User Manual Samsung Galaxy Book Pro
►For 15.6 inch models
Number/Name | Description |
1. Microphone | • You can use the built-in microphone. |
2. Ambient light sensor | • Recognizes the brightness of the environment where you use the computer. • When the surroundings become dark, the keyboard backlight turns on. • When the surroundings become bright, the keyboard backlight turns off. Note: Do not cover the ambient light sensor. |
3. Camera | • Using this camera, you can take still pictures and record video. |
4. Camera indicator U light | • This indicates the camera operating status. |
5. Display/Touch screen | • The screen's images are displayed here. • Recognizes touch interactions (Only for touch screen models). |
6. Power button/ Fingerprint recognition sensor | • Turns the computer on and off. • The fingerprint recognition sensor recognizes fingerprints. Scans a fingerprint to sign in to Windows, apps, and services. |
7. Numeric keypad | • Enter numbers. |
8. Keyboard | • Enter text or control computer functions. |
9. Touchpad | • Moves the cursor and selects options. • Functions as a mouse. |
Number/Name | Description |
1. Memory card slot | • Insert a memory card into the slot. |
2. USB Type-C port | • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to supply power to the computer. It can also be used to charge USB Type-C devices or to connect external display devices. |
3. Earpiece/ Headset jack | • Connect an earpiece or a headset to the computer to listen to audio. |
Number/Name | Description |
1. USBType-C V port | • This port allows the USB PD AC adapter to be used to supply power to the computer. It can also be used to charge USBType-C devices or to connect external display devices. |
2. Thunderbolt™ 4 port / | • Connect and charge a USB Type-C device and Thunderbolt™ device, or connect to an external display device. Note: Some features may not be li-J supported depending on your device's specifications. |
3. Operating status LED | • Shows the operating status of the computer. |
The charging feature of the USB Type-C port or Thunderbolt™ 4 port
Charging the computer
Connect an external power supply (sold separately) to the USB Type-C port or Thunderbolt™ 4 port to use it as the auxiliary power or charge the computer. Use an external power supply (sold separately) with a rating level higher than 10 W (5 V, 2 A) that supports USB Type-C or USB BC 1.2.
Charging a USB Type-C device or Thunderbolt™ device
Connect and charge your USB Type-C or Thunderbolt™ device by connecting it to the computer.
Note:
Number/Name | Description |
| 1. Operating status LED | • Shows the operating status of the computer. – Red: Charging – Green: Fully charged – Blue: Turned on |
| 2. Ambient light sensor | • Recognizes the brightness of the environment where you use the computer. • When the surroundings become dark, the keyboard backlight turns on. • When the surroundings become bright, the keyboard backlight turns off. Note: Do not cover the ambient light sensor. |
Number/Name | Description |
1. Fan vents | • Sucks in outside air and discharges heat generated inside the computer through these holes. • If the vents are blocked the computer may overheat. Avoid blocking the vents as this may be dangerous. |
2. Internal battery | • Provides power to the computer when not connected to an AC adapter. • To remove or replace the internal battery, take it to a Samsung Service Center. You will be charged for this service. |
3. Speaker | • Sound is emitted from the speakers. |
Note: If the case on the bottom of the device is replaced, the laser-carved model name, serial number, and various logos will not be displayed anymore. For more information, contact a Samsung Service Center.
Fully charge the battery using the AC adapter before using the computer for the first time.
Turning the computer on
1. Before turning on the computer, check that the battery is charged and charge it if necessary.
2. Open the display panel.
3. The computer turns on automatically when the display panel is opened. If the computer does not turn on automatically, press the Power button.
Note: Set the device to not turn on the computer automatically when the display panel is opened.
) → Samsung Settings. 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. The computer’s date and time may be incorrect when you turn it on for the first time. They may also be incorrect if the battery has been fully discharged or removed. To set the date and time, go to the desktop taskbar and right-click the date and clock area. Then, select Adjust date/time and set the current date and time.
Turning the computer off
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→ Shut down.
Note: Save all data before turning off the computer.
To unlock the lock screen, do one of the following:
If the account has a password, enter the password to log in after unlocking the screen.
Note:
Samsung Settings, a Samsung-integrated settings application, offers various settings functions.
Note:Images and features may differ depending on the model and the application version.
) → Samsung Settings. Menu | Description |
System | • Set system settings. |
Connections | • Set connection settings, such as the Bluetooth connection. |
Display | • Set the appropriate color for the user environment and related settings. |
Battery | • Set battery settings. |
Audio | • Set sound settings. |
Input | • Set input functions and settings. |
Camera | • Set Camera app settings. |
Quick settings | • Manage the quick settings displayed on the taskbar. |
About | • View the application version. |
Introduction
Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by handwriting or drawing on the screen. You can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.
Creating notes
1. Select the Start button () → Samsung Notes → 
and create a note. Select an input method from the toolbar at the top of the screen or on the right side of the screen.
2. When you are finished composing the note, select to save it. If you want to save the note in another file format, tap → Save as file.
Deleting notes: Right-click the note you want to delete on the note list and tap Delete.
Composing notes with handwriting
On the note composer screen, select a tool on the right side of the screen to write or draw with the S Pen.
You can enter your handwriting more easily if you magnify the screen by spreading two fingers on it.
Using the eraser
When you want to erase handwriting from a note, select and select an area to erase. Alternatively, select an area while pressing and holding the S Pen button.
Note Even with a smaller eraser, you may still not be able to precisely erase the intended part.
Editing handwritten notes
Edit handwritten notes using various editing options, such as cutting, moving, or resizing.
. You can also change the shape of the selection.
Changing styles
You can change the style of your handwriting and drawings. After writing or drawing on the screen, select and select a color or line thickness you want. Then, tap where you want to change the style with the S Pen.
Using the easy writing pad
Use the easy writing pad to enter your handwriting more easily. On the note composer screen, select 
. The input field will be magnified and appear as the easy writing pad.
Straightening content horizontally
You can horizontally straighten your handwriting and drawings. After writing or drawing on the screen, select 
.
Changing the note page background
You can change the note page background by applying a pattern or color you want. You can also add your own background image. On the note composer screen, select 
.
Recording voice to notes
Make a recording of your voice while creating a note, and then the content will be synchronized with the recording.
On the note composer screen, select 
and create a note.
Select a note from the list and select 
to play the recording. Then the content you created while recording will be displayed on the screen along with the recording.
Adding memos to PDF files
On the note composer screen, select 
, and then select a PDF file. You can add memos to the PDF file.
Display brightness
Adjust the display brightness to reduce eye strain and save power
Controlling brightness using the keyboard
Controlling brightness using the taskbar
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Note:
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.
Note:
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 data.
1. When the computer starts Windows: Select the Start button () → Samsung Recovery. When the computer does not start Windows: Turn on the computer and press the F4 key several times before the Samsung logo appears.
2. Select PC factory reset → Start factory reset. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recovery to its initial status.
Backing up data
Back up important data to an alternate internal drive or an external storage device regularly to prevent data loss.
Backing up the current system
You can back up the factory default system or current system to an alternate internal drive or an external storage device.
1. Select the Start button () → Samsung Recovery → Back up computer
2. Select a drive to save the backed up data → Start backup.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the backup
Backing up user data
You can back up data files and folders.
Recovering after a backup
Select a backup point saved on an alternate internal drive or an external storage device to recover the computer to that point.
1. When backing up to an external storage device, connect the device to the computer. .
2. Select the Start button () → Samsung Recovery
3. Select Backup and restore management.
4. Select Restore of the data you want to recover → Start restore
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete data recovery.
Copying the drive (making a disk image)
To replace the drive, move the data to the new drive by making a disk image. The new drive must be large enough to hold the data from the current drive. Purchase an external hard drive connector separately to connect the new drive to the computer.
Note: When Windows is installed on a non-user replaceable disk, such as an eMMC, you cannot copy the drive.
) → Samsung Recovery. 
If the Samsung Recovery application is not supported by the computer, reinstall Windows using the recovery function of Windows.
Reinstalling Windows will erase all data saved on the computer. Back up applications and personal data to an external storage device before reinstalling Windows.
) → 
→ Update & Security → Recovery. Note: After the system is recovered, select the Start button ( ) → Samsung Update to install the required Samsung applications.
When experiencing problems with the computer, try these solutions.
Windows
How can I uninstall an application?
) → → Apps → Apps & features. Samsung Recovery
What is a Recovery Area?
The computer has an additional partition for restoring data or saving backup files (only for models with the Samsung Recovery application). This partition is called a Recovery Area and it includes a recovery image comprised of the operating system and applications.
Why is the capacity representation of the hard disk drive (HDD) in Windows different from the product specifications?
The capacity of the storage device (HDD or SSD) of the manufacturer is calculated assuming that 1 KB = 1,000 Bytes. However, the operating system (Windows) calculates the storage device capacity assuming that 1 KB = 1,024 Bytes, and therefore the capacity representation of the HDD in Windows is smaller than the actual capacity. The capacity representation in Windows may be smaller than the actual capacity because some applications occupy a certain area of the HDD outside of Windows.
For models with the Samsung Recovery application, the HDD capacity representation in Windows may be smaller than the actual capacity because the Samsung Recovery application uses a hidden area of 5–20 GB of the HDD to save the recovery image, and that hidden area is not counted towards the total size available to Windows. The size of the Samsung Recovery application varies by model.
What is a recovery image?
This refers to the operating system, drivers, and software that are converted to a data image. It is required to recover the computer and is embedded in the computer’s HDD. However, this is not provided for storage devices where the capacity is less than 64 GB.
How can I restore a computer that does not have the Samsung Recovery application?
Restore the computer with the recovery function provided by Windows. Refer to the Recover Functionality item in the help for more details.
Miscellaneous
The camera and the microphone are not working. How do I turn them on again?
When recording protect mode is activated, the camera and microphone will not work.
Select the Start button () → Samsung Security → Block Recording and tap the switch to turn the features off.
The computer does not turn on automatically when the display panel is opened.
To turn on the computer, the display panel should be opened greater than a certain angle.
The angle may differ depending on the model.
If the computer LED does not turn on automatically, press the Power button.
The system specifications may differ depending on the derived model. For detailed system specifications, refer to the product catalog.
Item | Specification |
Operating environment | • Temperature: -5-40 °C for storage, 10-35 °C when operating • Humidity: 5-90 % for storage, 20-80 % when operating |
AC/DC rating | • Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz • Output: (PDO) 5 V, 3A/9V, 3A/15V, 3 A/20V, 3.25 A (PPS) 5-20 V, 3.25 A |
PC rating | • 20 VDC, 3.25 A (65 W) |
Note:
Maintaining proper posture during computer use is very important to prevent physical injury. Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in repetitive strain injury. Viewing the monitor screen for extended periods of time may result in eye strain. Therefore, please follow these guidelines carefully when setting up and using the computer.
Back and neck
Note:
Arms and hands
Eye position and display illumination
Hearing and volume control
Operating conditions
Use caution when exposed to flashing lights.
Reduce the risk of repetitive motion injuries.
When you repetitively perform actions, such as pressing keys, drawing characters on a touch screen with your fingers, or playing games, you may experience occasional discomfort in your hands, neck, shoulders, or other parts of your body. When using your computer for extended periods, hold the computer with a relaxed grip, press the keys lightly, and take frequent breaks. If you continue to have discomfort during or after such use, stop using the computer and consult a physician.
