Samsung Notebook Odyssey User Manual

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Number Name
•	Setup items
•	Setup tools
 –Help: View the help for BIOS set up.
 –Default: Return to the default settings.
 –Restore: Cancel changes.
 –Save: Save settings.
 –Exit: Exit BIOS setup.
•	Help
•	Setup menu
 –SysInfo: View the basic specifications of the 
computer.
 –Advanced: Configure the chipsets and 
additional functions.
 –Security: Configure security functions.
 –Boot: Configure peripherals and boot-
related settings.
The BIOS setup screen appears only in English.
The BIOS screen
The BIOS setup screen appears as shown below.
You can change BIOS settings using the keyboard or mouse.     
						

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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 entering 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 Samsung 
Service Center. In this case, a service fee will be charged.
•	If you forget the User Password, disable the Supervisor 
Password
, and the User Password is also automatically 
disabled.   
						

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5 Enter a password and select Ok.
The password can be up to 20 characters.
6 Enter the password again to confirm it and select Ok.
7 Select Save → Ok 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, if 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 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, turn off the computer and turn it on again. 
Then, press the 
F2 key several times before the logo appears 
to enter the BIOS setup screen.   
						

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Boot priority
Change the boot priority from the BIOS setup.
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Before the logo appears, press the F2 key several times.
3 Access the Boot menu.
4 Select Boot Device Priority.
5 Select an option menu to open the list.
6 Select an option.
7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart.
Select 
Exit → Ok to restart without saving the changes.
Removing a password
1 Turn on the computer.
2 Before the 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.
7 Select Save → Ok to save and restart.
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) XXXX American Megatrends, Inc.Smart Battery Calibration > Touch Pad Mouse      
On
USB Charge In Sleep Mode     Off
USB S3 Wake-up     Off
BIOS Adaptive Brightness    On
4 The Battery Calibration function is activated and the battery is 
forcefully discharged. To stop the operation, press the 
Esc key.
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 the 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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Charging the battery
1 Connect the power cable to the AC adapter.
2 Connect the AC adapter to the DC jack of the computer.
3 Plug the power cable into an electric socket.
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Battery
Fully charge the battery using the AC adapter before using the 
computer for the first time.
•	Use only Samsung-approved AC adapters, batteries, 
and cables. Unapproved adapters or cables can cause 
the battery to explode or damage the computer.
•	Incorrectly connecting the charger may cause serious 
damage to the computer.
•	This computer is equipped with an internal battery.  
The battery is not user-serviceable or user-replaceable.
•	To safely remove or replace the battery, take the device 
to a Samsung Service Center. You will be charged for 
this service.
•	You can use the computer while it is charging, but 
the battery charging time may increase. If the battery 
temperature rises too much, the charging may stop as a 
safety measure.
To restore the battery power after cutting it, connect the 
AC adapter.   
						

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Battery status
Move the cursor over the battery icon on the taskbar to view the 
current battery charge.
Viewing the current battery charge when the 
computer is turned off
Connect or disconnect the AC adapter from the computer to view 
the current battery charge when the computer is turned off.
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4 When the battery is fully charged, the operating status LED 
turns green. Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer.
Operating status LEDStatus
•	Red: Charging
•	Green: Fully charged
•	Blue: Turned on
5 Unplug it from the electric socket.   
						

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When battery expiration is imminent
Batteries are consumable parts and the remaining battery life is 
currently low. Continued use may result in charge or discharge 
failures. Whether or not batteries can be used is determined 
based on safety evaluations. Please replace it with a new battery 
(genuine) to prevent data loss and ensure safe usage.
When the battery has expired
Batteries are consumable parts and the current battery cannot be 
used as the battery life has expired. Please replace it with a new 
battery (genuine) to prevent data loss and ensure safe usage. 
Whether or not batteries can be used is determined based on 
safety evaluations. To prevent data loss while replacing batteries, 
please be sure to save your work first.
Instruction messages related to battery life are displayed 
properly when the 
Samsung Settings application is 
installed on your computer. The messages may vary 
depending on the model and software version.
Saving battery power
On the taskbar, select  → Battery saver.
Battery saver mode is activated.
Battery saver mode is disabled when the AC adapter is 
connected.
Battery usage time
Batteries are replaceable items and over time the battery’s 
capacity to hold a charge and its power level is reduced. If a 
battery can only hold its charge for half of the time that it could 
when new, it is recommended to purchase a new, replacement 
battery.
Checking battery life instruction messages
When the battery has expired, an instruction message may appear 
on the screen. To prevent the computer from losing data and to 
use the computer safely, follow the on-screen instructions.   
						

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Troubleshooting
Samsung Recovery
When a problem occurs with the computer, it is easy to restore 
the computer back to the factory default settings by using the 
Samsung Recovery application (Recovery/Backup). It is also 
possible to restore the computer to a previously backed up point. 
Back up important data regularly before a problem occurs with 
the computer.
•	The Samsung Recovery application may not be 
provided in models with less than 64 GB of storage. 
For models with less than 64 GB of storage, recover the 
computer to the factory default settings by reinstalling 
Windows.
•	Some functions may differ or may be unavailable 
depending on the version. Refer to the application’s 
help information.
•	Run the Samsung Recovery application with 
administrator privileges.
•	The Samsung Recovery application (Recovery/Backup) 
is not available when using CD/DVD drives.
•	Recovering the computer erases the data or 
applications saved after a backup point. Therefore, back 
up important data regularly before a problem occurs 
with the computer.
•	When you launch the application for the first time, read 
and accept the Terms and Conditions when they display 
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2 Select Backup Management → Factory image → Recover.Recovering to factory default
You can restore the computer to its factory default settings. If 
necessary, back up important data to an external storage device 
before restoring the system. See Backing up the current system.
1 When the computer starts Windows: Select the Start button 
(
) → Samsung → Samsung Recovery.
When the computer does not start Windows: Turn on the 
computer and press the 
F4 key several times before the logo 
appears.