Samsung 300E4A User manual

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User Guide
Getting Started
Using the Computer
Settings and Upgrade
Backup / Restore
Appendix
Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
3Tips
4Before You Start
7Safety Precautions
22 Proper Posture During Computer Use
25 Overview
30 Turning the Computer On and O
Chapter 2. Using the Computer
33 Keyboard
36 Touchpad
43 CD Drive (ODD, Optional)
44 Multi Card Slot (Optional)
47 Connecting an External Display Device
56 Connecting an External Digital Device
57 Adjusting the Volume
60 Wired Network
64 Wireless Network (Optional)
Chapter 3. Settings and Upgrade
69 LCD Brightness Control
71 Easy Settings (Optional)
72 BIOS Setup
74 Setting a Boot Password
77 Changing the Boot Priority
78 Upgrading Memory
80 Battery
86 Using the Security Slot
Chapter 4. Backup / Restore
88 Samsung Recovery Solution (Optional)
Chapter 5. Appendix
101 Important Safety Information
103 Replacement Parts and Accessories
105 Regulatory Compliance Statements
120 WEEE Symbol Information
121 Product Specications
123 Glossary
127 Index

Tips 3
Before You Start 4
Safety Precautions 7
Proper Posture During Computer Use 22
Overview 25
Turning the Computer On and O 30
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Tips
Tip
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The computer is not turning on or does not respond
and displays a blank screen.
Restore the computer using Samsung Recovery Solution.
1. Turn the computer on and press the F4 key when the
booting screen (SAMSUNG logo) appears.
2. The computer will boot up in restore mode after a short
while and Samsung Recovery Solution appears.
3. When the start menu screen appears, click Restore.
The keyboard Fn keys (shortcut keys) do not work.
Install Easy Settings.
I want to restore the computer to the state when it was
purchased.
If you use the Samsung Recovery Solution function, you
can easily and quickly restore the computer to a previous
state even if you do not have a separate OS recovery DVD
or recovery CD.
I want to connect an external monitor, TV or projector.
Connect the display device and the computer with the
monitor and repeatedly press the F4 key while holding
down the Fn key.
The internet connection has slowed down or error
messages appear continuously while using the
Internet.
Restore Internet Explorer to its initial state.
1. Launch Internet Explorer, click Tools > Internet
Options > Advanced > Load defaults.
2. If the Internet Explorer setting again window
appears, select Set again.
3. In the Internet default setting restoration window,
select Close.
This is a compatibility problem between the Hancom
Oce software and Internet Explorer. To resolve this
problem, reinstall Internet Explorer 8 or install Internet
Explorer 7 or earlier.
How can I extend the battery usage time?
The battery usage time may be shortened if you recharge
the battery before it is completely discharged.
To resolve this problem, enter the BIOS Setup and select
Smart Battery Calibration to discharge the battery
completely and then recharge the battery.
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Before You Start
Before reading the User Guide, rst check the following
information.
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.
The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the•
User Manual are those of the representative model of each
series and may dier from the actual appearance of the
product.
This guide decribes procedures for using both the mouse•
and the touchpad.
This manual has been written for the Windows operating•
system. The descriptions and gures may dier depending
on the installed operating system.
The User guide supplied with this computer may vary•
depending on your model.
Using the software
The software described in the main text can be launched•
using the following menu path.
- Start > All Programs
- Start > All Programs > Samsung
When the programs are not installed, select•Samsung
Recovery Solution > System Software to install the
programs. (Only for models supplied with Samsung
Recovery Solution)
Safety Precaution Notations
Icon Notation Description
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with
this symbol, may cause personal injury
and or fatality.
Caution
Failure to follow instructions marked with
this symbol, may cause slight injury to
yourself or damage your property.
Text Notations
Icon Notation Description
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.

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Copyright
© 2011 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
If a problem occurs because of the reinstallation of other
operating systems(OS) or a previous version of a OS pre-installed
on this computer, or a software that does not support the OS, 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.
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 dierence 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
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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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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 suocation.
Safety Precautions
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 or AC adapter
for a long time when the computer is on.
Exposing a part of your body close to the heat
from the vent or AC adapter 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.
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 dier from actual products.
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
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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.
Failure to do so may cause re hazard.
Do not unplug the power cord by pulling
the cable only.
If the cord is damaged, it may cause electric
shock.
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.
Power Related
The power plug and wall outlet gures may dier
depending on the country specications and the product
model.
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.
Safety Precautions
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.

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Connect the power cord to an outlet or
multiple power plug (extended cable) with
a ground terminal.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock.
If water or another substance enters
the power input jack, AC adapter or the
computer, disconnect the power cord and
contact the service center.
If the notebook computer has an external
type (removable) battery, separate the
battery also.
Damage to the device within the computer
may cause electric shock or re hazard.
Keep the power cord or outlet clean so that
they are not covered with dust.
Failure to do so may result in re.
AC Adapter Usage Precautions
Connect the power cord to the AC adapter
rmly.
Otherwise, there is a danger of re due to an
incomplete contact.
Use only the AC adapter supplied with the
product.
Using another adapter may cause the screen to
icker.
Do not place heavy objects or step onto
the power cord or AC adapter to avoid
damaging the power cord or AC adapter.
If the cord is damaged, there is a danger of
electric shock or re.
Warning
Failure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may
cause personal injury and even fatality.
Safety Precautions