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User Guide
Chapter 1.
Getting Started
Product Features 2
Before You Start 3
Contents
6
Safety Precautions
7
Proper Posture During Computer Use 21
Important Safety Information
24
Replacement Parts and
Accessories 26
Regulatory Compliance Statements
28
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 40
Overview 41
Front View 41
Status Indicators 42
Right View 43
Left View 44
Back V
iew 45
Bottom V
iew 46
Turning the Computer On and Off 47
Turning the computer on 47
Turning the computer off 47
2
High Performance Notebook Computer
■ AMDTurionUltra/Turion/Athlonprocessor(optional)
■ WirelessLAN,Bluetooth(optional)
Easy-to-Use AV
■ PlayAVStation(optional)isprovidedtoeasilyplayvariousmultimedia
les.
■ CameraModuleInstalled(optional)
Sophisticated Design for Increased Usability
■ Variousshortcutkeysonthekeyboard
■ Multicardslot
■ Luxuriousdesignwithincreasedusability
Note
Optionalitemsmaybechangedormaynotbeprovideddependingon
thecomputermodel.
Product Features
3
Before You Start
BeforereadingtheUserGuide,rstcheckthefollowinginformation.
User Guide Information
ThisproductissuppliedwithanInstallation Guide,anda
User Guide.
Youcanevenmoreeasilyandconvenientlyusethe
computerbyusinganyoftheguidesdependingonyour
needs.
Installation Guide
Thisguideisprovidedsothatyoucanconvenientlyrefer
to
thisguidewhenusingthecomputerforthersttime
afterpurchasingit.
Thisdocumentincludesthecomputercomponentsand
theconnectionprocedures.
User Guide
Youare
currentlyreadingtheUserGuide.Toopenthele
atanytime,double-clicktheiconontheDesktop.
Alternatively, select Start > All Programs > Samsung
>User Guide > User Guide.
Thisdocument includesthecomputerfunctions, how to
usethefunctions,andhowtousetheprogram.
Utilizing the User Guide
Be sure to read the Safety Precautionsbeforeusing
thecomputer.
RefertotheseparatelysuppliedInstallation Guide
wheninstallingyourcomputer.
Refer to the User Guide for the procedures to use the
computer.
Using the IndexoftheUserGuide,youcaneasilynd
anyinformationyouarelookingfor.
Using the GlossaryoftheUserGuide,youcaneasily
ndmeaningsfortechnicalterms.
Ifaproblemoccurs,refertotheQ & Aincludedinthe
UserGuide.
Note
■
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.
■
Images
usedinthisUserGuidemaydifferfrom
actualproduct.
■
This
guidedecribesproceduresforusingboththe
mouseandthetouchpad.
■
The
illustrationsprovidedinthisguideassume
thatyouroperatingsystemisWindowsVista.
Theseillustrationsaresubjecttochange.
■
The
Userguidesuppliedwiththiscomputermay
varydependingonyourmodel.
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Safety Precaution Notations
Icon Notation Description
Warning
Failingtofollowinstructionsmarkedwith
thissymbol,maycausepersonalinjury
andorfatality.
Caution
Failing
tofollowinstructionsmarkedwith
thissymbol,maycauseslightinjuryto
yourselfordamageyourproperty.
Text Notations
Icon Notation Description
Before
You Start
Content
includedinthissectionincludes
informationrequiredbeforeusinga
function.
Caution
Content
includedinthissectionincludes
informationrequiredaboutthefunction.
Note
Content
includedinthissectionincludes
helpfulinformationtousethefunction.
Page XX
This notation represents the page
number
youcanrefertoforinformation
aboutrelatedfunctionsorasa
reference.
Start > All
Programs >
Samsung > User
Guide > User
Guide
This represents a menu path to run a
program.
Click
theStartbuttonandthenselectAll
Programs > Samsung > User Guide >
User Guide
inthisorderfromthemenu.
Copyright
© 2008 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.
Precautions for Operating System Support
Theoperatingsystem(OS)installedonthisproductisthelatest
versionofWindowsVista.
Otheroperatingsystems(Windows98,WindowsME,Windows
2000,Windows2003server,UNIXandLINUX,otherWindows
Vistaversions,etc.)otherthantheoperatingsystemalready
installedonthiscomputerarenotsupported.
Ifaproblemoccursbecauseoftheinstallationofanother
operatingsystem,thecompanywillnotprovidetechnical
support,areplacementorrefund,andifourserviceengineer
visitsyouduetothisproblem,aservicechargewillbeapplied.
Inaddition,installingaprogramthatdoesnotsupportWindows
Vista,maycausetheprogramtonotworkproperly.
Inthiscase,askthecorrespondingsoftwaremanufacturerabout
theproblem.Ifyourequestourservicestoresolveaproblem
causedbyincompatiblesoftware,aservicechargewillbe
applied.
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About the Product Capacity Representation Standard
About HDD 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.
(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Solutionmay
resideinahiddenareaoftheHDD.
About Memory Capacity Representation
ThememorycapacityreportedinWindowsislesser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)
TheactualcapacityofstoragedevicecanbecheckedintheMainmenuoftheBIOSSetup,accessiblebypressingF2keyduringboot.
ForfurtherinstructionsonhowtoentertheBIOSSetup,referto"BIOSSetup"intheUserGuide.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
Product Features 2
Before You Start 3
Contents
6
Safety Precautions
7
Proper Posture During Computer Use 21
Important Safety Information
24
Replacement Parts and
Accessories 26
Regulatory Compliance Statements
28
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 40
Overview
41
Front V
iew 41
Status Indicators 42
Right View 43
Left View 44
Back View 45
Bottom View 46
Turning the Computer On and Off 47
T
urning the computer on 47
Turning the computer off 47
Chapter 2. Using the Computer
Keyboard 49
Touchpad 52
CD Drive (ODD, Optional)
55
Inserting
andEjectingaCD 55
BurningaCD 56
Multi Card Slot 58
ExpressCard Slot
61
Connecting a monitor / TV
62
Connecting
aMonitor 62
ConnectingaTV 63
ViewingThroughaMonitor/TV 64
UsingDualView 67
Adjusting the Volume 69
Chapter 3. Using Microsoft
Windows Vista
About Microsoft Windows Vista 72
WelcomeCenter 72
HelpandSupport 73
Windows Vista Screen Layout 74
Desktop 74
StartMenu 76
Sidebar/Gadget 78
Window 81
Control Panel 84
Opening
theControlPanel 84
UserAccounts 86
PhishingFilter 91
Usercontrolfunction 93
WindowsMobileCenter 95
Chapter 4. Using the Network
Wired Network 97
Wireless Network 100
Connecting
toaWirelessLAN 101
Using the Easy Network Manager
(Optional)
102
Network
Settings 102
UsinginAnotherLocation 104
DiagnosingtheNetworkStatus 105
Connecting with a Modem (Optional) 106
Bluetooth (Optional)
107
Bluetooth
Function 107
UsingBluetooth 108
Chapter 5. Using Applications
Introducing Programs 113
CyberLink DVD Suite (Optional) 116
Play AVStation (Optional)
119
LaunchingandScreenLayouts 119
MovieStation 120
MusicStation 124
PhotoStation 128
Play Camera (Optional) 132
Samsung Update Plus (Optional)
133
McAfee SecurityCenter (Optional)
135
InstallingMcAfee 135
UsingMcAfee 136
Using Samsung Magic Doctor
(Optional)
139
Reinstalling Software
141
Chapter 6. Settings and Upgrade
LCD Brightness Control 144
BIOS Setup 145
Entering the BIOS Setup 145
The BIOS Setup Screen 147
Setting a Boot Password 149
Changing the Boot Priority
151
Upgrading Memory
152
Battery
154
Installing/Removing
theBattery 154
ChargingtheBattery 155
MeasuringtheRemainingBattery
Charge 155
ExtendingtheBatteryUsageTime 156
Using the Security Lock Port 159
Chapter 7. Windows Media Center
About Package Contents and the
Program Guide 161
Connecting and Setting Up Media
Center
162
Connecting
Devices 162
MediaCenterSetup 163
Using Media Center 165
Start
ScreenLayout 165
Pictures+Videos 166
Music 170
TV+Movies 174
Chapter 8. Appendix
Reinstalling Windows Vista 180
Q & A 184
Display
Related 184
SoundRelated 185
ModemRelated 186
WiredNetwork(LAN)Related 188
WirelessNetwork(WLAN)Related 189
GameandProgramRelated 193
Bluetooth 194
Other 195
Try the Microsoft Ofce Trial Demo
Free for 60 Days (Optional)
196
Product Specications
198
Glossary
208
Index
212
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE
213
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Installation Related
Do not install the product in places
exposed to humidity such as a
bathrooms.
T
hereisadangerofelectric
shock.Usetheproductwithinthe
operatingconditionsspeciedinthe
ManufacturersUserGuide.
Keep the plastic bags out of the
reach of children.
T
here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.
T
hismayincreasetheinternal
temperatureofthecomputerandmay
causeaninjury.
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
m
alfunctionordamagetotheproduct
willoccur.
Avoid exposing any part of your
body to the heat from the computer
vent for a long time when it is on.
E
xposingapartofyourbodytothe
heatfromthevent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.
I
ftheventisblocked,thereisa
danger of damaging the computer or
o
verheatingtheinsideofthecomputer.
Warning
Failingtofollowinstructionsmarkedwiththissymbolmaycausepersonalinjuryandevenfatality.
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product.
N/PVer1.4
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Power Related
Do not touch the mains plug or
power cord with wet hands.
T
here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.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockor
rehazard.
If the power cord or power outlet
makes a noise, disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet and
contact a service center.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockor
rehazard.
Do not use a damaged or loose
mains plug or power cord or power
outlet.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockor
rehazard.
Plug the power cord rmly into the
power outlet and AC adapter.
F
ailingtodosomaycauserehazard.
Do not unplug the power cord out
by pulling the cable only.
I
fthecordisdamaged,itmaycause
electricshock.
The power plug and wall outlet gures may differ depending on the country specications and the
product model.
9
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.
I
fthecordisdamaged,itmaycause
electricshockorre.
If water or another substance enters
the power input jack, AC adapter or
the computer, disconnect the power
cord and contact the service center.
D
amagetothedevicewithinthe
computermaycauseelectricshockor
rehazard.
Do not place heavy objects or step
onto the power cord or AC adapter
to avoid damaging the power cord
or AC adapter.
I
fthecordisdamaged,thereisa
dangerofelectricshockorre.
Use only the AC adapter supplied
with the product.
U
singanotheradaptermaycausethe
screentoicker.
AC Adapter Usage
Precautions
10
Connect the power cord to the AC
adapter rmly.
O
therwise,thereisadangerofredue
toanincompletecontact.
Keep the battery out of the reach of
infants and pets, as they could put
the battery into their mouths.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockor
choking.
Authorized
Parts
Use an authorized battery and AC
adapter only.
Pl
easeuseanauthorizedbattery
andadapterapprovedbySamsung
Electronics.
U
nauthorizedbatteriesandadapters
maynotmeetthepropersafety
requirementsandmaycauseproblems
ormalfunctionsandresultinan
explosionorre.
Battery Usage Related
11
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 room with oor heating as it may
cause the computer to overheat.
T
a
ke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explosion.
Do not use the computer in a humid
location such as a bathroom or
sauna.
Ple
aseusethecomputerwithinthe
recommended temperature and
humidityrange(10~35ºC,20~80%
RH).
Power Off
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
re.Shutthecomputerdownproperly
beforemovingit.
Never heat the battery or put the
battery into a re. Do not put or use
the battery in a hot location such as
a sauna, inside a vehicle exposed to
the heat, and so on.
T
h
ereisadangerofanexplosionor
re.
12
Take care not to allow metal objects
such as a key or clip to touch the
battery terminal (metal parts).
I
fametalobjecttouchesthebattery
terminals,itmaycauseexcessive
currentowanditmaydamagethe
battery,orresultinare.
If liquid leaks out of the battery or
there is a funny smell coming from
the battery, remove the battery from
the computer and contact a service
center.
T
hereisadangerofanexplosionor
re.
To use the computer safely,
replace a dead battery with a new,
authorized battery.
Please charge the battery fully
before using the computer for
the rst time.
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Usage Related
Disconnect all cables connected to
the computer before cleaning it. If
you are using a notebook computer,
remove the battery.
T
here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.
T
hereisadangerofaelectricshock,
reordamagetotheproduct.
Do not place any container lled
with water or chemicals over or near
the computer.
I
fwaterorchemicalsenterthe
computer,thismaycausereor
electricshock.
If the computer is broken or
dropped, disconnect the power cord
and contact a service center for a
safety check.
U
singabrokencomputermaycause
electricshockorrehazard.
Avoid direct sunlight when the
computer is in an air-tight location
such as inside a vehicle.
T
hereisadangerofarehazard.
Thecomputermayoverheatandalso
presentopportunitytothieves.
14
Upgrade Related
Never disassemble the power
supply or AC adapter.
T
here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.
T
hereisadangerofchoking.Ifachild
hasswallowedit,contactadoctor
immediately.
Use only authorized parts (multi-
plug, battery and memory) and
never disassemble parts.
There is a danger of damaging the
p
roduct,electricshockorrehazard.
Shut down the computer and
disconnect all cables before
disassembling the computer. If there
is a modem, disconnect the phone
line. If you are using a notebook
computer, make sure to remove the
battery.
F
ailingtodoso,maycauseelectric
shock.
15
Custody 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.).
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.
I
faheavyobjectispressedagainst
thenotebookcomputer,awhitestop
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
a
wayfromtheotherobjects.
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Caution
Failingtofollowinstructionsmarkedwiththissymbolmaycauseslightinjuryordamagetotheproduct.
Battery Usage Related
Dispose of worn-out batteries
properly.
-
Thereisadangerofre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.
T
hismaycauseaninjury,reor
explosion.
Use only a battery authorized by
Samsung Electronics.
F
ailingtodosomaycausean
explosion.
Installation Related
Do not block the ports (holes), vents,
etc. of the product and do not insert
objects.
D
amagetoacomponentwithinthe
computermaycauseelectricshockor
re.
When using the computer with it
lying on its side, place it so that the
vents face upwards.
F
ailingtodoso,maycausetheinternal
temperature of the computer to rise and
t
hecomputertomalfunctionorhalt.
Do not place a heavy object over the
product.
T
hismaycauseaproblemwiththe
computer.Inaddition,theobjectmay
fallandcauseinjury,ordamagethe
computer.
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Usage Related
Do not place a candle, lighted cigar,
etc. over or on the product.
T
hereisadangerofre.
Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a
grounding part.
F
ailingtodosomaycauseelectric
shockhazard.
Make sure to have the product
tested by a safety service engineer
after repairing the product.
A
uthorized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re.
In case of lightning, immediately
turn the system off, disconnect the
power cord from the wall outlet and
line do not use a modem or phone.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockor
re.
Do not use your computer and AC-
Adapter on your lap or soft surfaces.
I
fthecomputertemperatureincreases,
thereisadangerofburningyourself.
Connect only permitted devices
to the connectors or ports of the
computer.
F
ailingtodoso,maycauseelectric
shockandre.
Close the LCD panel only after
checking if the notebook computer
is turned off.
T
hetemperaturemayriseanditmay
causeoverheatinganddeformationof
theproduct.
Avoid contact with metal objects
such as car keys or clips when
keeping or carrying a battery.
C
ontactwithametalmaycause
excessivecurrentandahigh
temperatureandmaydamagethe
batteryorcauseare.
Charge the battery according to the
instructions in the manual.
F
ailingtodoso,maycausean
explosionorrefromdamagetothe
product.
Do not heat the battery or expose it
to heat (e.g. inside a vehicle during
the summer).
T
hereisadangerofexplosionorre.
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Do not press the Eject Button while
the Floppy Disk/CD-ROM drive is in
operation.
Y
oumightlosedataandthediskmight
besuddenlyejectedandcouldcause
aninjury.
Take care not to drop the product
while using it.
T
hismaycausepersonalinjuryorloss
ofdata.
Do not contact the antenna with
electricity facility such as the power
outlet.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshock.
When handling computer parts,
follow the instructions on the
manual supplied with the parts.
F
ailingtodoso,maycause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. If your
computer is a notebook computer,
make sure to remove the battery.
T
hereisadangerofre.
Do not use a damaged or modied
CD/Floppy Disk.
There is a danger of damaging the
p
roductorpersonalinjury.
Do not insert your ngers 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.
F
ailingtodosomaycauseelectric
shockorre.
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 is stopped.
T
hereisadangerofinjury.
Do not place your face close to the
Optical Disk Drive tray when it is
operating.
T
hereisadangerofinjuryduetoan
abruptejection.
Check CDs for cracks and damage
prior to use.
I
tmaydamagethediscandcause
disorderofdeviceandinjuryofuser.
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Upgrade Related
Take care when touching the
product or parts.
T
hedevicemaybedamagedoryou
maybeinjured.
Take care not to throw or drop a
computer part or device.
T
hismaycauseinjuryordamagetothe
product.
Make sure to close the computer
cover before connecting the power
after a reassembly.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockif
yourbodytouchesaninternalpart.
Use parts authorized by Samsung
Electronics only.
F
ailingtodoso,maycausereor
damagetheproduct.
Never disassemble or repair the
product by yourself.
T
hereisadangerofelectricshockor
re.
To connect a device that is not
manufactured or authorized by
Samsung Electronics, enquire
at your service center before
connecting the device.
There is a danger of damaging the
product.
Custody and Movement
Related
When moving the product, turn
the power off and separate all
connected cables rst.
T
heproductmightbedamagedor
usersmaytripoverthecables.
For long periods of not using the
notebook computer, discharge
the battery and preserve as it is
detached.
T
hebatterywillbepreservedatitsbest
condition.
Do not operate or watch the
computer while driving a vehicle.
T
hereisadangerofatrafcaccident.
Pleaseconcentrateondriving.
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