Medion MD 8809 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.
Please read the chapters Operational Safety (page 3) and Set-
ting up and Getting Started before starting up the PC.
Important
We strongly recommend that you read the Online
Manual for your PC, which can be found in the Start
Menu.
Information about 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
respective application program.
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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.
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Table of contents
Safety....................................................................................1
Operational Safety ............................................................... 3
Data Security ................................................................... 4
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..............................................................12
Antenna Connection for TV Receiver....................................13
Connecting a Recording Source / Video Inlet .......................13
Connecting a Modem ........................................................13
Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input..............................14
Connecting Speakers/Audio Output.....................................14
Connecting a Microphone...................................................14
PCs with Surround Sound ..................................................15
Connecting LAN ...............................................................15
Connecting USB Devices....................................................16
Connecting the Monitor .....................................................17
Connecting Parallel Devices ...............................................18
Connecting Serial Devices..................................................18
Connecting a PS/2 Mouse ..................................................19
Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard..............................................19
Connecting the Power Supply.............................................20
Getting Started...................................................................21
Step 1: Power on .............................................................21
Switch .........................................................................21
On/Off Switch ...............................................................21
Step 2: Starting Initial Setup .............................................22
Step 3: Finalizing .............................................................23
Short Description of the Windows
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Desktop.......................23
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Operation ............................................................................25
The Mouse .........................................................................27
The Keyboard.....................................................................28
The Alt and Ctrl Keys .....................................................28
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 ........................33
How to Remove a Disc ......................................................33
The Optical Drive as Boot Drive ..........................................33
Regional Playback Information for DVD................................34
Subjects concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter ...........................35
Recordable/Rewriteable Discs ..........................................35
The Card Reader.................................................................36
The Graphics Card ..............................................................37
Performance Characteristics...............................................37
Current Image Playback Frequencies ................................37
The Sound Card..................................................................38
USB Port ...........................................................................40
The Radio-/TV-Tuner Card....................................................41
Watch TV ........................................................................41
The Remote Control ............................................................42
Inserting Batteries............................................................42
Button layout...................................................................43
Changing the transmission/reception channels......................46
The Network ......................................................................47
What is a Network? ..........................................................47
Troubleshooting within the Network ....................................48
Modem.............................................................................. 49
Serial COM Port ..................................................................49
Software ...........................................................................50
Getting to Know Windows
XP..............................................50
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Windows XP Help and Support..........................................50
Microsoft Interactive Training .......................................... 51
Writing CDs/DVDs..........................................................52
Starting Nero Start Smart ............................................... 52
Installation of Software .....................................................53
This is how to Install your Software:.................................54
Software Uninstallation...................................................55
Windows Activation ..........................................................56
Product activation on your PC..........................................56
BIOS Setup .....................................................................57
Execution of the BIOS Setup ...........................................57
BullGuard Internet Security ...............................................58
Customer Service & Self Help .............................................61
Data and System Security.................................................... 63
Data Security ..................................................................63
Maintenance Programs......................................................63
Password Reset File ..........................................................63
System Recovery................................................................64
Correction .......................................................................64
Windows Update ..............................................................65
Windows Update Information for Data Security ..................66
Restoring the Factory Settings ...........................................67
Limits of the Recovery....................................................68
Carrying out a Restore ...................................................68
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ........................................69
Customer Service ...............................................................71
Troubleshooting ...............................................................71
Localise the Cause............................................................71
Errors and Possible Causes ................................................72
Additional Support............................................................73
Driver Support.................................................................73
Transporting the PC..........................................................74
Cleaning and Care ............................................................74
Recycling and Disposal......................................................75
Battery Treatment............................................................75
Upgrades and Repairs .......................................................77
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Appendix .............................................................................79
Standards..........................................................................81
Electromagnetic Compatibility ............................................81
Electrical Safety ...............................................................81
Ergonomics .....................................................................82
Noise Emission.................................................................82
Information about the Regulatory Compliance
according to R&TTE ..........................................................83
FCC Compliance Statement................................................84
Warranty ...........................................................................85
Liability Limitations...........................................................86
Index................................................................................87
Device
At the end of its life, the appliance must not be disposed of in
household rubbish. Enquire about the options for environmentallyfriendly disposal
Batteries
Do not dispose of used batteries in the household rubbish! They
must be deposited at a collection point for used batteries.
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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 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 foil away from chil-
dren. The danger 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 or an 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 ventilation purposes. Covering these
vents may lead to overheating.
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
Warning!
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
Chapter 2
Setting up &
Getting Started
Subject Page
Included with your PC ...............................7
Setting up ...............................................8
Connecting ............................................ 11
Getting started ...................................... 21
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Operational Safety
Included with your 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 PC’s serial number when contacting a customer service representative.
Your PC bundle should include the following components:
• PC and Power Cord
• Windows-compatible Keyboard & Mouse
• Remote Control
• 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. Place your PC in a stable,
vibration-free area. Detailed below are additional guidelines on
setting up your PC.
Set-up Location
• Keep your 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
PC.
• To prevent damage to your PC from a fall, place and operate
the PC and all connected units on a stable, balanced and
vibration-free surface.
• Your PC is not suitable for use at video workstation devices
in the sense of §2 of the video workstation regulation.
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 -40° and 70°C (–40° and +158°F).
• Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make espe-
cially sure to remove the antenna cables, if present. We rec-
ommend 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 ad-
justed to the ambient temperature. In situations of large
temperature or humidity differences condensation may
build up moisture inside the PC, which might cause an elec-
trical 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.
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.
• 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 in 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.
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• 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 trunk twisted.
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• Hand rest: 2” – 4”
• Top line of screen at eye level or slightly below
• Viewing distance: 20” – 27.5”
• Legroom (vertical): minimum 25.5”
• Legroom (horizontal): minimum 23.6”
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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 or IEEE 1394 connector.
Please follow the appropriate instructions for each
device.
• Keep the 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 metres (9.84 ft) should be used for the LPT, COM, USB,
IEEE 1394, audio, video and network interfaces with this PC.
Please only use doubly shielded cables in the case of printer
cables.
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• 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 com-
plies with EN60950 “Safety of information technology
equipment” or EN60065 “Audio, video and similar electronic
apparatus. Safety requirements”.
• In the first hours of operation, new devices may emit a typi-
cal, unavoidable but completely harmless smell, which will
decline increasingly in the course of time.
We recommend you to 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 fallen below.
Note
You only need to connect those components to your
computer you require. If you do not have the described device (e. g. printer) you may skip the respective item and carry it out later, if necessary.
Front Connectors
Diagram reference: C
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.
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Connecting
Antenna Connection for TV Receiver
Diagram reference: E
Should your PC be equipped with a TV tuner card, then you must
connect the corresponding 75 Ohm coaxial cables (aerial or cable)
for radio and TV reception.
1. Connect the TV connector on your TV card (E) with the aerial antenna or cable TV.
Connecting a Recording Source /
Video Inlet
Diagram reference: F
You can connect an external video source to your PC using an SVideo cable or a composite cable. This connection enables you to
record and edit video data.
1. Connect an S-Video cable or a composite cable to one of the
sockets marked with an F.
Connecting a Modem
Diagram reference: G
Your PC is fitted with an analogue modem card to prepare your PC
for Internet excess and fax operation.
1. Plug the end of the modem cable into the modem on your
PC with the RJ-11 connector (Position G).
2. Plug the other end of the modem cable into an analog telephone socket with the TAE connector coded N.
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Warning!
Please observe that the modem may only be connected to an analogue telephone line. The connection
of a digital system (ISDN etc.) to an analogue telephone line can possibly cause damage to the modem
or the connected devices and the telecommunication
network.
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Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input
Diagram reference: H
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 (reference H).
Connecting Speakers/Audio Output
Diagram reference: I
Here you can connect your headphones, active speakers 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 your headphones or active speakers by plugging
the cable with the 3.5 mm stereo jack plug into the green
socket (reference I).
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Diagram reference: J
1. You can use the pink socket J 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
PCs with Surround Sound
Diagram reference: H, I, J
Note
The corresponding settings must be made in the sound
card software, in order to be able to use the H, I and J
connections for an ambient sound system.
Please also read the information and Page 38.
Connect your surround equipment as follows:
1. Connect the Rear speaker to the blue socket
(reference H).
2. Connect the Front speaker to the green socket
(reference I).
3. Connect the Center/Subwoofer speaker to the pink socket
(reference J).
Connecting LAN
Diagram reference: K
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 47.
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Connecting USB Devices
Diagram reference: L
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 IEEE 1394 as well as 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.
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.
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Connecting the Monitor
Diagram reference: M
Your PC is equipped with an analog connection (VGA, M).
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 M). 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.
Warning!
Your PC monitor is preconfigured for a screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and an optimal refresh rate
of 75 Hz.
If your monitor does not support these settings it may
become damaged or malfunction during use. (See also
your monitor's User Manual)
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You can change the screen resolution and configuration of your
monitor as follows:
1. Once you have powered on the PC, press the F8.
Note
If you don’t hit the F8 key on time, you won‘t see the
start menu which gives you the option to run in Safe
Mode. Reboot your PC and retry if you have missed this.
2. Select Display Properties to designate the screen resolution for your monitor.
3. You can then adjust the “Display Features” to your monitor.
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Connecting Parallel Devices
Diagram reference: N
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.
Use a doubly screened, parallel connection cable (25-pin) to connect a printer:
1. Connect the printer cable from your printer to the red
printer socket N on the rear of your PC.
2. Hand-tighten the screws of the printer cable.
If you wish to use a scanner, which also connects to the PC via
the parallel interface, follow the instructions above. With the PC
parallel port in use, the printer can be connected directly to the
scanner. You will have use of both devices if they are connected in
this manner.
Connecting Serial Devices
Diagram reference: O
You can connect an external modem or another serial device using this port.
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. In order to connect an external modem, card reader or other
serial device, connect the serial cable with the turquoisecoloured connection socket (O) on the rear of your PC.
2. Hand-tighten the screws of the serial cable.
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Connecting a PS/2 Mouse
Diagram reference: P
You can omit this step if you want to connect a USB mouse.
1. Connect the mouse cable to the right, green PS/2 port.
Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard
Diagram reference: Q
You can omit this step if you want to connect a USB keyboard.
1. Connect the keyboard to the left, blue PS/2 port.
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Connecting the Power Supply
Diagram reference: R, S
Finally, connect the power supply to your PC and monitor.
1. Plug the mains connection cable into the socket and connect
it to the mains cable input (S) 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 requirements. If in doubt, ask an
electrician.
• The power supply unit has an On/Off switch (R) 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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Getting Started
The software on this 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 PC itself.
Step 1: Power on
1. Power on the monitor and your peripherals.
Switch
Diagram reference: R
2. Power on your PC by pressing the Switch to position [I].
(You will interrupt the current entry by pressing the switch
to position 0.)
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On/Off Switch
Diagram reference: D
3. Press On/off switch briefly to start loading the operating
system. You can now use a wireless keyboard / mouse.
You can program the function of the main switch in the power
management of Windows
will always be switched off, if the main switch is pressed for more
than 4 seconds.
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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(please refer to on-line help). The PC
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Step 2: Starting Initial Setup
The PC starts and now goes through a number of phases:
Note
Ensure that there is no bootable CD (e.g. the Recovery-CD) in the CD-ROM drive. Such disks will prevent
the operating system from loading directly off the hard
drive.
The operating system is loaded from the hard disk. During the
initial set-up, the loading process takes slightly longer than normal to register the operating system and the individual components completely. Your operating system is finished loading when
a welcome screen is shown on your display.
Follow the instructions on the screen. Dialogue boxes will explain
any steps that need to be taken. The greeting procedure will
guide you through the following screens and dialogues.
Should you have any questions just click on
• License Agreement
Please read through the license agreement carefully. It con-
tains important legal information on the use of your software. In order to see the full text, use the mouse and the
scroll bar to move downwards until you have reached the
end of the document. You accept the agreement by clicking
on the I accept the agreement option field. Only by doing
so will you be entitled to use the product under lawful terms
and conditions.
• Computer Name
Please note, that when assigning a name to a computer, the
computer name and the user name may not be identical.
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Getting Started
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Step 3: Finalizing
After the login procedure the Windows® desktop appears on your
screen.
This can be adjusted so that the screen of your computer looks
different. The basic operation, however, is ensured.
Short Description of the Windows® Desktop
(The respective illustration is shown on the next page.)
n The Start button
Click once on this button with your left mouse key to call the illustrated start menu.
o Program bar
The most commonly used programs are listed here. The operating
system recognizes them automatically. If you press the right
mouse key on an entry you can determine which entry is kept and
which is deleted from the list. The program associated with the
entry will not be deleted.
p All programs
Here you find the entries to every program installed on your PC.
Here, too, you can edit entries with the right mouse key.
q Information about your PC
Click on this button once with the left mouse key to receive important information about your PC as well as valuable hints and
additional assistance.
r Switching off
Click on this button with the left mouse key to switch off the PC.
s Task bar
Here you receive information and status reports about the operating system and the running programs.
t “Icons” on the “Desktop”
Icons are program links used to start the respective programs. A
double click (press the left mouse key quickly twice) on the
symbol starts the application.
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