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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
18
Important Safety Information
21
Replacement Parts and
Accessories 23
Regulatory Compliance Statements
25
WEEE SYMBOL
INFORMATION 35
Overview
36
Front View 36
Status Indicators 37
Right V
iew 38
Left V
iew 39
Back V
iew 40
Bottom V
iew 41
Turning the Computer On and Off 42
Turning the computer on 42
Turning the computer off 42
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High Performance Notebook Computer
■ IntelCore™2DuoProcessor.
■ WirelessLAN,Bluetooth(Optional)
■ IntelTurboMemory(Optional)
Easy-to-Use AV
■ PlayAVStation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.T
oopenthe
leatanytime,double-clicktheiconontheDesktop.
Alternatively,selectStart > All Programs > Samsung >
User Guide > User Guide.
Thisdocumentincludesthecomputerfunctions,howto
usethefunctions,andhowtousetheprograms.
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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)
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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
18
Important Safety Information
21
Replacement Parts and
Accessories 23
Regulatory Compliance Statements
25
WEEE SYMBOL
INFORMATION 35
Overview
36
Front V
iew 36
Status Indicators 37
Right View 38
Left View 39
Back View 40
Bottom View 41
Turning the Computer On and Off 42
T
urning the computer on 42
Turning the computer off 42
Chapter 2. Using the Computer
Keyboard 44
Touchpad 47
CD Drive (ODD, optional)
50
Inserting
andEjectingaCD 50
BurningaCD 51
Multi Card Slot 52
ExpressCard Slot
55
Connecting a monitor / TV
56
Connecting
aMonitor 56
ConnectingaTV 57
ViewingThroughaMonitor / TV 58
UsingDualView 59
Adjusting the Volume 61
Intel T
urbo Memory Device (Optional) 63
Check
beforeinstallinganother
operatingsystemsuchasWindowsXP64
Q&A 65
Chapter 3. Using Microsoft
Windows Vista
About Microsoft Windows Vista 67
WelcomeCenter 67
HelpandSupport 68
W
indows Vista Screen Layout 69
Desktop 69
StartMenu 71
Sidebar/Gadget 73
Window 76
Control Panel 79
Opening
theControlPanel 79
UserAccounts 81
PhishingFilter 86
Usercontrolfunction 88
WindowsMobileCenter 90
Chapter 4. Using the Network
Wired Network 92
Wireless Network 95
Connecting
toaWirelessLAN 96
Using the Easy Network Manager
(Optional)
97
Network
Settings 97
UsinginAnotherLocation 99
DiagnosingtheNetworkStatus 100
Connecting with a Modem (Optional) 101
Bluetooth (Optional)
102
Bluetooth
Function 102
UsingBluetooth 103
Chapter 5. Using Applications
Introducing Programs 108
CyberLink DVD Suite (Optional) 111
Play
AVStation (Optional) 114
Launching
andScreenLayouts 114
MovieStation 115
MusicStation 119
PhotoStation 123
Play Camera (Optional) 127
Samsung Update Plus (Optional)
128
McAfee SecurityCenter (Optional)
130
InstallingMcAfee 130
UsingMcAfee 131
Using Samsung Magic Doctor
(Optional)
134
Reinstalling Software
136
Chapter 6. Settings and Upgrade
LCD Brightness Control 139
BIOS Setup 140
Entering
theBIOSSetup 140
TheBIOSSetupScreen 142
Setting a Boot Password 144
Changing the Boot Priority
146
Upgrading Memory
147
Battery
149
Installing/Removing
theBattery 149
ChargingtheBattery 150
MeasuringtheRemainingBattery
Charge 150
ExtendingtheBatteryUsageTime 151
Using the Security Lock Port
154
Chapter 7. Windows Media Center
About Package Contents and the
Program Guide 156
Connecting and Setting Up Media
Center
157
Connecting
Devices 157
MediaCenterSetup 158
Using Media Center 160
Start
ScreenLayout 160
Pictures+Videos 161
Music 165
TV+Movies 169
Chapter 8. Appendix
Reinstalling Windows Vista 175
Q & A 179
Display
Related 179
ModemRelated 180
WiredNetwork(LAN)Related 182
WirelessNetwork(WLAN)Related 183
GameandProgramRelated 187
Bluetooth 188
Other 190
Product Specications 191
Glossary
201
Index
204
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Installation Related
Do not install the product in
places exposed to humidity such
as a bathrooms.
There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.
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.
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.
Avoid exposing any part of
your body to the heat from the
computer vent for a long time
when it is on.
Exposing
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.
If
theventisblocked,thereisa
danger of damaging the computer
or
overheating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guresmaydifferfromactualones.
N/PVer1.3
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Power Related
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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.
There
isadangerofelectricshock
orrehazard.
Do not use a damaged or loose
main plug or power cord or
power outlet.
There
isadangerofelectricshock
orrehazard.
Plug the power cord rmly into
the power outlet and AC adapter.
Failing
todosomaycausere
hazard.
Do not unplug the power cord
out by pulling the cable only.
If
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.
If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.
Damagetothedevicewithinthe
computermaycauseelectric
shockorrehazard.
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.
Battery Usage Related
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Usage Related
Disconnect all cables connected
to the computer before cleaning
it. If you are cleaning a notebook
computer, remove the 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,reordamagetothe
product.
Do not place any container lled
with water or chemicals over or
near the computer.
If
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.
Using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.
There
isadangerofarehazard.
Thecomputermayoverheatand
alsopresentopportunitytothieves.
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Upgrade Related
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.
Use only authorized parts (multi-
plug, battery and memory) and
never disassemble parts.
There is a danger of damaging
the
product,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
disassembling notebook
computer, make sure to remove
the battery.
Failing
todoso,maycauseelectric
shock.
12
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.
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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.
Installation Related Battery Usage 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re.
When using the computer with
it lying on its side, place it so
that the vents face upwards.
Failing
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.
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.
This
maycauseaninjury,reor
explosion.
Use only a battery authorized by
Samsung Electronics.
Failing
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re.
Charge the battery according to
the instructions in the manual.
Failing
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).
There
isadangerofexplosionor
re.
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Usage Related
Do not place a candle, light cigar,
etc. over or on the product.
Thereisadangerofre.
Use a wall outlet or multi-plug
with a grounding part.
Failing
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
mightcauseanelectricshockor
re.
In case of lightning, immediately
turn the system off, disconnect
the power cord from the wall
outlet and phone line from
modem. Do not use a modem or
phone.
There
isadangerofelectricshock
orre.
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.
Failing
todoso,maycauseelectric
shockandre.
Close the LCD panel only
after checking if the notebook
computer is turned off.
The
temperaturemayriseand
itmaycauseoverheatingand
deformationoftheproduct.
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.
This
maycausepersonalinjuryor
lossofdata.
Do not touch the antenna with
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.
Failing
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.
There
isadangerofre.
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Do not use a damaged or
modied CD/Floppy Disk.
There is a danger of damaging the
product
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.
Failing
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.
There
isadangerofinjury.
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
disorderofdeviceandinjuryof
user.
Take care when touching the
product or parts.
Thedevicemaybedamagedor
youmaybeinjured.
Take care not to throw or drop
a computer part or device.
This
maycauseinjuryordamage
totheproduct.
Make sure to close the
computer cover before
connecting the power after a
reassembly.
There
isadangerofelectric
shockifyourbodytouchesan
internalpart.
Use parts authorized by
Samsung Electronics only.
Failing
todoso,maycausereor
damagetheproduct.
Upgrade Related
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Never disassemble or repair
the product by yourself.
Thereisadangerofelectric
shockorle.
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.
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 preserve as it is
detached.
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trafc
accident.Pleaseconcentrateon
driving.
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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anydatacausedby
acustomer'scarelessusageor
badenvironmentalconditions.
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.
■ Movingorcausinganimpact
tothecomputerwhilethehard
diskdriveisoperating,may
causeles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.
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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chairsothatyourheeliscomfortably
placedontheoor.
■ 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wrist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
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(RSI:RepetitiveStrainInjury)fromrepeatedoperationsmayincreaseandserious
physicalharmmaybecaused.
Note
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.
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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.
Hand Position
Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the gure.
■ 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connectinganexternalkeyboard
andmousewhenusingthecomputerforlongperiods
oftime.
50cm
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