Samsung NP500R5M-X0AHK User manual

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User Manual

2
Getting started
3 About this manual
7 Layout
12 Turning the computer on
and off
14 Unlocking the screen
14 Windows
Basics
17 Keyboard
19 Touchpad
22 Memory card
25 External display
27 Wired LAN
(For 15.6 inch models)
30 Wireless LAN
32 Using the security slot
Applications
33 Using applications
34 Samsung Settings
35 Samsung Security
37 Samsung Update
38 Online Support (S Service)
39 Samsung PC Help
(Self-help application)
40 Samsung PC Cleaner
Settings & Upgrade
41 LCD brightness
43 Volume
44 BIOS (Setup utility)
50 Battery
Troubleshooting
53 Samsung Recovery
58 Windows recovery
function
58 Q&A
Appendix
62 Product specifications
63 Ergonomic tips
67 Powering your device
69 Safety precautions
79 Important safety
information
82 Replacement parts and
accessories
84 Regulatory compliance
statements
94 WEEE symbol information
96 Samsung package Take-
Back program
Table of contents

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Getting started
About this manual
•
This user manual is specially designed to detail the computer’s
functions and features.
•
The user manual supplied with the computer may vary
depending on the model.
•
Please read this manual before using the computer to ensure
safe and proper use.
•
Optional accessories, some devices, and software referred to
in this manual may not be provided or may not be subject to
upgrades. Note that the computer environment referred in
the user manual may not be the same as your environment.
•
Descriptions are based on the computer’s default settings
and the Windows 10 operating system. Available features and
additional services may vary depending on the computer or
operating system.
•
This user manual describes procedures for using the
touchpad, mouse and touch screen. Instructions for using the
touch screen are for models with the touch screen feature.
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Images and screenshots are those of the representative model
of the series and may differ in appearance from the actual
product.
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Content may differ from the final product and is subject to
change without prior notice. For the latest version of the
manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com.

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Copyright
Copyright © 2016 Samsung Electronics
This manual is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated,
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written
permission of Samsung Electronics.
Computer specifications or the contents of this manual may
be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of the
computer’s functions.
Instructional icons and expressions
Warning : situations that could cause injury to yourself or
others
Caution : situations that could cause damage to the
computer or other equipment
Note : notes, usage tips, or additional information
The path you should follow to carry out an instruction. For
example, “select
Settings
→
Devices ”indicates that you
should select
Settings and then Devices .
Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen.

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HDMI, the HDMI logo, and
the term High Definition
Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.
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All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their
respective owners.
Trademarks
•
Samsung and the Samsung logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
•
Intel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of the
Intel Corporation.
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Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are trademarks or registered
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
•
Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
worldwide.
•
Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi
CERTIFIED™, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of
the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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Product capacity representation
Storage capacity representation
The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer
is calculated assuming that 1 KB = 1,000 Bytes.
However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage
device capacity assuming that 1 KB = 1,024 Bytes. Therefore, the
available capacity of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the
actual capacity due to the difference in capacity calculation. For
example, for an 80 GB HDD, Windows calculates the capacity as
74.5 GB, (80x1,000x1,000x1,000) Bytes/(1,024x1,024x1,024) Bytes
= 74.505 GB.
In addition, the capacity representation in Windows may be even
smaller because some programs, such as Samsung Recovery, may
reside in a hidden area of the HDD.
Memory capacity representation
The available memory capacity in Windows is less than the actual
capacity of memory. This is because some memory is required for
regular system operations.
For example, for 1 GB (= 1,024 MB) memory installed, Windows
may report the capacity as 1,022 MB or less.
Data precautions
Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any data loss. Please
take care to avoid losing any important data and back up your
data to prevent any such data loss.
Operating system and software support
If you change the product’s factory OS (Operating System) to
another OS or if you install software which is not supported by the
product’s original factory OS, you will not receive any technical
support, product exchange or refund, and a fee will be charged
when requesting a service.
Please use your computer with the original factory OS. If you
install an OS other than the factory OS, data may be deleted or the
computer may not start.

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Front view
►
For 13.3 inch models
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5
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Layout
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Features or options may differ depending on the model.
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The items marked as optional may not be provided or
may be provided in different locations.
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Since some space on the HDD/SSD is reserved for
system recovery and operations, the available space on
the HDD/SSD may be less than the actual capacity.

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Number/Name Description
Microphone
(optional)
•
You can use the built-in
microphone.
Camera (optional)
•
Using this camera, you can take
still pictures and record video.
LCD
•
The screen’s images are displayed
here.
Power button
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Turns the computer on and off.
Keyboard
•
Enter text or control computer
functions.
Touchpad/
Touchpad
buttons
(For 15.6 inch
models)
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Moves the cursor and selects
options.
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Functions as a mouse.
Operating status
LED
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Shows the operating status of the
computer.
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Red : Charging
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Green : Fully charged
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Blue : Turned on
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Off : AC adapter not
connected
Camera indicator
light (optional)
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This indicates the camera
operating status.
►
For 15.6 inch models

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►
For 15.6 inch models
1 2 3
Number/Name Description
Memory card slot
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Insert a memory card into the slot.
USB 2.0 port
•
Connect various peripheral
devices, such as a mouse, camera,
or keyboard.
Security slot
•
Secure the computer by
connecting an optional lock and
cable to it.
Right view
►
For 13.3 inch models
1 2 3
Number/Name Description
Memory card slot
•
Insert a memory card into the slot.
USB 2.0 port
•
Connect various peripheral
devices, such as a mouse, camera,
or keyboard.
Slim security slot
•
Secure the computer by
connecting an optional lock and
cable to it.

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►
For 15.6 inch models
1 2 3 4 5
Number/Name Description
DC jack
•
This jack connects to the AC
adapter to supply power to the
computer.
Wired LAN port
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Connect the Ethernet cable to
this port.
HDMI port
•
Used to connect an HDMI cable
to an external device.
USB 3.0 port
•
Connect various peripheral
devices, such as a mouse, camera,
or keyboard.
Earpiece/Headset
jack
•
Connect an earpiece or a headset
to the computer to listen to
audio.
Left view
►
For 13.3 inch models
1 2 43
Number/Name Description
DC jack
•
This jack connects to the AC
adapter to supply power to the
computer.
HDMI port
•
Used to connect an HDMI cable
to an external device.
USB 3.0 port
•
Connect various peripheral
devices, such as a mouse, camera,
or keyboard.
Earpiece/Headset
jack
•
Connect an earpiece or a headset
to the computer to listen to
audio.