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... S Pen 26 Touch screen 31 Keyboard 33 Touchpad 36 Fingerprint recognition 38 Memory card slot 41 External display 43 Wireless LAN 45 Bluetooth 47 Thunderbolt™ 4 Applications 49 Using applications 50 Samsung Settings 51 Samsung Notes 55 Samsung Security 58 Samsung Update 59 Online Support (S Service) 60 Samsung PC Cleaner 61 Screen Recorder 62 Quick Search 63 Samsung Flow 63 Samsung Studio Plus 64 Samsung Voice Note 64 Samsung Gallery Settings & Upgrade 65 Display brightness 67 Volume 68 BIOS (Setup utility) 74 Battery Troubleshooting 77 Samsung Recovery 82 Windows recovery function 82...
... S Pen 26 Touch screen 31 Keyboard 33 Touchpad 36 Fingerprint recognition 38 Memory card slot 41 External display 43 Wireless LAN 45 Bluetooth 47 Thunderbolt™ 4 Applications 49 Using applications 50 Samsung Settings 51 Samsung Notes 55 Samsung Security 58 Samsung Update 59 Online Support (S Service) 60 Samsung PC Cleaner 61 Screen Recorder 62 Quick Search 63 Samsung Flow 63 Samsung Studio Plus 64 Samsung Voice Note 64 Samsung Gallery Settings & Upgrade 65 Display brightness 67 Volume 68 BIOS (Setup utility) 74 Battery Troubleshooting 77 Samsung Recovery 82 Windows recovery function 82...
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... or operating system. • This user manual describes procedures for models with the touch screen feature. • Images and screenshots are those of the representative model of the manual, refer to change without prior notice. 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 in this manual • This user manual is subject to the Samsung...
... or operating system. • This user manual describes procedures for models with the touch screen feature. • Images and screenshots are those of the representative model of the manual, refer to change without prior notice. 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 in this manual • This user manual is subject to the Samsung...
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No part of the computer's functions. 4 Computer specifications or the contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any... Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. Copyright Copyright © 2021 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. This manual is protected under international copyright laws. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that ...
No part of the computer's functions. 4 Computer specifications or the contents of this manual may be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any... Caution: situations that you should select Settings and then Devices. Copyright Copyright © 2021 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen. This manual is protected under international copyright laws. Getting started Instructional icons and expressions Warning: situations that ...
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... for touch screen models). • Turns the computer on . • When the surroundings become bright, the keyboard backlight turns off . • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognizes fingerprints. Scans a fingerprint to Windows, apps, and services. • Enter text or control computer functions. • Moves the cursor and selects options. • Functions as a mouse. 8 Getting started Number/Name Microphone Ambient light sensor Camera Camera indicator light Description • You can take still pictures and record video...
... for touch screen models). • Turns the computer on . • When the surroundings become bright, the keyboard backlight turns off . • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognizes fingerprints. Scans a fingerprint to Windows, apps, and services. • Enter text or control computer functions. • Moves the cursor and selects options. • Functions as a mouse. 8 Getting started Number/Name Microphone Ambient light sensor Camera Camera indicator light Description • You can take still pictures and record video...
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... charge USB Type-C devices or to connect external display devices. • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. 10 Right view 1 23 Number/Name Memory card slot USB Type-C port Earpiece/ Headset jack Description • Insert a memory card into the slot. • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to supply power to Windows, apps, and services. • Enter numbers. • Enter text or control computer functions. • Moves the cursor and selects options. • Functions...
... charge USB Type-C devices or to connect external display devices. • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. 10 Right view 1 23 Number/Name Memory card slot USB Type-C port Earpiece/ Headset jack Description • Insert a memory card into the slot. • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to supply power to Windows, apps, and services. • Enter numbers. • Enter text or control computer functions. • Moves the cursor and selects options. • Functions...
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Getting started Left view 1 23 Number/Name USB Type-C port Thunderbolt™ 4 port Operating status LED Description • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to charge USB Type-C devices or to connect external display devices. • Connect and charge a USB Type-C device and Thunderbolt™ device, or connect to the computer. Some features may not be used to supply power to an external display device. It can also be supported depending on your device's specifications. • Shows the operating status of the computer. 11
Getting started Left view 1 23 Number/Name USB Type-C port Thunderbolt™ 4 port Operating status LED Description • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to charge USB Type-C devices or to connect external display devices. • Connect and charge a USB Type-C device and Thunderbolt™ device, or connect to the computer. Some features may not be used to supply power to an external display device. It can also be supported depending on your device's specifications. • Shows the operating status of the computer. 11
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... supports USB Type-C or USB BC 1.2. Use an external power supply (sold separately) to the USB Type-C port or Thunderbolt™ 4 port to use it to the computer. • It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a connected device. • The battery power level may be reduced when charging a connected device while the computer is powered by connecting it as the auxiliary power or charge the computer. Getting started The charging feature of the connected device is not displayed...
... supports USB Type-C or USB BC 1.2. Use an external power supply (sold separately) to the USB Type-C port or Thunderbolt™ 4 port to use it to the computer. • It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a connected device. • The battery power level may be reduced when charging a connected device while the computer is powered by connecting it as the auxiliary power or charge the computer. Getting started The charging feature of the connected device is not displayed...
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... bottom of the device is emitted from the speakers. You will not be dangerous. 2 • Provides power to the computer when 3 not connected to a Samsung Service Center. Speaker • Sound is replaced, the laser-carved model name, serial number, and various logos will be charged for this may overheat. Internal • To remove or replace the internal battery battery, take it to an AC adapter. Fan vents • If...
... bottom of the device is emitted from the speakers. You will not be dangerous. 2 • Provides power to the computer when 3 not connected to a Samsung Service Center. Speaker • Sound is replaced, the laser-carved model name, serial number, and various logos will be charged for this may overheat. Internal • To remove or replace the internal battery battery, take it to an AC adapter. Fan vents • If...
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... updates. You can also configure the settings from the Control Panel like previous OS versions. For example, you want to expand or minimize the action center menu and select the feature you can select wireless network options or adjust the volume and screen brightness via quick actions in the action center by selecting the Start button System → Notifications & actions. • Select Expand or Collapse to change...
... updates. You can also configure the settings from the Control Panel like previous OS versions. For example, you want to expand or minimize the action center menu and select the feature you can select wireless network options or adjust the volume and screen brightness via quick actions in the action center by selecting the Start button System → Notifications & actions. • Select Expand or Collapse to change...
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... using the following tools. Selected area 25 The selected area will appear. To fix the ratio of the selected area to the ratio of the external display, select and 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. Start is activated only when the project mode is set...
... using the following tools. Selected area 25 The selected area will appear. To fix the ratio of the selected area to the ratio of the external display, select and 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. Start is activated only when the project mode is set...
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... the camera and the microphone to prevent recording. • Performance mode: Change the system's performance mode. • Fn Lock: Lock the Fn key so that hot keys can be used without pressing the Fn key. 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. • Display/External monitor: Switch between the display and an external display device when an external display device is connected...
... the camera and the microphone to prevent recording. • Performance mode: Change the system's performance mode. • Fn Lock: Lock the Fn key so that hot keys can be used without pressing the Fn key. 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. • Display/External monitor: Switch between the display and an external display device when an external display device is connected...
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... services by teaching Windows to start the fingerprint registration. 5 Select Get started on the Windows Hello setup window. 6 Enter your PIN 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 recognize your finger on the model. 36 Registering your fingerprint Create a password and PIN first to use the fingerprint scan feature. 1 Select the Start button...
... services by teaching Windows to start the fingerprint registration. 5 Select Get started on the Windows Hello setup window. 6 Enter your PIN 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 recognize your finger on the model. 36 Registering your fingerprint Create a password and PIN first to use the fingerprint scan feature. 1 Select the Start button...
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Select the Start button System → Display, and then select Detect on the computer monitor only. PC screen only Show the screen on the Multiple displays option. 42 Duplicate Show the screen on the display and change its display mode to one that supports an external input. 5 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F4 key. 6 Select a mode. You can also select the display mode in Windows settings. Basics 3 Connect the power cord...
Select the Start button System → Display, and then select Detect on the computer monitor only. PC screen only Show the screen on the Multiple displays option. 42 Duplicate Show the screen on the display and change its display mode to one that supports an external input. 5 Press and hold the Fn key and press the F4 key. 6 Select a mode. You can also select the display mode in Windows settings. Basics 3 Connect the power cord...
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... use Thunderbolt™ devices or share files and printers by connecting two computers that support Thunderbolt™ 1 Use a Thunderbolt™ cable (sold separately) to connect the computers via their Thunderbolt™ 4 ports. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → Windows System → 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™ 4 port. The following screen...
... use Thunderbolt™ devices or share files and printers by connecting two computers that support Thunderbolt™ 1 Use a Thunderbolt™ cable (sold separately) to connect the computers via their Thunderbolt™ 4 ports. 2 Select the Start button ( ) → Windows System → 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™ 4 port. The following screen...
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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 installed from Samsung Update. • Third-party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third-party applications, please contact the relevant manufacturer. Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not be supported depending on the application manufacturer. 49
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 installed from Samsung Update. • Third-party software related services For descriptions about and service requests for third-party applications, please contact the relevant manufacturer. Some troubleshooting actions in response to service requests may not be supported depending on the application manufacturer. 49
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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 the User Agreement. This step appears only when the application runs for available updates, the computer must be connected to the Internet. • Only applications that have been installed with this application can be updated. 58 This application enables the user to...
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 the User Agreement. This step appears only when the application runs for available updates, the computer must be connected to the Internet. • Only applications that have been installed with this application can be updated. 58 This application enables the user to...
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Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - Save: Save settings. - SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 69 You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Setup menu - Restore: Cancel changes. - Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below. Default: Return to the default settings. - Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Help: View the help for BIOS set ...
Number Name • Setup items • Setup tools - Save: Save settings. - SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the computer. - The BIOS setup screen appears only in English. 69 You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse. Exit: Exit BIOS setup. • Setup menu - Restore: Cancel changes. - Settings & Upgrade The BIOS screen The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below. Default: Return to the default settings. - Advanced: Configure the chipsets and additional functions. - Boot: Configure peripherals and boot- Help: View the help for BIOS set ...
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... the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Boot menu. 4 Select Boot Device Priority. 5 Select 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. 72 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 the current password and select...
... the F2 key several times. 3 Access the Boot menu. 4 Select Boot Device Priority. 5 Select 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. 72 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 the current password and select...
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... the system board. To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all times. Replace the battery with this system, make sure that the total power rating on the bottom of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. The best way to avoid spills is to the manufacturers instructions. If the CMOS battery requires replacement ensure that...
... the system board. To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all times. Replace the battery with this system, make sure that the total power rating on the bottom of the casing are clear at all power cables, remove the battery and modem cables from surrounding light and bright surfaces. The best way to avoid spills is to the manufacturers instructions. If the CMOS battery requires replacement ensure that...
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www.samsung.com English. 03/2021. Rev. 1.0 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.
www.samsung.com English. 03/2021. Rev. 1.0 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.