Samsung R40plus User manual

User Guide
R40plus/R41plus

Chapter 1.
Getting Started
Product Features 2
Before You Start 3
Contents 5
Safety Precautions 6
Proper Posture During Computer Use 15
Important Safety Information 18
Replacement Parts and Accessories 20
Regulatory Compliance Statements 22
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 32
Overview 33
Front View 33
Status Indicators 34
Right View 35
Left View 36
Back View 37
Bottom View 38
Turning the Computer On and Off 39
Turning the computer on 39
Turning the computer off 39

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High Performance Notebook Computer
A high performance computer adopting the latest CPU and DDR II
memory
■ IntelCore™2DuoProcessor,IntelCore™Duo/SoloProcessor*.
DDR II Memory
■ WirelessLAN*,Bluetooth*
■ 15.4”WideLCD
Easy-to-Use AV
AVStation Viewer*and AVStation Premium (optional)*are provided to
easilyplayvariousmultimediales.
Sophisticated Design for Increased Usability
■ Variousshortcutkeysonthekeyboard
■ Multicardslot*
■ Luxuriousdesignwithincreasedusability
Note
*Theitemsmarkedwiththissymbolareoptionalitemsthatare
supported depending on the computer model.
Product Features

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Before You Start
BeforereadingtheUserGuide,rstcheckthefollowinginformation.
User Guide Information
This product is supplied with an Installation Guide,anda
User Guide.
You can even more easily and conveniently use the
computerbyusinganyoftheguidesdependingonyour
needs.
Installation Guide
This guide is provided so that you can conveniently refer
tothisguidewhenusingthecomputerforthersttime
after purchasing it.
This document includes the computer components and
the connection procedures.
User Guide
The document you are currently reading is the User
Guide.Youcanreaditbydouble-clickingtheicononthe
Desktop.
Thisdocumentincludesthecomputerfunctions,howto
usethefunctions,andhowtousetheprogram.
Utilizating the User Guide
Be sure to read the Safety Precautionsbeforeusing
the computer.
Refer to the separately supplied Installation Guide
when installing your computer.
Refer to the User Guide for the procedures to use the
computer.
Using the IndexoftheUserGuide,youcaneasilynd
any information you are looking for.
Using the GlossaryoftheUserGuide,youcaneasily
ndmeaningsfortechnicalterms.
Ifaproblemoccurs,refertotheQ & A included in the
User Guide.
Note
■ Some devices and software referred 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imageusedforthecoverandtextoftheUser
Guidemaynotbethesameasactualones.
■ Thisguidedecribesproceduresforboththe
mouse and the touchpad together.
■ Theguresinthisguideareprovidedassuming
thatyouroperatingsystemisWindowsXP.The
guresaresubjecttochange.
■ TheUserguidesuppliedwithcomputermaybe
varied depending on model.

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Safety Precaution Notations
Icon Notation Description
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.
Text Notations
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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.
Page XX
This notation represents the page
numberyoucanrefertoforinformation
aboutrelatedfunctionsorasa
reference.
Start > All
Programs >
Samsung > User
Guide > User
Guide
This represents a menu path to run a
program.
ClicktheStartbuttonandthenselectAll
Programs > Samsung > User Guide >
User Guide in this order from the menu.
Copyright
© 2007 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.

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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
Product Features 2
Before You Start 3
Contents 5
Safety Precautions 6
Proper Posture During Computer Use 15
Important Safety Information 18
Replacement Parts and Accessories 20
Regulatory Compliance Statements 22
WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION 32
Overview 33
Front View 33
Status Indicators 34
Right View 35
Left View 36
Back View 37
Bottom View 38
Turning the Computer On and Off 39
Turning the computer on 39
Turning the computer off 39
Chapter 2. Using the Computer
Keyboard 41
Touchpad 44
CD Drive 47
InsertingandEjectingaCD 47
Burning a CD 48
Multi Card Slot 49
PC Card Slot 52
Connecting a Monitor / TV 53
Connecting a Monitor 53
Connecting a TV 54
ViewingThroughaMonitor/TV 55
Adjusting the Volume 56
Using Recorders 57
Chapter 3. Using Microsoft
Windows XP
About Microsoft Windows XP 59
TourWindowsXP 59
Help and Support 60
Windows XP Screen Layout 61
Desktop 61
Start Menu 62
Window 63
Control Panel 64
Running Control Panel 64
User Account 66
Changing Resolution and Color 68
Chapter 4. Using the Network
Wired Network 70
Wireless Network 73
ConnectingtoWirelessLAN 74
Connectingtocomputer-to-computer
networks(peer-to-peeroradhoc) 75
WirelessNetworkSetupUsingthe
WirelessLANSetupProgram 78
Using Samsung Network Manager 79
PerformNetworkSettings 79
Using the network after moving location 82
Sharing Internet Access 83
CheckingNetworkStatus 87
Connecting with a Modem 88
Bluetooth 89
Bluetooth Functions 89
Bluetooth Software Setup 90
Using Bluetooth 92
Chapter 5. Using Applications
Introducing Programs 98
CyberLink PowerDVD 101
Samsung Update Plus 102
Using AVStation premium 104
GettingStartedandScreenLayout 104
MUSICStation 105
PHOTOStation 109
MOVIEStation 114
AVStation Viewer 117
Start/ExitAVStationViewer 117
ScreenLayout 118
MUSICStation 119
PHOTOStation 121
MOVIEStation 122
Chapter 6. Settings and Upgrade
LCD Brightness Control 124
BIOS Setup 125
EnteringtheBIOSSetup 125
TheBIOSSetupScreen 127
Setting a Boot Password 129
Changing the Boot Priority 131
Upgrading Memory 132
Battery 134
Installing/RemovingtheBattery 134
ChargingBattery 135
CheckingBatteryResidualAmount 135
UsingBatteryLonger 136
Using the Security Lock Port 139
Chapter 7. Appendix
Using McAfee SecurityCenter 141
Using Samsung Magic Doctor 142
DiagnosingtheSystem 142
Reinstalling Software 143
RunningthesystemsoftwareMedia 143
Installingdriversandprograms 144
Reinstalling Windows XP 145
ReinstallingWindows 145
ReinstallingwhenWindowsdoes
notstart 147
Questions and Answers 148
WindowsRelated 148
DisplayRelated 148
SoundRelated 151
ModemRelated 152
WiredLANRelated 154
WirelessLANRelated 155
GamesandProgramsRelated 159
Bluetooth 162
SecurityCenter 164
OtherQuestions 166
Product Specications 167
Glossary 171
Index 175
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE 176

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Installation Related Power 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.
Do not touch the mains
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.
There is a danger of electric
shockorrehazard.
The power plug and wall
outlet gures may differ
depending on the country
specications and the
product model.
Warning
Failingtofollowinstructionsmarkedwiththissymbolmaycausepersonalinjuryandevenfatality.
Safety Precautions
Foryoursecurityandtopreventdamage,pleasereadthefollowingsafetyinstructionscarefully.

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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
mains 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.
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.
Use a wall outlet or multi-plug
with a grounding part.
Failing to do so may cause electric
shockhazard.

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Keep the battery out of the
reach of infants and pets, as
they could put the battery into
their mouths.
There is a danger of electric
shock or choking.
Battery Usage Related
If water or another substance
enters the power input jack,
AC adapter or the computer,
disconnect the power cord and
contact the service center.
Damage to the device within the
computer may cause electric
shockorrehazard.
Usage Related
Disconnect all cables
connected to the computer
before cleaning it. If you are
using a notebook computer,
remove the battery.
There is a danger of electric
shock or damage to the product.
Do not connect a phone line
connected to a digital phone to
the modem.
There is a danger of a electric
shock,reordamagetothe
product.

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Do not place any container lled
with water or chemicals over or
near the computer.
If water or chemicals enter the
computer,thismaycausereor
electric shock.
If the computer is broken or
dropped, disconnect the power
cord and contact a service
center for a safety check.
Usingabrokencomputermay
causeelectricshockorrehazard.
Avoid direct sunlight when
the computer is in an air-tight
location such as inside a
vehicle.
Thereisadangerofarehazard.
The computer may overheat and
also present opportunity to thieves.
Upgrade Related
Never disassemble the power
supply or AC adapter.
There is a danger of electric
shock.
When removing the RTC (Real
Time Clock) battery, keep it out
of the reach of children as they
could touch and/or swallow it.
There is a danger of choking. If a
childhasswallowedit,contacta
doctor immediately.
Use only authorized
parts (multi-plug, battery
and memory) and never
disassemble parts.
There is a danger of damaging
theproduct,electricshockorre
hazard.

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Upgrade Related
Shut down the computer and
disconnect all cables before
disassembling the computer. If
there is a modem, disconnect
the phone line. If you are using
a notebook computer, make
sure to remove the battery.
Failingtodoso,maycause
electric shock.
Custody and
Movement Related
Follow the instructions for the
relevant location (e.g. airplane,
hospital, etc.) when using a
wireless communication device
(wireless LAN, Bluetooth, etc.).
When carrying the notebook
computer with other items,
such as the adapter, mouse,
books etc, take care not to press
anything against the notebook
computer.
Ifaheavyobjectispressed
againstthenotebookcomputer,
a white stop or stain may appear
ontheLCD.Therefore,takecare
not to apply any pressure to the
notebook.
Inthiscase,placethenotebook
computer in a separate
compartment away from the other
objects.

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Caution
Failingtofollowinstructionsmarkedwiththissymbolmaycauseslightinjuryordamagetotheproduct.
Installation Related Battery Usage Related
Do not block the ports (holes),
vents, etc. of the product and
do not insert objects.
Damage to a component within
the computer may cause electric
shockorre.
When using the computer with
it lying on its side, place it so
that the vents face upwards.
Failingtodoso,maycause
the internal temperature of
the computer to rise and the
computer to malfunction or halt.
Do not place a heavy object
over the product.
Thismaycauseaproblemwith
thecomputer.Inaddition,the
objectmayfallandcauseinjury,
or damage the computer.
Dispose of worn-out batteries
properly.
-Thereisadangerofreor
explosion.
-Thebatterydisposalmethodmay
differ depending on your country
and region. Dispose of the used
batteryinanappropriateway.
Do not throw or disassemble
the battery and do not put it into
water.
Thismaycauseaninjury,reor
explosion.
Use only a battery authorized by
Samsung Electronics.
Failing to do so may cause an
explosion.
Avoid contact with metal objects
such as car keys or clips when
keeping or carrying a battery.
Contact with a metal may cause
excessivecurrentandahigh
temperature and may damage the
batteryorcauseare.
Charge the battery according to
the instructions in the manual.
Failingtodoso,maycauseand
explosionorrefromdamageto
the product.
Do not heat the battery or
expose it to heat (e.g. inside a
vehicle during the summer).
Thereisadangerofexplosionor
re.

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Usage Related
Do not place a candle, lighted
cigar, etc. over or on the product.
Thereisadangerofre.
Make sure to have the product
tested by a safety service
engineer after repairing the
product.
Authorised Samsung Repair
Centers will carry out safety checks
after a repair. Using a repaired
product without testing it for safety
mightcauseelectricshockorre.
In case of lightning, immediately
turn the system off, disconnect
the power cord from the wall
outlet and line do not use a
modem or phone.
There is a danger of electric shock
orre.
Connect only permitted devices
to the connectors or ports of the
computer.
Failingtodoso,maycauseelectric
shockandre.
Close the LCD panel only
after checking if the notebook
computer is turned off.
The temperature may rise and
it may cause overheating and
deformation of the product.
Do not press the Eject Button
while the Floppy Disk/CD-ROM
drive is in operation.
You might lose data and the disk
mightbesuddenlyejectedand
couldcauseaninjury.
Take care not to drop the product
while using it.
Thismaycausepersonalinjuryor
loss of data.
Do not contact the antenna with
electricity facility such as the
power outlet.
There is a danger of electric shock.
When handling computer parts,
follow the instructions on the
manual supplied with the parts.
Failingtodoso,maycausedamage
to the product.
If the computer emits smoke,
or there is a burning smell,
disconnect the power plug from
the wall outlet and contact a
service center. If your computer
is a note-book computer, make
sure to remove the battery.
Thereisadangerofre.
Do not use a damaged or
modied CD/Floppy Disk.
There is a danger of damaging the
productorpersonalinjury.
Do not insert your ngers into
the PC Card Slot.
Thereisadangerofinjuryor
electric shock.
Use recommended computer
cleansing solution when cleaning
the product and only use the
computer when it is completed
dried.

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Upgrade Related
Take care when touching the
product or parts.
Thedevicemaybedamagedor
youmaybeinjured.
Take care not to throw or drop a
computer part or device.
Thismaycauseinjuryordamage
to the product.
Make sure to close the computer
cover before connecting the
power after a reassembly.
There is a danger of electric shock
ifyourbodytouchesaninternal
part.
Use parts authorized by
Samsung Electronics only.
Failingtodoso,maycausereor
damage the product.
Never disassemble or repair the
product by yourself.
There is a danger of electric shock
orle.
To connect a device that is not
manufactured or authorized by
Samsung Electronics, enquire
at your service center before
connecting the device.
There is a danger of damaging the
product.
Failing to do so may cause
electricshockorre.
Emergency disk eject method
using paperclip should not
be used while the disk is in
motion. Make sure to use the
emergency disk eject method
only when the Optical Disk
Drive is stopped.
Thereisadangerofinjury.
Do not place your face close
to the Optical Disk Drive tray
when it is operating.
Thereisadangerofinjurydueto
anabruptejection.
Check CDs for cracks and
damage prior to use.
It may damage the disc and
cause disorder of device and
injuryofuser.

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Custody and
Movement Related
When moving the product,
turn the power off and
separate all connected cables
rst.
Theproductmightbedamaged
or users may trip over the
cables.
For long periods of not using
the notebook computer,
discharge the battery and
preserve as it is detached.
Thebatterywillbepreservedat
itsbestcondition.
Do not operate or watch the
computer while driving a
vehicle.
Thereisadangerofatrafc
accident. Please concentrate
on driving.
Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk
Management)
Take care not to damage the
data on a hard disk drive.
■ Aharddiskdriveissosensitive
toexternalimpactthatan
externalimpactmaycauseloss
of data on the surface of the
disk.
■ Takeextracare,because
moving the computer or an
impact on the computer when
it is turned on may damage the
data of the hard disk drive.
■ Thecompanyisnotliablefor
the loss of any data caused
bycustomersuchasthe
careless-nessusageorbad
environmental condition.
Causes that may damage the
data of a hard disk drive and the
hard disk drive itself.
■ Thedatamaybelostwhenan
externalimpactisappliedto
thediskwhiledisassemblingor
assemblingthecomputer.
■ Thedatamaybelostwhenthe
computer is turned off or reset
byapowerfailurewhilethe
hard disk drive is operating.
■ Thedatamaybelostand
irrecoverableduetoacomputer
virus infection.
■ Thedatamaybelostifthe
power is turned off while
running a program.
■ Movingorcausinganimpact
to the computer while the hard
diskdriveisoperating,may
causelestobecorruptedor
badsectorsontheharddisk.
To prevent data loss due to damage to the hard disk drive, please
backup your data frequently.

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Proper Posture
Adjust the heights of desks and chairs appropriate to
your height.
Theheightsaretobeadjustedsothatyourarmformsa
rightanglewhenyouplaceyourhandoverthekeyboard
while sitting down on a chair.
■ Adjusttheheightofchairsothatyourheelis
comfortablyplacedontheoor.
■ Donotusethecomputerwhileyouarelyingdown,but
only while you are sitting down.
■ Donotusethecomputeronyourlap.Ifthecomputer
temperatureincreases,thereisadangerofburning
yourself.
■ Workwhilekeepingyourwriststraight.
■ Useachairwithacomfortableback.
■ Keepthecenterofyourlegweightnotonthechairbut
on your feet when you are sitting on a chair.
Proper Posture During Computer Use
Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very important to prevent physical harm.
Thefollowinginstructionsareaboutmaintainingaproperpostureduringcomputerusedevelopedthroughhuman
engineering. Please read and follow them carefully when using the computer.
Otherwise,theprobabilityof(RSI:RepetitiveStrainInjury)fromrepeatedoperationsmayincreaseandserious
physicalharmmaybecaused.
Note
Theinstructionsinthismanualhavebeenpreparedsothattheycanbeappliedwithinthecoverageofgeneralusers.Iftheuser
isnotincludedinthecoverage,therecommendationistobeappliedaccordingtotheuser’sneeds.
SincethisiscommonlyappliedtoSamsungComputers,someguresmaydifferfromactualones.

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Eye Position
Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at
least 50cm.
■ AdjusttheheightofthemonitorandtheLCDscreenso
that its top height is equal to or lower than your eyes.
■ AvoidsettingthemonitorandLCDexcessivelybright.
■ KeepthemonitorandLCDscreenclean.
■ Ifyouwearglasses,cleanthembeforeusingthe
computer.
■ Whenenteringcontentsprintedonapaperintothe
computer,useastaticpaperholdersothattheheight
of the paper is almost equal to that of the monitor.
Hand Position
Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the gure.
■ Keepthelinefromyourelbowtoyourhandstraight.
■ Donotplaceyourpalmoverthekeyboardwhiletyping.
■ Donotholdthemousewithexcessiveforce.
■ Donotpressthekeyboard,touchpadormousewith
excessiveforce.
■ Itisrecommendedconnectinganexternalkeyboard
and mouse when using the computer for long periods
of time.
50cm

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Volume Control (Headphones and
Speakers)
Check your volume rst to listen to music.
■ Checkifthevolumeistooloudbeforeusing
headphones.
■ Itisnotrecommendedusingheadphonesforlong
periods of time.
Use Time (Break Time)
■ Takeabreakfor10minutesormoreaftera50-minute
period when working for more than one hour.
Illumination
■ Donotusethecomputerindarklocations.The
illuminationlevelforcomputerusemustbeasbright
soforreadingabook.
■ Indirectilluminationisrecommended.Useacurtainto
preventreectionontheLCDscreen.
Operation Condition
■ Donotusethecomputerinhotandhumidlocations.
■ Usethecomputerwithintheallowedtemperatureand
humidityrangespeciedintheUserGuide.
Click your
volume!!

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Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest
standards for safety of information technology equipment.
However,toensuresafeuseofthisproduct,itisimportant
that the safety instructions marked on the product and in
the documentation are followed.
Caution
Always follow these instructions to help guard
againstpersonalinjuryanddamagetoyoursystem.
Setting Up your System
■ Readandfollowallinstructionsmarkedontheproduct
andinthedocumentationbeforeyouoperateyour
system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for
future use.
■ Donotusethisproductnearwateroraheatsource
such as a radiator.
■ Setupthesystemonastableworksurface.
■ Theproductshouldbeoperatedonlywiththetypeof
powersourceindicatedontheratinglabel.
■ Ensurethattheelectricaloutletyouareusingtopower
yourequipmentiseasilyaccessibleincaseofreor
short circuit.
■ Ifyourcomputerhasavoltageselectorswitch,make
surethattheswitchisintheproperposi-tionforyour
area.
■ Openingsinthecomputercaseareprovidedfor
ventilation.Donotblockorcovertheseopenings.
Makesureyouprovideadequatespace,atleast6
inches(15cm),aroundthesystemforventilationwhen
yousetupyourworkarea.Neverinsertobjectsofany
kind into the computer ventilation openings.
■ Ensurethatthefanventsonthebottomofthecasing
are clear at all times. Do not place the computer on a
softsurface,doingsowillblockthebottomvents.
■ Ifyouuseanextensioncordwiththissystem,make
sure that the total power rating on the products
pluggedintotheextensioncorddoesnotexceedthe
extensioncordpowerrating.
Important Safety Information
Safety instructions

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Care During Use
■ Donotwalkonthepowercordorallowanythingtorest
on it.
■ Donotspillanythingonthesystem.Thebestwayto
avoid spills is to not eat or drink near your system.
■ SomeproductshaveareplaceableCMOSbatteryon
thesystemboard.Thereisadangerofexplosionif
theCMOSbatteryisreplacedincorrectly.Replacethe
batterywiththesameorequivalenttyperecommended
bythemanufacturer.
■ Whenthecomputeristurnedoff,asmallamountof
electricalcurrentstillowsthroughthecomputer.To
avoidelectricalshock,alwaysunplugallpowercables,
removethebatteryandmodemcablesfromthewall
outletsbeforecleaningthesystem.
■ Unplugthesystemfromthewalloutletandrefer
servicingtoqualiedpersonnelif:
– The power cord or plug is damaged.
–Liquidhasbeenspilledintothesystem.
– The system does not operate properly when the operating
instructions are followed.
– The system was dropped or the casing is damaged.
– The system performance changes.
The Instruction On Safety Operation of
NotePC
1 Wheninstallingandoperatingdevicespleasereferto safety requirements in the user guide.
2 Devicescanbeusedonlywiththeequipment speciedinthetechnicalspecicationsofthe
devices.
3 Ifanysmellofburningorsmokefromthecomputer theunitshouldbeswitchedoffandbatteryremoved.
Theunitshouldbecheckedbyaqualiedtechnician
beforereuse.
4 Serviceandrepairofdevicesshouldbecarriedout byauthorizedservicecenters.