Samsung Ativ Book 9 Manual

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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 
to access the hard disk drive (HDD ) from another computer. 
This password may not be supported, depending on the 
model.
Boot password
Setting a password with the BIOS enhances protection against 
viruses and hacking attacks.
•	Do not forget your password or expose it to others. 
•	If you forget the Supervisor Password or HDD 
Password
, request assistance from the service center. In 
this case, a service fee will be charged.  
•	When you forget the User Password, disable the 
Supervisor Password, and the User Password is also 
automatically disabled.    
						

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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, press the F2 key several 
times.
3 Access the Security menu.
4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User 
Password
, or HDD Password).
If you cannot select an item or the 
HDD Password Frozen 
message appears, restart the computer. Then, press the 
F2 key 
several times before the Samsung logo appears to enter the 
BIOS setup screen.
5 Enter a password and select Ok.
The password can be up to 20 characters.  
						

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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 Mode item to Off.
Removing a password
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Before the Samsung logo appears, press the F2 key several 
times.
3 Access the Security menu.
4 Select a password type (Supervisor Password, User 
Password
, or HDD Password).
5 Enter the current password and select Ok.
6 Without entering any characters, select Ok → Ok.
For some models, to cancel the password, select Cancel in 
the  Setup Notice window.  
						

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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 Battery Calibration Function
When charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short 
time only, the battery usage time may be reduced by the 
difference between the actual battery charge and the remaining 
charge display.
In this case, the actual battery charge and the remaining charge 
display will be the same by discharging the battery completely 
using the Battery Calibration function, and then recharging it 
again. 
The screen images and terms may differ from actual 
product depending on the computer model and driver 
version. 
1 Disconnect the AC power adapter after turning off the 
computer.
2 Turn the computer back on, and press the F2 key to enter the 
Setup screen.    
						

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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 connected to an AP.
Wi-Fi networks
1 Open the Charms and then select Settings charm → .
Networks
Wi-Fi
On
AP List
Airplane mode
Off View Connection Settings  
						

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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 not in use to save 
battery power.
2 Select a network from the list of detected wireless networks 
→ Connect automatically → Connect.
Networks
Connect automatically
Connect
Airplane mode
Off
Wi-Fi
On
View Connection Settings
3 Enter a password, if necessary, and select Next.
Once the computer has been connected to a wireless 
network, it will attempt to connect to it automatically when 
it is available. For the network key, please ask the network 
administrator.   
						

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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 actions in 
response to service requests may not work depending 
on the application manufacturer.
•	Applications that are provided by Samsung can be 
installed from 
SW Update.
•	Some applications may not be supported depending 
on the model.   
						

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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 screen, click  at the lower-left edge, and select 
Settings.
2 Select an option to configure the corresponding function.   
						

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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 updates, the computer must be 
connected to the Internet.
•	Only applications that have been installed with this 
application can be updated.
•	Images and features may differ depending on the 
model and the application version.
1 On the Start screen, click  at the lower-left edge, and select 
SW Update.   
						

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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 the application version.