User Guide SAMSUNG R523/R423

10Power RelatedThe power plug and wall outlet gures may differ depending on the country specications and the product model.Do not touch the main plu

11If water or another substance enters the power input jack, AC adapter or the computer, disconnect the power cord and contact the service center.Dama

12Connect the power cord to the AC adapter rmly.Otherwise, there is a danger of re due to an incomplete contact.Do not place heavy objects or step o

13Battery Usage RelatedKeep the battery out of the reach of infants and pets, as they could put the battery into their mouths.There is a danger of ele

14Disconnect all cables connected to the computer before cleaning it. If you are cleaning a notebook computer, remove the battery.There is a danger of

15Avoid direct sunlight when the computer is in an air-tight location such as inside a vehicle.There is a danger of a re hazard. The computer may ove

16When carrying the notebook computer with other items, such as the adapter, mouse, books etc, take care not to press anything against the notebook co

17 CautionFailing to follow instructions marked with this symbol may cause slight injury or damage to the product.Battery Usage RelatedDispose of wor

18Usage RelatedDo not place a candle, light cigar, etc. over or on the product.There is a danger of re.Use a wall outlet or multi-plug with a groundi

19Upgrade RelatedTake care when touching the product or parts.The device may be damaged or you may be injured.Take care not to throw or drop a compute

20Cautions on Preventing Data Loss (Hard Disk Management)Take care not to damage the data on a hard disk drive. A hard disk drive is so sensitive t

21Proper Posture During Computer UseMaintaining a proper posture during computer use is very important to prevent physical harm.The following instruct

22Eye PositionKeep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least 50cm.50cm Adjust the height of the monitor and the LCD screen so that its top

23Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers)Check your volume rst to listen to music.Check your volume!! Check if the volume is too loud before using

24Important Safety InformationSafety InstructionsYour system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology

25Care During Use Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills

26Battery DisposalDo not put rechargeable batteries or products powered by non-removable rechargeable batteries in the garbage.Contact the Samsung Hel

27Connect and Disconnect the AC adapterThe socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.Do not unplug the power

28Regulatory Compliance StatementsWireless Guidance(If tted with 2.4G band or 5G band) Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wirele

29 Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices

3ContentsChapter 1. Getting StartedCautions Regarding OS Support 6Before You Start 7Safety Precautions 9Proper Posture During Computer Use 21Impor

30United States of AmericaUSA and Canada Safety Requirements and NoticesDo not touch or move antenna while the unit is transmitting or receiving.Do no

31Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15(If tted with 2.4G band or 5G band) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject t

32Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15Low power, Radio LAN type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication devices), operating in the 2.4GHz/

33FCC Part 68 (If tted with a modem device.)This equipment compiles with part of the FCC rules. On the back of this equipment is a label that contai

34Unintentional Emitter per ICES-003This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set

35Telecommunications per DOC notice (for products tted with an IC-compliant modem)The Industry Canada label identies certied equipment. This certi

36European Union CE Marking and Compliance NoticesProducts intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the Conformité Européene (CE) M

37European Radio Approval Information (for products tted with EU-approved radio devices)This Product is a Notebook computer; low power, Radio LAN typ

38EU R&TTE Compliance StatementsČesky[Czech]Samsung tímto prohlašuje, že tento Notebook PC je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušný

39Malti[Maltese]Hawnhekk, Samsung, jiddikjara li dan Notebook PC jikkonforma mal-ħtiāijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm  d-

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40European Economic Area RestrictionsLocal Restriction of 802.11b/802.11g Radio Usage[Note to integrator: The following statements on local restrictio

41European Telecommunication Information (for products tted with EU-approved modems)Marking by the symbol indicates compliance of this equipment to

42WEEE SYMBOL INFORMATION Correct disposal of this product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)(Applicable in the European Union and other E

43Basic ItemsThe items included in the package may vary depending on your selection of the optional items. Some items may be replaced with similar pro

44Front ViewOverviewBefore You Start! Optional items may be changed or may not be provided depending on the computer model. The actual color and a

45Status Indicators1Caps LockThis turns on when the Caps Lock key is pressed allowing capital letters to be typed without holding the Shift button dow

46Right View1CD Drive(ODD) (Optional)Plays CD or DVD titles.Since an ODD(Optical Disk Drive) is optional, the installed drive depends on the computer

47Left View► For 15.6 inch models21 3 4 5 6 7 81Security Lock Port You can connect a Kensington lock to the Security Lock Port to prevent the computer

48Left View1DC Jack A jack to connect the AC adapter that supplies power to the computer. 2Wired LAN Port Connect the Ethernet cable to this port.3Mo

49Back View1BatteryThis is a Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery that supplies power to the computer.2Fan VentsThe internal heat of the computer is emitt

5 Chapter 1.Getting StartedCautions Regarding OS Support 6Before You Start 7Safety Precautions 9Proper Posture During Computer Use 21Important Sa

50Bottom View1Battery LatchesThe latch used to remove or install the battery.2Memory Compartment CoverThe main memory is installed inside the cover.3H

51Turn on the computerAttaching the Battery1 Battery preparation.2 Attaching the Battery.Connect the AC adapter1 Connect the AC adapter.2 Connect

52Turn on the computerCharge the battery fully when using the computer for the rst time.1 Lift up the LCD panel.2 Press the Power button to turn the

53Using Sleep ModeWindows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7.Sleep mode enables switching the computer to Standby mode in order to minimize power consumpt

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55 Chapter 2.Using the computerKeyboard 56Touchpad 59CD Drive (ODD, Optional) 60Inserting and Ejecting a CD 60Multi Card Slot (Optional) 61Adjus

56KeyboardShortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections. The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard. Y

57Fn+ Name FunctionSamsung Support CenterSystem diagnosis, recovery and Internet consultation program, Samsung Support Center, will be launched. (Opti

58Screen Brightness ControlTo adjust the LCD brightness press the Fn + ( ) key combination or the Fn + ( ) key combination. The changed screen brightn

59TouchpadThe touchpad provides the same function as a mouse and the left and right buttons of the touchpad plays the role of the left and right butto

6Cautions Regarding OS Supportz Windows is neither installed nor supplied with this computer. x Therefore, customers should purchase a Windows XP

60CD Drive (ODD, Optional)An optical disk drive is optional and may differ depending on your computer model. For detailed specications, refer to the

61Multi Card Slot (Optional)Using the multi card slot, you can read and write data to a SDHC, MMC and SD card.You can use a card as a removable disk a

62Using a Memory Stick Duo, Mini SD and RS-MMCSince the above cards are too small, you cannot insert the cards into the slot directly.Insert the card

63Adjusting the VolumeYou can adjust the volume using the keyboard and the volume control program.Adjusting the Volume using the KeyboardPress the Fn

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Chapter 3.Settings and UpgradeLCD Brightness Control 66BIOS Setup 67Entering the BIOS Setup 67The BIOS Setup Screen 68Setting a Boot Password 7

66LCD Brightness ControlYou can adjust the LCD brightness in 8 levels.Before You Start!The LCD brightness is the brightest (Level 8) when the computer

67BIOS SetupThe BIOS Setup enables you to congure your computer hardware according to your needs.Before You Start! Use the BIOS setup to dene a bo

68The BIOS Setup ScreenMenu DescriptionMainUsed to change the basic system and environment settings.AdvancedUsed to congure advanced functions on you

69System Setup KeysIn the Setup, you have to use the keyboard.F1 Press to view the Setup Help.Up & Down Keys Press to move up and down.F5/F6 Press

7Before You StartBefore reading the User Guide, rst check the following information.Safety Precaution NotationsIcon Notation DescriptionWarningFailin

70Setting a Supervisor PasswordA Supervisor Password is required to turn the computer on or to start the System Setup.When setting a Supervisor Passwo

71Before conguring a user password, a supervisor password must have been congured. Deactivating the supervisor password also deactivates the user pa

72Changing the Boot PriorityThe default boot priority of your computer is the CD-ROM rst, then a removable device and then the hard disk drive in thi

73Upgrading MemoryOne or more memory modules are installed on the computer.There are 2 memory slots and users can replace the installed memory or add

742 Insert a new memory module into the memory slot at an angle of approximately 30 degrees aligning it to the angle of the memory slot.3 Push the m

754 Close the memory compartment cover and fasten the screw.Removing a memory modulePull the memory module latches outward. The memory module will po

76BatteryPlease refer to the following instructions when running the computer on battery power without connecting the AC power.A Lithium-Ion smart bat

773 To install the battery again, slide the battery into the system. The battery latches move inwards and x the battery automatically.Check if the b

78Measuring the Remaining Battery ChargeYou can view the battery charge status by completing the following procedures.To use the shortcut key to viewY

79XXXXXXXXUsing the Battery Calibration FunctionWhen charging/discharging the battery repeatedly for a short time only, the battery usage time may be

8About the Product Capacity Representation StandardAbout HDD Capacity RepresentationThe capacity of the storage device (HDD, SSD) of the manufacturer

80Using the Security Lock PortYou can connect a Kensington lock to the Security Lock port to prevent your computer from being stolen when you have to

Chapter 4.AppendixProduct Speci cations 82

82Product SpecicationsThe system specications may differ depending on the derived models. For detailed system specications, refer to the product c

83Registered TrademarksSamsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Co., Ltd.Intel, Pentium/Celeron are registered trademarks of the Intel Corporation

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9Installation RelatedDo not install the product in places exposed to humidity such as a bathrooms.There is a danger of electric shock. Use the product