Samsung R523 User manual

User Guide
SAMSUNG R523/R423

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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 21
Important Safety Information 24
Replacement Parts and Accessories 26
Regulatory Compliance Statements 28
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 42
Basic Items 43
Overview 44
Front View 44
Status Indicators 45
Right View 46
Left View 47
Back View 49
Bottom View 50
Turn on the computer 51
Attaching the Battery 51
Connect the AC adapter 51
Turn on the computer 52
Using Sleep Mode 53
Chapter 2. Using the computer
Keyboard 56
Touchpad 59
CD Drive (ODD, Optional) 60
Inserting and Ejecting a CD 60
Multi Card Slot (Optional) 61
Adjusting the Volume 63
Chapter 3. Settings and
Upgrade
LCD Brightness Control 66
BIOS Setup 67
Entering the BIOS Setup 67
The BIOS Setup Screen 68
Setting a Boot Password 70
Changing the Boot Priority 72
Upgrading Memory 73
Battery 76
Installing/Removing the Battery 76
Charging the Battery 77
Measuring the Remaining Battery
Charge 78
Extending the Battery Usage Time 78
Using the Security Lock Port 80
Chapter 4. Appendix
Product Specications 82

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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 21
Important Safety Information 24
Replacement Parts and Accessories 26
Regulatory Compliance Statements 28
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 42
Basic Items 43
Overview 44
Front View 44
Status Indicators 45
Right View 46
Left View 47
Back View 49
Bottom View 50
Turn on the computer 51
Attaching the Battery 51
Connect the AC adapter 51
Turn on the computer 52
Using Sleep Mode 53

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Cautions Regarding OS Support
zWindows is neither installed nor supplied with this computer.
xTherefore, customers should purchase a Windows XP or Windows 7/Vista 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
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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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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 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 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 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.
Warning
Failing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause personal injury and even fatality.