Samsung XE300TZC User Manual

Overview

Top View

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										1	Power Button			Turns the computer on and off.
										2	Power Button LED			When the computer is on, the power
														button LED is lit.
										3	Volume Control			Controls the volume.
1 2 3				4		5		6
											Button
										4	Microphone			You can use the built-in microphone.
										5	Micro SD Card Slot			This slot is for micro SD cards.
										6	SIM Card Slot			This slot is for SIM cards.
											(Optional)

Overview

Rear View

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1 2							Using this camera, you can take still pictures
				1		Camera	and record video.
							You can take a picture or make a movie
							using the Charms > Start > Camera.
3
2						Camera Flash	Used when taking photos.
3						NFC Antenna	Provides NFC features for near field
							communication for various application
						(Optional)	services.

To replace the rear case, contact the local service center. Note that the replacement rear case does not have the model name/logo/part number on the surface.

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

Turning the Computer On and Off

Turning the computer on

1 Connect the AC adapter.

2 Press and hold the Power button for a moment to turn the computer on.

3 Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on.

LED

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About Windows Activation

When you turn the computer on for the first time, the Windows activation screen appears.

Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on the screen to use the computer.

When you turn on the computer for the first time, the factory date settings are displayed. Set your local time and date.

This model returns to the factory date settings if the battery is completely discharged.

Adjusting the screen brightness

When the computer runs on battery power, the LCD brightness is automatically set to low.

Slightly drag from the right edge of the screen toward the
1 center to display the Charms menu.
2 Increase the bar by pressing the Settings	> Screen		.

Turning the Computer On and Off

Turning the computer off

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

•• Save all your data before clicking on Shut down.

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Slightly drag from the right edge of the screen toward the
1 center to display the Charms menu.
2 Click Settings	> Power	> Shut down.

If you want to power off your computer when you are logged out, unlock the screen and click Power > Shut down.

Chapter 2.

Using Windows 8

What is Microsoft Windows 8?	32
Screen At a Glance	33
Using the Charms	35
Using Apps	37
Windows Hot Key Function	41

What is Microsoft Windows 8?

Microsoft Windows 8 (hereafter referred to as Windows) is an operating system that is required for operating a computer.

To use your computer optimally, you need to know how to use it properly. Therefore, It is better to learn how to use Windows by utilizing Windows Help and Support.

•• The screen may appear somewhat different depending on the model and the operating system.

•• Since this guide has been prepared based on Windows 8, some of the instructions may differ depending on the version. It may also be modified without prior notice.

Displaying Help

Move the pointer on the screen to the top or bottom right edge of the screen to view the Charm menu.

Alternatively, slightly drag the right edge inward with your finger to view the Charm menu.

Select Charm menu > Settings > Help.

If you are connected to the internet, you can access the most recent online Help.

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Searching for Help



You can view basic instructions on how to use Get Started your computer including new function(s) for the

Windows OS.

Internet & After connecting to the network, you can check networking the Help section required to use the internet.

Security, privacy, You can check the Help information required

& accounts to protect your computer and personal information.

Screen At a Glance

Windows 8 provides both the new Start screen mode and the Desktop mode of the existing OS.

Start Screen

Desktop

Start Screen

When you turn on the computer, the Start screen is displayed, which allows you to use the applications (Application, App, hereafter referred to as an App) at the same location.

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1	Start Screen	Refers to the default Start screen of Windows 8.
2	App	Refers to the apps that are currently installed.
		The Charms is hidden at the right of the
		screen. Place your mouse pointer at the edge
	Displaying the	of the top or bottom right of the screen to
3		display the Charms.
	Charms	Alternatively, slightly drag the right edge
		inward with your finger to view the Charm
		menu.
4	User Account	This refers to the currently used user account.
5	Charms	This refers to the menu that allows you to use
		functions such as Search, Share, Start, Device
		and Settings.
6	Desktop	Switches to Desktop mode.
7	Camera	Allows you to take pictures or make a movie.

Screen At a Glance

Desktop

This provides similar functions to those provided by the Desktop in prior Windows versions.

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2

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	1		Desktop	Refers to the Desktop.
				The Charms is hidden at the right of the
				screen. Place your mouse pointer at the edge
		Displaying the		of the top or bottom right of the screen to
	2			display the Charms.
			Charms
				Alternatively, slightly drag the right edge

inward with your finger to view the Charm menu.

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3	Charms		This refers to the menu that allows you to use
			functions such as Search, Share, Start, Device
			and Settings.
4	Switching to the		Click the corner of the bottom left of the
	Start Screen		screen to switch to the Start screen.
Displaying Documents and Files
Click Windows Explorer in the taskbar on the Desktop				to
search for documents and files.

Using the Charms

The Charms is a new type of menu that combines the Start menu with the Control Panel of existing Windows.

The Charms allows you to quickly configure the device(s) connected to your computer, search for App(s)/file(s), and use the sharing function, etc.

Activating the Charms

Slightly drag the right edge inward with your finger to view the

Charm menu.

Alternatively, tap the top or bottom right edge of the screen to view the Charm menu.

Displaying

the Charms

Menu

Charms

Displaying

the Charms

Menu

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Search

If you want to search for a program or file in the App(s)/ Settings/File(s), simply enter a keyword in the Search charm and start Search.

You can also search within an App or on the Web.

	You can use this menu to transfer a picture or file to
	another user. You can easily share pictures or files with
Share	other users simply by associating multiple Apps with the
	Share charm.

				You can move to the Start screen.
		Start
				As this allows you to move directly to a desired device,
				you can handle tasks such as importing pictures from
	Device			a digital camera, streaming a video to your TV or
				transferring files to a device on the current screen.
				The Settings charm allows you to perform basic tasks
				such as adjusting the volume, turning off the PC, etc.
				If you select the Settings charm while a specific App is
	Settings running, the settings for the currently running App are
				displayed.