Samsung NP-Q310I User manual

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.

4

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

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.

11

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.

13

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.

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