Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Instruction Manual

Learn about your mobile 
device hardware, assembly 
procedures, and how to get 
started using your new device.
Getting Started 

Set Up Your 
Device
Learn how to set up your device 
for the first time. 

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Set Up Your Device
Assemble Your Device
This section helps you to assemble your device.
Install the SIM Card and a 
Memory Card
When you subscribe to a cellular network, you are 
provided with a plug-in SIM card. During activation, 
your SIM card is loaded with your subscription details.
Warning : Small components such as SIM and Memory 
Cards can pose a choking risk. Please be careful when 
handling these cards to avoid damaging them.
You can also install an optional microSD
™ memory 
card (not...

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Note : Your device is IP68 rated for dust and water 
resistance. To maintain the water-resistant and 
dust- resistant features of your device, make sure 
that the SIM card/Memory card tray openings are 
maintained free of dust and water, and the tray is 
securely inserted prior to any exposure to liquids. 
For more information, see  “Maintaining Water and Dust 
Resistance” on page  213.
Charge the Battery
Note: You should dry the inside of the charging port 
before inserting a power...

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Set Up Your Device Caution : Use only charging devices that are approved 
by Samsung. Samsung accessories are designed for 
your device to maximize battery life. Using other 
accessories may void your warranty and may cause 
damage.
2. Connect the USB cable to the charging head, and 
then plug the charging head into a standard outlet.
3. Unplug the charging head from the outlet and 
remove the USB cable from the device when 
charging is complete.
When to Charge the Battery
When the battery is low, your...

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If the device heats up while charging the battery:
1. Disconnect the charger from the device and close 
any running apps.
2. Wait for the device to cool down, and then begin 
charging the device again.
• If the lower part of the device overheats, 
check for damage to the connected USB cable. 
Replace the damaged USB cable with a new 
Samsung-approved cable.
• If using a wireless charger, do not place foreign 
materials between the device and the wireless 
charger.
Micro-USB...

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Start Using Your Device
Turn Your Device On or Off
The instructions below explain how to turn your device 
on or off.
To turn the device on:
 ► Press and hold the Power  key until the device 
turns on.
To turn the device off:
1. Press and hold the Power  key.
2. Tap Power off , and confirm if prompted.
Lock or Unlock Your Device
Use your device’s screen lock features to secure your 
device. By default, the device locks automatically when 
the screen times out.
To lock the device:...

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Use the Setup Wizard
The first time you turn your device on, a Welcome 
screen is displayed. It guides you through the basics of 
setting up your device.
Follow the prompts to choose a default language, 
connect to a Wi-Fi
® network, set up accounts, choose 
location services, learn about your device’s features, 
and more.
Google Account
Your new device uses your Google™ Account to fully 
utilize its Android™ features.
To set up a Google Account on your device, use 
Accounts...

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Enable Factory Reset Protection
Adding a Google Account to your device automatically 
activates the FRP security feature.
Disable Factory Reset Protection
To disable FRP, remove all Google Accounts from the 
device.
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Cloud and accounts >  Accounts > 
Google .
3. Tap  More options > Remove account .
Samsung Account
Create a Samsung account for access to Samsung 
content and apps on your device.
To set up a Samsung...

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Add an Email Account
Use the Email app to view and manage all your email 
accounts in one app. 
To set up an email account on your device, use Accounts 
settings. 
1. From a Home screen, swipe up to access Apps .
2. Tap  Settings > Cloud and accounts >  Accounts.
3. Tap  Add account >  Email.
Transfer Data from Your Old Device
Use Smart Switch™ to transfer contacts, photos, and 
other content from your old device. You can also use 
the included On-the-Go adapter to copy content...