Samsung Series 9 User Manual

80Chapter 3.  
Using the computerUsing the Multimedia App (Optional)
Using the S Gallery app
1
 Ta p  Charm menu > Start 
á*

=ò
¹
…v
 > S Gallery.
2
 You can view the pictures and videos taken by the S Camera. 
In addition, you can apply special effects to the pictures using 
the photo editing function. 
You can take a picture in the S Gallery app by tapping the 
Camera icon.
Editing a photo
1
 Select Picture preview.
Drag it upward slightly from the bottom center.
If the options menu appears,...

8081Chapter 3.  
Using the computer
Using the S Gallery app
1
 Ta p  Charm menu > Start 
á*

=ò
¹
…v
 > S Gallery.
2
 You can view the pictures and videos taken by the S Camera. 
In addition, you can apply special effects to the pictures using 
the photo editing function. 
You can take a picture in the S Gallery app by tapping the 
Camera icon.
Editing a photo
1
 Select Picture preview.
Drag it upward slightly from the bottom center.
If the options menu appears, select Edit  .
Using the Multimedia...

82Chapter 3.  
Using the computerSamsung Software Update
SW Update is a software program that searches for Samsung 
software programs and drivers installed when you purchased the 
computer and helps you update any drivers or programs. 
You can check updatable files before performing the • 
update only when you are connected to the internet.
SW Update does not provide any updates for device drivers • 
or software programs installed separately by the user.
1
 From the Start Screen, right-click any area and...

8283Chapter 3.  
Using the computerDiagnosing the Computer Status and Troubleshooting
The Support Center program, which is Samsung’s computer’s 
troubleshooting guide, supports diagnosing the system and has a 
FAQ for frequently occurring problem(s). 
Support Center may not be provided or may be a different 
version depending on the model.
1
 From the Start Screen, right-click any area and select  
All apps  in the bottom right corner.
Then, click Support Center.
2
 Support Center is activated and starts...

BIOS Setup 85
Setting a Boot Password  87
Changing the Boot Priority 90
Battery  91
Chapter 4. 
Settings and Upgrade  

85Chapter 4. 
Settings and UpgradeBIOS Setup
The BIOS Setup enables you to configure your computer hardware 
according to your needs.
Use the BIOS setup to define a boot password, change the • 
booting priority, or add a new device.
Since incorrect settings may cause your system to • 
malfunction or crash, take care when configuring the BIOS.
The functions of the BIOS setup are subject to change for • 
product function enhancement purposes.
The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on • 
your...

86Chapter 4. 
Settings and Upgrade
The BIOS Setup Screen
The BIOS Setup menus and items may differ depending on 
your computer model.
Setup MenuSetup Items
Help
Help for the 
selected 
item appears 
automatically.
Setup MenuDescription
SysInfoThis is a description about the basic specifications 
of the computer.
AdvancedUsing this menu, you can configure the major 
chipsets and additional functions.
SecurityUsed to configure security functions, including 
passwords.
BootThis menu enables you to configure...

8687Chapter 4. 
Settings and UpgradeSetting a Boot Password
If you set a password, you have to enter the password when you 
turn the computer on or enter the BIOS Setup.
By configuring a password, you can restrict system access to 
authorized users only and protect data and files saved on the 
computer.
The password setting provides the following 3 sub menus.• 
(Supervisor Password, User Password and HDD Password)
Do not lose or forget your password. • 
Do not let others know your password.• 
If you...

88Chapter 4. 
Settings and UpgradeSetting a Boot Password
Setting a User Password
Using the User Password, you can turn the computer on but you 
cannot change the major settings of the BIOS Setup because you 
cannot enter the BIOS Setup. 
This helps prevent unauthorized access to the major settings in 
the BIOS Setup menu.
Before configuring a user password, a supervisor password must 
have been configured. Deactivating the supervisor password also 
deactivates the user password.
In the Set User Password...

8889Chapter 4. 
Settings and UpgradeSetting a Boot Password
Deactivating the Password
1
 Press  on the password to be deactivated. For 
example, to deactivate a supervisor password in the Set 
Supervisor Password item, press .
2
 In the Enter Current Password item, enter the currently 
configured password and press .
3
 Leave the Enter New Password item field empty, and press 
.
4
 Leave the Confirm New Password field empty, and press 
.
The password is deactivated.
For some models the password is only...