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Important Safety Information Safety Instructions 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. Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your system.
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. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Battery Disposal Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Contact the Samsung Helpline for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer. Follow all local regulations when disposing of old batteries.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Federal Communications Commission Part 68 Statement Note: This equipment compiles with part of the FCC rules. On the back of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number(REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. This equipment uses the following USOC jacks : RJ11C An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided with this equipment.
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or
Laser Safety All systems equipped with CD or DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service location.
Power Cord Requirements The power cord set (wall plug, cable and AC adapter plug) you received with your computer meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment. Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the computer. For more information on power cord set requirements, contact your authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
Country-Specific Power Cord Set Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to the specific country listed: Country Accrediting Agency Applicable Note Numbers Australia EANSW 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBC 1 Canada CSA 2 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan JIS 3 The Netherlands KEMA 1 Norway NEMKO 1 Sweden SEMKO 1 Switzerland SEV 1 United Kingdom BSI 1 United States UL 2 Notes: 1.
Using Your Documentation Congratulations on your purchase of a notebook computer with the Windows® 2000 operating system. Whether you are new to using a notebook computer or are an experienced user, this user’s manual can help you get the most from your computer. Manual Documentation Conventions Information Icons Three icons and their associated messages appear in this manual. The information icons are placed before the step/information they apply to: Warning: Indicates the possibility of personal injury.
CD-ROM Device Naming Convention In many installation programs you will have to get a program from the CD-ROM device. The program installation sequence assumes that the CD is drive d:\, however this is not always the case. The name of the CD-ROM drive is the letter following the letter assigned to your last HDD. For instance, if you have one HDD with two partitions, the HDD is drives C: and D: and the CD-ROM drive is then drive E.
Introducing Your Computer Your computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features such as Dolby Digital & Dolby Theater System support, CD-ROM/floppy drives, Biometric (fingerprint) security system (factory option) and wireless LAN capability (factory option), to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. [Figures may be different depending on options).
Buttons and LEDs Battery Status Power Button User Programmable Button Number Lock Icon Caps Lock Icon Scroll Lock Icon Power E-Mail Alert E-Mail Button Drive Access Icon Internet Button Right Side FDD CD/DVD - ROM Fan Vent Hard Drive LAN Port Left Side PC Card Eject Buttons TV-Out Port 4 Users Manual Fan Vent PC Card Slot Security Lock Port Battery Wheel Volume Control SPDIF In Jack Line In Jack Microphone Jack Headphone Jack
Back Side PS/2 Port Modem Port DC-In Port 1394 Port Parallel Printer Port Docking Connector USB Ports Serial Port External Monitor Port Bottom Hard Drive Mini PCI Compartment Memory Compartment Flex Bay Compartment Battery Compartment Flex Bay Latch Introducing Your Computer 5
Using Your Computer for the First Time This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time. Installing the Battery To install the battery pack: 1. With the computer’s power off, close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so the bottom of the unit faces up. 2. Slide the battery compartment cover straight up and off the computer. See “Installing the Battery” on page 37.
Attaching the AC Adapter Your computer runs on power from the battery in the computer or from an electrical outlet. The first time that you use your computer, fully charge the battery by attaching the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet. All batteries lose their charge if they sit unused for an extended time period. When not used, battery can discharge fully in 2 to 3 months. The battery may have discharged in the time it took for the computer to go from the factory to you.
Turning On the Computer To turn on the computer’s power for the first time: 1. Slide the LCD latch, located on the front of the cover to the right. 2. Lift up the cover. 3. Press and then release the power button. The power light is on when the computer’s power is on. Power button Cover Latch Power Light Initial Computer Startup: The first time you start your computer you will see the operating system registration screens. Simply read each screen and follow the simple directions.
Turning Off Your Computer Prior to shutting down your computer ensure all of your data and current work are saved. The system will ask if you wish to save any unsaved work, saving your work first will speed the shutdown process. To turn off the computer, complete the following steps: 1. Click on the taskbar. If you need to restart your computer after software (re)installation or because it is not responding select the Restart option in step 2 below. 2.
Tips for Using Your Computer The following information helps you avoid potential problems as you use your computer: Do not try to disassemble your computer. Opening the system chassis voids your warranty. Only an authorised manufacturer service center can replace or add any parts inside the chassis. • Follow all the instructions and cautions in your computer user documentation. • The LCD has a polarized surface and can be damaged easily. To prevent damage, avoid touching the screen.
Travelling with Your Computer If you are travelling by air, follow these tips: • Take the computer with you as carry-on luggage. Do not check the computer with your baggage. • Allow the computer and disks to go through the X-ray security devices. Do not hand-carry disks through the walk-through metal detectors, which can cause loss of data. • Please collect your computer immediately after X-ray scanning, this is a high theft area for portable computers.
Storing the Computer for Long Periods If possible, leave the power cord connected to the computer and an electrical outlet when the computer is not in use. This extends the life of the battery and keeps the battery fully charged. If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time (a month or more), you should charge the battery until it is completely full. After you have done so, remove the battery from the unit.
Using the Keyboard Your computer has an 87/88-key keyboard. By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard. Function & Special Purpose Keys Embedded Numeric Keypad Cursor/Screen Control Keys Function Key Application Key Windows Key Although the layout of the keys on your computer’s keyboard is different from that on a desktop computer’s keyboard, the keyboard feels like a full-sized keyboard when you use it.
Do not allow liquid to drip into the keyboard or you may damage the keyboard. Using the Numeric Keypad Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign. A number or symbol on the right corner of each keypad key shows its numeric function. Num Lock LED Press to turn on the embedded numeric keypad. The numeric functions of the keypad are enabled and the Num Lock light turns on.
Using Special Function Keys The key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another key. Table 2. Description of Special Function Keys Key Combination Function Print screen: Takes a picture of the open screen, which you can paste into the Paint program. System request: Reserved for use in software programs. CRT/LCD: Switches the display between the LCD, the external monitor, and simultaneous display on both the LCD and the external monitor.
User Defined Buttons (SENS Keyboard) You may program the three buttons to the left of the power button to start any program you have installed on your computer. User defined program Outlook Express Internet Explorer The default settings for these buttons are: Internet E-Mail - Outlook Windows Calculator To reprogram the Sens Keyboard, follow the steps below: 1. Double-Click displayed. icon on the Windows taskbar, the Key Setting window is 2.
Using the Touchpad Your computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform standard mouse functions. The touchpad is an advanced and reliable pointing device that works with a touch of your finger. Touchpad Mouse buttons Scroll button Press on the touchpad gently. The touchpad responds to light pressure. Table 3.
Action Process and Comment Double-Click/Tap Process Quickly click the left touchpad button two times or position the pointer over the object and Quickly tap the touchpad twice with your finger. This action is called Double-clicking. Comment This will cause a process to begin or open a file folder. Click-Hold Process Depress the left touchpad button and do not release. Comment This is used to move/drag objects to new locations. See “Drag (Move)” on page 19.
Drag (Move) To move a window on the desktop, complete the following: 1. Click the window title bar or icon in the bottom of the window which you want to drag using the touchpad. 2. Press the left touchpad button and hold it. 3. Drag the window using the touchpad.
Reading the System Status Lights System Status lights show the status of computer functions. Table 4. System Status Lights LED 20 Users Manual Name Function Num Lock Changes a portion of the keyboard to a numeric keypad. See “Using the Numeric Keypad” on page 14. Caps Lock Changes all alpha or letter input into capital letters. No changes occur to numeric and special keys. Scroll Lock Scroll lock in certain software. Drive Access Using the Disk Drives.
Connecting to the Internet This section explains how to connect you to the internet. For details on how to establish the connection contact the Internet Service Provider [ISP] or system administrator [SysAdmin]. Using the Modem Install the Modem cable by simply plugging the cable into the slot in the back of the computer. Modem Cable (Minimum 26 AWG) 1. Contact your Internet Service Provider to obtain information or CD required to make the connection in your area. 2.
Precautions Before Use Country Selection Country Selection: Because your computer is very mobile you must ensure you select the country you are calling from is selected correctly, otherwise you may experience connection problems. To change the country selection proceed as follows: 1. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Click Phone and Modem Options. 3. Click on the connection you wish to edit in the Locations: box. 4. Click Edit 5. Select the Country/region you are calling from in the General tab.
If you use a simple terminal program (i.e. hyper terminal): Type the “ATX3&W” or “ATX3” command as an initialization command. MODEM Notes: 1. In order to use the 56K feature, be sure to check if the standards supported by the on-line service provider and the modem are identical. 2. If you use a PBX phone system, you can not connect using the 56K mode. 3. Internationally connected calls will be limited to 33.6K (Max.
Network Protocols: You may need to consult your SysAdmin if their network protocols and settings are required for your LAN environment. Configuring Network Environment Configure the Network Adapter as follows: 1. Click Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Double-Click Network and Dial-up Connections. 3. Right Click Local Area Connection > Properties. 4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click properties. 5.
Using the Flex-Bay The Flex-Bay provides an impressive array of secondary storage devices listed below: CD-ROM drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. CD-ROM R/W drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. DVD-ROM drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. DVD/CD-RW Combo drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. Optional secondary hard drive: Available as an option for your computer.
To remove a device: 1. Start the Softex Bay Manager Utility. You do not have to turn the computer over or tip it on its side to change devices. Simply tilt the computer up at the front about 10 cm and locate the Flex-Bay latch. See Figure below for the location of the Flex-Bay latch. The computer in the figure is tilted on its side for clarity. Flex-Bay Latch 2. Click Remove / Swap.
To insert a device: 1. Open the Softex Bay Manager Utility. You do not have to turn the computer over to change devices. Simply tilt the computer up and locate the Flex-Bay latch. See “Bottom” on page 5 for the location of the Flex-Bay latch. 2. Click Device Insert. A popup window appears stating “Please insert your device(s) into the bay now and click OK.” 3. Insert the device. 4. Click OK to allow your computer to detect the device.
Using the Disk Drives Using the Floppy Disk Drive Your computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, floppy drive. To use a floppy disk in your computer, insert it into the floppy drive. Floppy Disk Eject Button To remove a floppy disk, press the floppy disk eject button on the front of the floppy drive. To protect the data on your floppy disks, follow the manufacturers guidelines.
Using the CD/DVD-ROM Drive Compact discs are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, and then remove it. See “Using the Flex-Bay” on page 25 for information on installing the DVD-ROM drive into the computer. DVD Notes: A DVD player is a factory option and if you ordered this option you will have to install the provided DVD software to view the DVD Title. 1. Press the button on the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, and the tray slides out.
3. Push the tray in gently to close the drive tray. Emergency eject button Eject Button CD-ROM Light Install and/or start a CD-based program as you would run a program on a floppy disk.
Working with PC Cards When you install PC Cards, you can add a multitude of functions to your notebook computer similar to those found on add-in boards for desktop computers. There are many PC Cards on the market, the supported PC Cards are listed below: • Input/output, such as modem, network, video capture, and SCSI cards. • Storage, such as hard drive and flash memory cards. Your computer includes the following PC Card support: • Two PC-Card slots: You can install Type I, II, or III cards in the slots.
Using PC Cards To insert a PC Card into a slot: 1. Push the slot door in with the PC Card. 2. Align the card with a slot and insert the card into the slot until it locks in place. PC Card Eject Buttons PC Card: (Example) Insert PC Card with product information facing up Windows automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses) to a PC Card installed in your computer.
Multi Media Functions/Equipment Media Player You can play video and audio CD files with the Windows Media Player, as well as watching TV, video and listening to the radio through internet. The on-board audio hardware and software of your computer enable the computer to play audio/video compact discs. The instructions to play a video CD-ROM are the same as the instructions for the audio CD below. If you wish to do so, you can attach external speakers to the Headphone jack.
Dolby Digital & Dolby Theater System Your computer supports Dolby Digital & Dolby Theater System through a SPDIF connector, located next to the volume control wheel on the left side of the computer. You must have a 3.5 mm (mono)- to RCA cable to use this port. Volume Control Using the Wheel Volume Control Simply turn the wheel located on the left side of the computer. Wheel Volume Control Using the Keyboard Changing the volume with your keyboard.
