Hello Perrype,
I am away most of the day, so this will be quick response. But I wanted to give you a heads-up before you start.
0) Do NOT use Microsoft's USB creation tool (assuming it is the original one for Win7): It creates an NTFS formatted USB stick, which is not supported for booting on computers that run UEFI mode (all Win8.x computers). You must install either from DVD or from a FAT32 formatted USB stick. Please see this post for details and alternatives.
1) Correct, if your computer came with Win8, you can NOT use your embedded Product Key during Win8.1 clean install. The trick is to use a generic (and temporary) Product Key during installation and NOT activate, then enter your Win8 Product Key after completed installation and activate using that. See this article for details.
2) Correct, don't format the entire SSD, or you will lose your Recovery. Just format the Windows partition and nothing else, and use it as destination in Windows Setup. Also, do NOT use any installation guides that tell you to disable UEFI (switch to CSM mode) as this will force you to convert the SSD to MBR format -- which wipes it completely.
You need to disable Fast BIOS/Fast Boot in your BIOS settings in order to boot a USB stick (or DVD drive). Depending on your install media, you MAY have to also disable SecureBoot and select OS Mode Selection=UEFI & CSM OS, but only do this if you have to. Change these settings back after completed installation.
Definitely backup any data you have before starting the installation. Also, as a general precaution, I would recommend creating a backup of your Recovery (so-called bootable Factory Image backup) as described in the first two steps in this post -- particularly since you are going to install Win8.1, which several members have reported damaged Samsung Recovery during a clean install.
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I asked about the video, and the only reason I was requesting it was because someone else stated that the fan was loud. According to you though if its silent then it might not be worth it; however, maybe just a video showing us the screen and the form factor would be nice. How does the screen do in different lighting situations? How does it look when playing a movie? etc. If its not too much trouble of course.
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A number of US online shops list the ETA for NP900X3G-S02US as 4/10/2014. So far, Amazon.com does not list NP900X3G-S02US at all. Does anybody have experience with how soon Amazon.com starts selling Samsung Laptops after they become available in the US?
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I was hoping Amazon would do the same for this AB9 model, but nothing as of yet. Maybe they still will, but perhaps since Samsung considers this their "business line" and there hasn't even been an official announcement or marketing for it, I wouldn't count on it. At the very minimum, I would at least expect Amazon to carry it at some point.
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Looks like Apple Mac Computers & Accessories from MacMall, The #1 Mac Warehouse has now stock for the US models.
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If I were shopping for this notebook then I would get the -S02US with the 8GB RAM. The performance difference between the i5 and i7 CPUs isn't noticeable in everyday usage while the SSD can be unofficially upgraded (get the EVO mSATA SSD) while the RAM is soldered and cannot be changed.
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I would probably save the $300 then spend it on a 500GB SSD.
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One thing more ,i7 model is worth extra 300$ because 256gb drives cost around 170$ if you want to buy it alone + i7 is worth extra 130$. -
so who will be biting the bullet and buying the U.S. model first? Does this mean we can look forward to a proper review by NBR or mobiletechreview or something similar? maybe having a comparison between this and the AB9+.
Also I think Amazon has it Amazon.com: ATIV BOOK 9 - INTEL CORE I5-4200U - 128GB SSD - 8GB DDR3 - 13.3 LED - INTEL HD G: Computers & Accessories -
Once I get it, I will put Linux on it and then tell you guys about the notebook. I cannot compare it to any other Samsung notebook though, because I've never had a Samsung notebook before.
I also found that seller on Amazon, but since it's not Amazon itself that is behind that particular listing, I'm not planning on getting it there (would like to get it from Amazon.com, though, if the price is right). -
I'm sure Amazon prime (and others) will have it within the month. The question is whether the MS store ever will. I doubt it, since it flys in the face of their touch edict. -
Here you go
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I recently got a refurb Dell Latitude 10 tablet to play with and trying to use normal Windows programs on a touchscreen is like trying to stir porridge with a feather: It occasionally works. Plus there are the clever bits of design such as a pop-up keyboard that covers the box wanting the text entry. I'd better stop there - I'm going off topic.
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Does anyone know if these models are aluminum or magnesium? I have seen posts that indicate the magnesium construction is not quite as good as the aluminum. There are fitment issues and the feel is not as good with the magnesium. Not that I, too, am waiting on pricing and availability from reputable on line vendors.
I have researched many 13.3 ultrabooks and keep coming up with the Samsung as my first choice. I wish there could be a matte touch screen... Trying to use a glossy screen in bright light is nearly impossible. Asus UX31 series with HD and matte screen are the only other models that seem to come close to the Ativ Book. They don't seem to get the reviews that the Samsung Series 9 and Ativ Book get, however.
8gb and 4th gen processors make the NP900X3G-S01/02US pretty much untouchable in an HD matte screen ultrabook
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Just wanted to report that, like Ativ Book 9 Plus owners, I face a problem with Settings 2.2.0.11.
SW Update informed me about the update and I agreed to install it.
Half way through the setup one is asked to reboot and so I did.
After the reboot, even though SW Update tells me that Settings has been updated to the latest version, Settings has been removed from my system instead.
I returned to SW Update and installed 2.2.0.7 which is working fine.
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Not in stock yet but the i5 is listed for $1,476 at Office Depot: Samsung ATIV Book 9 NP900X3G 133 LED SuperBright Ultrabook Intel Core i5 i5 4200U 160 GHz Ash Black by Office Depot
And 1,428 at PCnation http://www.pcnation.com/web/details.asp?item=UN5080
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Hi,
did anyone try to change the ssd? I'm considering buying the 128 GB version and swap the ssd for a bigger model. Do you think this is possible? What kind of ssd is installed? Msata?
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Keep the original SSD in case you need warranty service.
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For anyone who gets one of these new models with Win7 pre-installed, it would be interesting (and very useful) to know whether they are installed in classic BIOS mode on MBR-partitioned drives (like original Win7 models) or in UEFI mode on GPT-partitioned drives (like Win8.x models).
Also, whether they have the new BIOS style with SecureBoot or not. AND which type of Recovery: SRS5 (unlikely) or SRS6 or something new or completely different.
I imagine the average support costs for Samsung (including warranty and refurbs) have been dramatically higher on models delivered with Win8/UEFI/GPT compared to ones delivered with Win7/BIOS/MBR -- but maybe Microsoft will not allow them to deliver new models the old style, even if they are Win7.
The answer to this will affect the kind of advice we can give members here. So far the pre-installed version of Windows has been an easy way to know the type of system (UEFI/GPT or BIOS/MBR) and hence the correct advice when members want to upgrade/downgrade/re-install/backup etc. -
Newegg.com has them as well (at pretty good prices): Newegg.com - np900x3g
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I wonder if these come with reinstallation media or at least an 8.1 disc?
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I'm 90% sure that anti-glare and matte mean the same thing and the color of the laptop will be mineral black ash and it will be made of magnesium, but since it will be rather difficult to find a physical store that will have this unit on display I just wanted to make sure. -
I just got my new 900X3G with a 256 SSD (K01, german version) and core i5. I will check the screen tomorrow in the sunlight and let you guys know how it works out. In case you guys want to know something about the laptop just let me know. I read a couple of things about programs from Samsung being installed. Does it make sense to delete them or is there any other thing you guys would recommend to do regarding software being installed or maybe drivers.
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I'm actually replace my old laptop with this one and since the screen isn't the biggest one I'm thinking about buying a 4k screen once the prices are somewhat normal. -
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As a minimum you will need SW Update and Settings but don't uninstall anything until you have checked you can get it through SW Update.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTQvYxELaFI
Regarding the notebook. I honestly don't know if it's made out of aluminium or magnesium. Since I never had a new laptop like that I can't really tell you if it is a high quality product or not. I can tell you one thing though. I was placing the laptop on my desk and wanted to try the keyboard and while I was putting my palms on the laptop I noticed that the whole thing is really wobbly. I noticed that one corner of the bottom wasn't really in contact with the desk when I put my palms on the laptop. What I've done now, I softly applied pressure on the opposite corners of the bottom of the laptop and it seems to stand somewhat sturdy on the desk now. I will at it tomorrow again but that kind of annoyed me big time. Maybe magnesium is more flexible than aluminium, I don't know? Or maybe this is due to the small thickness of the laptop? -
http://www.amazon.com/ATIV-Book-NP9...=UTF8&qid=1397155531&sr=8-2&keywords=np900x3g
Samsung ATIV Book 9 900X3G - 13.3" - Core i7 4500U - Windows 7 Pro / Window - NP900X3G-S01US - Notebook Computers - CDW.com -
John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator
I had the problem of wobbly base with the NP900X4C but fixed it by removing the base and bending that. I suspect that the thin metal base is a production challenge. Nonetheless, this problem should be checked for and fixed before leaving of the factory.
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Member kitejumping posted here about getting 4K@30Hz, and member dhm282 posted here about getting 2560x1440@40Hz -- both through micro-HDMI on AB9+. Member feystorm posted here about getting 2560x1440@57Hz on NP900X4C.
As go45cvi posted, 4K monitors will most likely be common during the usable lifetime of a new laptop like this, and it sucks that we have these limitations with micro-HDMI. The limitation is definitely not with the Intel graphics. -
As many others I was waiting for the Series 9 13" model to come with 8GB Ram. I received my 900x3g yesterday. Beautiful piece. Unfortunately, the display shows extensive bleeding close to the lower becel. Not like some of my previous laptops that were grey instead of black in some regions - no, there is very bright light coming through at some spots. I will therefore return it to the shop. I am not sure if I should get a replacement or refund. Is this a common problem?
In addition, the keyboard quality is pretty poor. Keys are loud and the space key doesnt sit very tight. I had the impression that the earlier series 9 keyboards where more stiff. What is your impression here? -
Hello, I just got my 900x3g for 970 on this german webshop: notebookkontor - Bertram Daten- und Netzwerkmanagement GmbH Notebookfachhandel in Aachen und Euregio - student notebook finder laptop aachen umts notebooktasche campusrabatt acer asus sony ibm lenovo toshiba
It's definitely not a common problem regarding the display bleeding. The screen on the Ativ Book 9 is known to be one of the best on the market with few reports about faults.
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Thanks for the explanation regarding 4k and also for your tip regarding the wobbly base. For now it seems to work in case it gets wobbly again I will try removing the base.
I am pretty happy with the laptop so far one thing though. It seems as if the touchpad needs a driver update. Unfortunately I can't scroll using the touchpad which is really annoying. The touchpad works fine overall but scrolling doesn't work at all. Anybody else experiencing the same problem so far? -
Finally I received my NP900X3G, the model with W8.1 Pro was delayed, I switched to the W8.1 model.
I removed the original mSATA SSD (Model Samsung PM851 Series MZMTE256HMHP-00000 mSATA 256GB SATAIII TLC), remplaced by the Samsung Evo 1TB mSATA.
I installed Windows 8.1 Pro licence without using the original Samsung licence, everything work fine.
CONS:
I do not like so much the keyboard, the touchpad accuracy movement (I removed the original software ELAN, I will try to install the software from Synaptics), battery last less than expected (sometimes I need full power processing and I need to switch the power mode to full performance dual core), LCD back light sensor, the display shows bleeding close to the lower bezel (It's visible when booting).
PRO:
Screen Color quality and focus (much better than my old Toshiba), silent, notebook size and weight, speakers
Overall satisfied.
I did not find any Samsung sleeve for this model, I finally used the Toshiba Ultrabook sleeve PX1856E-1NCA
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Hello all, as i've been busy i just found the time do make a clean installation. I downloaded a program named "Rufus" to make a bootable USB drive. I have to chose one of the following options, among others:
Partition type:
1) MBR partition type for BIOS/UEFI machines
2) MBR partition type for UEFI machines
3) GPT partition type for UEFI machines
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It comes with Windows 7 Professional (Service Pack 1) pre-installed, but that seems to be buggy. Every time I log in it says it was logged in with a temporary profile. Well, that's Windows for you. Since I'm not a masochist, I am now installing Linux (Debian) on it and won't be using Windows at all, so I don't care if it's buggy.
The SSD uses an MBR partition table and has 3 partitions:
1) boot, 100 MB
2) main Win7, 102 GB, about 35 GB used
3) recovery, 16.5 GB
Secure Boot is turned OFF in the BIOS and the OS mode is set to "CSM OS".
When I choose the recovery utility (F4) it says "Samsung Recovery Solution 5 [EMS Enabled]".
NP900X3G - Successor to the ATIV Book 9 (not Lite or Plus) with Haswell
Discussion in 'Samsung' started by abw1987, Dec 1, 2013.