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...15 Unlocking the screen 15 Windows Basics 17 Using the computer as a tablet 19 Using the Active Pen (optional) 26 Touch screen (optional) 31 Keyboard 33 Touchpad 36 Fingerprint recognition 39 Memory card slot 41 External display 43 Wireless LAN 45 Bluetooth 47 Thunderbolt™ 3 Applications 49 Using applications 50 Samsung Settings 51 Samsung Security 53 Samsung Update 54 Online Support (S Service) 55 Samsung PC Help (Self-help application) 56 Samsung PC Cleaner Settings & Upgrade 57 LCD brightness 59 Volume 60 BIOS (Setup utility) 66 Battery Troubleshooting 69 Samsung Recovery 74 Windows...
...15 Unlocking the screen 15 Windows Basics 17 Using the computer as a tablet 19 Using the Active Pen (optional) 26 Touch screen (optional) 31 Keyboard 33 Touchpad 36 Fingerprint recognition 39 Memory card slot 41 External display 43 Wireless LAN 45 Bluetooth 47 Thunderbolt™ 3 Applications 49 Using applications 50 Samsung Settings 51 Samsung Security 53 Samsung Update 54 Online Support (S Service) 55 Samsung PC Help (Self-help application) 56 Samsung PC Cleaner Settings & Upgrade 57 LCD brightness 59 Volume 60 BIOS (Setup utility) 66 Battery Troubleshooting 69 Samsung Recovery 74 Windows...
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... computer's default settings and the Windows 10 operating system. Getting started About this manual before using the touch screen are those of the representative model of the manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 3 Note that the computer environment referred in this manual may not be provided or may not be subject to upgrades. Instructions for using the touchpad, mouse and touch screen. Available features and additional services may vary...
... computer's default settings and the Windows 10 operating system. Getting started About this manual before using the touch screen are those of the representative model of the manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com. 3 Note that the computer environment referred in this manual may not be provided or may not be subject to upgrades. Instructions for using the touchpad, mouse and touch screen. Available features and additional services may vary...
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Copyright Copyright © 2019 Samsung Electronics This manual is protected under international copyright laws. No part of this manual may be changed without the prior written permission of the computer's functions. 4 For example, "select Settings → Devices" indicates that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that...
Copyright Copyright © 2019 Samsung Electronics This manual is protected under international copyright laws. No part of this manual may be changed without the prior written permission of the computer's functions. 4 For example, "select Settings → Devices" indicates that could cause injury to yourself or others Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that...
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... screen with your finger. • Make sure not to press the Power button when you connect an external device, such as possible, cover the fingerprint recognition sensor with your fingerprint. • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to supply power to the USB-C™ port. 10 Getting started Right view 1 2 3 Number/Name Memory card slot Power button/ Fingerprint recognition sensor USB-C™ port Description • Insert a memory card into the slot. • Turns...
... screen with your finger. • Make sure not to press the Power button when you connect an external device, such as possible, cover the fingerprint recognition sensor with your fingerprint. • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to supply power to the USB-C™ port. 10 Getting started Right view 1 2 3 Number/Name Memory card slot Power button/ Fingerprint recognition sensor USB-C™ port Description • Insert a memory card into the slot. • Turns...
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... the USB-C™ port or Thunderbolt™ 3 port Charging the computer Connect an external power supply (sold separately) with a rating level higher than 10 W (5 V, 2 A) that supports USB-C™ or USB BC 1.2. Getting started Left view 1 2 Number/Name Earpiece/Headset jack Thunderbolt™ 3 port Description • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. • Connect and charge a USB-C™ and Thunderbolt™ 3 device, or connect to use it...
... the USB-C™ port or Thunderbolt™ 3 port Charging the computer Connect an external power supply (sold separately) with a rating level higher than 10 W (5 V, 2 A) that supports USB-C™ or USB BC 1.2. Getting started Left view 1 2 Number/Name Earpiece/Headset jack Thunderbolt™ 3 port Description • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. • Connect and charge a USB-C™ and Thunderbolt™ 3 device, or connect to use it...
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For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center. 12 You will be charged for this service. 1 Speaker • Sound is emitted from the speakers. 2 If the case on the bottom of the device is replaced, the laser-carved model name, serial number, and various logos will not be displayed anymore. Getting started Bottom view 2 Number/Name Description • Provides power to the computer when not connected to a Samsung Service Center. Internal battery • To remove or replace the internal battery, take it to an AC adapter.
For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center. 12 You will be charged for this service. 1 Speaker • Sound is emitted from the speakers. 2 If the case on the bottom of the device is replaced, the laser-carved model name, serial number, and various logos will not be displayed anymore. Getting started Bottom view 2 Number/Name Description • Provides power to the computer when not connected to a Samsung Service Center. Internal battery • To remove or replace the internal battery, take it to an AC adapter.
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Select the Start button ( ) → Windows System → Control Panel. 2 When the action center panel appears, select a message to change after the Windows Settings screen appears. For example, 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 or Collapse to expand or minimize the action center menu and select the...
Select the Start button ( ) → Windows System → Control Panel. 2 When the action center panel appears, select a message to change after the Windows Settings screen appears. For example, 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 or Collapse to expand or minimize the action center menu and select the...
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The hot keys will be mainly explained in this manual. When the Fn Lock key LED turns on , hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. 31 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 , press a hot key. 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 the country.
The hot keys will be mainly explained in this manual. When the Fn Lock key LED turns on , hot keys are activated without pressing the Fn key. 31 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 , press a hot key. 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 the country.
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... the hot keys do not work properly, install the Samsung Settings application. 32 Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 Description • Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the display. • LCD/External monitor: Switch between the LCD and an external display device when an external display device is flipped. This feature may not be available in some applications, such as games. • Wi-Fi network: Turn...
... the hot keys do not work properly, install the Samsung Settings application. 32 Basics Hot key functions Key/Icon F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 Description • Samsung Settings: Launch the Samsung Settings application. • Screen brightness control: Adjust the brightness of the display. • LCD/External monitor: Switch between the LCD and an external display device when an external display device is flipped. This feature may not be available in some applications, such as games. • Wi-Fi network: Turn...
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The cables and adapters required to connect an external display are sold separately. External display Connecting the computer to an external display device can be reviewed or modified. • Inserting and removing a memory card repeatedly may damage the memory card. • Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) is not supported. • If the write-protect tab is compatible with the computer. 41 USB-C™ display cable Check the available ports on the display device to ensure...
The cables and adapters required to connect an external display are sold separately. External display Connecting the computer to an external display device can be reviewed or modified. • Inserting and removing a memory card repeatedly may damage the memory card. • Secure Digital Input Output (SDIO) is not supported. • If the write-protect tab is compatible with the computer. 41 USB-C™ display cable Check the available ports on the display device to ensure...
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... the external display. 4 Turn on the computer monitor only. USB-C™ port or Thunderbolt™ 3 port HDMI port 3 Connect the power cord to one that supports an external input. 5 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F4 key. 6 Select a mode. Extend Extend the screen to the HDMI port of the external display. You can select the dual view (extend) mode. Second screen only Show the screen on the Multiple displays option. 42 Select the Start button...
... the external display. 4 Turn on the computer monitor only. USB-C™ port or Thunderbolt™ 3 port HDMI port 3 Connect the power cord to one that supports an external input. 5 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F4 key. 6 Select a mode. Extend Extend the screen to the HDMI port of the external display. You can select the dual view (extend) mode. Second screen only Show the screen on the Multiple displays option. 42 Select the Start button...
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...; 3 cable (sold separately) to connect the computers via their Thunderbolt™ 3 ports. 2 Select Control Panel → Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Change advanced sharing settings. 3 Set your network profile sharing options and select Save changes to the Thunderbolt™ 3 port. Connecting two computers that support Thunderbolt™ 3. Using Thunderbolt™ 3 devices Connect the Thunderbolt™ 3 device to save your settings. The following screen is an example of selecting Turn on network...
...; 3 cable (sold separately) to connect the computers via their Thunderbolt™ 3 ports. 2 Select Control Panel → Network and Internet → Network and Sharing Center → Change advanced sharing settings. 3 Set your network profile sharing options and select Save changes to the Thunderbolt™ 3 port. Connecting two computers that support Thunderbolt™ 3. Using Thunderbolt™ 3 devices Connect the Thunderbolt™ 3 device to save your settings. The following screen is an example of selecting Turn on network...
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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. 49
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. 49
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... 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 search for the first time. 3 Select Update all. This step appears only when the application runs for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications over the Internet. Or, select Install or Update of the item to be updated. 53 This application enables the user...
... 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 search for the first time. 3 Select Update all. This step appears only when the application runs for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications over the Internet. Or, select Install or Update of the item to be updated. 53 This application enables the user...
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... can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. related settings. The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 61 Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - -Help: View the help for BIOS set up. - -Default: Return to the default settings. - -Restore: Cancel changes. - -Save: Save settings. - -Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Help • Setup menu - -SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - -Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - -Security: Configure security functions. - -Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Settings & Upgrade...
... can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. related settings. The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 61 Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - -Help: View the help for BIOS set up. - -Default: Return to the default settings. - -Restore: Cancel changes. - -Save: Save settings. - -Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Help • Setup menu - -SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - -Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - -Security: Configure security functions. - -Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Settings & Upgrade...
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... key several times. 3 Access the Security menu. 4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User Password, or HDD Password). 5 Enter the current password and select Ok. 6 Without entering any characters, select Ok → Ok. 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. Boot priority Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Boot menu. 4 Select Boot Device Priority. 5 Select an option menu to open...
... key several times. 3 Access the Security menu. 4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User Password, or HDD Password). 5 Enter the current password and select Ok. 6 Without entering any characters, select Ok → Ok. 7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart. Boot priority Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup. 1 Turn on the computer. 2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Boot menu. 4 Select Boot Device Priority. 5 Select an option menu to open...
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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 - 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. This operation requires 3-5 hours depending on , and press the F2 key to enter the Setup screen. 3 Select Advanced...
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 - 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. This operation requires 3-5 hours depending on , and press the F2 key to enter the Setup screen. 3 Select Advanced...
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... CMOS battery requires replacement ensure that the total power rating on the computer or its components. • Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the bottom of electrical current still flows through the computer. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is turned off, a small amount of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright...
... CMOS battery requires replacement ensure that the total power rating on the computer or its components. • Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the bottom of electrical current still flows through the computer. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is turned off, a small amount of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright...
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... during normal operation (particularly when AC Power is damaged. - -The computer performance changes. The surface temperature of time. 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. Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to operate with exposed skin can be used only with the equipment specified in the user manual. 2 Devices can...
... during normal operation (particularly when AC Power is damaged. - -The computer performance changes. The surface temperature of time. 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. Operating instructions 1 When installing and operating devices please refer to operate with exposed skin can be used only with the equipment specified in the user manual. 2 Devices can...
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www.samsung.com English. 05/2019. 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. 1.1
www.samsung.com English. 05/2019. 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. 1.1