery, too.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock.

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Security and Movement Related

Follow the instructions for the relevant location (e.g., airplane, hospital, etc.) when using a wireless communication device (wireless LAN, Bluetooth, etc.).

Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. Security devices with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands.

The airport security devices that check car- ry-on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use x-rays instead of magnetism and will not damage a drive.

When carrying the notebook computer with other items, such as the adapter, mouse, books, etc, take care not to press anything against the notebook computer.

If a heavy object is pressed against the notebook computer, a white spot or stain may appear on the LCD. Therefore, take care not to apply any pressure to the notebook.

In this case, place the notebook computer in a separate compartment away from other objects.

Safety Precautions

Caution

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.

Installation 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 computer with it lying on its side, place it so that the vents face upwards.

Failure to do so may cause the internal temperature of the computer to rise and the computer to malfunction or halt.

Do not place a heavy object over the product.

This may cause a problem with the computer. In addition, the object may fall and cause injury, or damage the computer.

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Battery Usage Related

Dispose of worn-out batteries properly.

•• There is a danger of fire or explosion.

•• The battery disposal method may differ depending on your country and region. Dispose of the used battery in an appropriate way.

Do not throw or disassemble the battery and do not put it into water.

This may cause an injury, fire or explosion.

Use only a battery authorized by Samsung Electronics.

Failure to do so may cause an explosion.

Avoid contact with metal objects such as car keys or clips when keeping or carrying a battery.

Contact with a metal may cause excessive current and a high temperature and may damage the battery or cause a fire.

Charge the battery according to the instructions in the manual.

Failure to do so may cause an explosion or fire from damage to the product.

Do not heat the product (or battery) or expose it to heat (e.g., inside a vehicle during the summer).

There is a danger of explosion or fire.

Safety Precautions

Caution

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.

Usage Related

Do not place a candle, light a cigar, etc. over or on the product.

There is a danger of fire.

Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a grounding part.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock hazard.

Make sure to have the product tested by a safety service engineer after repairing the product.

Authorized Samsung Repair Centers will carry out safety checks after a repair. Using a repaired product without testing it for safety may cause an electric shock or fire.

In case of lightning, immediately turn the system off, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and phone line from the modem. Do not use a modem or phone.

There is a danger of electric shock or fire.

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Do not use your computer and AC-Adapter on your lap or soft surfaces.

If the computer temperature increases, there is a danger of burning yourself.

Connect only permitted devices to the connectors or ports of the computer.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock and fire.

Close the LCD panel only after checking if the notebook computer is turned off.

The temperature may rise and cause overheating and deformation of the product.

Do not press the Eject Button while the CD-ROM drive is in operation.

You might lose data and the disk might be suddenly ejected and could cause an injury.

Do not drop or knock the product.

This may result in injury or damage to the data.

Do not touch the antenna with an electricity facility such as the power outlet.

There is a danger of electric shock.

When handling computer parts, follow the instructions on the manual supplied with the parts.

Failure to do so may cause damage to the product.

Safety Precautions

Caution

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.

If the computer emits smoke, or there is a burning smell, disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet and contact a service center immediately. If your notebook is an external & removable battery type, remove the external battery.

There is a danger of fire.

Do not use a damaged or modified CD.

There is a danger of damaging the product or personal injury.

Do not insert your fingers into the PC Card Slot.

There is a danger of injury or electric shock.

Use recommended computer cleansing solution when cleaning the product and only use the computer when it is completely dried.

Failure to do so may cause electric shock or fire.

Emergency disk eject method using paperclip should not be used while the disk is in motion. Make sure to use the emergency disk eject method only when the Optical Disk Drive has stopped.

There is a danger of injury.

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Do not place your face close to the Optical Disk Drive tray when it is operating.

There is a danger of injury due to an abrupt ejection.

Check CDs for cracks and damage prior to use.

It may damage the disc and cause problems with the device and injury to the user.

Do not leave the product in a location exposed to magnetic fields.

•• A magnetic field may cause the product to work abnormally or the battery to discharge.

•• The information saved on the magnetic tape of a credit card, phone card, bankbook, transportation tickets and so on can be damaged by a computer’s electromagnetic field.

Safety Precautions

Caution

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.

Upgrade Related

Carefully touch a part or device of the product.

Failing to do so may result in damage to the product or injury.

Take care not to throw or drop a computer part or device.

Failing to do so may result in damage to the product or injury.

After the disassembly, be sure to close the cover and then connect the power.

Failing to do so may result in an electric shock from the exposed circuit.

Use parts authorized by Samsung Electronics only.

It may damage the product or result in fire.

Never disassemble or repair the product by yourself.

If the product is modified, disassembled or repaired by the user, the warranty is expired, a service fee will be charged and there is a danger of an accident.

Be sure to use an authorized Samsung Electronics service center.

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To connect a device that is not manufactured or authorized by Samsung Electronics, inquire at your service center before connecting the device.

There is a danger of damaging the product.

Security and Movement Related

When moving the product, turn the power off and separate all connected cables first.

The product might be damaged or users may trip over the cables.

For long periods of not using the notebook computer, discharge the battery and separate the battery from the computer (for external & removable battery type).

The battery will be preserved at its best condition.

Do not operate or watch the computer while driving a vehicle.

There is a danger of a traffic accident. Please concentrate on driving.

Safety Precautions

Caution

Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.

Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk Management)

Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive.

•• 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.

•• Take extra care, because moving the computer or an impact on the computer when it is turned on may damage the data of the hard disk drive.

•• The company is not liable for any loss of data on the hard disk drive.

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Causes that may damage the data of a hard disk drive and the hard disk drive itself.

•• The data may be lost when an external impact is applied to the disk while disassembling or assembling the computer.

•• The data may be lost when the computer is turned off or reset by a power failure while the hard disk drive is operating.

•• The data may be lost and irrecoverable due to a computer virus infection.

•• The data may be lost if the power is turned off while running a program.

•• Sudden impact or movement to the computer while the hard disk drive is operating may cause files to be corrupted or bad sectors on the hard disk.

To prevent data loss due to damage to the hard disk drive, please backup your data frequently.

Safety Precautions

Using the Power Supply in an Airplane

Since the power outlet type differs depending on the type of airplane, connect the power appropriately.

Since the representative figures of the power plug and the auto adapter are used, they may differ from the actual parts.

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When Using the AC Power Plug

Connect the power plug pins perpendicular into the center of the power outlet.

•• If the plug pins are not inserted into the center of the holes, the plug pins are only inserted up to half their length. In this case, reconnect the power plug.

•• You have to insert the power plug into the outlet when the power indicator (LED) of the power outlet is lit green. If the power is connected properly, the power indicator (LED) remains green.

Otherwise, the power indicator (LED) is turned off. In this case, unplug the power, check if the power indicator (LED) is green, and then reconnect the power plug.

Power Indicator (LED)

Center

Holes

220V Power Plug

110V Power Plug

Good Example

Wrong Example

Safety Precautions

When Using the Auto Adapter

When a cigar socket is provided, you have to use the auto adapter (optional). Insert the cigar plug of the auto adapter into the cigar socket and connect the DC plug of the auto adapter to the power input port of the computer.

Auto Adapter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DC Plug

Cigar Plug

In-flight Cigar Socket

When Using the Airplane Charging Coverter

Depending on the airplane, you have to use the auto adapter and charging converter. Connect the airplane charging converter (optional) to the auto adapter (optional) and then insert the airplane power input jack into the power outlet.

Charging

Converter

Connect the airplane power 2 input jack to the power

outlet of the airplane.

1 Connect this end to the auto adapter.

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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 developed through human engineering. Please read and follow them carefully when using the computer.

Otherwise, the probability of repetitive strain injury (RSI) from repeated operations may increase and serious physical harm may be caused.

•• The instructions in this manual have been prepared so that they can be applied within the coverage of general users.

•• If the user is not included in the coverage, the recommendation is to be applied according to the user’s needs.

Proper Posture

Adjust the heights of desks and chairs appropriate to your height.

The heights are to be adjusted so that your arm forms a right angle when you place your hand over the keyboard while sitting down on a chair.

Adjust the height of the chair so that your heels are comfortably placed on the floor.

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•• Do not use the computer while you are lying down, but only while you are sitting down.

•• Do not use the computer on your lap. If the computer temperature increases, there is a danger of burning yourself.

•• Work while keeping your waist straight.

•• Use a chair with a comfortable back.

•• Keep the center of your leg weight not on the chair but on your feet when you are sitting on a chair.

•• To use the computer while talking over the telephone, use a headset. Using the computer with the phone on your shoulder is bad for posture.

•• Keep frequently used items within a comfortable work range (where you can reach them with your hands).

Proper Posture During Computer Use

Eye Position

Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least 50cm.

•• Adjust the height of the monitor and the LCD screen so that its top height is equal to or lower than your eyes.

•• Avoid setting the monitor and LCD excessively bright.

•• Keep the monitor and LCD screen clean.

•• If you wear glasses, clean them before using the computer.

•• When entering contents printed on a paper into the computer, use a static paper holder so that the height of the paper is almost equal to that of the monitor.

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Hand Position

Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure.

•• Keep the line from your elbow to your hand straight.

•• Do not place your palm over the keyboard while typing.

•• Do not hold the mouse with excessive force.

•• Do not press the keyboard, touchpad or mouse with excessive force.

•• It is recommended to connect an external keyboard and mouse when using the computer for long periods of time.

Proper Posture During Computer Use

Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers)

Check your volume first to listen to music.

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Use Time (Break Time)

•• Take a break for 10 minutes or more after a 50-minute period when working for more than one hour.

Check your volume!

•• Check if the volume is too loud before using headphones.

•• It is not recommended using headphones for long periods of time.

•• Any deviation from the equalizer default setting could cause hearing impairment.

•• The default setting can be changed through software and driver updates without your intervention. Please check the equalizer default setting before first usage.

Illumination

•• Do not use the computer in dark locations. The illumination level for computer use must be as bright as for reading a book.

•• Indirect illumination is recommended. Use a curtain to prevent reflection on the LCD screen.

Operation Condition

•• Do not use the computer in hot and humid locations.

•• Use the computer within the allowed temperature and humidity range specified in the User Guide.

To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.

Overview

Front View

•• The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the User Manual are those of the representative model of each series. Therefore the colors and appearance of the pictures may differ from the actual appearance of the product depending on the model.

•• The actual color and appearance of the computer may differ from the pictures used in this guide.

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Using this camera, you can take still

1

Camera (Optional)

pictures and record video.

You can take a picture or make a movie

 

 

 

 

 

 

using the Charms > Start > Camera.

 

 

 

 

2

Camera operating

This indicates the camera operating

 

indicator

status.

 

 

 

 

3

LCD

The screen images are displayed here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shows the operating status of the

 

Status indicators and

computer.

4

The corresponding operating LED is

 

sensors (Optional)

lit when the corresponding function

 

 

 

 

 

 

operates.

 

 

 

 

 

Power Button /

Turns the computer on and off.

5

When the computer is on, the power

Power Button LED

 

 

 

button LED is lit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Keyboard

A device to enter data by pressing the

keys.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Touchpad/

The touchpad and touchpad buttons

provide functions similar to the mouse

 

Touchpad Buttons

ball and buttons.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

Status indicators and sensors (Optional)

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This shows the power source and the battery

 

 

charge status.

 

 

Green: When the battery is fully charged or

 

Charge Status

the battery is not installed.

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/ Red or orange: When the battery is being

 

 

charged.

 

 

Off: When the computer is running on

 

 

battery power without being connected to

 

 

AC adapter.

 

 

 

 

 

This sensor detects the ambient illumination of

 

 

the PC.

 

Illumination

If the ambient illumination becomes dark,

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the LCD becomes dimmer and the keyboard

Sensor

(Optional)

backlight is lit.

On the contrary, if the ambient illumination

 

 

becomes brighter, the LCD becomes brighter

 

and the keyboard backlight is turned off.

 

 

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2

3

4

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Multi Card Slot

A card slot supports multi cards.

 

1

 

(Optional)

 

SIM Card Slot

This slot is for SIM cards.

 

 

 

 

 

(Optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

Microphone

You can use the built-in microphone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A port used to connect a monitor, TV

 

 

 

or projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB

3

Monitor Port

interface.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can connect a VGA adapter

 

 

 

(optional).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Ear-set / headset

This is the jack for connecting an ear-set or

Jack

headset.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

USB Port

You can connect USB devices to the USB

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port such as a keyboard/mouse, digital

 

 

 

camera, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

 

 

 

 

1

Multi Card Slot

A card slot supports multi cards.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A port used to connect a monitor, TV or

2

Monitor Port

projector supporting a 15pin D-SUB interface.

You can connect a VGA adapter

 

 

 

 

(optional).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

You can connect USB devices to the USB port

 

USB 3.0 Port

such as a keyboard/mouse, digital camera,

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etc.

 

 

For Windows XP, the USB 3.0 feature may be restricted.

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What is a chargeable USB port?

•• USB device accessing and charging functions are supported.

•• The USB charging function is supported regardless of whether the power is turned on or off.

•• Charging a device through a chargeable USB port may take longer than general charging.

•• Using the Chargeable USB function when the computer is running on battery power reduces the battery usage time.

•• The user cannot evaluate the charging status of the USB device from the computer.

•• This may not be supported for some USB devices.

•• You can turn the Chargeable USB function ON/OFF by selecting the Settings > Power Management > USB Charging option. (Optional)

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DC Jack

 

 

A jack to connect the AC adapter that

 

 

supplies power to the computer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a chargeable USB port that can be

 

 

 

 

 

used to connect and charge a USB device.

 

 

 

 

 

When the AC adapter is connected, it

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Chargeable USB 3.0

may be inconvenient to use the USB

port. In this case, purchase and use

Port

 

 

 

 

 

a USB 3.0 extension cable or use the

 

 

 

 

 

USB ports on the right side.

 

 

 

 

 

For Windows XP, the USB 3.0 feature

 

 

 

 

 

may be restricted.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Micro HDMI Port

This is the port for a micro HDMI.

3

You can enjoy digital video and audio by

 

(Optional)

 

 

connecting the computer to a TV.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connect the Ethernet cable to this port.

4

Wired LAN Port

You can use wired LAN by using the

 

 

 

 

 

LAN adapter (Optional).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overview

Left View

For 15 inch models

1

2

3

4

5 6

What is a chargeable USB port?

•• USB device accessing and charging functions are supported.

•• The USB charging function is supported regardless of whether the power is turned on or off.

•• Charging a device through a chargeable USB port may take longer than general charging.

•• Using the Chargeable USB function when the computer is running on battery power reduces the battery usage time.

•• The user cannot evaluate the charging status of the USB device from the computer.

•• This may not be supported for some USB devices.

•• You can turn the Chargeable USB function ON/OFF by selecting the Settings > Power Management > USB Charging option. (Optional)

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1

DC Jack

 

 

A jack to connect the AC adapter that

 

 

supplies power to the computer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This is a chargeable USB port that can be

 

 

 

 

 

used to connect and charge a USB device.

 

Chargeable USB 2.0

When the AC adapter is connected, it

2

may be inconvenient to use the USB

Port

port.

 

 

 

 

 

In this case, purchase and use a USB

 

 

 

 

 

extension cable or use the USB ports

 

 

 

 

 

on the right side.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Ear-set / headset

This is the jack for connecting an ear-set

 

Jack

or headset.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Micro HDMI Port

This is the port for a micro HDMI.

4

You can enjoy digital video and audio by

 

(Optional)

 

 

connecting the computer to a TV.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connect the Ethernet cable to this port.

5

Wired LAN Port

You can use wired LAN by using the

 

 

 

 

 

LAN adapter (Optional).

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

Microphone

You can use the built-in microphone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This hole is to cut the power supply to

 

 

the battery. Insert and press one end of

 

 

an unfolded paper clip into the hole it to

 

 

cut the power to the battery.

 

Battery Emergency

For more information, refer to About

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the function to cut the power supply

Hole

to the internal battery in the Safety

 

 

Precautions.

 

 

The location of the Emergency

 

 

Battery Hole may differ depending

 

 

on the model.

 

 

 

2

Speaker

A device used to generate sound.

 

 

 

If you replace the bottom of the product, the model name, serial number and some logos etched into the bottom of the product will no longer be there.

For more information, please ask for assistance from the service center.

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