Samsung Q30 User Manual
Manual
This manual describes how to use computer as well as information
on Windows, Internet, Upgrade, and Troubleshooting.
Q30 plus
The product images may differ from actual product appearance.
1. Getting Started
Introducing the Computer ..........................................................................1-2
Turning the Computer On and Off..............................................................1-5
Touchpad .................................................................................................1-7
Using the Keyboard ..................................................................................1-9
Status Indicators......................................................................................1-11
Adjusting LCD Brightness.........................................................................1-12
Adjusting the Volume ..............................................................................1-13
Proper Seating Posture During Computer Use ...........................................1-14
2. Introducing Windows
Windows XP Basics...................................................................................2-2
Document Operations................................................................................2-7
Contents
The photographs used in this user manual may be somewhat different in shape and
color to those of your computer depending on the model of your computer.
3. Using The Computer
Using the CD Drive ...................................................................................3-2
Enjoying Home Theater .............................................................................3-7
Using Memory Card Slot ...........................................................................3-9
Using the CF Card Slot............................................................................3-11
Using EasyBox........................................................................................3-12
Using Samsung Smart Screen ..................................................................3-14
Using Samsung Theme ............................................................................3-15
Samsung Update Plus..............................................................................3-16
4. Connecting to the Internet
Connecting to the Internet..........................................................................4-2
Connecting to the Internet Using a Modem .................................................4-3
Configuring the Network Environment Settings for Wired LAN Connections
........4-4
Configuring the Network Environment Settings for Wireless LAN Network (WLAN)
..4-7
Using Samsung Network Manager...........................................................4-16
Using Network Services...........................................................................4-20
Using Bluetooth Devices...........................................................................4-26
5. System Management
Managing Power ......................................................................................5-2
Using the Battery ......................................................................................5-4
Using the Security Lock..............................................................................5-8
Traveling with the Computer.......................................................................5-9
6. Customizing your computer
Using System Setup...................................................................................6-2
Configuring the Password..........................................................................6-4
Changing Booting Priority..........................................................................6-6
Configuring Resolution and Color Depth.....................................................6-7
Using External Display Devices ..................................................................6-8
Checking for Viruses ...............................................................................6-10
7. Recovering the Computer
Restoring the System .................................................................................7-2
Reinstalling Software.................................................................................7-4
Re-Installing Windows...............................................................................7-6
Q&A........................................................................................................7-9
Appendix
System Specifications................................................................................A-2
Wireless LAN Specifications......................................................................A-3
Copyright.................................................................................................A-5
Safety Instructions.....................................................................................A-6
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Getting Started
This chapter provides
basic information
for using this computer.
System overview and
methods for general
use are provided.
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
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Introducing The Computer
Front View
LCD Panel
Keyboard
(P. 1-9)
Status Lights
(LED, P. 1-11)
Touchpad
Button
Touchpad
(P. 1-7)
Memory Card Slot
(P. 3-9)
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Right View
Left View
USB 2.0 Port Network(LAN) Port (P. 4-4)
Power Button
(P. 1-5)
Modem port
(P. 4-3)
CF Card Slot
(P. 3-11)
DC-In Port
USB 2.0 Port
1394 Port (6Pin)
Microphone Jack
Headphone / S/PDIF Jack(Optical)
(P. 3-7)
Moniter Port
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Rear View
Bottom View
Battery
(P. 5-4)
Security Lock Port
(P. 5-8)
Speaker
Battery Latches
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Turning the Computer On and Off
Turning On
1. Insert the battery and connect the power according to the supplied Installation
Guide.
2. Lift up the LCD panel and open it to a comfortable angle.
3. Press and then release the power button to turn the system on.
Turning Off
1. Click the Start button on the Taskbar.
2. Select Turn Off Computer.
3. Click Turn O ff from the [Turn Off Computer] window.
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If the system is not turned off properly due to a system error, press and hold the
power button for more than 4 seconds to turn the system off. After doing so,
when you turn the system on, the system examination program is executed
automatically.
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Since opening the LCD panel by hand might cause damage to the panel, please
use both hands when opening the panel.
Power Button
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Creating and Changing User Accounts
Multiple users can be registered in a single system so that each user may
use their own customized working environment. Procedures to register
and change user accounts are provided below.
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Registering a new user
1. Click Start > Control Panel.
2. Click User Accounts > Create a new account.
3. Type a name for the new account, and click Next.
4. Select the account type and click Create Account.
The new user account has been created.
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Changing users
1. Click Start > Log Off
2. Click Switch User.
3. In the [Windows Log On] window, select the desired user name.
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To delete a user account
1. Click on a user account to delete and click Delete the account.
2. Select either Keep Files or Delete Files, and then click Delete Account.
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Touchpad
Movement of the pointer (arrow) on the screen will correspond to
movement made with a finger on the touchpad.
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Click (Select Function)
Place a finger on the touchpad, move the pointer on the screen to the icon or
item to select, and tap the touchpad once. The click operation is also used to
move the ‘cursor’ during document operations.
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Double-click (Run Function)
Place a finger on the touchpad, move the pointer on the screen to the item to
run, and quickly tap your finger on the touchpad twice.
Or double-click the left touchpad button.
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Locking the touchpad
You can lock the touchpad and use only the keyboard and mouse. To lock the
touchpad function, press the <Fn>+<F9> key combination.
Touchpad buttons
the two buttons below the touchpad provide
identical functions to buttons of a mouse.
Touchpad
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Using the Touchpad Scroll Function
The touchpad has a scroll function, which can be used like the wheel dial of a
wheel mouse. Move up and down along the right edge of the touch pad
(scrolling up and down) or left and right along the bottom edge of the touch pad
(scrolling left and right) to scroll the screen. However, this may not apply to some
programs.
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Drag (Move / Select)
Drag and drop a part to the required
place.
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Using other objects other than a finger for touchpad use will result in touchpad
malfunction and damage. Only use bare fingers.
Operating the touchpad or touchpad button while starting your system may increase
the time required for starting Windows.
To utilize the touchpad buttons for other more diverse functions, please refer to the
Mouse icon in the Control Panel.
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This button is held down
Place the touchpad pointer on the title bar of the window.
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Using the Keyboard
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Special Function Keys: The <Fn> key activates special functions
when pressed in combination with other keys.
Function Keys
<Fn> Key
Numeric Keypad
Screen Brightness and Volume
Adjustment / Direction Keys
Puts the computer into suspended mode.To use the
computer again, press the power button.
Shows the current power source and the remaining battery charge.
Switches the display between the LCD and an external display
device when an external display device is connected. (P. 6-8)
Turns the LCD on and off.
Turns the audio output on and off.
This feature enables you to experience more stereophonic sound. You
can select one of the following modes by pressing the button.
Function
REST
Gauge
LCD/CRT
Backlit
Mute
SRS
Key
Name
Key Combinations
WOW XT ON Mode: Select to listen to music.
TruSurroung XT ON Mode: Select to watch a
movie.
SRS OFF Mode: Switches off the SRS function.
The SRS function is only supported through the
built-in speaker of the computer and the headphones. It is not
supported through the S/PDIF port.
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When using the SRS function, noise may occur
depending on the audio source.
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Windows key
Display start menu.
Application Key
Provides the right button function of the touchpad.
Page Up / Page Down, Direction Keys
Moves to the previous or next page, or moves the location of the cursor on the
screen.
Key
Function
Turns the wireless LAN service on and off for appropriate models.
Turns the touchpad function on and off.
Puts the computer into suspended mode. To use the computer again,
press the power button.
Scrolls the screen up and down while the cursor position
does not change in some applications.
In DOS mode, pauses the scroll of the screen or exits a
running program.
Moves to the beginning of the sentence.
Moves to the end of the sentence.
Increases the audio volume.
Decreases the audio volume.
Turns the LCD screen brighter.
Turns the LCD screen dimmer.
Function
Wireless
LAN
Touchpad
Num Lock
Scroll Lock
Pause/Break
Home
End
Volume Up
Volume
Down
Brightness
Up
Brightness
Down
Key
Name
Key Combinations
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Turns on when the numeric keypad is activated.
Turns on when all alphabet characters you type will be
Turns on when it is set to scroll the screen up and down
while the cursor position does not change in some applications.
Blinks when the hard disk drive is in operation.
Turns on when wireless LAN function is enabled.
(This light does not operate for the models without wireless LAN.)
Green - When the computer is operating on AC power and
the battery is fully charged
Amber - When the computer is operating on AC power and
the battery is being charged.
Off - When the computer is operating on battery power.
Turns blue - when the computer is turned on.
Blinks - when the computer is in Standby mode.
Num Lock
Caps Lock
in upper case.
Scroll Lock
Hard disk drive
Wireless LAN
Charger
Power
DescriptionNameIcon
Status
Indicators
Shows the operating status of the computer.
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Adjusting LCD Brightness
There are 8 levels of LCD brightness (1:Dimmest~8:Brightest).
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To adjust using keyboard
Press < >+< > or < >+< > keys from the keyboard to adjust LCD
brightness. When changed, the current LCD brightness is displayed on the top
left corner of the LCD screen for a few seconds.
Whenever you turn the system on or change the power source the brightness
level changes according to the settings.
when operating on AC power: Brightness Level 8
when operating on battery power: Brightness Level 2
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Adjusting the brightness using the
Battery Manager
You can adjust the screen brightness using the Battery Manager. (P. 5-6)
Maintaining your LCD brightness settings after turning the system
off and on
1. Turn the system on. When the Samsung Logo appears, press the <F2> key
to enter Setup.
2. In the Boot menu, change the Brightness Control Mode option to User
Control.
3. Save the settings and exit Setup.
When using the Battery Manager, only the screen brightness set in 'Custom
Mode' is maintained.
To save the battery charge
When your computer is operating on battery power, adjusting the LCD brightness level to dimmer diminishes the battery power consumption.
Bad pixels in the LCD
The limits of the LCD manufacturing technology allow a maximum of 10
abnormal or bad pixels, which do not affect system performance. This system
may have the same level of abnormal or bad pixels as any other company’s
products.
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Maintenance Instructions
When cleaning the LCD panel, use only computer specific cleaners on a soft
cloth, and lightly wipe in one direction.
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Adjusting the Volume
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To adjust using keyboard
Press < >+< > or < >+< > from the keyboard.
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Using the Volume Control Program
On the taskbar, click the Vol ume ( ) icon, and adjust the slide bars.
For advanced volume control options, double-click the Volume ( ) icon, and
adjust the settings in the [Master Volume] dialog.
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When you turn the system on, a booting noise may occur.
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Proper Seating Posture During Computer Use
The proper seating posture during computer use is provided here.
Maintaining proper posture during computer use enhances performance
and prevents physical bodily harm.
Seating Posture
- Position the chair so that the eyes are slightly higher than the display
panel.
- Straighten the neck and back.
- Place the legs naturally.
- If necessary, use a cushion to provide extra back support.
- Avoid working postures that require twisting the body or neck.
Lighting
- Soft, indirect lighting is recommended.
- Position the display panel so that external light does not reflect off the
screen. Use curtains, if necessary.
Work Habits
- Take periodic breaks and stretch out stiff muscles regularly.
- Look outside the window or at distant objects frequently to relieve strain
on the eyes.
If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level of your knees
and ease the pressure on the thighs.
Introducing Windows
This chapter provides basic
information on using
the computer’s main
operating system
Windows.
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
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Windows XP Basics
Windows is the computer’s main operating system, which needs to be
familiarized with in order for efficiently computer use.
Windows XP Tour
A tour of the elementary functions provided by Windows XP.
Click Start > Tour Windows XP.
Or click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Tour Windows XP.
Click on the topics to find out about important functions of Windows XP.
Click the Title.
An explanation will appear
on the lower part of the screen.
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Chapter 2. Introducing Windows
Understanding the Desktop
The Desktop is the working area on the computer. It consists of the large workspace,
which is more or less the entire the screen and a Taskbar at the bottom.
Start Button Opens the Start Menu.
Taskbar
Displays programs that are currently running.
Frequently used icons can be placed here.
Recycle Bin Deleted files or folders end up here.
Language Bar
Enables switching between English/other languages
text inputs and provides other text input services.
Start Menu
Start Button
Taskbar
System Tray with Clock
Language Bar
Recycle Bin
Desktop Icons
You can directly
launch a program.
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Understanding the Start Menu
The Start Menu includes everything that is required to start Windows.
From the Start Menu it is possible to run a program, open a file, assign system users
with the Control Panel, receive support by clicking Help and Support, and search
desired items from computer or Internet by clicking Search.
Displays the contents of the hard disk, the CD-ROM
drive, the network drive, and floppy disks. It can
also be used to search and open files and folders.
Enables users to configure settings on the
computer.
Provides on-line help, information on Windows
and troubleshooting.
Enables users to search for information in files
or the Internet.
Runs programs or documents.
My Computer
Control Panel
Help and Support
Search
Run
Fixed Items
Internet Browser
Electronic Mail Program
This Folder Stores
Personal Documents
My Computer
Control Panel
Help and Support
Includes All Programs
List of Programs Last Used
The program item and location
may be changed.
Click This Button
to View the Start Menu
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Chapter 2. Introducing Windows
Understanding a Window
A window is the basic component in working with the computer. The My Computer
window, which is a window for the computer’s hard drive, will be used as an example here to show the basic composition of a window.
Click Start > My Computer.
Double-click the hard drive (local disk) to view internal folders and files stored in it. If
the contents do not appear, click Show Contents.
Title Bar
Menu Bar
Quick Task Window
Folder Icon
Close Window Button
Maximize Button
Minimize Button
Click Shared Files or the
Local Disk to view the
folders and files in it.
Folders
Files
What is a Drive? A storage device in which files and folders are
saved in, and read from.
What is a Folder? A folder is used to group and manage files
systematically, and may include files in sub-folders.
It is similar to a bookshelf.
What is a File? A file is a document or various kinds of material
that is generated as a result of program operation.
It is also called data.
To view the entire structure of the drive
Click the Folder Icon in the Toolbar to view the entire structure. Click again to
return to the Quick Task Window.
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Help and Support Center
Help and Support Center provides references and troubleshooting information
regarding computer use.
Click Start > Help and Support.
Related help information
appears when a search
keyword is entered.
Displays Help Index
Help Topics
Troubleshooting Information
Connect to Support Center.
The computer has to be
connected to the Internet
Computer information
can be viewed and
the problem can be
diagnosed.
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Chapter 2. Introducing Windows
Document Operations
To create documents, WordPad or NotePad, which is included in
Windows, or a separate specialized word processor program can be
used, such as MS Word.
Instructions for creating documents using WordPad is provided here.
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Creating a New Document
1. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories> WordPad
2. Create and edit your document. For more information about WordPad,
refer to on-line Help.
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Saving a Document
1. Select File from the Menu, and click Save.
2. Click on the Save in field to specify a folder to save the file in, enter the name
of the file in the File Name field, and click Save.
Save Location
Enter File Name
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Opening a Document
1. Click Start > All programs > Accessories > WordPad.
2. Select File From the Menu, and click Open.
3. Click on the Look in field and specify the folder in which the file is saved.
4. Select the file to open and click Open.
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Printing a Document
To print a document, connect a printer to the computer.
For more information about connecting and configuring a printer, please refer to
the printer manual.
To print a WordPad document
1. Turn on the printer, and insert paper.
2. Open the WordPad file to print.
3. Select File from the Menu and select Print.
4. Click Properties, adjust the printer options accordingly, and click OK.
5. In Print window, click OK to print the document.
Using The Computer
This chapter investigates various
different functions of the computer
and provides information
on using the related application
programs for them.
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Using the CD Drive (optional)
This computer is supplied with an IEEE 1394 external-type CD-RW/DVD-ROM
Combo or DVD Super Multi drive.
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Connecting a CD drive
Connect the CD drive to the IEEE 1394 port.
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To Run a CD
1. Push the eject button on the CD drive.
2. When the tray slides out, place a CD onto it and push down until it clicks.
3. Push the CD tray in gently. The CD will run automatically.
To eject a CD when the CD drive is out of order or the system is turned off, unfold
a paper clip, and insert the unfolded end of the clip into the hole ( ) and
press until the CD tray opens.
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To clean a CD or DVD title, clean the disc with a soft clean cloth by wiping from
the center outwards.
Do not eject the CD while the Status Indicator is on.
IEEE 1394 Port
Emergency Eject HoleStatus Indicator
Eject Button
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Chapter 3.Using The Computer
Using the Windows Media Player
Window Media Player enables you to play and manage audio and video files.
Click Start > Windows Media Player.
Or click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Entertainment > Windows
Media Player.
Running the program the first time displays the set up screen. Define the settings
according to the instructions displayed on the screen.
When you complete the settings, the following screen appears.
Features
Playlist pane
Playback Controls area
To view detailed information on how to use Windows Media Player:
Run Windows Media Player and right-click over the Function Taskbar and select
Help > Windows Media Player Help
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