Samsung Notebook Odyssey User Manual

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User Manual  
						

							2
Getting started
3 About this manual
7  Layout
10
 
T
 urning the computer on 
and off
12
 
Unlock
 ing the screen
12
  Windows
Basics
15 Keyboard
17   Touchpad
20
 
M
 emory card
23
 
Ex
 ternal display
25
 
W
 ired LAN
28
 
W
 ireless LAN
30
 
U
 sing the security slot
Applications
31 Using applications
32 
S
 amsung Settings
33
 
S
 amsung Update
34
 
Online Suppor
 t (S Service)
35
 
S
 amsung PC Help   
(Self-help application)
36
 
S
 amsung PC Cleaner
Settings & Upgrade
37 LCD brightness
39  Volume
40
 
BIOS (S
 etup utility)
46
  Battery
Troubleshooting
49 Samsung Recovery
55 
W
 indows recovery 
function
55
  Q&A
Appendix
59 Product specifications
60 
Er
 gonomic tips
64
 
P
 owering your device
66
 
S
 afety precautions
76
 
I
 mportant safety 
information 79
 
R
 eplacement parts and 
accessories
82  
R
 egulatory compliance 
statements
92  
WEEE symbol inf
 ormation
94  
S
 amsung package Take-
Back program
Table of contents  
						

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Getting started
About this manual
•	This user manual is specially designed to detail the computer’s 
functions and features.
•	The user manual supplied with the computer may vary 
depending on the model.
•	Please read this manual before using the computer to ensure 
safe and proper use.
•	Optional accessories, some devices, and software referred to 
in this manual may not be provided or may not be subject to 
upgrades. Note that the computer environment referred in 
the user manual may not be the same as your environment.
•	Descriptions are based on the computer’s default settings 
and the Windows 10 operating system. Available features and 
additional services may vary depending on the computer or 
operating system.
•	This user manual describes procedures for using the 
touchpad, mouse and touch screen. Instructions for using the 
touch screen are for models with the touch screen feature.
•	Images and screenshots are those of the representative model 
of the series and may differ in appearance from the actual 
product.
•	Content may differ from the final product and is subject to 
change without prior notice. For the latest version of the 
manual, refer to the Samsung website, www.samsung.com.  
						

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Copyright
Copyright © 2016 Samsung Electronics
This manual is protected under international copyright laws.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, translated, 
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or 
mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or storing in any 
information storage and retrieval system, without the prior written 
permission of Samsung Electronics.
Computer specifications or the contents of this manual may 
be changed without prior notice due to an upgrade of the 
computer’s functions.
Instructional icons and expressions
Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or 
others
Caution: situations that could cause damage to the 
computer or other equipment
Note: notes, usage tips, or additional information
The path you should follow to carry out an instruction. For 
example, “select 
Settings → Devices” indicates that you 
should select 
Settings and then Devices.
Select Click the mouse or tap the touchpad or touch screen.   
						

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•	HDMI, the HDMI logo, and 
the term High Definition 
Multimedia Interface are 
trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing 
LLC.
•	All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their 
respective owners.
As an ENERGY STAR
® Partner, 
Samsung has determined that this 
product meets the ENERGY STAR
® 
guidelines for energy efficiency.
•	The ENERGY STAR Program has reduced greenhouse gas 
emissions and saved energy through voluntary labeling.
•	Power management setting of this product has been enabled 
by default, and has various timing settings from 1 minute to 
5 hours.
•	The product can wake with a button press on the chassis from 
sleep mode.
Trademarks
•	Samsung and the Samsung logo are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
•	Intel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of the 
Intel Corporation.
•	Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
•	Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 
worldwide.
•	Wi-Fi®, Wi-Fi Protected Setup™, Wi-Fi Direct™, Wi-Fi 
CERTIFIED
™, and the Wi-Fi logo are registered trademarks of 
the Wi-Fi Alliance.   
						

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Product capacity representation
Storage capacity representation
The capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer 
is calculated assuming that 1 KB = 1,000 Bytes.
However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage 
device capacity assuming that 1 KB = 1,024 Bytes. Therefore, the 
available capacity of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the 
actual capacity due to the difference in capacity calculation. For 
example, for an 80 GB HDD, Windows calculates the capacity as 
74.5 GB, (80x1,000x1,000x1,000) Bytes/(1,024x1,024x1,024) Bytes 
= 74.505 GB.
In addition, the capacity representation in Windows may be even 
smaller because some programs, such as Samsung Recovery, may 
reside in a hidden area of the HDD.
Memory capacity representation
The available memory capacity in Windows is less than the actual 
capacity of memory. This is because some memory is required for 
regular system operations.
For example, for 1 GB (= 1,024 MB) memory installed, Windows 
may report the capacity as 1,022 MB or less.
Data precautions
Samsung Electronics shall not be liable for any data loss. Please 
take care to avoid losing any important data and back up your 
data to prevent any such data loss.
Operating system and software support
If you change the product’s factory OS (Operating System) to 
another OS or if you install software which is not supported by the 
product’s original factory OS, you will not receive any technical 
support, product exchange or refund, and a fee will be charged 
when requesting a service.
Please use your computer with the original factory OS. If you 
install an OS other than the factory OS, data may be deleted or the 
computer may not start.   
						

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Number/Name Description
Camera indicator 
light (optional)•	This indicates the camera 
operating status.
Camera (optional)•	Using this camera, you can take 
still pictures and record video.
Microphone•	You can use the built-in 
microphone.
LCD•	The screen’s images are displayed 
here.
Operating status 
LED
•	Shows the operating status of the 
computer.
 –Red: Charging
 –Green: Fully charged
 –Blue: Turned on
Power button •	Turns the computer on and off.
Keyboard•	Enter text or control computer 
functions.
Touchpad
•	Moves the cursor and selects 
options.
•	Functions as a mouse.
Layout
•	Features or options may differ depending on the model.
•	The items marked as optional may not be provided or 
may be provided in different locations.
•	Since some space on the SSD is reserved for system 
recovery and operations, the available space on the SSD 
may be less than the actual capacity.
Front view
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3
4
5
6
7
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Left view
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Number/Name Description
DC jack 
•	This jack connects to the AC 
adapter to supply power to the 
computer.
Wired LAN port •	Connect the Ethernet cable to 
this port.
HDMI port •	Used to connect an HDMI cable 
to an external device.
USB 3.0 port 
•	Connect various peripheral 
devices, such as a mouse, camera, 
or keyboard.
Earpiece/ 
Headset jack •	Connect an earpiece or a headset 
to the computer to listen to 
audio.
Right view
132
Number/Name Description
Memory card slot  
 (optional)•	Insert a memory card into the slot.
USB 2.0 port 
•	Connect various peripheral 
devices, such as a mouse, camera, 
or keyboard.
Security slot 
•	Secure the computer by 
connecting an optional lock and 
cable to it.   
						

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Number/Name Description
Fan vents
•	The internal heat of the computer is 
emitted through these holes.
•	If the vents are blocked the 
computer may overheat. Avoid 
blocking the vents as this may be 
dangerous.
Memory cover•	The memory is under the cover.
Internal battery
•	Provides power to the computer 
when not connected to an AC 
adapter.
•	To remove or replace the internal 
battery, take it to a Samsung Service 
Center. You will be charged for this 
service.
Speaker•	Sound is emitted from the speakers.
•	If the bottom of the computer is replaced, the model 
name, serial number, and some logos will no longer be 
present. For more information, contact the Samsung 
Service Center to request assistance.
•	Prevent the fan vents and the memory cover from 
coming into contact with foreign materials, such as 
liquid and dust.
Bottom view
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3 The computer turns on automatically when the LCD panel is 
opened.
If the computer does not turn on automatically, press the 
Power button.
Set the device not to automatically turn on the computer 
when the LCD panel is opened.
1.  
S
 elect the Start button (
) → Samsung → Samsung 
Settings
.
2.
 
Select 
Convenience → Auto Booting → Off.
Turning the computer on and off
Fully charge the battery using the AC adapter before using 
the computer 
for the first time.
Turning the computer on
1 Before turning on the computer, check that the battery is 
charged and charge it if necessary.
2 Open the LCD panel.