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... 17 Using the computer as a tablet 19 Using the S Pen (optional) 30 Touch screen (optional) 35 Keyboard 37 Touchpad 40 Bluetooth Mouse (optional) 42 Fingerprint recognition 44 Memory card slot 47 External display 49 Wireless LAN 51 Bluetooth Applications 53 Using applications 54 Samsung Settings 55 Samsung Security 57 Samsung Update 58 Online Support (S Service) 59 Samsung PC Help (Self- help application) 60 Samsung PC Cleaner 61 Quick Search Settings & Upgrade 62 LCD brightness 64 Volume 65 BIOS (Setup utility) 71 Battery Troubleshooting 74 Samsung Recovery 79 Windows recovery function 79...
... 17 Using the computer as a tablet 19 Using the S Pen (optional) 30 Touch screen (optional) 35 Keyboard 37 Touchpad 40 Bluetooth Mouse (optional) 42 Fingerprint recognition 44 Memory card slot 47 External display 49 Wireless LAN 51 Bluetooth Applications 53 Using applications 54 Samsung Settings 55 Samsung Security 57 Samsung Update 58 Online Support (S Service) 59 Samsung PC Help (Self- help application) 60 Samsung PC Cleaner 61 Quick Search Settings & Upgrade 62 LCD brightness 64 Volume 65 BIOS (Setup utility) 71 Battery Troubleshooting 74 Samsung Recovery 79 Windows recovery function 79...
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... to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 3 Note that the computer environment referred in the user manual may vary depending on the model. • Please read this manual before using the touchpad, mouse and touch screen. Available features and additional services may not be subject to upgrades. Instructions for using the touch screen are for using the computer to ensure safe and proper use. • Optional accessories, some devices, and software referred to...
... to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 3 Note that the computer environment referred in the user manual may vary depending on the model. • Please read this manual before using the touchpad, mouse and touch screen. Available features and additional services may not be subject to upgrades. Instructions for using the touch screen are for using the computer to ensure safe and proper use. • Optional accessories, some devices, and software referred to...
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... manual may be changed without prior notice due to carry out an instruction. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. Copyright Copyright © 2020 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. No part of the computer's functions...
... manual may be changed without prior notice due to carry out an instruction. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. Copyright Copyright © 2020 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. No part of the computer's functions...
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...Number/Name Camera indicator light LCD/Touch screen (optional) Operating status LED and Illumination sensor Keyboard Fingerprint recognition sensor Touchpad S Pen (optional) Description • This indicates the camera operating status. • The screen's images are displayed here. • Recognizes touch interactions (Only for touch screen models). • Shows the operating status of the computer. • Enter text or control computer functions. • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognizes fingerprints. Getting started ► For 15.6 inch models 1 Number/Name Microphone...
...Number/Name Camera indicator light LCD/Touch screen (optional) Operating status LED and Illumination sensor Keyboard Fingerprint recognition sensor Touchpad S Pen (optional) Description • This indicates the camera operating status. • The screen's images are displayed here. • Recognizes touch interactions (Only for touch screen models). • Shows the operating status of the computer. • Enter text or control computer functions. • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognizes fingerprints. Getting started ► For 15.6 inch models 1 Number/Name Microphone...
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... adapter to supply power to the computer. • Used to connect an HDMI cable to an external device. • Connect various peripheral devices, such as a mouse, camera, or keyboard. • This port allows to charge USB-C® devices or to connect external display devices. • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. Getting started Left view ► For 13.3 inch models ► For 15.6 inch models 12 34 12 3 4 5 Number/Name DC jack HDMI port USB...
... adapter to supply power to the computer. • Used to connect an HDMI cable to an external device. • Connect various peripheral devices, such as a mouse, camera, or keyboard. • This port allows to charge USB-C® devices or to connect external display devices. • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. Getting started Left view ► For 13.3 inch models ► For 15.6 inch models 12 34 12 3 4 5 Number/Name DC jack HDMI port USB...
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... displayed anymore. Getting started Bottom view Number/Name Description • Sucks in outside air and discharges heat generated inside the computer 1 through these holes. You will not be dangerous. • Provides power to the computer when 2 not connected to a Samsung Service Center. For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center. 12 Internal battery • To remove or replace the internal battery, take it to an AC adapter...
... displayed anymore. Getting started Bottom view Number/Name Description • Sucks in outside air and discharges heat generated inside the computer 1 through these holes. You will not be dangerous. • Provides power to the computer when 2 not connected to a Samsung Service Center. For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center. 12 Internal battery • To remove or replace the internal battery, take it to an AC adapter...
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Select the Start button ( ) → . Action Center The Windows 10 action center allows you can also set personalized hot keys to appear in the action center. For example, you to use. 16 Checking notifications 1 Select on the Windows Settings screen. You can select wireless network options or adjust the volume and screen brightness via hot keys in the action center by selecting the Start button System → Notifications & actions. • Select Expand...
Select the Start button ( ) → . Action Center The Windows 10 action center allows you can also set personalized hot keys to appear in the action center. For example, you to use. 16 Checking notifications 1 Select on the Windows Settings screen. You can select wireless network options or adjust the volume and screen brightness via hot keys in the action center by selecting the Start button System → Notifications & actions. • Select Expand...
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... Basics Using the S Pen (optional) S Pen S Pen button S Pen nib Tweezers Name S Pen nib S Pen button Tweezers Functions • Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as the Air view feature. • Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to display the Air command features. • Remove...
... Basics Using the S Pen (optional) S Pen S Pen button S Pen nib Tweezers Name S Pen nib S Pen button Tweezers Functions • Use the S Pen to write, draw, or perform touch actions on the screen to access additional S Pen features, such as the Air view feature. • Hover the S Pen over the screen and press the S Pen button to display the Air command features. • Remove...
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... change the color or line thickness. Using tools While showing the screen on the connected display, you can write or draw on the external display. To fix the ratio of the selected area to the ratio of the external display, select → the Fixed ratio switch to show in an external display and select Done. To stop displaying the screen, select Stop. A frame for project mode. 4 Select Start...
... change the color or line thickness. Using tools While showing the screen on the connected display, you can write or draw on the external display. To fix the ratio of the selected area to the ratio of the external display, select → the Fixed ratio switch to show in an external display and select Done. To stop displaying the screen, select Stop. A frame for project mode. 4 Select Start...
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Basics Keyboard Enter text or access computer functions with the keyboard. • Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system. • The keyboard layout may differ depending on , press a hot key. When the Fn Lock key turns on the country. Using hot keys To use keyboard hot keys, do one of the following: • Press and hold the Fn key and press a hot key. • Press the Fn Lock key. When the Fn Lock key is on, hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. 35 The hot keys will be mainly explained in this manual.
Basics Keyboard Enter text or access computer functions with the keyboard. • Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operating system. • The keyboard layout may differ depending on , press a hot key. When the Fn Lock key turns on the country. Using hot keys To use keyboard hot keys, do one of the following: • Press and hold the Fn key and press a hot key. • Press the Fn Lock key. When the Fn Lock key is on, hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. 35 The hot keys will be mainly explained in this manual.
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...; Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the camera and the microphone to prevent recording. • Quick Search: Search for content on or off . • Outdoor+ Mode: Set the screen brightness to the maximum level. • Blocking recording feature: Limit the use of the display. • LCD/External monitor: Switch between the LCD and an external display device when an external display device is connected to the computer. • Touchpad: Turn the touchpad function on the device quickly.
...; Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the camera and the microphone to prevent recording. • Quick Search: Search for content on or off . • Outdoor+ Mode: Set the screen brightness to the maximum level. • Blocking recording feature: Limit the use of the display. • LCD/External monitor: Switch between the LCD and an external display device when an external display device is connected to the computer. • Touchpad: Turn the touchpad function on the device quickly.
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... fingerprint Create a password and PIN first to use the fingerprint scan feature. 1 Select the Start button Accounts → Sign-in options. 2 Select Password → Add to create a password. 3 Select Windows Hello PIN → Add to create a PIN number. 4 Select Windows Hello Fingerprint → Set up to start the fingerprint registration. 5 Select Get started on the Windows Hello setup window. 6 Enter your PIN in to Windows, apps, and services by teaching Windows to recognize...
... fingerprint Create a password and PIN first to use the fingerprint scan feature. 1 Select the Start button Accounts → Sign-in options. 2 Select Password → Add to create a password. 3 Select Windows Hello PIN → Add to create a PIN number. 4 Select Windows Hello Fingerprint → Set up to start the fingerprint registration. 5 Select Get started on the Windows Hello setup window. 6 Enter your PIN in to Windows, apps, and services by teaching Windows to recognize...
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Applications Using applications • Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. • Some applications may not work depending on the model. • Applications that are provided by Samsung can be supported depending on the application manufacturer. 53 Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not be installed from Samsung Update. • Third-party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third-party applications, please contact the relevant manufacturer.
Applications Using applications • Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version. • Some applications may not work depending on the model. • Applications that are provided by Samsung can be supported depending on the application manufacturer. 53 Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not be installed from Samsung Update. • Third-party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third-party applications, please contact the relevant manufacturer.
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... on the computer easily and conveniently. This step appears only when the application runs for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications over the Internet. This application enables the user to search for the first time. 3 Select Update all. Applications Samsung Update Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the model and the application version. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Samsung Update. 2 Read and agree to be...
... on the computer easily and conveniently. This step appears only when the application runs for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications over the Internet. This application enables the user to search for the first time. 3 Select Update all. Applications Samsung Update Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the model and the application version. 1 Select the Start button ( ) → Samsung Update. 2 Read and agree to be...
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... to the default settings. - Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Security: Configure security functions. - Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - Restore: Cancel changes. - SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - related settings. Save: Save settings. - Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Help • Setup menu - Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 66 Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen...
... to the default settings. - Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Security: Configure security functions. - Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - Restore: Cancel changes. - SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - related settings. Save: Save settings. - Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Help • Setup menu - Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 66 Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen...
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... an option menu to open the list. 6 Select an option. 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. For some models, to restart without saving the changes. 69 Select Exit → Ok to cancel the password, select Cancel in the Setup Notice window. Settings & Upgrade Removing a password 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Security menu. 4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User Password, or HDD Password). 5 Enter...
... an option menu to open the list. 6 Select an option. 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. For some models, to restart without saving the changes. 69 Select Exit → Ok to cancel the password, select Cancel in the Setup Notice window. Settings & Upgrade Removing a password 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Security menu. 4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User Password, or HDD Password). 5 Enter...
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... battery capacity and the remaining battery charge. 70 In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display will be reduced by discharging the battery completely using the Battery Calibration function, and then recharging it again. To stop the operation, press the Esc key. Touch Pad Mouse On Touch Pad S3 Wake-up Off USB S3 Wake-up Off USB charging USB S3 Wake-up On Smart Battery Calibration > Aptio Setup Utility - The screen...
... battery capacity and the remaining battery charge. 70 In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge display will be reduced by discharging the battery completely using the Battery Calibration function, and then recharging it again. To stop the operation, press the Esc key. Touch Pad Mouse On Touch Pad S3 Wake-up Off USB S3 Wake-up Off USB charging USB S3 Wake-up On Smart Battery Calibration > Aptio Setup Utility - The screen...
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... the computer is to the manufacturers instructions. There is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with this system, make sure that the total power rating on the bottom of explosion if the CMOS battery is a danger of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. Appendix • Ensure that the fan vents on the products plugged...
... the computer is to the manufacturers instructions. There is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with this system, make sure that the total power rating on the bottom of explosion if the CMOS battery is a danger of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. Appendix • Ensure that the fan vents on the products plugged...
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Liquid has been spilled into the computer. - Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to operate with the equipment specified in the user manual. 2 Devices can cause discomfort or eventually a burn. 99 The unit should be checked by a qualified technician before reuse. 4 Service and repair of devices should be switched off and the battery removed. Appendix • Unplug the system from the computer the...
Liquid has been spilled into the computer. - Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to operate with the equipment specified in the user manual. 2 Devices can cause discomfort or eventually a burn. 99 The unit should be checked by a qualified technician before reuse. 4 Service and repair of devices should be switched off and the battery removed. Appendix • Unplug the system from the computer the...
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Rev. 1.3 www.samsung.com English. 06/2020. Some content may differ from the computer depending on the region, service provider, software version, or computer model, and is subject to change without prior notice.
Rev. 1.3 www.samsung.com English. 06/2020. Some content may differ from the computer depending on the region, service provider, software version, or computer model, and is subject to change without prior notice.