Samsung Series 9 User Manual

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Using the computer
This computer supports an external USB CD-ROM drive (can be 
additionally purchased).
Check if the interface type of the external CD-ROM drive is a USB 
type. For detailed specifications, refer to the catalog.
Do not insert a cracked or scratched CD. • 
Otherwise, the CD may break and damage the optical disk 
drive when the CD rotates at a high speed.
When you clean a CD or DVD title, wipe with a soft cloth • 
from inside to outside.
Do not eject a CD when the CD operating LED is on.• 
The figures used for the description are of a representative • 
model. Therefore the figures may differ from the real ones.
Using a CD that is not in the shape of a circle is not • 
recommended.
Connecting the CD Drive
Connect the CD drive to the USB port.
USB port
External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)   
						

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Inserting and Ejecting a CD
1
 Press the Eject button of the CD drive.
Status Indicator
Eject Button
Emergency Hole
2
 When the CD tray opens, insert a CD or DVD and push the 
tray in until it clicks.
3
 Push the CD tray inward until it clicks.
The CD drive status indicator is turned on.
A CD drive’s reading and writing speed may differ • 
depending on the condition and type of the media.
To eject a CD when the CD drive does not work or the • 
computer is off, place the end of a paper clip () into 
the Emergency Hole until the CD tray is ejected.
External-type CD drive (ODD, To be purchased)  
						

							52Chapter 3.  
Using the computerMulti Card Slot (Optional)
Using the multi-card slot, you can read and write data on various 
types of memory cards.
When you insert a memory card, make sure to insert the memory 
card in the correct direction. Pushing an incorrectly inserted 
memory card may damage the card itself or the slot.
You can use memory cards as a removable disk and • 
conveniently exchange data with digital devices such as a 
digital camera, etc.
Separately purchase memory cards of your desired • 
capacity.
The color of the multi-card slot may differ from the picture • 
in this manual.
Before using the slot, remove the dummy card from inside • 
the slot. (Only for models providing dummy cards.)
Insert the memory card into the multi-card slot in the • 
direction printed on the slot.
For memory cards marked with ‘*’, you must insert them • 
into a specified adapter and then insert the adapter into 
the multi-card slot. 
Inserting such memory cards directly into the multi-card 
slot without using a specified adapter may damage the 
computer.
The computer may not recognize the device depending on • 
the status of the specified adapter.
The data transfer rate may differ depending on the • 
specification of the memory card.
Example) SD Card
Memory Card Naming
The following table shows the full names of memory cards 
for each abbreviation.
AbbreviationMemory Card’s Name
SD Secure Digital
*mini SD mini Secure Digital
*micro SD micro Secure Digital
SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity
*mini SDHC mini Secure Digital High Capacity
*micro SDHC micro Secure Digital High Capacity
SDXC Secure Digital eXtended Capacity
*micro SDXC micro Secure Digital eXtended Capacity    
						

							5253Chapter 3.  
Using the computerMulti Card Slot (Optional)
1
 Insert a memory card into the multi-card slot in the correct 
direction.
2
 The following message appears on the top right. 
Click to open the folder and click View Files.
If a message appears to notify you of any problem, click the 
corresponding window > Continue without Scanning. You 
can perform the following process described in No. 3.
3
 Windows Explorer runs on the Desktop. You can save, move 
and delete data on the corresponding drive.
To remove a memory card
Remove the card while holding the tip of the card.
Alternatively, push the tip of the card in and then remove it once it 
pops up.   
						

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Using the computerMulti Card Slot (Optional)
To format a memory card
When using the memory card for the first time, you must format 
the card before using it.
Formatting a card deletes all data saved on the card. If the 
card includes data, backup the data before formatting it.
1
 Click the Windows Explorer  icon in the taskbar on the 
Desktop.
2
 Right-click over a card drive with the touchpad and select 
Format.
3
 Click Start to the formatting.
To share a memory card with a digital device such as digital • 
camera, it is recommended to format the memory card 
in the digital device before use. If you format a memory 
card on the computer and then insert the memory into the 
digital device, you may need to format the memory card 
again in the digital device.
If there is a write-protection device in the memory card • 
and the device is set to the lock position, you cannot 
format, write data, nor erase data from the card.
Repeatedly inserting and removing a memory card may • 
damage the memory card.
SDIO (Secure Digital Input Output)•  is not supported.
You cannot read or write copyright-protected data.•  
						

							5455Chapter 3.  
Using the computerConnecting an External Display Device
If you connect an external display device such as a monitor, TV, 
projector, etc., you can view the picture on the wider screen of the 
external device when you give a presentation or watch a video or 
movie.
You can connect a D-SUB monitor or HD device using a micro 
HDMI cable.
Since the visual quality is higher for Micro HDMI than D-SUB, if 
more than one port is available, connect the port that provides 
the higher visual quality.
Before you start, check the port and cable of the external 
display device and then connect the display device to the 
computer.
About the connection cable
Users should additionally purchase the necessary connection 
cables.
Analog Monitor (D-SUB) Cable  HDMI to micro HDMI Cable
Connecting to the monitor port (Optional)
Connect an external monitor, TV, or projector that supports the 
D-SUB interface to display the image on a wider screen.
You can give better presentations by connecting the computer to 
a projector.
The VGA adapter is optional and to be be purchased.
1
 Connect the VGA adapter to the monitor port of the 
computer.
Connect the VGA cable (15-pin) to the connected VGA 
adapter and then connect the other end of the VGA cable to 
the D-SUB port of the monitor or the TV.
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External 
Monitor TV
Projector
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VGA 
Adapter                        
						

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2
 Connect the power cord of the connected monitor, TV or 
projector and turn the power on.
Change your TV to external device mode when connecting to 
the TV. 
3
 Select Charms menu > Devices 
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 > Second Screen.
Select a desired monitor mode.
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PC screen only
The contents are only displayed on the PC 
monitor (current device).
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Duplicate
The contents of the current device are displayed 
on the external device as well. 
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Extend
The screen of the current device is expanded to 
the external device. 
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Second screen only
The contents are displayed only on the screen of 
the external device.
Alternatively, to set up dual view:
Open the Display Settings window in the Control Panel, 
select Monitor 2 and select the Expand to fit to this 
monitor checkbox to set dual view. For more detailed 
information, refer to the Windows online help.
Connecting through the Micro HDMI port 
(Optional)
By connecting the computer to a TV with a HDMI port, you can 
enjoy both a high visual quality and a high sound quality.
After connecting a TV through HDMI, you have to configure the 
screen and sound.
You have to additionally purchase the HDMI to micro HDMI 
cable.
Connecting an External Display Device    
						

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Using the computer
1
 Connect the HDMI to micro HDMI cable to the HDMI port of 
the TV.
External 
MonitorTV
Projector
HDMI to 
micro HDMI
This is only supported for models that support a TV output • 
port (HDMI).
When a TV provides more than one HDMI port, connect • 
the computer to the DVI IN port.
When connecting the computer to a TV, switch the • 
external input mode of the TV to HDMI.
2
 Select Charms menu > Devices 
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 > Second Screen.
Select a desired monitor mode.
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PC screen only
The contents are only displayed on the PC 
monitor (current device).
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Y 
!	X´ƒ
Duplicate
The contents of the current device are displayed 
on the external device as well. 
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Y 
!	X´ƒ
Extend
The screen of the current device is expanded to 
the external device. 
3&X´ƒ
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Y 
!	X´ƒ
Second screen only
The contents are displayed only on the screen of 
the external device.
External Monitor / TV is not supported in the DOS • 
Command Prompt window.
Simultaneous output to all 3 (LCD + CRT + HDMI) is not • 
supported.
Connecting an External Display Device                      
						

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Using the computer
Using multiple displays (Optional)
You can connect and use two displays devices by connecting 
them to the monitor and the Micro HDMI ports respectively.
This function is supported for 13.3 inch Intel® HD Graphics 
4000 models.
You can check if this feature is available by selecting 
Computer > System Properties > Device Manager > 
Display adapters and confirming that the display adapter is 
an Intel® HD Graphics 4000.
1
 Connect the display devices to the monitor and the Micro 
HDMI ports. 
2
 Right-click on the Desktop and select Graphics Properties > 
Display > Multiple Displays from the popup menu.
3
 Configure the settings and click Apply.
Select either Clone or Extended 
Desktop.
Select the 
number of 
displays (3)Configure display 
devices 1 to 3.
Specify the 
locations of the 
devices.
Connecting an External Display Device  
						

							5859Chapter 3.  
Using the computerAdjusting the Volume
You can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume 
control program.
Adjusting the Volume using the Keyboard
 +    or    + 
 Alternatively, press the  +  key combination to 
turn the volume on or off.
Adjusting the Volume using the Volume 
Adjustment Program
Click the Charms menu > Settings 
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 to adjust the control 
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Mute
Using the Sound Recorder
The procedures to record sound using the Windows Recorder are 
described below.
1
 Connect a microphone to the microphone jack.
Or use built-in microphone.
2
 Right-click over the Volume icon  on the taskbar and select 
Recording Device.
3
 Check if the microphone is set as the default recording 
device.
If this is the case, it is already set as the default device. If not, 
right-click over the microphone and select Set default.
4
 Right-click over the Charms menu > Start 
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 to click All 
Apps  > Sound Recorder. Then press Start Recording to 
record.