Samsung NP940X3GK04US, NP940X3GK01US, NP940X3GK02US User Manual

User Manual

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This user manual describes procedures for using the

About this manual

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This user manual is specially designed to detail the computer’s functions and features.

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The user manual supplied with the computer may vary depending on the model.

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Please read this manual before using the computer to ensure safe and proper use.

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Optional items, some devices and software referred to in the user manual may not be provided or subject to upgrades. Note that the computer environment referred in the user manual may not be the same as your environment.

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Descriptions are based on the computer’s default settings and Windows 8.1 operating system. Available features and additional services may vary by computer or operating system.

touchpad, mouse, and touch screen. Instructions for using the touch screen are for models with the touch screen feature.

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Images and screenshots are those of the representative model of the series and may differ in appearance from the actual product.

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Content may differ from the final product and is subject to change without prior notice. For the latest version of the manual, refer to the Samsung website,

www.samsung.com

About this manual

Instructional icons and expressions

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or

others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to the computer or other equipment

Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information

The order of options or menus you must select to perform a step. For example, select the (represents select the

Select Click or touch. For example, when using a mouse or

touchpad, select

Settings

charm and then

means click

charm →

Settings

Power

. When

or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written permission of Samsung Electronics.

Computer specifications or the contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of the computer’s functions.

using a touch screen, it means touch

Settings

About this manual

Trademarks

HDMI, the HDMI logo, and the term High Definition Multimedia

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Samsung and the Samsung logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

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Intel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation.

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Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.

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Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. worldwide.

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Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED the Wi-Fi Alliance.

, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of

™

Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Samsung has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

About this manual

Caution for the data

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

Operating system 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

Product capacity representation

Storage capacity representation

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. For example, 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.

computer may not start.

Recommended screen resolutions

The recommended screen resolution for Windows is “FHD” (1,920x1,080) and for Windows 8.1 is “QHD+” (3,200x1,800).

If you set the resolution higher than the recommended value, it may result in problems with some applications, due to limitations of the operating system.

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

Table of contents

Applications

69 Using applications

Troubleshooting

93 Recover/Backup

Getting started

7 Layout 14 Charging the battery 17 Turning the computer on

and off

19 Unlocking the screen

Windows

20 About Windows 23 Start screen 25 Desktop 27 The Charms 30 Applications 36 Microsoft account 36 Store

Basics

37 Touch screen 46 Keyboard 49 Touchpad 53 LCD brightness 55 Volume 56 Setup utility (BIOS)

Network & Internet

62 Wired LAN 65 Wireless LAN 67 Mobile broadband

(Wireless WAN, optional)

70 Settings 71 Software Update 72 Support Center 73 S Player+ 73 Samsung Kies 74 HomeSync Lite 74 SideSync 75 TPM security solution

(optional)

External devices

85 External CD/DVD drive 87 Memory card 90 External display 92 Slim security slot

100 Windows recovery

function

100 Q&A

Appendix

105 Product specifications 106 Ergonomic tips 110 Battery 112 Safety precautions 125 Important safety

information

128 Replacement parts and

accessories

130 Regulatory compliance

statements 147 WEEE symbol information 149 Samsung package Take-

Back program 150 TCO certified (for

corresponding models

only)

Getting started

Number/Name Description

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Takes photos or videos.

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Camera

Use the camera application on

Start

the

screen to take photos or

Layout

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Features or options may differ depending on the model.

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Optional parts referred to in the manual may not be provided or changed by the manufacturer.

Front view

Light sensor

LCD/Touch screen

videos.

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This sensor detects the ambient illumination of the computer. If the ambient illumination becomes dark, the LCD becomes dimmer and the keyboard 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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Do not cover the sensor.

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Displays the user interface.

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Recognizes touches on the screen. (Only for models with the touch screen.)

Getting started

Number/Name Description

Power button

Touchpad

Keyboard

Microphone Camera indicator

light

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Press to turn the computer on.

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Move the cursor and click options.

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Works actions as those of a mouse.

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Press keys to enter data.

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Use the built-in microphone.

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Indicates the camera status.

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Operating indicator light

Number/Name Description

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Turns on when the computer is

Power LED

Charge status

turned on.

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Shows the battery’s charging status.

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Red

charging is in progress

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Green

complete or the battery is not installed

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Off

: When the AC adapter is disconnected and the computer is running on the battery

Orange

: When charging is

: While

Getting started

Right view

1 2 3

Number/Name Description

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Connect external display devices that support a 15-pin analog

Monitor port

Ear-set/Headset jack

USB 3.0 port

Slim security slot

connector.

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You can connect a VGA adapter (optional).

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Connect a headset or ear-set.

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Connect a USB device.

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Secure the computer by connecting an optional lock and cable to it.

Getting started

Left view

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Number/Name Description

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Connect the AC adapter to supply

DC jack

Chargeable USB

3.0 port (optional)

Micro HDMI port

Wired LAN port

Memory card slot

the power to the computer.

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Connect and charge a USB device.

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Connect external display devices that support HDMI.

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Connect an Ethernet cable to this port when connecting to the Internet via a wired LAN. Use a LAN adapter (optional) to connect to a wired LAN.

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Insert a memory card into the slot.

Getting started

About the chargeable USB port

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It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a USB device.

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The battery power level may be reduced when charging a USB device while the computer is powered by the battery.

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The charging status of the USB device is not displayed on the computer.

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To turn on the chargeable function while the computer is turned off:

Open the Management

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This feature may not be available with some USB devices.

Settings

→

USB Charging → ON.

application and select Power

Getting started

Bottom view

Number/Name Description

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The internal heat of the computer is emitted through these holes.

Fan vents

Internal battery

Speaker

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If the vents are blocked the computer may overheat. Avoid blocking the vents as this may be dangerous.

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Provides power to the computer when not connected to an AC adapter.

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

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Emits sound from the computer.

After replacing the bottom of the computer, the model name, serial number and some logos on will no longer be present. For more information, contact the Samsung Service Center to request assistance.

Getting started

Charging the battery

Charge the battery before using it for the first time. Use the AC adapter to charge the battery.

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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.

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Incorrectly connecting the charger may cause serious

Plug the power cable into an electric socket.

damage to the computer.

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

Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.

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

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When charging is complete, the charge status turns green.

Charge LED

Status

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Red or Orange: Charging

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Green: Fully charged

After charging, disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.

Unplug it from the electric socket.

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

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

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You can use the computer while it is charging, but the battery charging time may increase. If the battery temperature rises too much, the charging may stop as a safety measure.

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No color: AC adapter not connected

Getting started

Battery status

Move the cursor over the battery icon on the taskbar to view the current battery charge when disconnecting the AC adapter from the computer.

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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.

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Battery usage time

Batteries are replacement 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.

When not using the battery for extended periods, charge the battery to 30-40% of full charge before storing it. This extends battery life.

Getting started

Turning the computer on and off

Turning on

Before turning on the computer, charge the battery.

Open the LCD panel.

Press the Power button.

The Power LED turns on.

Activate Windows by following the on-screen instructions.

The Windows activation screen appears only when turning on the computer for the first time.

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To adjust the brightness of the screen, see LCD brightness.

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To adjust the sound, see Volume.

Getting started

Turning off

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Save all the data before turning off the computer.

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Since the procedures to turn the computer off may

To open the Charms, do one of the following:

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Touch screen

touch screen.

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Touchpad/Mouse

right edge of the screen.

Start Start

Select the

Settings

: Swipe inward from the right edge of the

: Move the cursor to the upper- or lower-

charm →

Power

→

Shut down

differ depending on the installed operating system, please turn the computer off according to the procedures for the purchased operating system.

Getting started

Turning off on the desktop

To select the Start button, do one of the following:

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Touch screen

lower-left edge of the desktop.

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Mouse

edge of the desktop.

Select

: Right-click the Start button ( ) at the lower-left

Shut down or sign out→ Shut down

: Touch and hold the Start button ( ) at the

Unlocking the screen

To unlock the lock screen, do one of the following:

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Touch screen

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Mouse

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Keyboard

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Touchpad

: Click the lock screen.

: Swipe the lock screen from bottom to top.

: Press any key.

: Tap the touchpad.

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If the account has a password, enter the password to log in after unlocking the screen.

Windows

Help

To access the help, do one of the following:

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Keyboard

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Touch screen

: Press the F1 key.

: Swipe inward from the right edge of the touch

About Windows

Microsoft Windows is an operating system that is used to control a computer. For optimal use of the computer, learn how to use the operating system properly. It is best to learn how to use Windows by using

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Windows Help and Support

Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system.

This manual is designed for Windows 8.1 and content may differ depending on the OS version.

The image displayed on the desktop screen may differ between models and OS versions.

, and

Help+Tips

screen to open the Charms and select the

Help

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Mouse

the screen to open the Charms and select the

→

: Move the cursor to the upper- or lower-right edge of

Help

Settings

charm →

charm

Windows

Help+Tips

On the

Start

screen, select

Help+Tips

You can control Windows menus with the mouse or with gestures.

Windows

Screens in Windows 8.1

The following two screens are provided: the desktop.

Start

Start screen

Start

screen and the

Desktop

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Windows

Start screen

Launch applications on the

Start

turned on, the

Start

screen is displayed first.

Start

screen. When the computer is

Number/Name Description

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Opens the Charms that are hidden at the right of the screen.

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To open the Charms, do one of the following:

Open the

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Charms

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User account

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The Charms

Touch screen

the right edge of the touch screen.

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Touchpad/Mouse

cursor to the upper- or lower-right edge of the screen.

Refers to the currently-used user account.

Refers to the menu that allows you to search, share, connect to devices, configure settings or switch to the

: Swipe inward from

: Move the

Start

screen.

Windows

Number/Name Description

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The Start button can be accessed only with the mouse. Move the cursor to the lower-left edge of the screen to

Start button

Desktop

App tiles

view the Start button ( button to switch to the most recent application screen or the desktop. Right-click this button to access other Windows features, such as shutting down the system or opening the Control Panel.

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The application screen appears where the list of applications installed on the computer is displayed. The application screen can be accessed only with the touchpad or mouse.

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Switches to the desktop.

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Refers to the tiles of installed applications.

). Click the

Windows

Desktop

The desktop provides a layout that is similar to earlier versions of Windows.

On the

Start

screen, select

Desktop

from the tiles.

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Number/Name Description

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Opens the Charms that are hidden at the right of the screen.

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To open the Charms, do one of the following:

Open the

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Charms

Touch screen

the right edge of the touch screen.

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Touchpad/Mouse

cursor to the upper- or lower-right edge of the screen.

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Refers to the menu that allows you to search, share, connect to devices,

The Charms

configure settings or switch to the

Start

screen.

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Move to the

: Swipe inward from

: Move the

Start

screen. Right-click or

Start button

touch and hold this button to access Windows features, such as shutting down the system or opening the Control Panel.

Windows

Using the Start button

Touch and hold or right-click the Start button ( ) to quickly and conveniently access various features of Windows.

Number Name

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Control Panel

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File Explorer

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Power menu

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Start button

Windows

The Charms

The Charms let you search, share links and photos, connect devices, and change settings. The Charms functions available may

Start

differ between the

Opening the Charms

To open the Charms, do one of the following:

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Mouse

the screen.

: Move the cursor to the upper- or lower-right edge of

screen and the desktop or applications.

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Keyboard

key.

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Touchpad

: Hold down the Windows key ( ) and press the C

: Swipe inward from the right edge of the touchpad.

Start

Windows

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Touch screen

: Swipe inward from the right edge of the touch

screen.

Start Start

Learning about the Charms

Use the following Charms to control the computer:

Charm Description

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Search for applications, files, or websites by entering keywords.

Start

Devices

Settings

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Share various files with others.

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Return to the

Start

screen or open the

most recent application.

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Connect devices, such as printers or displays or sync files with a mobile device.

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Configure the computer, set application options, or add accounts. See Settings charm.

Windows

Settings charm

To configure the computer, open the Charms and then select the

Settings

Option Description

charm → an option.

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Network

Volume Brightness

Notifications

Power

Keyboard Change PC

settings

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Connect the computer to a network to use the Internet or share files with other devices.

Adjust the volume level. Set the brightness of the screen.

Set the interval at which an application sends notices.

Turn off the computer or select power options.

Set a language to enter text. Change more settings and

personalize the computer.

Windows

Applications

Opening or closing applications

On the

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Start

screen, select an application icon to open it.

Touchpad/Mouse

desktop to view all applications.

Touch screen

: Select at the lower-left edge of the

: Swipe upwards on the touch screen.

Closing an application

Running multiple applications at the same time can slow down the performance of some applications or consume the battery power fast. Close applications not in use to save battery power and maintain performance.

Move the cursor to the top of the application screen until the

cursor changes to a hand shape.

Click and hold the hand shape and drag it to the bottom of

the screen.

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