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Chapter 1
Getting Started
Contents
Chapter 1. Getting Started
3 Before You Start
6 Safety Precautions
21 Proper Posture During Computer Use
24 Overview
30 Turning the Computer On and O
Chapter 2. Using Windows 8
33 What is Microsoft Windows 8?
34 Screen At a Glance
36 Using the Charms
38 Using Apps
41 Windows Hot Key Function
42 Using a Touch Screen (Touch screen models only)
Chapter 3. Using the computer
50 Keyboard
53 Touchpad
57 CD Drive (ODD, Optional)
59 Multi Card Slot (Optional)
62 Connecting an External Display Device
67 Adjusting the Volume
69 LCD Brightness Control
70 Wired Network
73 Wireless Network (Optional)
75 Using the TPM Security Device (Optional)
84 Using the Multimedia App (Optional)
88 Sharing content using the AllShare Play app (Optional)
97 Samsung Software Update
98 Diagnosing the Computer Status and
Troubleshooting
99 Using the Security Slot (Optional)
Chapter 4. Settings and Upgrade
101 BIOS Setup
103 Setting a Boot Password
106 Changing the Boot Priority
107 Upgrading Memory
110 Battery
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
115 Recovering/Backing up the Computer (Optional)
122 Reinstalling Windows (Optional)
125 Q&A
Chapter 6. Appendix
131 Important Safety Information
133 Replacement Parts and Accessories
135 Regulatory Compliance Statements
151 WEEE Symbol Information
152 Samsung Packaging Take-Back Program
153 TCO Certied
154 Product Specications
156 Glossary
160 Index