Samsung Series 9 User Manual

30Chapter 1 
Getting StartedTurning the Computer On and Off
Turning the computer on
1
 Connect the AC adapter.
2
 Lift the LCD panel up.
3
 Press the Power button to turn the computer on.
4
 Power button LED is lit while the computer is turned on.
LED
About Windows Activation
When you turn the computer on for the first time, the Windows 
activation screen appears.
Follow the activation procedures according to the instructions on 
the screen to use the computer.
Adjusting the screen brightness
When the...

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Getting Started
Turning the computer off
Since the procedures to turn the computer off may differ • 
depending on the installed operating system, please turn 
the computer off according to the procedures for the 
purchased operating system.
Save all your data before clicking on • Shut down.
1
 The Charms menu appears when you place your mouse 
pointer at the edge of the top or bottom right of the screen.
2
 Click Settings 
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 > Power 
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 > Shut down.
If you want to power...

Chapter 2. 
Using Windows 8
What is Microsoft Windows 8? 33
Screen At a Glance 34
Using the Charms  36
Using Apps 38
Windows Hot Key Function  41  

33Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  What is Microsoft Windows 8?
Microsoft Windows 8 (hereafter referred to as Windows) is an 
operating system that is required for operating a computer.
To use your computer optimally, you need to know how to use it 
properly. Therefore, It is better to learn how to use Windows by 
utilizing Windows Help and Support.
The screen may appear somewhat different depending on • 
the model and the operating system.
Since this guide has been prepared based on Windows • 
8, some of the...

34Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  Screen At a Glance
Windows 8 provides both the new Start screen mode and the 
Desktop mode of the existing OS. 
Start Screen Desktop 
Start Screen
When you turn on the computer, the Start screen is displayed, 
which allows you to use the applications (Application, App, 
hereafter referred to as an App) at the same location. 
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1 Start Screen Refers to the default Start screen of 
Windows 8.
2 App Refers to the apps that are currently 
installed.
3Displaying the...

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Using Windows 8  Screen At a Glance
Desktop
This provides similar functions to those provided by the Desktop 
in prior Windows versions. 
 
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4 2
2 1
1DesktopRefers to the Desktop.
2Displaying the 
Charms
The Charms is hidden at the right of the screen. 
Place your mouse pointer at the edge of the 
top or bottom right of the screen to display the 
Charms.
3Charms
This refers to the menu that allows you to use 
functions such as Search, Share, Start, Device 
and Settings.
4
Switching 
to...

36Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  
The Charms is a new type of menu that combines the Start menu 
with the Control Panel of existing Windows. 
The Charms allows you to quickly configure the device(s) 
connected to your computer, search for App(s)/file(s), and use the 
sharing function, etc. 
Activating the Charms 
If you move your mouse pointer to the top or bottom right corner 
of the screen, the Charms appears.
Charms
Displaying 
the Charms 
Menu Displaying 
the Charms 
Menu
SearchShareStart
Device...

3637Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  Using the Charms
Changing the Settings 
Frequently used Windows menus are collected.
Click the Charms > Settings.IconNameFunction Description
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Wireless 
Network
You can connect to a wireless network. 
Select a wireless network to connect 
to.
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Adjusting the 
Volume
You can adjust the volume or mute the 
sound.
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Screen 
BrightnessYou can adjust the screen brightness.
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NoticeYou can set the interval at which an 
App sends notices.
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PowerYou can turn off your...

38Chapter 2 
Using Windows 8  Using Apps
An App refers to an application program (hereafter referred to as 
an App). In a larger sense, it refers to all the software programs 
installed on the operating system. 
Windows 8 provides basic Apps for frequently performed tasks.
Starting/Exiting an App
Click on an App in the Start screen to activate it. 
To exit the App
1
  Move your mouse pointer to the top of the screen. 
Your mouse pointer changes to a hand shape.
2
 Click and hold your mouse button and...

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Using Windows 8  Using Apps
Running Two Apps at the Same Time
1
 Select the Apps in the Start screen. 
2
  Move your mouse pointer to the top of the screen. Your 
mouse pointer changes to a hand shape.
3
 If you click and hold your mouse button and move left or 
right, you can split the screen to display multiple Apps.
4 
 Move the Screen Split Bar to change the screen split ratio.  
Supported screen split ratios are 3:7 or 7:3.
 
Ex) If you run the Weather App and Store App at the 
same...