Samsung NP940X3L-K01US 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 Using the computer as a
tablet
19 Touch screen (optional)
24 Keyboard
26 Touchpad
29 Memory card
32 External display
34 Wireless LAN
Applications
36 Using applications
37 Samsung Settings
38 Samsung Update
39 Online Support (S Service)
40 Samsung PC Help
(Self-help application)
Settings & Upgrade
41 LCD brightness
43 Volume
44 BIOS (Setup utility)
50 Battery
Troubleshooting
53 Samsung Recovery
59 Windows recovery
function
59 Q&A
Appendix
63 Product specifications
64 Ergonomic tips
68 Powering your device
70 Safety precautions
83 Important safety
information
86 Replacement parts and
accessories
89 Regulatory compliance
statements
107 WEEE symbol information
109 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.
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Please read this manual before using the computer to ensure
safe and proper use.
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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.
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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 © 2015 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.
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner,
Samsung has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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The ENERGY STAR Program has reduced greenhouse gas
emissions and saved energy through voluntary labeling.
•
Power management setting of this product has been enabled
by default, and has various timing settings from 1 minute to
5 hours.
•
The product can wake with a button press on the chassis from
sleep mode.
Trademarks
•
Samsung and the Samsung logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
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Intel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of the
Intel Corporation.
•
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.
Recommended screen resolutions
It is recommended to set the resolution of your display based on
standard Windows settings.
If you set a high resolution, such as QHD+ (3200x1800), it may not
correctly display some applications.

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Front view
1
2
3
4
5
6
Layout
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Features or options may differ depending on the model.
•
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 SSD is reserved for system
recovery and operations, the available space on the SSD
may be less than the actual capacity.

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Number/Name Description
Keyboard
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Enter text or control computer
functions.
Touchpad
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Moves the cursor and selects
options.
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Functions as a mouse.
Number/Name Description
Camera indicator
light
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This indicates the camera
operating status.
Camera
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Using this camera, you can take
still pictures and record video.
Illumination
sensor
•
The sensor detects the ambient
light.
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If the ambient light level becomes
too low, the keyboard’s backlight
will automatically turn on.
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If there is sufficient ambient
lighting, the keyboard’s backlight
will automatically turn off.
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Do not block the sensor.
LCD/Touch screen
(optional)
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The screen’s images are displayed
here.
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Recognizes touch interactions
(Only for touch screen models).

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Number/Name Description
Power button /
Power LED
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Turns the computer on and off.
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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
Microphone
•
You can use the built-in
microphone.
Memory card slot
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Insert a memory card into the slot.
USB 3.0 port
•
Connect various peripheral
devices, such as a mouse, camera,
or keyboard.
Right view
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Number/Name Description
DC jack
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This jack connects to the AC
adapter to supply power to the
computer.
HDMI port
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Used to connect an HDMI cable
to an external device.
Chargeable USB
3.0 port
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The USB port can be used to
connect and charge a USB device.
Earpiece/Headset
jack
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Connect an earpiece or a headset
to the computer to listen to
audio.
Volume button
/
•
Adjusts the volume level.
Left view
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About the chargeable USB port
•
It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a USB
device.
•
The battery power level may be reduced when charging a USB
device while the computer is powered by the battery.
•
The charging status of the USB device is not displayed on the
computer.
•
To turn on the charging function while the computer is
turned off, open the
Samsung Settings application and select
Convenience
→
USB charging in sleep mode
→
ON .
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This feature may not be available on some USB devices.

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Number/Name Description
Fan vents
•
The internal heat of the computer is
emitted through these holes.
•
If the vents are blocked the
computer may overheat. Avoid
blocking the vents as this may be
dangerous.
Internal battery
•
Provides power to the computer
when not connected to an AC
adapter.
•
To remove or replace the internal
battery, take it to a Samsung Service
Center. You will be charged for this
service.
Speaker
•
Sound is emitted from the speakers.
If the bottom of the computer is replaced, the model
name, serial number, and some logos will no longer be
present. For more information, contact the Samsung
Service Center to request assistance.
Bottom view
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2

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3 The computer turns on automatically when the LCD panel is
opened.
If the computer does not turn on automatically, press the
Power button.
Set the device not to automatically turn on the computer
when the LCD panel is opened.
1. Select the Start button ( )
→
Samsung
→
Samsung
Settings
.
2. Select
Convenience
→
Auto Booting
→
Off .
Turning the computer on and off
Fully charge the battery using the AC adapter before using
the computer
for the first time .
Turning the computer on
1 Before turning on the computer, check that the battery is
charged and charge it if necessary.
2 Open the LCD panel.

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Turning the computer off
1 Select the Start button ( ).
2 Select
→
Shut down .
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Save all data before turning off the computer.
•
Since the procedures to turn the computer off may
differ depending on the installed operating system,
turn the computer off according to the procedures for
the purchased operating system.
About Windows Activation
When you turn the computer on for the first time, the Windows
activation screen appears.
Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on
the screen to use the computer.
The computer’s date and time may be incorrect when you turn it
on for the first time. They may also be incorrect if the battery has
been fully discharged or removed. To set the date and time, go
to the desktop taskbar and right-click the clock area. Then, select
Adjust date/time and set the current date and time.
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To adjust the brightness of the screen, see LCD
brightness.
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To adjust the sound, see Volume.

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Windows
Microsoft Windows is an operating system that is used to control a
computer.
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Images and available features may differ depending on
the model and operating system.
•
This manual is designed for Windows 10 and content
may differ depending on the OS version.
•
The image displayed on the desktop screen may differ
between models and OS versions.
Help
To access help information, select the Start button ( )
→
Get started ( ).
You can check the help information after connecting to
the Internet.
Unlocking the screen
To unlock the lock screen, do one of the following:
•
Touch screen : Swipe upwards from the bottom of the screen.
•
Mouse : Click the lock screen.
•
Keyboard : Press any key.
•
Touchpad : Tap the touchpad.
If the account has a password, enter the password to log in after
unlocking the screen.

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2 Select
New desktop .
A new desktop will be added. You can select a desktop from
the list displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Multi desktop list
Deleting a desktop
1 Select on the taskbar.
2 Move the cursor over the desktop icon you want to delete.
Then, select in the upper-right corner of the icon.
Using the control panel
You can adjust basic system settings, such as hardware, software,
or user account settings.
Select the Start button ( )
→
Windows system
→
Control
Panel
. Alternatively, right-click the Start button ( ) and select
Control Panel .
Then, select options you want to change.
Using a multi desktop
Multi desktop allows you to work on various tasks at the same
time via multiple desktops. You can use different desktops for
various purposes.
Creating a new desktop
1 Select on the taskbar.

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2 When the action center panel appears, select a message to
check it.
You can enable or disable push notifications for
applications. You can also set personalized hot keys to
appear in the action center by selecting the Start button
()
→ →
System
→
Notifications & actions .
Moving a program to another desktop
1 Select on the taskbar.
2 Select a program or window you want to move.
Action Center
The Windows 10 action center allows you to receive system
notifications, such as updates, and push notifications, such as
emails and SNS updates. You can also adjust settings conveniently.
For example, you can select wireless network options or adjust the
volume and screen brightness via hot keys in the action center.
Checking notifications
1 Select on the taskbar.

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When the LCD panel is tilted past the transition point
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The keyboard and touchpad will automatically be
locked and will not function.
•
The display will rotate automatically depending on the
computer’s orientation.
When storing the computer in a bag or carrying it, close
the LCD panel to protect the computer.
Basics
Using the computer as a tablet
You can use the computer as a tablet by folding the LCD panel
behind the keyboard.
1 Open the LCD panel and rotate it away from the keyboard
until it touches the bottom side of the computer.

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•
When you rotate the LCD panel back to the normal
position, a mode switch confirmation message will
appear. Select
Yes to switch the computer’s display to
desktop mode.
•
When the screen is turned off while using the computer
as a tablet, press the Volume button to unlock the
screen. When the computer is in sleep mode, press the
Power button to unlock the screen.
You can also switch the computer’s display to tablet mode without
rotating the LCD panel.
1 Select on the taskbar.
2 When the action center panel appears, select
Tablet mode .
2 A mode switch confirmation message will appear when the
LCD panel is tilted past the transition point. Select
Yes to
switch the computer’s display to tablet mode.
The display will switch to tablet mode.

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Touch screen (optional)
Use your fingers on the touch screen to perform actions.
Touch screen gestures
Tapping
To select menus, options, or applications, tap the touch screen.
Double-tapping
To open files or items, double-tap the touch screen.
Tapping and holding (right-clicking)
To use additional options of an item, tap and hold it on the touch
screen.

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Spreading and pinching
To zoom in, spread two fingers apart on an image or text. Pinch to
zoom out.
Dragging
To move an item to another location, tap and hold it, and then
drag it on the touch screen to the desired location.
Scrolling
To scroll up, down, left, or right, swipe on the touch screen.
or