Samsung N870 User Manual

Using Your Documentation 1Using Your DocumentationCongratulations on your purchase of a Notebook computer. Whether you are new to using a portable c

10 Using Your Computer for the First Time •Avoid using or storing the computer in extremely hot or cold areas, such as a car on a hot day. Keep the

100 Working with PC Cards Windows 98/ MeWindows 98/ Me automatically assigns computer resources (such as communication ports and memory addresses)

Working with PC Cards 101•Some of LAN (local-area network) cards can be inserted while the computer is on but should be removed only when the system

102 Using Options Using OptionsYou can order the following options for your Notebook computer from your authorised reseller: •An extra AC adapter.•

Using Options 103Hard DrivesYou can order optional hard drives for your system. A hard drive can be installed in the hard-drive compartment to repla

104 Using Options •If you are in an automobile, turn on the automobile’s ignition to supply power to the adapter. In some vehicles, power to the ci

Using Options 105•Be careful in handling the metal plate of the memory door.Installing a Memory ModuleHandle a memory module carefully. Hold them on

106 Using Options a. Pull the tabs on the connector slot outward slightly, until the edge of the memory module pops up (Figure 26).Figure 26. Remo

Using Options 107CD-ROM DriveIf your system did not ship with a CD-ROM drive included, you can order a drive. See ”Using the CD-ROM Drive” on page 2

108 About Drivers and System Resources About Drivers and System ResourcesThis section gives you basic information about drivers and system IRQs.Dri

About Drivers and System Resources 109In Windows 98/ Me, you can configure a device so that the device is disabled when you connect your computer to

Using Your Computer for the First Time 11Handling SpillsDo not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and

110 About Drivers and System Resources b. When a prompt identifies your pcmcia.sys file as an OEM-installed file and asks you to overwrite the vers

Troubleshooting 111TroubleshootingIf you ever have difficulty running your computer, follow these steps: 1. Consult the following sections for advic

112 Troubleshooting the microprocessor and the hard drive to slow down when the computer is not busy. Certain software programs “hang” during opera

Troubleshooting 113•Make sure that nothing is obstructing the file transfer path between the computer’s infrared port and the receiving infrared dev

114 Troubleshooting Depending on telephone line status,or types of Fax machines/programs that send/receive the Fax, Fax transmission/reception may

Specifications 115SpecificationsTable 11 gives the specifications for computers.Table 11. Hardware Specifications Dimension* LCD viewing areaLCD vi

116 Specifications Lithium-Ion Smart BatteryNormal Weight 0.99lb (450g)Nominal open circuit voltage 11.1 VDCCapacity, typical 5400 mAhr, 60whrCharg

Abbreviations 117Abbreviations Your computer’s documentation uses the following abbreviations:A . . . . . . . . . AmperesAC . . . . . . . . Alterna

118 Abbreviations Hz . . . . . . . . HertzIDE . . . . . . . Integrated drive electronics in . . . . . . . . . InchesI/O . . . . . . . . Input

Abbreviations 119USB . . . . . . . Universal serial busV . . . . . . . . . VoltVAC . . . . . . Voltage alternating currentVCC . . . . . . Voltage

12 Using the Keyboard Using the KeyboardYour computer has an 87/88-key keyboard (Figure 7). By pressing designated key combinations, you can have a

120 Glossary GlossaryAC adapterThe AC (or alternating current) adapter regulates current coming into your computer from the wall outlet. The curren

Glossary 121Cache memoryCache is very fast, zero-wait-state memory located between the microprocessor and main memory. Cache reduces the average tim

122 Glossary DMA (direct memory access)A method of transferring data from a device to memory without having the data pass through the microprocesso

Glossary 123liquid aligns the crystals so that light can or cannot pass through them, creating an image.MB(megabyte)1,024 kilobytes.Megabit1,048,576

124 Glossary Refresh rateThe refresh rate is the rate at which the image on the LCD screen is rewritten to the screen. A fast refresh rate helps ke

Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration 125Recording the Computer Hardware ConfigurationIn the spaces provided, write the System Setup program

126 Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration ADVANCED MENUInstalled O/S: Other/WinNT4.0 Win95/Win98APMWin98ACPI/Win2000PS/2 Mouse: Disabled S

Recording the Computer Hardware Configuration 127Large Disk Access Mode: DOS OtherSECURITY MENUSet password ___________Password on boot: Enabled Dis

aNoticesNo part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical photoc

b Important Safety InstructionRead all of these instructions, and save these instructions for later use.• Follow all warnings and instructions mar

Using the Keyboard 13To clean the computer keyboard, use slightly damp cotton swabs. Scrub the keyand the surface around the keys. Do not allow liqu

c• The battery should not be used to power other products.• Do not dispose of a used battery in a fire or incinerator, as an explosion may result.•

d Federal Communications Commission (FCC)This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

eFederal Communications Commission (FCC) Part 68 StatementNote:This equipment compiles with part of the FCC rules. On the back of this equipment is

f This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to sta

gCLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.CAUTIONThe laser beam used by this CD-ROM drive unit can be harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to open the unit. All serv

h Power Cord RequirementThe power cord set (appliance coupler, flexible cord, and wall plug) you received with your computer meets the requirement

iNotes:* Flexible cord must be <HAR> Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall p

14 Using the Keyboard Using Special Function KeysThe <Fn> key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another key.

Using the Keyboard 15When you press a function key combination, the system sound may be temporarily muted.Quick Start ButtonsUse Quick start buttons

16 Using the Touchpad Using the TouchpadYour computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform s

Using the Touchpad 17You can also use the scroll buttons as the way you would use the standard mouse scroll button. It is convenient to drag the scr

18 Reading the System Status Lights Reading the System Status LightsSystem Status lights show the status of computer functions.Figure 11. System S

Reading the System Status Lights 19Num Lock light: Light is on when the embedded numeric keypad is activated. See ”Using the Numeric Keypad” on page

2 Using Your Documentation Using the Software User DocumentationYour computer shipped from the factory with several software programs installed. Th

20 Connecting Peripheral Devices Connecting Peripheral DevicesThe connectors on your computer enable you to attach peripheral devices to the comput

Connecting Peripheral Devices 21Table 4. Connecting Peripheral DevicesIcon ConnectorPS/2 (IBM Personal System/2) mouse and keyboard port: Connect a

22 Connecting Peripheral Devices If your computer’s operating system is Windows 98, Windows Me or Windows 2000, you can enable and use the USB port

Using the Flex-Bay 23Using the Flex-BayYour computer includes the Flex-Bay, a peripheral bay that can hold one of the following devices:•CD-ROM driv

24 Using the Flex-Bay To install a device in the Flex-Bay:1. Turn the computer’s power off. 2. Place the device into the bay. 3. Push the device in

Using the Flex-Bay 25If you have difficulty in getting a device detected, go through the Remove procedure and Insert procedure again.

26 Using the Floppy Drive Using the Floppy DriveYour computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, high-density floppy drive, which can read, write to,

Using the Floppy Drive 27Magnetic fields can destroy the information on a disk.•Do not write directly on a label on your disk; instead, write on a d

28 Using the CD-ROM Drive Using the CD-ROM DriveCompact discs are designed so that you can easily insert one into the computer when you need it, an

Using the CD-ROM Drive 29If necessary, you can use the emergency eject button to open the CD-ROM drive. To use the emergency eject button, turn the

Introducing Your Computer 3Introducing Your ComputerYour computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features to meet your computing n

30 Using the DVD-ROM Drive Using the DVD-ROM Drive See ”Using the Flex-Bay” on page 23 for information on installing the DVD-ROM drive into the com

Using the Hard Drive 31Using the Hard DriveYour computer includes a removable IDE (integrated drive electronics) hard drive. The IDE hard drive can

32 Using the Hard Drive Removing the Hard DriveTo prevent loss of data and damage to the disk, do not remove the hard drive while the computer’s po

Using the Hard Drive 334. If you intend to use save to disk mode, see “Creating a Save to Disk Partition” on page 81.5. Format your drive and reinst

34 Using the Battery Using the BatteryYour computer uses a smart rechargeable Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack for power when the AC adapter is no

Using the Battery 35Safely Using the BatteryFollow these guidelines to safely use the battery:•Turn off your computer and unplug it if you accidenta

36 Using the Battery 3. Slide the battery compartment cover straight up and off the computer (Figure 17).Figure 17. Removing the Battery Pack4. Gr

Using the Battery 375. Push the cover straight down until it snaps into place.Figure 18. Installing the BatteryMonitoring the Battery ChargeBattery

38 Using the Battery •Indicates that the computer is powered by the battery. • Shows you current PMS(Power management Setting) status which is set

Using the Battery 39The above features are valid with Windows 95 or any other APM compliant operating systems. In the case of a Windows 98/ Me or an

4 Introducing Your Computer Figure 3. Back View of ComputerFigure 4. Bottom View of ComputerParallel portDocking connectorPS/2™ mouse & keybo

40 Using the Modem Using the ModemDepending on the model of the Notebook computer that you have purchased you may or may not have a modem installed

Using the Modem 41W - Worldwide DAANone - Domestic DAAIn the case of Worldwide DAA, modem should pass the individual country’s PTT in order to suppo

42 Using the Modem Description of 56KThere are different standards regarding 56K technology.•K56Flex. Technology developed by Rockwell Semiconducto

Using the Modem 4356,000 bps ~ 32,000 bps (K56Flex, downstream only, step: 2000 bps)33,600 bps ~ 2,400 bps (step: 2400 bps)1,200 bps300 bps•Fax mode

44 Using the Modem 5. Click Finish button when a dialog appears saying that windows has finished installing SENS PT56MDW Modem WDM Driver.6. Choose

Using the Modem 451. Click the Start button, point to Settings and then click Control Panel.2. Double-Click Modems icon.3. Select SENS PT56MDW Modem

46 Using the Modem (’D’ refers to the CD-ROM driver.)"D:\Win98\Driver\Modemonly\Setup.exe"In this manual, "D" refers to the CD-

Using the Modem 472. Double-click Modem icon.3. Go to Diagnostic tab when the Modem Properties dialog appears.4. Select the port that the modem is

48 Using the Modem Installing Modem Driver in Windows NT 4.0 (Modem Module Driver)You can install the modem driver as shown in the following.The fi

Using the Modem 493. Check if the modem is attached to the communications port correctly.Installing the Modem Driver in Windows Millennium (Modem/LA

Using Your Computer for the First Time 5Using Your Computer for the First TimeThis section gives you detailed information on using your computer for

50 Using the Modem 2. Double-click the Telephony icon.3. Go to the My Locations tab of Dialing Properties dialog. Select the country at the I am

Using the Modem 51the Cancel button at this time and follow the instructions below.1. Insert the CD or floppy diskette that has the modem driver on

52 Using the Modem 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.2. Double-click Modem icon.3. Go to Diagnostic tab w

Using the Modem 53Installing Modem Driver in Windows NT 4.0 (Modem/LAN Module Driver)You can install the modem driver as shown in the following.The

54 Using the Modem ( In this manual "D" refers to the CD-ROM drive.)"D:\NT4\Drivers\Modem\Setup.exe".3. Click the Next button w

Using the Modem 55Modem CommandsThe SENS Modem includes the basic commands used by the Smart Modem of the Hayes Corporation . Some additional comman

56 Using the Modem In command mode, you can call by using AT commands and communicate with others by connecting to other modems. You can call this

Using the Modem 57The result value can be displayed during communication. Generally, the result will be OK. According to the ATV command, the result

58 Using the Modem times as specified in n value. If the value of n is '0', ATA command should be entered for auto answerATS0? Displays S

Using the LAN 59Using the LANIdeal for customers who want basic 10/100 connectivity. Delivers industry-leading performance through Intel's late

6 Using Your Computer for the First Time If the battery is fully depleted and the computer is turned off, the battery charges in about 3 hours. If

60 Using the LAN 2. Click Network Configuration tab, then ensure that Samsung SEM-2000 MiniPCI LAN Adapter is installed.3. Select TCP/IP->Samsun

Using the LAN 612. Click the Device Manager tab.3. Double-click Other Devices or Network Adapters in the list area.4. Double-click a PCI Ethernet Co

62 Using the LAN 6. Click the DNS Configuration tab, then select Enable DNS, and enter the host name in the Host, domain name in the Domain and DNS

Using System Setup 63Using System SetupThe System Setup program enables you to configure your computer hardware and set security and power-savings o

64 Using System Setup To open a menu, use the left or right arrow keys to select the menu name and then press <Enter>. Table 7 lists the keys

Using System Setup 65A pointer symbol appearing to the left of a field indicates that you can open a submenu from this field. A submenu contains add

66 Using System Setup System Date: Sets your computer to the date that you specify, usually the current date. Enter the month, day, and year in the

Using System Setup 67If no drive is installed or if you are removing a drive and not replacing it, select None.Maximum Capacity: Shows the maximum c

68 Using System Setup Installed O/S: Select the operating system installed on your system which you will use most commonly. An incorrect setting ca

Using System Setup 69the Mode field and the Base I/O Address field. Settings for the Base I/O Address are 378 IRQ7(default), 378 IRQ5, 278 IRQ7, 278

Using Your Computer for the First Time 7Understanding POSTWhen you turn on your computer, a routine called POST (Power-On Self-Test) automatically r

70 Using System Setup Set Supervisor Password:* Enables you to set the supervisor password to control access to the System Setup utility. See ”Crea

Using System Setup 71at slow speed, when there is no user input or device activity. Choose Customized to alter these settings and Disabled to turn o

72 Using System Setup •Monthly: When you start your computer for the first time each month, the prompt appears.•Disabled: The prompt never appears.

Using System Setup 73Exit MenuSelect Exit or press <Exc> from the menu bar to display the Exit menu.Pressing <Esc> does not exit this me

74 Using System Security Using System SecurityThis section describes the security options provided with your computer.System PasswordsThe computer

Using System Security 756. Press <Enter> after you have typed your password. The computer prompts you to reenter your password for verificatio

76 Using System Security Requiring a Boot PasswordAfter you create a supervisor or user password, you can enable the computer to prompt for a passw

Using Power Management Options 77Using Power Management OptionsYour computer includes power-management options that can help the battery charge last

78 Using Power Management Options Suspend ModeThe Suspend Timeout field in System Setup enables you to specify the time period the computer can rem

Using Power Management Options 79•If you purchased a new hard drive, make sure that you create a save to disk partition equal to the amount of syste

8 Using Your Computer for the First Time 4. Click OK or Yes. •If the operating system is Windows 98/ Me, the computer turns off. •If the operating

80 Using Power Management Options •If you disable the Resume on Time field in System Setup, the same field in PowerProfiler is also automatically d

Creating a Save to Disk Partition 81Creating a Save to Disk PartitionSave to Disk Partition enables you to store data from the system and video memo

82 Creating a Save to Disk Partition 7. Type the partition size in the blank of 'Enter partition size in Mbytes or percent of disk space (%) t

Restoring your Operating System and Original Applications and Drivers 83Restoring your Operating System and Original Applications and DriversNoteboo

84 Restoring your Operating System and Original Applications and Drivers The System Recovery Utility will destroy all data on your hard disk. If yo

Video Features and Configuration 85Video Features and ConfigurationYour computer includes a TFT LCD or active-matrix display. The capabilities of th

86 Video Features and Configuration Table 8. Video Driver CapabilitiesAll these video modes can be displayed on an external monitor. However, if y

Video Features and Configuration 879. Click the Next button.10. Select the Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can sele

88 Video Features and Configuration Figure 21. Display properties in Windows NT 4.06. To change the colour depth, click the arrow next to Color pa

Video Features and Configuration 89Windows 98/ Me:1. Click on the Start Button. and the Start Menu appears.2. Select Settings and click on Control P

Using Your Computer for the First Time 93. Select the restart option.4. Click OK or Yes.5. Save your files if prompted. Your computer reboots.Do not

90 Video Features and Configuration drivers are located or click the Browse button and locate driver you want to install. Click the OK button. &quo

Video Features and Configuration 912. Select Settings and click on Control Panel, double click on System. The System Properties window appears.3. Se

92 Video Features and Configuration 12. Click the Browse button and locate driver you want to install. Click the OK button.13. Click the Next butto

Video Features and Configuration 93If the TV symbol is greyed out then the system has not detected a TV, check that the TV standard in the System Se

94 Using Duo View mode Using Duo View modeSingle View mode is used to be the basic display method until now which displays same view on all the dis

Using Duo View mode 95The secondary monitor has a display of 256 colors (color depth) and 640x480 pixels (resolution) at first. The color depth and

96 Using Duo View mode Table 9. Using several display devicesC = Coprocessor mode onlyE = No ExpansionO = No OverlayR = Same Refresh rateThe same

Using Duo View mode 975. The video memory uses one memory pool for two screen and Direct Draw application on Duo View mode in Windows 98. So activat

98 Working with PC Cards Working with PC CardsBy installing PC Cards, you can add functions to your notebook computer similar to those found on add

Working with PC Cards 99Maintaining PC CardsTo maintain your PC Cards, follow these guidelines:•Keep cards away from excessive heat, direct sunlight