Samsung Ativ Book 9 Manual

Basics
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Setting passwords
There are three password settings available; Supervisor Password, 
User Password, and HDD Password .
•	Supervisor Password (low security level): This password is 
required when turning on the computer or attempt to enter 
the BIOS setup.
•	User Password (low security level): This password is required 
to enter the BIOS setup. This password will be deactivated 
automatically if the Supervisor Password is disabled.
•	HDD Password (high security level): This password is required...

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6 Enter the password again to confirm it and select Ok.
7 Select Save → Ye s to save and restart.
•	To enable the Password on boot option, set a 
Supervisor Password and enter the password when 
starting up the computer.
•	To change the HDD Password after setting it, restart 
the computer.
•	For some models, when the password entered message 
appears in the Setup Notice window, select 
Ok to 
complete the setup.
Setting a boot password
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Before the Samsung logo appears,...

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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 Click an option menu to open the list.
6 Select an option.
7 Select Save →  Ye s  to save and restart.
Select 
Exit →  Ye s  to restart without saving the changes.
To boot to DOS when using a bootable USB device, enter 
the BIOS setup. Then, select the 
Boot menu, and set the 
Fast BIOS...

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3 Select Advanced → Smart Battery Calibration.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copy (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc.
Smart Battery Calibration >
CPU Power Saving Mode    
On
Touch Pad Mouse      On
USB Charge In Sleep Mode     Off
USB S3 Wake-up    Off
4 The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery   
is forcefully discharged. To stop the operation, press the <
Esc> 
button.
This operation requires 3~5 hours depending on the battery 
capacity and the remaining battery charge.
Using the...

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Network & Internet
Wireless LAN
Connect the computer to a wireless network to use the Internet.
The descriptions below are for computer models with 
a Wireless LAN card or device. A Wireless LAN device is 
optional. The pictures in this manual may differ from the 
actual product depending on the wireless LAN device 
model.
About Access Point (AP)
An Access Point (AP) is a network device that bridges wired 
and wireless LANs and corresponds to a wireless hub in a wired 
network. Multiple devices can be...

Network & Internet
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Airplane mode
Airplane mode disables all wireless functions on the computer. 
Only non-network services are available in Airplane mode.
To turn on 
Airplane mode, open the Charms and select the 
Settings charm → , and then select the Airplane mode switch.
•	This computer uses a non-harmonized frequency and 
is intended for use in all European countries. The WLAN 
can be operated in the EU without restriction indoors, 
but cannot be operated outdoors.
•	Turn off the WLAN feature when...

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Applications
Using applications
Applications include the software that make up the 
operating system. Windows provides basic applications for 
frequently-performed tasks.
•	Some applications are available only in Windows 8.1 
desktop mode.
•	Images and features may differ depending on the 
model and the application version.
•	Third-party software related services  
For descriptions about and service requests for 
third-party applications, please contact the relevant 
manufacturer. Some troubleshooting...

Applications
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MenuDescription
General
•	Set general settings.
System 
Optimization
•	Set system optimization settings.
Power Management
•	Set power related settings.
Network
•	Set network functions and settings.
Display
•	Set the screen brightness and color.
Security
•	Set security functions and settings.
Settings
Settings, a Samsung integrated settings application, offers various 
settings functions.
Images and features may differ depending on the model 
and the application version.
1 On the Start...

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2 Read and agree to the User Agreement.
This step appears only when the application runs for the first 
time.
3 Select Install & Update.
4 Select items to update → OK.
Software Update
Install and update Samsung applications and drivers on the 
computer easily and conveniently. This application enables the 
user to search for or download the BIOS, drivers, and applications 
over the Internet. Keep the computer performing better and more 
stably with 
SW Update.
•	To check for available...

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1 On the Start screen, click  at the lower-left edge, and select 
Support Center.
2 Select Resolve to correct the problems.
Support Center
Diagnose the performance, security, and status of the computer 
and fix any problems it may have. Additionally, access the FAQ and 
search features to find solutions for the problems.
•	The Support Center application may not be provided 
or may be a different version depending on the model.
•	Images and features may differ depending on the 
model and...