Samsung Series 9 User Manual

							30Chapter 1 
Getting StartedTurning the Computer On and Off
Turning the computer on
1
 Connect the AC adapter.
2
 Lift the LCD panel up.
3
 Press the Power button to turn the computer on.
4
 Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on.
LED
About Windows Activation
When you turn the computer on for the first time, the Windows 
activation screen appears.
Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on 
the screen to use the computer.
Adjusting the screen brightness
When the computer runs on battery power, the LCD brightness is 
automatically set to low.
Press the  +  key combination to increase the screen 
brightness.
1
 The Charms menu appears when you place your mouse 
pointer at the edge of the top or bottom right of the screen. 
Alternatively, if you place your finger on the right edge of the 
touchpad and drag your finger toward the center, the Charms 
menu appears.
2
 Increase the bar by pressing the Settings 
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Getting Started
Turning the computer off
Since the procedures to turn the computer off may differ • 
depending on the installed operating system, please turn 
the computer off according to the procedures for the 
purchased operating system.
Save all your data before clicking on • Shut down.
1
 The Charms menu appears when you place your mouse 
pointer at the edge of the top or bottom right of the screen.
2
 Click Settings 
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 > Shut down.
If you want to power off your computer when you are logged 
out, unlock the screen and click Power 
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 > Shut down.
Turning the Computer On and Off    
						

							Chapter 2. 
Using Windows 8
What is Microsoft Windows 8? 33
Screen At a Glance 34
Using the Charms  36
Using Apps 38
Windows Hot Key Function  41  
						

							33Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  What is Microsoft Windows 8?
Microsoft Windows 8 (hereafter referred to as Windows) is an 
operating system that is required for operating a computer.
To use your computer optimally, you need to know how to use it 
properly. Therefore, It is better to learn how to use Windows by 
utilizing Windows Help and Support.
The screen may appear somewhat different depending on • 
the model and the operating system.
Since this guide has been prepared based on Windows • 
8, some of the instructions may differ depending on the 
version. It may also be modified without prior notice.
Displaying Help
Press the F1 Key on the keyboard to display the Help.
Alternatively, place your mouse cursor over the end of the top or 
bottom right area on the screen to display the Charms menu. 
Click Charms menu > Settings > Help. 
If you are connected to the internet, you can access the most 
recent online Help.
 
Searching 
for Help 
Get Started
You can view basic instructions on how to use 
your computer including new function(s) for the 
Windows OS.
Internet & 
networking
After connecting to the network, you can check 
the Help section required to use the internet.
Security, privacy, 
& accounts
You can check the Help information required 
to protect your computer and personal 
information.     
						

							34Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  Screen At a Glance
Windows 8 provides both the new Start screen mode and the 
Desktop mode of the existing OS. 
Start Screen Desktop 
Start Screen
When you turn on the computer, the Start screen is displayed, 
which allows you to use the applications (Application, App, 
hereafter referred to as an App) at the same location. 
5
6 7 4 3
3 2
1
1 Start Screen Refers to the default Start screen of 
Windows 8.
2 App Refers to the apps that are currently 
installed.
3Displaying the 
Charms
The Charms is hidden at the right of the 
screen. Place your mouse pointer at the 
edge of the top or bottom right of the 
screen to display the Charms.
Or you place your finger on the right edge of 
the touch pad and drag your finger toward 
the center, the Charms menu appears.
4 User AccountThis refers to the currently used user 
account.
5Charms
This refers to the menu that allows you to 
use functions such as Search, Share, Start, 
Device and Settings.
6DesktopSwitches to Desktop mode.
7CameraAllows you to take pictures or make a movie.            
						

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Using Windows 8  Screen At a Glance
Desktop
This provides similar functions to those provided by the Desktop 
in prior Windows versions. 
 
3
4 2
2 1
1DesktopRefers to the Desktop.
2Displaying the 
Charms
The Charms is hidden at the right of the screen. 
Place your mouse pointer at the edge of the 
top or bottom right of the screen to display the 
Charms.
3Charms
This refers to the menu that allows you to use 
functions such as Search, Share, Start, Device 
and Settings.
4
Switching 
to the Start 
Screen
Click the corner of the bottom left of the screen 
to switch to the Start screen.
Displaying Documents and Files
Click Windows Explorer in the taskbar on the Desktop  to 
search for documents and files.    
						

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Using Windows 8  
The Charms is a new type of menu that combines the Start menu 
with the Control Panel of existing Windows. 
The Charms allows you to quickly configure the device(s) 
connected to your computer, search for App(s)/file(s), and use the 
sharing function, etc. 
Activating the Charms 
If you move your mouse pointer to the top or bottom right corner 
of the screen, the Charms appears.
Charms
Displaying 
the Charms 
Menu Displaying 
the Charms 
Menu
SearchShareStart
Device
Settings
If you want to search for a program or file in the App(s)/
Settings/File(s), simply enter a keyword in the Search 
charm and start Search. 
You can also search within an App or on the Web.Search
ShareStart
Device
Settings
You can use this menu to transfer a picture or file to 
another user. You can easily share pictures or files with 
other users simply by associating multiple Apps with the 
Share charm.
Search
ShareStart
Device
Settings
You can move to the Start screen.
Search
ShareStart
Device
Settings
As this allows you to move directly to a desired device, 
you can handle tasks such as importing pictures from 
a digital camera, streaming a video to your TV or 
transferring files to a device on the current screen.
Search
ShareStart
Device
Settings
The Settings charm allows you to perform basic tasks 
such as adjusting the volume, turning off the PC, etc. 
If you select the Settings charm while a specific App is 
running, the settings for the currently running App are 
displayed.
Using the Charms  
						

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Using Windows 8  Using the Charms
Changing the Settings 
Frequently used Windows menus are collected.
Click the Charms > Settings.IconNameFunction Description
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Wireless 
Network
You can connect to a wireless network. 
Select a wireless network to connect 
to.
)½
Adjusting the 
Volume
You can adjust the volume or mute the 
sound.
)½
Screen 
BrightnessYou can adjust the screen brightness.
)½
NoticeYou can set the interval at which an 
App sends notices.
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PowerYou can turn off your computer or 
select the Power Options.
ENGLanguageYou can set the Language.
Change PC settings
You can change more settings.  
						

							38Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  Using Apps
An App refers to an application program (hereafter referred to as 
an App). In a larger sense, it refers to all the software programs 
installed on the operating system. 
Windows 8 provides basic Apps for frequently performed tasks.
Starting/Exiting an App
Click on an App in the Start screen to activate it. 
To exit the App
1
  Move your mouse pointer to the top of the screen. 
Your mouse pointer changes to a hand shape.
2
 Click and hold your mouse button and then drag it to the 
bottom of the screen. The App moves downward and 
disappears and exits.
 
1
2
Using Apps 
Displaying Currently Running App(s) 
1
 Move your mouse pointer to the top left corner of the screen 
to display the last run App.
2
 Then, move your mouse pointer down to display a list of the 
currently running Apps in order.
3
 Click on an App in that list or drag it to the center of the 
screen. Now, you can check the selected App which is 
currently running.
Right-click over the App in the list and click  Close to exit the 
App.
 
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Using Windows 8  Using Apps
Running Two Apps at the Same Time
1
 Select the Apps in the Start screen. 
2
  Move your mouse pointer to the top of the screen. Your 
mouse pointer changes to a hand shape.
3
 If you click and hold your mouse button and move left or 
right, you can split the screen to display multiple Apps.
4 
 Move the Screen Split Bar to change the screen split ratio.  
Supported screen split ratios are 3:7 or 7:3.
 
Ex) If you run the Weather App and Store App at the 
same time
Screen 
Split Bar Weather  App 
Store App 
Adding/Removing an App to/from the Start Screen
Click Start screen > right-click your mouse button.  
Click All Apps  at the bottom of the screen to display all the 
Apps that are currently installed.
1
 If you right-click over the App to be added, the relevant menu 
is activated at the bottom of your screen. 
2 
 Click Pin to start  or Unpin from Start .
Ex) When removing an App in the Start screen
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2