Samsung NP940X3KI User Manual

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Getting started10Number/Name DescriptionExternal monitor port •Connect a monitor, TV, or projector to your computer using a 15 pin D-SUB interface.Yo

Appendix100The power output of the wireless device (or devices), which may be embedded in your notebook, is well below the RF exposure limits as set b

Appendix101European UnionEuropean Union CE marking and compliance noticesProducts intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the Conf

Appendix102Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in the European Union or associated areas if a CE mark with a Notif

Appendix103Nation DescriptionEesti[Estonian]Käesolevaga kinnitab Samsung seadme Notebook PC vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud d

Appendix104Nation DescriptionLatviski[Latvian]Ar šo Samsung deklarē, ka Notebook PC atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to s

Appendix105Nation DescriptionPortuguês[Portuguese]Samsung declara que este Notebook PC está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições

Appendix106Nation DescriptionNorsk[Norwegian]Samsung erklærer herved at utstyret Notebook PC er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevant

Appendix107Manufacturer informationSamsung Electronics Co., Ltd.129, Samsung-Ro, Yeongtong-Gu, Suwon-City, Gyeonggi-Do, 443-742, KoreaSamsung Electro

Appendix108Due to the fact that the frequencies used by 802.11b/802.11g wireless LAN devices may not yet be harmonized in all countries, 802.11b/802.1

Appendix109RTC cautionCAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by th

Getting started11Number/Name DescriptionDC jack •This jack connects to the AC adapter to supply power to the computer.Chargeable USB 3.0 port (opti

Appendix110WEEE symbol informationCorrect disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)(Applicable in countries with separate

Appendix111USA onlyThis Perchlorate warning applies only to primary CR (Manganese Dioxide) Lithium coin cells in the product sold or distributed ONLY

Appendix112Samsung package Take-Back programIn partnering with select recyclers, Samsung offers packaging take-back at no cost to you.Simply call the

Some content may differ from the computer depending on the region, service provider, software version, or computer model, and is subject to change wit

Getting started12Number/Name DescriptionFan vents•The internal heat of the computer is emitted through these holes.•If the vents are blocked the com

Getting started133 The computer turns on automatically when the LCD panel is opened.If the computer does not turn on automatically, press the Power bu

Getting started14Turning the computer off1 Select the Start button ( ).2 Select Power → Shut down.•Save all data before turning off the computer.•Si

Getting started15WindowsMicrosoft Windows is an operating system that is used to control a computer.•Images and available features may differ dependi

Getting started16Deleting a desktop1 Select on the taskbar.2 Move the cursor over the desktop icon you want to delete. Then, select in the upper-ri

Getting started172 When the action center panel appears, select a message to check it.You can enable or disable push notifications for applications. Y

18Double-tappingTo open files or items, double-tap the touch screen.Right-clicking (tapping and holding)To use additional options of an item, tap and

Basics19Spreading and pinchingTo zoom in, spread two fingers apart on an image or text. Pinch to zoom out.DraggingTo move an item to another location,

2Getting started3 About this manual7 Layout13 Turning the computer on and off15 Unlocking the screen15 WindowsBasics18 Touch screen (optional)23 K

Basics20•Do not subject the touch screen to severe impacts or press it with sharp objects. Doing so may damage the touch screen.•Do not allow the to

Basics218Number Description•Delete a preceding character.•Move to the next line.•Create an uppercase character. For all caps, tap it twice.•Change

Basics22Copying and pasting1 Tap and drag your finger across text to select it.2 Tap and hold the text to display the options.3 Select Copy or Cut.4 T

Basics23KeyboardEnter text or access computer functions with the keyboard.•Images and available features may differ depending on the model and operat

Basics24Key/Icon DescriptionF7•Volume Control: Adjust the volume level.F8F9•Keyboard backlight: Turn the keyboard backlight on or off.F10•Hide a se

Basics25ClickingTap the touchpad or press the left touchpad button.orTapClickDouble-clickingDouble-tap the touchpad or press the left touchpad button

Basics26Gesture functionsSwipingTo scroll up, down, left or right to a desired location, swipe with two fingers on the touchpad.orPinchingTo zoom in,

Basics27Touchpad lockPress and hold the Fn key and press the F5 key to lock the touchpad.+Configuring touchpad gesturesConfigure touchpad gestures to

Basics28To use a mini or micro card, insert the card into an adapter before inserting it into the memory card slot.•Some memory cards may not be full

Basics293 Select the pop-up message to open the memory card folder.If a pop-up message appears, select the corresponding window → Continue without sca

3Getting startedAbout this manual•This user manual is specially designed to detail the computer’s functions and features.•The user manual supplied w

Basics30•To use a memory card to exchange data with a digital device, such as a digital camera, formatting the data with the digital device is recomm

Basics31Connecting to a display1 Connect the VGA cable or micro HDMI cable to the corresponding port of the computer.When using a VGA cable, connect t

Basics323 Connect the power cord to the external display.4 Turn on the display and change its display mode to one that supports an external input.5 Pr

Basics33Wired LAN1 Connect a LAN adapter to the wired LAN port of the computer.2 Connect the LAN cable to the LAN adapter.Wired LANTo access the Inter

Basics34•The Network Component name may differ depending on the operating system.•To add a network item such as a client, service, or protocol, sele

Basics35Wake on LAN (WOL) featureActivate the system remotely from sleep mode when a signal, such as a magic packet command, is received via a wired L

Basics36•When connected to a 100 Mbps/1 Gbps wired LAN, a message appears informing the user of connection to a 10 Mbps/100 Mbps wired LAN when the c

Basics37Connecting to a Wi-Fi network1 On the taskbar, select .AP ListWireless LANConnect the computer to a wireless network to use the Internet.The

Basics38Deactivating the Wi-Fi featureWhen you are not using the Wi-Fi feature, turn it off to save battery power.1 Select on the taskbar.2 Select W

Basics39Using the slim security slotYou can secure the computer by connecting a lock and cable to the security slot.Tie the lock and cable to a fixed

Getting started4CopyrightCopyright © 2015 Samsung ElectronicsThis manual is protected under international copyright laws.No part of this manual may be

40ApplicationsUsing applications•Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version.•Some applications may not be sup

Applications41Menu DescriptionGeneral•Set general settings.Power Management•Set power-related settings.Network•Set network functions and settings.D

Applications423 Select Install & Update.4 Select items to update and select OK.Samsung UpdateInstall and update Samsung applications and drivers o

Applications43Installing Samsung PC Help1 On a smartphone, tap Play Store and search for Samsung PC Help.2 Tap INSTALL → ACCEPT to complete the setup.

44Settings & UpgradeLCD brightnessAdjust the LCD brightness to reduce eye strain and save power.Controlling brightness using the keyboard•To dim

Settings & Upgrade452 Select Display → Display Color, and then select an option.•Auto mode: Optimizes the screen automatically for the currently

Settings & Upgrade46•To mute or unmute the volume, press and hold the Fn key and press the F6 key.+Controlling volume using the taskbar1 Select

Settings & Upgrade47Entering the BIOS screen1 Turn on the computer.2 Before the Samsung logo (Samsung ATIV) appears, press the F2 key several time

Settings & Upgrade48Number Name•Setup items•Setup tools–Help: View the help for BIOS set up.–Default: Return to the default settings.–Restore

Settings & Upgrade49Setting passwordsThere are three password settings available: Supervisor Password, User Password, and HDD Password.•Superviso

Getting started5•HDMI, the HDMI logo, and the term High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC

Settings & Upgrade505 Enter a password and select Ok.The password can be up to 20 characters.6 Enter the password again to confirm it and select O

Settings & Upgrade51Boot priorityChange the boot priority from the BIOS setup.1 Turn on the computer.2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the

Settings & Upgrade523 Select Advanced → Smart Battery Calibration.Aptio Setup Utility - Copy (C) XXXX American Megatrends, Inc.Smart Battery Calib

Settings & Upgrade53Charging the battery1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.2 Connect the AC adapter to the DC jack of the computer.3 Plug

Settings & Upgrade54Battery statusMove the cursor over the battery icon on the taskbar to view the current battery charge.Viewing the current batt

Settings & Upgrade55Saving battery powerOn the taskbar, select → Battery saver.Battery saver mode is activated.Battery usage timeBatteries are r

56TroubleshootingSamsung RecoveryWhen a problem occurs with the computer, it is easy to restore the computer back to the factory default settings by u

Troubleshooting572 Select Backup Management → Factory image → Recover.Recovering to factory defaultYou can restore the computer to its factory default

Troubleshooting58Backing up the current systemBack up important data to an alternate internal drive or an external storage device regularly to prevent

Troubleshooting593 Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the backup.Recovering after a backupSelect a backup point saved on an alternate inter

Getting started6Product capacity representationStorage capacity representationThe capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer is cal

Troubleshooting60Copying the drive (making a disk image)To replace the drive, move the data to the new drive by making a disk image. The new drive mus

Troubleshooting615 After the data is saved to another drive, open the cover at the bottom of the computer and replace the existing drive with the new

Troubleshooting62Q&AWhen experiencing problems with the computer, try these solutions.WindowsHow can I uninstall an application?1 On the desktop,

Troubleshooting63Samsung RecoveryWhat is a Recovery Area?The computer has an additional partition for restoring data or saving backup files (only for

Troubleshooting64What is a recovery image?This refers to the operating system, drivers, and software that are converted to a data image. It is require

Troubleshooting65MiscellaneousThe camera and the microphone are not working. How do I turn them on again?When recording protect mode is activated, the

66AppendixProduct specificationsThe system specifications may differ depending on the derived model. For detailed system specifications, refer to the

Appendix67•Use an adjustable chair with firm, comfortable support.•Adjust the height of your chair so that thighs are horizontal to the floor and fe

Appendix68•When using the keyboard and touchpad, the shoulders should be relaxed. The upper arm and forearm should form an angle that is slightly gre

Appendix69•Position the screen at least 50 cm away from your eyes.•Adjust the height of the screen so that its top edge is equal to or just below th

Getting started7Front viewLayout•Features or options may differ depending on the model.•The items marked as optional may not be provided or may be p

Appendix70Operating conditions•Take at least a 10 minute break every hour.•Avoid using the computer in dark locations. Use the computer with as much

Appendix71•You must insert the power plug when the power indicator light (LED) is lit green. If the plug is connected properly, the power indicator l

Appendix72Using an airplane charging converterDepending on the type of airplane you are traveling on, use the auto adapter and charging converter. Ins

Appendix73WarningFailure to follow the instructions marked with this symbol may result in physical injury or fatality.Installation related15 cmKeep th

Appendix74Connect the power cord to the AC adapter firmly.An improper connection may result in a fire.Use only the provided AC adapter.Using a third-p

Appendix75Battery usage relatedKeep the battery, AC adapter, and the power cord away from infants, children, and pets.Failure to do so may result in e

Appendix76Usage relatedDo not use the computer on heated floors or electric pads, or on beds, blankets, or cushions that block the ventilation of the

Appendix77If the computer is dropped or broken, disconnect the power cord and contact a Samsung Service Center. For notebook computers that are suppli

Appendix78Storage and movement relatedDo not store the computer in an enclosed space, such as a computer bag, while it is running.Failure to do so may

Appendix79CautionFailure to follow instructions marked with this symbol may result in minor physical injury or damage to the computer.Installation rel

Getting started8Number/Name DescriptionPower button•Turns the computer on and off.Touchpad•Moves the cursor and selects options.•Functions as a mou

Appendix80Only use a Samsung-authorized battery.Failure to do so may cause an explosion.Keep the battery terminals away from metal objects such as car

Appendix81In case of lightning, immediately turn the system off, disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and phone line from modem. Do not use

Appendix82Do not insert the fingers into the PC Card Slot.There is a danger of injury or electric shock.Use recommended computer cleansing solutions w

Appendix83Make sure to close the computer cover before connecting the power after a reassembly.There is a danger of electric shock if your body touche

Appendix84Cautions 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 sensi

Appendix85LCD bad pixelsSamsung observes strict specifications regarding the quality and reliability of the LCD. However, there is a small chance that

Appendix86Setting up the system•Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before operating the system. Retain a

Appendix87Care during use•Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.•Do not spill anything on the computer or its components. Th

Appendix88Operating instructions1 When installing and operating devices please refer to safety requirements in the user manual.2 Devices can be used o

Appendix89Battery disposalDo not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage.Contact the Sam

Getting started9Number/Name DescriptionCharging status LED •This shows the power source and the battery charge status.–Red: Charging–Green: Fully c

Appendix90•Laser Safety Note: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may result in haz

Appendix91General requirementsThe requirements listed below are applicable to all countries:•All power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable ac

Appendix92The RF field strength of the wireless device or devices that may be embedded in the notebook are well below all international RF exposure li

Appendix93•Every country has different restrictions on the use of wireless devices. Since your system is equipped with a wireless device, when travel

Appendix94Explosive Device Proximity WarningDo not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or

Appendix95This 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. These

Appendix96Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15(If fitted with 2.4 G band or 5 G band)Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless c

Appendix97Health and safety informationExposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals Certification InformationThis product can contain an embedded radio tr

Appendix98For corresponding model onlyThe Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is a measure of the rate of absorption of RF energy by the human body express

Appendix99The term “IC” before the equipment certification number only signifies that the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. To reduce