Notices No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the manufacturer. The information within this manual is subject to change without notice.
Important Safety Information Safety Instructions Your system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed. Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your system.
Care During Use • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. • Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to not eat or drink near your system. • Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Battery Disposal Do not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage. Contact the Samsung Helpline for information on how to dispose of batteries that you cannot use or recharge any longer. Follow all local regulations when disposing of old batteries.
Regulatory Compliance Statements Wireless Guidance Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. The following section is a general overview of considerations while operating a wireless device. Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are listed in the specific country sections (or country group sections).
In environments where the risk of interference to other devices or services is harmful or perceived as harmful, the option to use a wireless device may be restricted or eliminated. Airports, Hospitals, and Oxygen or flammable gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated. When in environments where you are uncertain of the sanction to use wireless devices, ask the applicable authority for authorization prior to use or turning on the wireless device.
United States of America Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15 Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. This section is only applicable if these devices are present. Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices.
Written by: Daryl L. Osden This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generate uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference will not occur in a particular installation.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by total RENs, contact the local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area.
Canada Industry Canada (IC) Intentional Emitter per RSS 210 Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. This section is only applicable if these devices are present. Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices. Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in Canada if an Industry Canada ID number is on the system label.
European Union The following information is only applicable to systems labeled with the CE mark .
European States qualified under wireless approvals: EU Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France (with frequency restrictions), Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Accept EU Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland European States with restrictions on use: EU In France, the frequency range is restricted to 2446.5-2483.5 MHz for devices above 10 mW transmitting power such as wireless LAN.
Japan Wireless Devices Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz Band, may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. This section is only applicable if these devices are present. Refer to the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices. Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in Japan if a TELEC ID is on the system label. Operational guidelines for 2.
VCCI Statement This equipment is in the Class B category (Information Technology Equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas. When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. Read instructions for correct handling.
Laser Safety All systems equipped with CD or DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service location.
Power Cord Requirements The power cord set (wall plug, cable and AC adapter plug) you received with your computer meets the requirements for use in the country where you purchased your equipment. Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where you use the computer. For more information on power cord set requirements, contact your authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
Country-Specific Power Cord Set Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to the specific country listed: Country Accrediting Agency Applicable Note Numbers 1 Australia EANSW Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBC 1 Canada CSA 2 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan JIS 3 The Netherlands KEMA 1 Norway NEMKO 1 Sweden SEMKO 1 Switzerland SEV 1 United Kingdom BSI 1 United States UL 2 Notes: Written by: Daryl L.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 1 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using Your Documentation Congratulations on your purchase of a notebook computer with the Windows® XP operating system. Whether you are new to using a portable computer or are an experienced user, this user’s manual can help you get the most from your computer. Manual Documentation Conventions Information Icons Three icons and their associated messages appear in this manual.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 2 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM CD-ROM Device Naming Convention In many installation programs you will have to get a program from the CD-ROM device. The program installation sequence assumes that the CD is drive d:\, however this is not always the case. The name of the CD-ROM drive is the letter following the letter assigned to your last HDD. For instance, if you have one HDD with two partitions, the HDD is drives C: and D: and the CD-ROM drive is then drive E.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 3 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Introducing Your Computer Your computer is a lightweight portable computer that includes features such as Dolby Digital & Dolby Home Theater System support, CD-ROM/floppy drives, Biometric (fingerprint) security system/Memory Stick (factory options) and wireless LAN capability (factory option), to meet your computing needs at home or on the road. [Figures may be different depending on options).
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Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 6 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using Your Computer for the First Time This section gives you detailed information on using your computer for the first time. Installing the Battery To install the battery pack: 1. With the computer’s power off, close the LCD panel and turn the computer over so the bottom of the unit faces up. Insert the battery into the battery compartment, ensuring the correct orientation so that the battery fits in its slot properly. 2.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 7 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Attaching the AC Adapter Your computer runs on power from the battery in the computer or from an electrical outlet. The first time that you use your computer, fully charge the battery by attaching the power cord to the computer and to an electrical outlet. All batteries lose their charge if they sit unused for an extended time period. When not used, battery can discharge fully in 2 to 3 months.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 8 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Turning On the Computer To turn on the computer’s power for the first time: 1. Push the LCD cover button, located on the front of the computer below the Audio DJ. 2. Lift up the cover. 3. Press and then release the power button. The power light is on when the computer’s power is on.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 9 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Turning Off Your Computer Prior to shutting down your computer ensure all of your data and current work are saved. The system will ask if you wish to save any unsaved work, saving your work first will speed the shutdown process. To turn off the computer, complete the following steps: 1. Click on the taskbar.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 10 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Tips for Using Your Computer The following information helps you avoid potential problems as you use your computer: Do not try to disassemble your computer. Opening the system chassis voids your warranty. Only an authorised manufacturer service center can replace or add any parts inside the chassis. • Follow all the instructions and cautions in your computer user documentation.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 11 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Travelling with Your Computer Air Travel If you are travelling by air, follow these tips: • Take the computer with you as carry-on luggage. Do not check the computer with your baggage. • Allow the computer and disks to go through the X-ray security devices. Do not hand-carry disks through the walk-through metal detectors, which can cause loss of data. • Make sure that the battery is charged or the power cord is easily accessible.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 12 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Handling Spills Do not spill anything on your computer. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking around your computer. If you do spill something on your computer, turn off your computer, unplug it immediately, and do the following: • If you spill liquid on the keyboard, drain as much of the liquid from the keyboard as possible. Be careful not to let the liquid drip onto the LCD panel.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 13 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using the Keyboard Your computer has an 87/88-key keyboard. By pressing designated key combinations, you can have access to all the key functions of a full-sized keyboard.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 14 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM To clean the computer keyboard, use slightly damp cotton swabs. Scrub the keys and the surface around the keys. Do not allow liquid to drip into the keyboard or you may damage the keyboard. Using the Numeric Keypad Your keyboard includes a numeric keypad, which is a group of keys that you can set to type numbers and mathematical symbols, such as the plus sign.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 15 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using Special Function Keys The function key activates special functions when it is pressed in combination with another keys. Table 2 shows the special key combinations. Table 2. Description of Special Function Key Combinations Key Combinations Key Name Key Function + F2 Gauge Gauge Displays the battery gauge in the upper-right corner of your screen. The gauge closes in a few seconds, or you can press to close the gauge.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 16 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM User Defined Buttons (SENS Keyboard) You may program the three buttons to the left of the power button to start any program you have installed on your computer. User defined program Internet Explorer Outlook Express The default settings for these buttons are: Internet E-Mail - Outlook Windows Calculator To reprogram the Sens Keyboard, follow the steps below: 1. Double-Click displayed.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 17 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using the Touchpad Your computer is equipped with a touchpad, which is an integrated-pointing device that is used to perform standard mouse functions. The touchpad is an advanced and reliable pointing device that works with a touch of your finger. Touchpad Mouse Buttons Scroll Button Press on the touchpad gently. The touchpad responds to light pressure. Table 3.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 18 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Action Process and Comment Double-Click/Tap Process Quickly click the left touchpad button two times or position the pointer over the object and Quickly tap the touchpad twice with your finger. This action is called Double-clicking. Comment This will cause a process to begin or open a file folder. Click-Hold Process Depress the left touchpad button and do not release. Comment This is used to move/drag objects to new locations.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 19 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Drag (Move) To move a window on the desktop, complete the following: 1. Click the window title bar or icon in the bottom of the window which you want to drag using the touchpad. 2. Press the left touchpad button and hold it. 3. Drag the window using the touchpad.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 20 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Reading the System Status Lights System Top System Status lights show the status of computer functions. LED Name Function HDD Access Blinking Green - HDD is being accessed. CD Access Blinking Green - CD is being accessed. FDD Access Blinking Green - FDD is being accessed. Num Lock Changes a portion of the keyboard to a numeric keypad. See ”Using the Numeric Keypad” on page 14.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 21 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Connecting to the Internet This section explains how to connect you to the internet. For details on how to establish the connection contact the Internet Service Provider [ISP] or system administrator [SysAdmin]. Using the Modem Install the Modem cable by simply plugging the cable into the modem slot as shown in the figure below. Your Notebook computer will have a Modem/LAN installed. 1.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 22 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Precautions Before Use Country Selection Country Selection: Because your computer is very mobile you must ensure you select the country you are calling from is selected correctly, otherwise you may experience connection problems. To change the country selection proceed as follows: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections. 2. Click Phone and Modem Options. 3.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 23 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM If you use a simple terminal program (i.e. hyper terminal): Type the “ATX3&W” or “ATX3” command as an initialization command. MODEM Notes: 1. In order to use the 56K feature, be sure to check if the standards supported by the on-line service provider and the modem are identical. 2. If you use a PBX phone system, you can not connect using the 56K mode. 3. Internationally connected calls will be limited to 33.6K (Max.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 24 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Configuring Network Environment Configure the Network Adapter as follows: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections 2. Click icon (Network Connections). Configure Adapter Only (Not Connected to Network) If your network is not active or the cable is NOT connected double click the icon (Labeled Local Area Network) then follow the instructions starting with step 4 below. 3.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 25 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM 6. Click “Use the following IP address” in the General tab 7. In the “Use the following IP address” box, enter your IP address:, subnet mask: and Default Gateway:. 8. In the “Use the following DNS server addresses” box, Enter your Preferred DNS server: and Alternate DNS server:. 9. Click OK when you finish the TCP/IP set-up.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 26 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Configuring Network Environment Configure the Wireless Network Adapter as follows: 1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet Connections 2. Click icon (Network Connections) 3. Double-Click the Wireless Network Connection icon. The Connect to Wireless Network window pops up. General Office Net Supervisor Office Net 4. Select one of the available networks in the Available networks section, if displayed.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 27 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using the Flex-Bay The Flex-Bay provides an impressive array of secondary storage devices listed below: CD-ROM drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. CD-ROM R/W drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. DVD-ROM drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option. DVD/CD-RW Combo drive: Shipped with some computers is also an available option.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 28 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Device Swap To swap a device with the power on proceed as follows: 1. Start the Softex Bay Manager Utility. You do not have to turn the computer over or tip it on its side to change devices. Simply tilt the computer up about 10 cm at the back and locate the Flex-Bay latch. See Figure below for the location of the Flex-Bay latch. The computer in the figure is turned over for clarity. Flex-Bay Latch 2. Click Remove / Swap.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 29 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Swap a Flex-Bay Device - Power Off Device Swap To remove a device with the power off proceed as follows: 1. Turn the computer’s power off. 2. Tilt the computer up & locate the smart bay latch. 3. Slide and hold the device latch toward the rear of the computer. 4. Slide the device out. 5. Carefully slide the new device into the bay. 6. Push the device in until it is flush with the chassis and the Flex-Bay latch snaps into place.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 30 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using the Disk Drives To use the Floppy drive or the CD-ROM drive you must verify it is installed in the flexbay slot. To swap devices see “Using the Flex-Bay” on page 27. Using the Floppy Disk Drive Your computer comes with a 1.44 MB, 3.5-inch, floppy drive. To use a floppy disk in your computer, insert it into the floppy drive.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 31 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM 1. Press the button on the CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, and the tray slides out. (Do not lean on the tray; because it will not support much weight.) CD/DVD Drive Warnings: Do not place reflective objects other than the CD/DVD disks in the disk slot because of possible hazardous laser emissions. The laser beam used in this CD/DVD-ROM drive is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the CD/DVD-ROM drive.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 32 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using the Memory Stick (Factory Option) The Memory Stick is a factory option that will increase your computer storage capacity as well as increase data portability. The Memory Stick may used in many types of equipment such as digital cameras and PDAs for example. Memory Stick and are a trademarks of the Sony Corporation. Memory Stick Support The Magic Gate model is not currently supported.
Taurus (Windows XP) - English.fm Page 33 Thursday, March 28, 2002 6:06 PM Using the Memory Stick The Memory Stick is used the same as the FDD drive on your computer but with much larger capacity, currently up to 128MB. Formatting the Memory Stick The Memory Stick may need to be formatted before use, if so insert it into the slot and format it the same as the FDD Drive.