Samsung N128 User manual

User Guide
SAMSUNG N128/N138
The image shown on the cover may differ
from the product.

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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
Cautions Regarding OS Support 6
Before You Start 7
Safety Precautions 9
Proper Posture During Computer Use 20
Important Safety Information 23
Replacement Parts and Accessories 25
Regulatory Compliance Statements 27
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 41
Basic Items 42
Overview 43
Front View 43
Status Indicators 44
Right View 45
Left View 46
Back View 47
Bottom View 47
Turn on the computer 48
Attaching the Battery 48
Connect the AC adapter 48
Turn on the computer 49
Using Sleep Mode 50
Chapter 2. Using the computer
Keyboard 52
Touchpad 55
CD Drive (ODD, Optional) 56
Connecting the CD Drive 56
Inserting and Ejecting a CD 57
Multi Card Slot 58
Adjusting the Volume 60
Chapter 3. Settings and
Upgrade
LCD Brightness Control 62
BIOS Setup 63
Entering the BIOS Setup 63
The BIOS Setup Screen 64
Setting a Boot Password 66
Changing the Boot Priority 68
Upgrading Memory 69
Battery 71
Installing/Removing the Battery 71
Charging the Battery 72
Measuring the Remaining Battery
Charge 72
Extending the Battery Usage Time 73
Using the Security Lock Port 75
Chapter 4. Appendix
Product Specications 78

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Chapter 1.
Getting Started
Cautions Regarding OS Support 6
Before You Start 7
Safety Precautions 9
Proper Posture During Computer Use 20
Important Safety Information 23
Replacement Parts and Accessories 25
Regulatory Compliance Statements 27
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 41
Basic Items 42
Overview 43
Front View 43
Status Indicators 44
Right View 45
Left View 46
Back View 47
Bottom View 47
Turn on the computer 48
Attaching the Battery 48
Connect the AC adapter 48
Turn on the computer 49
Using Sleep Mode 50

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Cautions Regarding OS Support
zWindows is neither installed nor supplied with this computer.
xTherefore, customers should purchase a Windows XP software license and install the
software. Do not install an illegal copy or a copy that has already been installed on another
PC.
cFor the installation procedures and any issues with the operating systems or applications
not supplied by Samsung Computer, contact the corresponding software company.
vThe company will not provide a replacement or refund due to the reason x, c and if our
service engineer visits you due to this problem, a service charge will be applied.
Charge the battery fully when using the computer for the rst time.

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Before You Start
Before reading the User Guide, rst check the following information.
Safety Precaution Notations
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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.
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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.
Copyright
© Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 2009
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.

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Performance Restrictions
zOnline games and some games (2D,3D) may not be supported and Full HD video and
some high bit rate HD video playback may be slow and stutter on this computer.
xThere is one memory slot provided on this computer. It supports GB memory max. To
upgrade to GB memory, replace the current memory with a GB memory module.
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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Installation Related
Do not install the product in
places exposed to humidity
such as 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.
Failing to do so may cause
an increase in the internal
temperature of the computer
and result in 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.
Failing to do so may result
in an increased risk of
malfunctions or damage to
the product.
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.
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.
Warning
Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even
fatality.
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Power Related
The power plug and wall outlet gures may differ 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 multi-plug or power
outlet extension when
using it for the product.
This may result in electric
shock or re.
If the power cord or power
outlet makes a noise,
disconnect the power cord
from the wall outlet and
contact a service center.
This may result in electric
shock or re.
Do not use a damaged or
loose main plug or power
cord or power outlet.
This may result in electric
shock or re.
Plug the power cord rmly
into the power outlet and
AC adapter.
Failing to do so may result in
electric shock or re.
Do not unplug the power cord
out by pulling the cable only.
If the cord is damaged, it may
result in electric shock or re.
Warning
Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even
fatality.