MEDION E2005 D User Manual

Notes on this Manual

Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and care
can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer ownership of this
computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner.

This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the information you require. Along
with the Table of Contents at the beginning of this manual, an Index has been provided to
help you find topical information.

If you want to start up your Nettop PC immediately, please read the chapters Opera-
tional Safety (page 3) and Setting up and Getting Started (page 8).

We strongly recommend you read this entire manual to ensure the proper set-up and
operation of your Nettop PC.

Many application programs incorporate extensive help functions. As a general rule, you
can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard. These help functions will be
available to you while you are using the Microsoft Windows
spective application program.

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operating system or the re-

Audience

These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless of the
possible professional utilisation, this Nettop PC is designed for day-to-day household use.
The functions and applications for use with this Nettop PC have been designed with the
entire family in mind.

Purchase Details

Enter your purchase details below for quick reference.

Serial Numbers ......................................

(i.e. Microsoft

Place and date of Purchase ......................................

You will find the Nettop PC serial number on the rear of the Nettop PC. Also copy this
number into your guarantee documents, if necessary.

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Quality

Medion has selected the components in this computer for their high level of functionality,
ease of use, safety and reliability.

Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with an in­novative personal computer useful for applications relating to both work and leisure.

We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer. Thank you for choosing our

products.

© 2008 Medion
Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel
Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks
of their respective owners.

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Table of contents

Safety............................................................................................................ 1

Operational Safety.......................................................................................................3

Data Security............................................................................................................4

Setting Up & Getting Started ....................................................................... 5

Included with your Nettop PC .....................................................................................7

Setting Up ...................................................................................................................8

Set-up Location........................................................................................................8

Ambient Temperature ..............................................................................................8

Ergonomics..............................................................................................................9

Connecting ...............................................................................................................11

Cabling ..................................................................................................................11

Front Connectors ...................................................................................................13

Connecting the Monitor.........................................................................................13

Connecting USB Devices ........................................................................................14

LAN Connection.....................................................................................................14

Connecting a Microphone .....................................................................................15

Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input...............................................................15

Connecting Speakers/Audio Output ......................................................................15

Nettop PCs with Surround Sound.......................................................................15

Connecting headphones........................................................................................16

Connecting the Power Supply ...............................................................................17

Getting Started..........................................................................................................18

Step 1: Power On...................................................................................................18

AC adapter..........................................................................................................18

On/Off Switch ....................................................................................................18

Step 2: Starting Initial Setup...................................................................................19

Step 3: Finalising....................................................................................................19

Short Description of the Windows® Desktop........................................................20

Operation ................................................................................................... 23

The Mouse ................................................................................................................25

The Keyboard ............................................................................................................26

The Alt and Ctrl Keys..............................................................................................26

The Hard Drive ..........................................................................................................27

Important Directories.............................................................................................28

The Optical Drive ......................................................................................................29

Loading a Disc:.......................................................................................................29

Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs ..........................................................29

How to Remove a Disc ...........................................................................................30

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The Optical Drive as Boot Drive..............................................................................30

Regional Playback Information for DVD..................................................................30

Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter............................................................31

The Card Reader........................................................................................................32

The Graphics Card.....................................................................................................33

Personalize appearance and sounds.......................................................................33

The Sound Card ........................................................................................................34

USB Port ....................................................................................................................35

The Network .............................................................................................................36

What is a Network? ................................................................................................36

Wireless LAN ..........................................................................................................37

Safety Note .........................................................................................................37

Conditions..........................................................................................................37

Troubleshooting within the Network .....................................................................38

Software....................................................................................................................39

Getting to Know Windows XP................................................................................39

Windows® XP Manual..........................................................................................39

Windows® XP Tour ..............................................................................................39

Windows® XP Help and Support..........................................................................39

Software Installation ..............................................................................................40

Uninstall Software...............................................................................................41

Windows Activation ...............................................................................................41

Product activation on your Nettop PC.................................................................42

The BIOS Set-up-Program ......................................................................................42

Running the BIOS Set-up ....................................................................................42

BullGuard Internet Security ....................................................................................43

Customer Service & Self Help ..................................................................... 45

Data and System Security..........................................................................................47

Data Security..........................................................................................................47

Maintenance Programs ..........................................................................................47

Windows® Update...................................................................................................48

Windows Update Information for Data Security ..................................................49

System Restore ..........................................................................................................50

Correction..............................................................................................................50

System Restore powered by Symantec ...................................................................51

Limits of the Recovery .........................................................................................51

Carrying out a Restore ........................................................................................51

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................52

Customer Service ......................................................................................................53

Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................53

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Localise the Cause..................................................................................................53

Errors and Possible Causes .....................................................................................54

Additional Support.................................................................................................55

Driver Support .......................................................................................................55

Transporting the Nettop PC ...................................................................................56

Cleaning and Care .................................................................................................56

Recycling and Disposal...........................................................................................56

Battery Treatment ..................................................................................................57

Upgrades and Repairs ............................................................................................58

Notes for Service Engineers.................................................................................58

Appendix .................................................................................................... 61

Standards ..................................................................................................................63

Electromagnetic Compatibility ...............................................................................63

Electrical Safety ......................................................................................................63

Ergonomics............................................................................................................63

Noise Emission .......................................................................................................64

Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE......................64

FCC Compliance Statement ...................................................................................65

Making Copies of this Manual ................................................................................65

Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom........................................................66

Index.........................................................................................................................72

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Safety Connecting Operation Help Appendix

Chapter 1

Safety

Subject Page

Operational Safety ..........................................................3

Data Security ..............................................................4

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Operational Safety

Operational Safety

Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your Nettop PC.

• Do not allow children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Children are
incapable of judging potential risks properly.

• Keep the packing materials, such as plastic sheeting away from children. The dan-
ger of suffocation could arise in the case of misuse.

• Do not open the Nettop PC casing or use the Nettop PC with the casing removed.
When the casing is open there is a danger to life from electric shock.

• Optical drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must remain in their sealed
Nettop PC casing. Do not remove the drive covers, as exposure to the lasers may
prove harmful.

• Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the Nettop PC. This may
lead to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your Nettop
PC.

• Do not cover the slots and openings in the Nettop PC casing. These openings are
for ventilation purposes. Covering these vents may lead to overheating. Please keep
free a minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the Nettop PC.

• Do not subject the device to drips or spray or put any containers containing liquid,
such as vases, on it. Fluid penetrating can impair the electrical safety of the device.

Switch off your Nettop PC immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact cus­tomer service …

• … if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are burnt or damaged. Replace
the defective power cord with an original power cord. Under no circumstances may
a defective power cord be repaired.

• ... if the housing of the Nettop PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it. Have the
Nettop PC checked by customer service first, because the Nettop PC may not be
safely operated otherwise and there may be a life-threatening risk of electrocution!

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Data Security

Attention!

Every time you update your data make back-up copies on an external stor­age medium. The supplier does not assume liability for data loss or damage
to data storage units, and no claims can be accepted for damages result­ing from the loss of data or consequential losses.

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Operational Safety

Safety Connecting Operation Help Appendix

Chapter 2

Setting Up &

Getting Started

Subject Page

Included with your Nettop PC ..........................................7

Setting Up ........................................................................8

Connecting .....................................................................11

Getting Started ..............................................................18

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Operational Safety

Included with your Nettop PC

Please check that the contents listed below are supplied with your package and notify us
within 14 days of purchase if this is not the case. You MUST provide your Nettop PC’s
serial number when contacting a customer service representative.

Your Nettop PC bundle should include the following components:

• Nettop Nettop PC

• AC adapter with power cord (FSP065-ASC)

• USB keyboard

• USB mouse

• OEM Version of Operating System

• Application-/ Support Disc

• Documentation

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Included with your Nettop PC

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Setting Up

Remember that choosing the proper location for your Nettop PC is just as important as
connecting it correctly.

Set-up Location

• Keep your Nettop PC and all units connected to it away from moisture, dust, heat
and direct sunlight. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to malfunctions or
damage to the Nettop PC.

• To prevent damage to your Nettop PC from a fall, place and operate the Nettop PC
and all connected units on a stable, balanced and vibration-free surface.

Ambient Temperature

• The Nettop PC can be operated at an ambient temperature of between 10° and
35°C
(+41° and +95°F) and at a relative humidity of between 30% and 70% (without
condensation).

• When powered off, the Nettop PC can be stored at temperatures between -20° and
50°C
(–40° and +158°F).

• Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make especially sure to remove the an-
tenna cables, if present. We recommend the use of a surge protector for additional
safety, in order to protect your Nettop PC from being damaged by power peaks or
lightning strikes through the power network.

• Delay operating a Nettop PC after transport until the device has adjusted to the
ambient temperature. In situations of large temperature or humidity differences
condensation may build up moisture inside the Nettop PC, which might cause an
electrical short circuit.

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Setting Up

Ergonomics

Note

Ensure that the monitor is set up in such a way that reflections, glare and
light/darkness contrast are avoided.

You should not position the monitor in close proximity to a window as this is usually the
brightest area of the room and may cause visual impairments during daylight hours.

Always position the monitor in a line of sight that runs parallel to the window front (see
picture).

You should also apply a parallel line of sight with respect to artificial lighting. This means
that in a room lit by artificial light essentially the same criteria and objectives apply. Should
it not be possible to arrange the monitor as outlined above, the following measures might
be helpful:

• Turn, lower or incline the monitor.

• Place horizontal or vertical shades at the windows.

• Work in Comfort

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Note

Take regular breaks from the work at your screen to prevent tenseness and
exhaustion.

Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable. To minimize the potential
for physical discomfort or injury, it’s important that you maintain proper posture.

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Overall:
Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue.

Back:
While sitting at your work surface, make sure your back is supported by the chair’s back­rest. This should be in an erect position or angled slightly backwards.

Legs:
Your thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward. Your lower legs should be
near a right angle to your thighs. Your feet should rest flat on the floor. If necessary, use a
footrest, but double check that you have your seat height adjusted correctly before getting
a footrest.

Arms:
Your arms should be relaxed and loose, elbows close to your sides, with forearms and
hands approximately parallel to the floor.

Wrists:
Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the keyboard, mouse or trackball.
They should not be bent sideways, or more than 10 degrees up or down.

Head:
Your head should be upright or tilted slightly forward. Avoid working with your head or
neck twisted.

• Hand rest:
2” – 4”

• Viewing distance:
20” – 27.5”

• Legroom (vertical):
minimum 25.5”

• Legroom (horizontal): minimum

23.6”

• Top line of screen at eye level or
slightly below.

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Setting Up

Connecting

For a better guidance, open up the left inner page of the cover with the dia­grams to find the location of the described connections.

Note:

The devices listed are not necessarily included with your Nettop PC.
All the connections listed are optional and will not inevitably be available
on your Nettop PC.

Cabling

Please follow the instructions below in order to correctly connect your Nettop PC:

• Arrange cables in such a way that no one can tread on or trip over them.

• Do not place objects on the cables.

• To avoid damage to your Nettop PC, connect your peripherals (e.g., keyboard,

mouse and monitor) whilst your Nettop PC is powered off. Some devices can be
connected whilst your Nettop PC is in use. These devices usually have a USB con­nector. Please follow the appropriate instructions for each device.

• Keep the Nettop PC at least one meter (approximately three feet) away from high
frequency and magnetic interference sources (e.g., televisions, loudspeaker cabi­nets, mobile telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and/or loss of data.

• Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 meters (9.84 ft) should be used
for the external interfaces. Please only use double screened cables for printer cables.

• Do not replace the cables supplied with the machine by any others. Use the cables
belonging to the scope of the delivery exclusively, because they will have been
tested extensively in our laboratories.

• Also only use the connection cable supplied with the devices for the connection of
your peripheral devices.

• Make sure that all connection cables have been connected to the peripheral devices
associated with them, in order to avoid disruptive radiation. Remove unneeded ca­bles.

• The connection of devices is limited to equipment that complies with EN60950
“Safety of information technology equipment” or EN60065 “Audio, video and simi­lar electronic apparatus. Safety requirements”.

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• In the first hours of operation, new devices may emit a typical, unavoidable but
completely harmless smell, which will decline increasingly in the course of time.
We recommend that you ventilate the room regularly, in order to counteract the
formation of the smell. During the development of this product, we have made
sure that the applicable limits are clearly decreased.

Note

You only need to connect those components to your computer that you re­quire. If you do not have the described device available (e. g. printer) you
may carry out the connection later.

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Connecting

Front Connectors

Diagram reference: D

Some connections are located behind the front flap. This offers you the great advantage of
creating frequently used connections quickly and conveniently, without turning the Net­top PC round. The flap, which can be slid, also protects the connections.

Connecting the Monitor

Diagram reference: E

Your Nettop PC is equipped with a VGA connector.

Note

Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid damaging
the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits into the
socket in one position.

1. Connect the data cable of the monitor to the socket on the graphics card (reference
E). If necessary, remove the white guard-ring on the monitor plug and ensure that
the plug and socket mate together precisely.

2. Hand-tighten the screws on the monitor cable.

Caution!

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Your Nettop PC monitor is preconfigured for a screen resolution of 1024 x
768 pixels and an optimal refresh rate of 60 hz. If your monitor does not
support these settings it may become damaged or malfunction during use.
You can change the screen resolution and configuration of your monitor as
follows (See also your monitor's User Manual).

You can change the screen resolution in the Control Panel under Display Properties.
The Program can be started in the following way:

• Right mouse click on the Windows interface (Desktop) and a left mouse click on

Display Properties.

or

• Through Start Ö Control Panel Ö Display Properties, by double clicking with
the left mouse button.

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Connecting USB Devices

Diagram reference: F

Warning!

Connect your USB devices after initial set-up of your new Nettop PC. This
will prevent unnecessary confusion during installation. These devices can
generally be connected during operation. Read the manual for your periph­eral device first.

• The voltage outputs of your Nettop PC for USB are protected by a fuse (limited
power source according to EN60950). This ensures that a malfunction of the Net­top PC will not damage the peripheral devices connected to the respective jacks.

You have a choice of several connection sockets. It does not matter which you use.

Note

Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid damaging
the contacts. Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits into the
socket in one position.

1. If you wish to use a printer, scanner or other device with a USB port, connect the
cable to the USB socket on your Nettop PC.

Note

Connect your devices always to the same port otherwise your operating sys­tem will give a new ID and asks for driver installation.

LAN Connection

Diagram reference: G

Your Nettop PC is equipped with a network connection, in order to prepare it for network
operation.

The network cable usually has two RJ45 plugs so that it is unimportant which plug is
connected to which jack.

1. Connect the one plug of the cable to the Nettop PC jack.

2. Connect the other plug to the other Nettop PC or hub/switch.

For further information refer to chapter “The Network” starting at page 36.

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Connecting

Connecting a Microphone

Diagram reference: I

1. You can use the pink socket I to connect a microphone with a 3.5 mm mono jack
plug.

2. Position the microphone in such a way that it does not point directly at the speak­ers. If you hear feedback, characterised by loud whistling noises, reposition the mi­crophone until the sound stops.

Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input

Diagram reference: J

This port is used to accommodate a connecting cable for external analogue audio
sources (i.e. stereo system, keyboard/synthesizer).

1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug to the light-blue coloured

socket marked with .

((( )))

Connecting Speakers/Audio Output

Diagram reference: K

Here you can connect your active speakers for replaying or audio connection cables
for recording. Please refer to the user's guide of your stereo installation for information
about which connector you should use (usually Line In or Aux).

1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug into the green socket marked

((( )))

with on the rear of your Nettop PC.

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Nettop PCs with Surround Sound

Diagram reference: K

Connect your surround equipment as follows:

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1. Connect the front speaker to the green socket marked with .

2. Attach the rear loudspeakers to the connector REAR.

3. Your centre speaker or subwoofer can be connected to the socket
CENTER.

4. Connect to the optional SIDE socket two more speakers for the back surround.

Connecting

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Connecting headphones

Diagram reference: L

Here you connect headphones/earphones.

1. Connect the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug in the green socket at the
front of your Nettop PC (diagram reference L).

Caution!

The use of headphones/earphones with a high volume can lead to lasting
damage to your hearing. Set the volume to the lowest level before reproduc­ing any sound. Start the sound reproduction and increase the volume to the
level that is comfortable for you. Changing the basic settings of the equalizer
can also cause damage to the hearing of the listener.

It can cause damage to the hearing ability of the
listener if a device is operated through earphones with
an increased volume for a long period.

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Connecting

Connecting the Power Supply

Diagram reference: H

Finally, connect the power supply to your Nettop PC and monitor.

1. Plug the main connection cable into the plug socket and connect it with the main
cable connection (H) of your Nettop PC.

Observe the following safety precautions:

Please note

Even with the power switch switched off some parts of the device receive
current. You must unplug the power plug from the socket, if you want
to interrupt the power supply to your Nettop PC or cut off your device
from current entirely.

• The power socket must be in the vicinity of the Nettop PC and within reach of the
power cables. Do not stretch the power cables tightly to reach a power socket.

• Only operate the Nettop PC on grounded plugs of the domestic power net.

• Use only the supplied power cord.

• To provide additional protection against electric shock, power surges, lightning

strikes, or other electrical damage to your Nettop PC, we recommend the use of a
surge protector.

• If you are using an extension cord, ensure that the cord meets your local safety re-
quirements. If in doubt, ask an electrician.

• The power supply unit has an On/Off switch that can be used to power off the Net-
top PC. When the switch is Off (0) no power is being consumed.

Do not start your Nettop PC yet!

First, read the following section to find out what you need to know in order to get started.

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Getting Started

The software on this Nettop PC comes fully pre-installed. You do not have to load any
of the CD's/DVD’s supplied. With many programs (e.g., telephone-CD's or encyclopae­dias), however, it is necessary to insert the corresponding CD/DVD in order to call up the
data which is stored on it. The software will ask you to do this as necessary. Once you have
made all the connections and secured the necessary connectors you can turn on the moni­tor, the other peripherals and finally the Nettop PC itself.

Step 1: Power On

1. Power on the monitor.

AC adapter

2. Provide power to your Nettop PC by pressing the switch to position [I]. (You will
stop the flow of current to the Nettop PC by pressing the switch to position [0])

On/Off Switch

Diagram reference: C

3. Press the On/off switch briefly to start loading the operating system.

You can program the function of the main switch in the power management of Windows
(please refer to on-line help). The Nettop PC will always be switched off, if the main switch
is pressed for more than 4 seconds.

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Warning!

If the operating system is not shut down properly (through á Ö Shut
Down), then there is a risk of data loss.

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Getting Started