Samsung Notebook Odyssey User Manual

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Applications
Using applications
•	Images and features may differ depending on the 
model and the application version.
•	Some applications may not be supported depending 
on the model.
•	Applications that are provided by Samsung can be 
installed from 
Samsung Update.
•	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.  
						

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MenuDescription
Quick Settings
•	Set quick settings.
Convenience
•	Set system settings.
Power Management
•	Set power-related settings.
Network
•	Set network functions and settings.
Display
•	Set the screen brightness and color.
Audio
•	Set sound settings.
Input
•	Set input functions and settings.
Privacy Protection
•	Set security functions and settings.
My Log-in
•	Set personal log-in settings.
Samsung Settings
Samsung Settings, a Samsung-integrated settings application, 
offers various settings functions.
Images and features may differ depending on the model 
and the application version.
1 Select the Start button () → Samsung → Samsung 
Settings
.
2 Select an option to configure the corresponding function.   
						

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3 Select Install & Update.
4 Select items to update and select OK.
Samsung 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 
Samsung 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 Select the Start button () → Samsung → Samsung 
Update
.
2 Read and agree to the User Agreement.
This step appears only when the application runs for the first 
time.   
						

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2 Select Online Support (S Service) on the main page.
Enter the 
Contents and select Request.
Online Support (S Service)
3 You can speak to a service associate to resolve your 
computer’s problems.
Waiting times may vary depending on the network and 
number of waiting customers.
Online Support (S Service)
A service associate can resolve any problems you have with your 
computer using the online chat and remote control program. You 
can receive the help when you are having trouble using Samsung 
software.
You can access the online service for free for a certain period of 
time after purchasing your computer.
•	Online Support (S Service) may not be offered or its 
version may be different depending on the model you 
are using.
•	If Online Support (S Service) is not installed, select the 
Start button (
) → Store () and, search for S Service 
to download it.
1 Select the Start button () → Online Support (S Service).   
						

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Using Samsung PC Help
1 On a smartphone, tap Samsung PC Help.
2 On the Samsung PC Help main screen, select a menu to 
display the available content.
•	You may incur additional charges when you access 
content.
•	When you register your computer in the Settings 
menu, you can view its information on the Samsung PC 
Help app.
Samsung PC Help (Self-help 
application)
Use Samsung PC Help to access help-related content for 
Samsung computers from a smartphone.
Watch the 
Samsung PC Help videos to become familiar with new 
functions or to find solutions to problems.
For more information, visit www.samsungpchelp.com.
Installing Samsung PC Help
1 On a smartphone, tap Play Store and search for Samsung PC 
Help
.
2 Tap INSTALL → ACCEPT to complete the setup.  
						

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Samsung PC Cleaner
You can check the apps, services, and disk usage information of 
your computer with 
Samsung PC Cleaner. It also maintains the 
system performance by removing unnecessary programs and files.
Select the Start button (
) → Samsung PC Cleaner.  
						

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Settings & Upgrade
LCD brightness
Adjust the LCD brightness to reduce eye strain and save power.
Controlling brightness using the keyboard
•	To dim the LCD screen, press and hold the Fn key and press 
the 
F2 key.
+
•	To brighten the LCD screen, press and hold the Fn key and 
press the 
F3 key.
+
Controlling brightness using the taskbar
On the taskbar, select  → . You can adjust the level of 
brightness.
•	The LCD screen is automatically set to the brightest 
level when the AC adapter is connected. The LCD screen 
automatically becomes dimmer when the AC adapter is 
disconnected.
•	The computer has an automatic screen brightness 
adjustment to extend the battery usage time. When 
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2 Select Display → Display Color, and then select an option.
•	Auto mode: Optimizes the screen automatically for the 
currently running program.
•	Dynamic: Makes scenes more vivid and clear.
•	Standard: Appropriate for normal environments and 
convenient for most situations.
•	Photo Editing: Appropriate for viewing photos.
•	Reading: Appropriate for reading documents.
Changing display mode
Select the optimal screen settings based on your activity.
Some options may not be available depending on the 
model.
1 Select the Start button () → Samsung → Samsung 
Settings
.   
						

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•	To mute or unmute the volume, press and hold the Fn key and 
press the 
F6 key.
+
Controlling volume using the taskbar
1 Select  on the taskbar.
2 Drag the adjustment bar to the desired volume.
Volume adjustment bar
Volume
Adjust the system volume or sound volume when playing music 
or video.
Controlling volume using the keyboard
•	To turn down the volume, press and hold the Fn key and press 
the 
F7 key.
+
•	To turn up the volume, press and hold the Fn key and press 
the 
F8 key.
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Entering the BIOS screen
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Before the logo appears, press the F2 key several times.
•	If the computer is password-protected, press the F2 key 
several times before the password screen appears.
•	If the password screen or the Windows start screen 
appears, restart the computer and try again.
BIOS (Setup utility)
Define a boot password, change the boot priority, or configure the 
installed chipsets.
•	Incorrect settings may cause the system to malfunction 
or crash.
•	The BIOS setup screens, menus, and items may appear 
differently depending on the model and BIOS version.
•	BIOS setup functions are subject to upgrades.