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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 PC immediately, please read the chapters Operational
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 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
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operating system or the re-
spective application program.
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Windows Vista
offers you additional aids to learn about the new version of Windows and
your PC. You can find this information in the Welcome Center after booting up your PC.
We have listed further useful sources of information starting on page 43.
Audience
These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless of the
possible professional utilisation, this PC is designed for day-to-day household use. The
functions and applications for use with this 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 PC serial number on the rear of the 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.
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Table of contents
Safety ............................................................................................................ 1
Operational Safety ....................................................................................................... 3
Data Security ............................................................................................................ 3
Setting Up & Getting Started ....................................................................... 5
Included with your PC ................................................................................................. 7
Setting Up ................................................................................................................... 8
Set-up Location ........................................................................................................ 8
Ambient Temperature .............................................................................................. 8
Ergonomics .............................................................................................................. 9
Connecting ............................................................................................................... 11
Cabling .................................................................................................................. 11
Front Connectors ................................................................................................... 13
Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices .............................................................. 13
LAN Connection ..................................................................................................... 14
Connecting Speakers/Audio Output ...................................................................... 14
PCs with Surround Sound ................................................................................... 14
Connecting HDMI devices ...................................................................................... 15
Connecting the Monitor ......................................................................................... 15
Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input ............................................................... 16
Connecting USB Devices ........................................................................................ 16
Connecting PS/2 Devices ....................................................................................... 17
Connecting headphones ........................................................................................ 17
Connecting a Microphone ..................................................................................... 17
Connecting S-ATA devices ...................................................................................... 18
Remove S-ATA devices ........................................................................................ 18
Connecting the Power Supply ............................................................................... 19
Getting Started .......................................................................................................... 20
Step 1: Power On ................................................................................................... 20
Switch ................................................................................................................ 20
On/off Switch ..................................................................................................... 20
Step 2: Starting Initial Setup ................................................................................... 21
Step 3: Finalising .................................................................................................... 22
Short Description of the Windows® Desktop ........................................................ 22
Operation ................................................................................................... 25
The Mouse ................................................................................................................ 27
The Keyboard ............................................................................................................ 28
The Alt and Ctrl Keys .............................................................................................. 28
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The Hard Drive .......................................................................................................... 29
Important Directories ............................................................................................. 30
Connecting an external hard drive ......................................................................... 31
The Optical Drive ...................................................................................................... 32
Loading a Disc: ....................................................................................................... 32
Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs .......................................................... 32
How to Remove a Disc ........................................................................................... 33
The Optical Drive as Boot Drive .............................................................................. 33
Regional Playback Information for DVD .................................................................. 33
Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter ............................................................ 34
The Card Reader ........................................................................................................ 35
The Graphics Card ..................................................................................................... 36
Personalize appearance and sounds ....................................................................... 36
The Sound Card ........................................................................................................ 37
IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire).................................................................................................. 38
Application Options for IEEE1394 ........................................................................... 38
Technical Specifications ......................................................................................... 38
USB Port .................................................................................................................... 39
The Network ............................................................................................................. 40
What is a Network? ................................................................................................ 40
Wireless LAN .......................................................................................................... 40
Safety Note ......................................................................................................... 40
Conditions .......................................................................................................... 41
Troubleshooting within the Network ..................................................................... 42
Software .................................................................................................................... 43
Getting to Know Windows Vista® ............................................................................ 43
Windows Vista® – Quick Start Guide .................................................................... 43
Windows Vista® - Help and Support ..................................................................... 43
Windows Vista® – Welcome Center ...................................................................... 44
Windows Vista® – User Account Control .............................................................. 45
Installation of Software .......................................................................................... 46
How to Install your Software ............................................................................... 46
Software Uninstallation ....................................................................................... 47
Windows Activation ............................................................................................... 48
Product Activation on your PC ............................................................................ 48
BIOS Setup ............................................................................................................. 49
Execution of the BIOS Setup ............................................................................... 49
BullGuard Internet Security .................................................................................... 50
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Customer Service & Self Help ..................................................................... 53
Data and System Security .......................................................................................... 55
Data Security .......................................................................................................... 55
Maintenance Programs .......................................................................................... 55
System Restore .......................................................................................................... 56
Correction .............................................................................................................. 56
Windows® Update ................................................................................................... 57
Windows Update Information for Data Security .................................................. 58
System Restore powered by Symantec ................................................................... 59
Limits of the Recovery ......................................................................................... 59
Carrying out a Restore ........................................................................................ 59
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................ 60
Customer Service ...................................................................................................... 61
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 61
Localise the Cause .................................................................................................. 61
Errors and Possible Causes ..................................................................................... 62
Additional Support ................................................................................................. 63
Driver Support ....................................................................................................... 63
Transporting the PC ............................................................................................... 64
Cleaning and Care ................................................................................................. 64
Recycling and Disposal ........................................................................................... 64
Battery Treatment .................................................................................................. 65
Upgrades and Repairs ............................................................................................ 66
Notes for Service Engineers ................................................................................. 66
Appendix .................................................................................................... 69
Standards .................................................................................................................. 71
Electromagnetic Compatibility ............................................................................... 71
Electrical Safety ...................................................................................................... 71
Ergonomics ............................................................................................................ 71
Noise Emission ....................................................................................................... 72
Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE ...................... 72
FCC Compliance Statement ................................................................................... 73
Making Copies of this Manual ................................................................................ 73
Index ......................................................................................................................... 74
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Safety Connecting Operation Help Appendix
Chapter 1
Safety
Subject Page
Operational Safety .......................................................... 3
Data Security ................................................................... 3
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Operational Safety
Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your 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 PC casing or use the 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 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 PC. This may lead to
electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your PC.
• Do not cover the slots and openings in the PC casing. These openings are for venti-
lation purposes. Covering these vents may lead to overheating. Please keep free a
minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the PC.
Switch off your 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 PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it. Have the PC
checked by customer service first, because the 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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Chapter 2
Setting Up &
Getting Started
Subject Page
Included with your PC ...................................................... 7
Setting Up ........................................................................ 8
Connecting ..................................................................... 11
Getting Started .............................................................. 20
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Included with your PC
Please check that the contents listed below are supplied with your package. You MUST
provide your PC’s serial number when contacting a customer service representative.
Your PC bundle should include the following components:
• PC and power cord
• PS/2 keyboard
• Optical USB mouse
• OEM Version of Operating System
• Application-/ Support Disc
• Documentation
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Setting Up
Remember that choosing the proper location for your PC is just as important as connecting it correctly.
Set-up Location
• Keep your PC and all units connected to it away from moisture, dust, heat and di-
rect sunlight. Failure to observe these instructions can lead to malfunctions or damage to the PC.
• To prevent damage to your PC from a fall, place and operate the PC and all con-
nected units on a stable, balanced and vibration-free surface.
Ambient Temperature
• The 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 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 PC from being damaged by power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network.
• Delay operating a 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 PC, which might cause an electrical short circuit.
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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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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 PC.
All the connections listed are optional and will not inevitably be available
on your PC.
Cabling
Please follow the instructions below in order to correctly connect your 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 PC, connect your peripherals (e.g., keyboard, mouse and
monitor) whilst your PC is powered off. Some devices can be connected whilst your
PC is in use. These devices usually have a USB connector. Please follow the appropriate instructions for each device.
• Keep the PC at least one meter (approximately three feet) away from high fre-
quency 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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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 PC
round. The flap, which can be slid, also protects the connections.
Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices
Diagram reference: F
Warning!
Connect your IEEE 1394 devices after initial set-up of your new 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 PC for IEEE 1994 are protected by a fuse (limited power
source according to EN60950). This ensures that a malfunction of the PC will not
damage the peripheral devices connected to the respective jacks.
Note
Take care to ensure 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.
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1. Connect the IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port of your PC.
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LAN Connection
Diagram reference: G
Your 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 PC jack.
2. Connect the other plug to the other PC or hub/switch.
For further information refer to chapter “The Network” starting at page 40.
Connecting Speakers/Audio Output
Diagram reference: H
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 front
out on the rear of your PC.
PCs with Surround Sound
Diagram reference: H
Connect your surround equipment as follows:
(( )))
1. Connect the Front speaker to the green socket marked with .
2. Attach the rear loudspeakers to the connector RS OUT.
3. Your centre speaker or subwoofer can be connected to the socket CS OUT.
4. Connect to the optional SS OUT socket two more speakers for the back surround.
A digital audio output (SPDIF) can be connected to an optical cable.
Diagram reference: K
1. Plug an optical cable to the socket at position K.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to an audio device with a corresponding digital
input.
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Connecting HDMI devices
Diagram reference: I
HDMI is the abbreviation for "High Definition Multimedia Interface" which is a digital interface to transfer image and sound signals.
1. To this port you can connect a TV device , a monitor or a projector, if these devices
also have a corresponding connector.
Connecting the Monitor
Diagram reference: J
Your PC is equipped with a VGA and a DVI and a connector.
Note
Always only connect one data cable, in order to avoid problems with the
signal allocation, if your monitor has several inputs (e.g. VGA and DVI).
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
J). If necessary, remove the white guard-ring on the monitor plug
2. Hand-tighten the screws on the monitor cable.
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Caution!
Your 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).
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You can change the screen resolution in the Control Panel under Personalize
appearance and sounds.
The Program can be started in the following way:
• Right mouse click on the Windows interface (Desktop) and a left mouse click on
Personalization.
or
• Through Start Ö Control Panel Ö Personalize appearance and sounds, by
double clicking with the left mouse button.
Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input
Diagram reference: L
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 Line In.
Connecting USB Devices
Diagram reference: M
Warning!
Connect your USB devices after initial set-up of your new 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 PC for USB are protected by a fuse (limited power
source according to EN60950). This ensures that a malfunction of the 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 PC.
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Note
Connect your devices always to the same port otherwise your operating system will give a new ID and asks for driver installation.
Connecting PS/2 Devices
Diagram reference: O
You can omit this step if you want to connect a USB mouse or a USB keyboard.
1. Connect the mouse cable to the right, green PS/2 port.
2. Connect the keyboard to the left, blue PS/2 port.
Connecting headphones
Diagram reference: R
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 PC (diagram reference R).
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.
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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.
Connecting a Microphone
Diagram reference: S
1. You can use the pink socket S 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.
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Connecting S-ATA devices
Diagram reference: T
eSATA stands for "external Serial ATA" and is used for connecting external hard disks.
Unlike common USB standards, the transmission speed of an e-SATA connection is higher
than that of external USB hard disks.
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 cable to the eSata socket in the front of your PC.
Remove S-ATA devices
1. Before removing an S-ATA hard disk from your PC, click on the icon "Safely remove
hardware" in the task bar and then on the hard disk to be removed.
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Connecting the Power Supply
Diagram reference: P
Finally, connect the power supply to your PC and monitor.
1. Plug the main connection cable into the plug socket and connect it with the main
cable connection (P) of your 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 PC or cut off your device from
current entirely.
• The power socket must be in the vicinity of the PC and within reach of the power
cables. Do not stretch the power cables tightly to reach a power socket.
• Only operate the 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 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 PC.
When the switch is Off (0) no power is being consumed.
Do not start your PC yet!
First, read the following section to find out what you need to know in order to get started.
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