Medion MD 8835 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 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
tem or the respective application program.

Windows Vista
dows 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 49.

®

offers you additional aids to learn about the new version of Win-

®

operating sys-

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 choos-

ing our products.

© 2008 Medion
marks of 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 PC ............................................................................... 7

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

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

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

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

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

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

Front Connectors.................................................................................. 12

Connecting Speakers/Audio Output..................................................... 13

PCs with Surround Sound ................................................................. 13

Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input ............................................. 13

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

Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices............................................. 14

Connecting USB Devices....................................................................... 15

Installing wireless keyboard & mouse ............................................... 16

Connecting S-ATA devices .................................................................... 19

Remove S-ATA devices....................................................................... 19

Connecting PS/2 Devices...................................................................... 19

TV-out .................................................................................................. 19

Connecting the Monitor ....................................................................... 20

Connecting Headphones...................................................................... 21

Connecting a Microphone.................................................................... 21

Connecting to the Power Supply.......................................................... 22

Getting Started ........................................................................................ 23

Step 1: Power On ................................................................................. 23

Switch............................................................................................... 23

On/off Switch.................................................................................... 23

Step 2: Starting Initial Setup ................................................................. 24

Step 3: Finalising .................................................................................. 25

Short Description of the Windows® Desktop ...................................... 25

Operation .................................................................................... 27

The Mouse............................................................................................... 29

Power-saving function.......................................................................... 29

The Keyboard........................................................................................... 30

The Alt and Ctrl Keys ............................................................................ 31

Multimedia functions............................................................................ 32

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The Hard Drive......................................................................................... 33

Important Directories ........................................................................... 34

Connecting an external hard drive........................................................ 35

The Optical Drive ..................................................................................... 36

Loading a Disc: ..................................................................................... 36

Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs......................................... 36

How to Remove a Disc.......................................................................... 37

The Optical Drive as Boot Drive ............................................................ 37

Regional Playback Information for DVD Movies .................................... 37

Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter .......................................... 38

Important Information about High Resolution Video Formats............ 38

The Memory Card Reader ........................................................................ 39

The Graphics Card ................................................................................... 40

Personalize appearance and sounds ..................................................... 40

Connecting the PC to a Television ........................................................ 41

How to Connect the PC to a Television:............................................. 42

The Sound Card....................................................................................... 43

IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) ................................................................................ 44

Application Options for IEEE1394 ......................................................... 44

Technical Specifications ........................................................................ 44

USB Port................................................................................................... 45

The Network ............................................................................................ 46

What is a Network?............................................................................... 46

Wireless LAN......................................................................................... 47

Safety Note........................................................................................ 47

Conditions ........................................................................................ 47

Troubleshooting within the Network.................................................... 48

Software .................................................................................................. 49

Getting to Know Windows Vista®.......................................................... 49

Windows Vista® – Quick Start Guide................................................... 49

Windows Vista® - Help and Support ................................................... 49

Windows Vista® – Welcome Center .................................................... 50

Windows Vista® – User Account Control............................................. 51

Installation of Software......................................................................... 52

How to Install your Software ............................................................. 52

Software Uninstallation ..................................................................... 53

Windows Activation.............................................................................. 54

Product Activation on your PC........................................................... 54

BIOS Setup ........................................................................................... 55

Execution of the BIOS Setup .............................................................. 55

BullGuard Internet Security .................................................................. 56

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Customer Service & Self Help ...................................................... 59

Data and System Security ........................................................................ 61

Data Security ........................................................................................ 61

Maintenance Programs......................................................................... 61

Password Reset File............................................................................... 61

System Restore......................................................................................... 62

Correction ............................................................................................ 62

Windows® Update ................................................................................. 63

Windows Update Information for Data Security................................. 64

System Restore powered by Symantec ................................................. 65

Limits of the Recovery........................................................................ 65

Carrying out a Restore....................................................................... 65

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................... 66

Customer Service..................................................................................... 67

Troubleshooting................................................................................... 67

Localise the Cause ................................................................................ 67

Errors and Possible Causes.................................................................... 68

Additional Support ............................................................................... 69

Driver Support...................................................................................... 69

Transporting the PC.............................................................................. 70

Cleaning and Care................................................................................ 70

Recycling and Disposal ......................................................................... 71

Battery Treatment................................................................................. 71

Upgrades and Repairs........................................................................... 73

Notes for Service Engineers ............................................................... 73

Appendix ..................................................................................... 75

Standards ................................................................................................ 77

Electromagnetic Compatibility.............................................................. 77

Electrical Safety..................................................................................... 77

Ergonomics .......................................................................................... 77

Noise Emission...................................................................................... 78

Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE .... 78

FCC Compliance Statement.................................................................. 79

Making Copies of this Manual .............................................................. 79

Index ....................................................................................................... 80

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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

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. Chil-
dren are incapable of judging potential risks properly.

• Keep the packing materials, such as plastic sheeting away from children. 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, 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. Please
keep free a minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the PC.

• Do not subject the device to drops or splashes of water and do not place any
vessels filled with water, such as vases, on the device. Water penetrating the
device can impair its electrical safety.

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 .............................................................. 23

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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

• Wireless keyboard and mouse set containing of:

• Wireless keyboard +

2 batteries type LR03/AAA, 1.5V

• Wireless mouse +

2 batteries type LR6/AA, 1.5V

• USB cable for charging the wireless mouse

• USB receiver

• 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 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.

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 antenna 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 am-
bient 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.

• Working 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 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.

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
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 external interfaces. Please only use doubly shielded cable in
the case of 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 connec-
tion 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 lowered.

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: 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.

Optical drive

Press on the front screen,

so that it folds open. The

right image shows the

opened screen.

Front flap

Turn the screen

back to its starting

position.

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Optical drive

(similar picture)

Connecting Speakers/Audio Output

Diagram reference: E

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
on the rear of your PC.

PCs with Surround Sound

Diagram reference: E

Connect your surround equipment as follows:

1. Connect the Front speaker to the green socket (front out).

2. Attach the rear loudspeakers to the connector surr-1.

3. Your centre speaker or subwoofer can be connected to the socket
cent/bass.

4. Connect to the optional surr-2 socket two more speakers for the back sur­round.

A digital audio output (SPDIF) can be connected to an optical and/or a coaxial
cable.

Diagram reference: F

1. Plug an optical cable to the socket at position F.

2. Connect the other end of the cable to an audio device with a corresponding
digital input.

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Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input

Diagram reference: G

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.

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LAN Connection

Diagram reference: H

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 46.

Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices

Diagram reference: I

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.

Note

Peripheral devices can have different connecting cables (6-pole,
4-pole ). Please check what kind of cable you need for your periph­eral device.

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 IEEE 1394 cable to the IEEE 1394 port of your PC.

Important

The connectors of the front side are not configured for parallel use.

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Connecting USB Devices

Diagram reference: J1

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.

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Installing wireless keyboard & mouse

The wireless keyboard and mouse operate with digital radio technology to ensure
no hinder communication between the keyboard, the mouse and your computer
without connecting cable. The transmission and receiving of keyboard and mouse
are free from angle restriction. Before working with your new keyboard and mouse,
take a few one-time preparations.

Beware!

Please read and follow the security advices concerning the use of bat­teries on page 71.

Inserting batteries in keyboard

The keyboard requires two batteries type LR03/AAA, 1.5V.

1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the keyboard by
pushing it in the direction of the arrow.

2. Insert two LR03/AAA batteries. The illustration on the cover shows how to
insert the batteries properly. Take care that the polarity of the batteries con­form to the ‘+’ and ‘-’ symbols.

3. Recover the battery compartment.

Note

If the battery status indicator on the keyboard lights up, exchange the
batteries and possibly conduct a frequency control.

Inserting batteries in mouse

The mouse requires 2 batteries type LR6/AA, 1.5V.

1. Push the battery compartment lock on the underside of the mouse in the di­rection of the arrow.

2. Lift the battery compartment cover slightly while you are holding the battery
compartment lock in the direction of the arrow.

3. Release the battery compartment lock and remove the battery compartment
cover carefully. Take care that you do not break off or damage the two
hooks on the battery compartment cover.

4. Insert the two batteries type LR6/AA, 1.5V in the battery compartment. Take
care that the polarity of the batteries conform to the ‘+’ and ‘-’ symbols.

5. Replace the battery compartment cover of the mouse.

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Connecting the receiver

Diagram reference: J1

1. Attach the receiving station for the mouse and keyboard to the USB port on
your PC.

2. Set up the receiver with a minimum distance of 20 cm from other electrical
appliances (e.g. monitor) in order to obtain optimal results. The distance be­tween the receiving station and transmitters (keyboard and mouse) should
not exceed 1.50 m. Do not place the receiver on metal surfaces.

Note

Change the batteries if it is no longer possible to make entries
smoothly. The operation of the mouse and the keyboard is described
on page 29.

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Setting the frequency

Fig.: frequency setting mouse) (Fig.: frequency setting keyboard)

(Fig.: frequency setting receiver)

1. Press the automatic frequency control on the receiver.

2. Within 15 seconds, press the automatic frequency control key of the mouse
with a pointed object (ball-point pen face or the like).

3. Move the mouse. If the LED on the receiver lights up and the mouse pointer
(if available) moves, the control has taken place. If this is not the case, repeat
Steps 1-3.

4. Press the automatic frequency control on the receiver.

5. Within 15 seconds, press the automatic frequency control key of the key-
board.

6. Press the space bar on the keyboard. If an LED on the receiver lights up, the
control has taken place. If not, repeat steps 4-6.

7. The devices are now coordinated with one another. If several equipment
sets are operated at the same time and, because of this, there is mutual inter­ference, repeat Steps 1-6 until the interference is remedied.

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Connecting S-ATA devices

Diagram reference: J2

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.

Connecting PS/2 Devices

Diagram reference: K

You can omit this step if you want to connect a USB mouse or a USB keyboard.

1. Connect the mouse cable to the green PS/2 port.

2. Connect the keyboard to the blue PS/2 port.

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TV-out

Diagram reference: L1, L2, L3, M

You can attach a television set to the video exit (TV-out) and transfer it to your com­puter display. You will be able to use a SCART cable (L1), a composite cable (Cinch,
L2), an S-video cable (L2) or a component cable (L3).

Alternatively, if your television set has an appropriate port, you can use the digital
HDMI connection (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (M) for the transmission of
picture and sound signals.

Note

The video output can only be used for replaying.

1. Connect your PC and your television with the cord required for your TV.

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Connecting the Monitor

Diagram reference: M

Your PC is equipped with a DVI and a HDMI 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 M). If necessary, remove the white guard-ring on the monitor
plug and ensure that the plug and socket mate together precisely. You will
be able to connect your external monitor by means of a DVI Ö VGA adapter
if it has a VGA connector.

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

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).

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.

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Connecting Headphones

Diagram reference: P

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 P).

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.

Connecting a Microphone

Diagram reference: Q

1. You can use the pink socket Q 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 to the Power Supply

Diagram reference: N

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 (N) 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, light-

ning 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 (X2) 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: N

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

On/off Switch

Diagram reference: A

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 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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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 CD­ROM 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 contains 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.

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Step 3: Finalising

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

s

t

u

v

n o p q r

1. Start Button

Clicking the Start button brings up a menu where you can access help, software
programs, files, and settings.

2. All Programs

All of the software programs installed on your PC are ordinarily listed here. Click All
Programs to reveal an extensive menu.

3. Program Bar

The most commonly used software programs are listed here.

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4. Turn Off Computer

Click on this interface with the left mouse button and select the Shut Down op­tion, in order to switch the PC off.

5. Task Bar

Here you receive information and status reports about Windows Vista

®

and which

programs are running.

6. Desktop Icons

Desktop icons link to their respective programs. To start a program, double-click its
desktop icon.

7. Logged in User

This tells you which user is logged in to your PC.

8. Control Panel

You can use the icons in Control Panel to change the appearance and functionality
of Windows Vista

9. Windows Vista

®

. These icons represent options for configuring your PC.

®

Help

Here you can find information on using your PC, networking, backup, and many
other tasks.

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Chapter 3

Operation

Subject Page

The Mouse ....................................................................... 29

The Keyboard................................................................... 30

The Hard Drive ................................................................. 32

The Optical Drive ............................................................. 36

The Memory Card Reader................................................. 39

The Graphics Card............................................................ 40

The Sound Card ............................................................... 43

IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) ....................................................... 44

The USB Port ....................................................................45

Network ......................................................................... 46

Software ......................................................................... 49

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The Mouse

The mouse has beside the two keys a wheel that can be used to scroll through a
document or internet pages.

Note

The scroll wheel can be used as a button. The functionality depends
on the application. In Word, for example you can use the mouse to
move up and down as a scroll function.

If the mouse course moves jerkily on the screen, try a different surface (mouse pad).
Glass and metallic surfaces might cause problems.

Power-saving function

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The battery saving function will start if you have not used your radio-controlled
mouse for a few minutes. You will not be able to move the cursor on your screen in
this case. In order to switch off the save electricity function once again, briefly click
a mouse button.

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The Keyboard

This section contains useful information on using the keyboard. All diagrams are
schematic.

On the base of the keyboard are two folding feet that let you adjust the angle of the
keyboard. Pull them forward to adjust the angle of the inclination.

Adjustable Feet

Note

Only one of the three LED on the keyboard has a function. The LED in
the middle lights when the battery of the keyboard is empty. The
other LEDs do not have any function.

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The Alt and Ctrl Keys

The left Alt key performs certain functions in conjunction with other keys. The
application program determines these functions. In order to enter a combination of
keys that include the Alt key, hold the Alt key down while pressing the other key.
The right Alt key operates in a similar way but selects certain special characters. The
Ctrl key, like the Alt key, carries out program functions.

Useful key combinations (software-dependent):

Key

Combination

Alt + F4

Alt + Print screen

Shift + '

Ctrl + Alt + Del Windows security is launched.

(Country-specific variances are possible.)

Function and Description

As a rule ends the program selected or closes the window
opened.

Copies the image of the window currently active to the
clipboard.

Generates the @ character required for e-mails (pro­nounced: at).

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Multimedia functions

Some keyboards are provided with multimedia keys. These keys have the following
functions:

Icon Function

Internet – With this key you can start the standard Internet browser.

E-Mail - Use this key to start the standard e-mail program.

Previous Track – Use this key to skip backwards to the previous

track/title in the active player

Play/Pause – Use this key to start or pause, for a short time, the
playback of a track/title just as you would with a normal CD/DVD
player.

Stop – Use this key to end playback of the current track/title.

Next Track – Use this key to skip forward to the next track/title in

the active player

Lowers the volume.

Increases the volume.

Mute – Switches the volume on/off.

Back – switches to the previous web page.

Forward – as soon as you press the Back key at least once, you can

page forwards.

Windows Flip 3D – View all the open windows in 3D.

Gadgets – Place all the small applications from the Windows sidebar

into the foreground with this button, provided that they have been
pushed onto the Desktop previously.

MCE – starts the Media Center.

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The Hard Drive

The hard drive is the main storage medium combining large storage capacity and
rapid data access.

The hard drive contains the operating system of the computer, other application
programs and backup files. These programs and files are pre-installed on your PC,
so you may note that some of the space on your hard drive is already taken.

The Windows operating system cannot use the full capacity of the hard drive,
which means that there will be a difference between the capacity that the BIOS
displays and what the operating system displays. The operating system of the PC,
further application programs and backup files are located on the hard drive and
reduce its total capacity.

The hard drive is addressed as drive C and D.

Note

Never switch off the computer while the busy indicator is lit since this
may result in loss of data.

Usually your hard disk is divided into more partitions, but there can also be some
minor variations.

In your first partition (Boot) you will find your operating system, application
programs and the users’ documents and settings.

The second partition (Recover) serves for data security and contains additional
drivers and tools.

The backup files are also found here (D:\Recover). They allow you to reset your
computer to its original factory-set configuration. (Please see page 70.)

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Important Directories

In the following we have listed the most important directories and described their
content.

Attention!

Do not delete or modify these directories or their contents since data
could be lost or the functionality of the system could be at risk.

C:\ The master directory of drive C: includes important files required to start

Windows. In the factory setting these files are hidden for safety reasons.

C:\Programs

As the name suggests, in this directory programs install the files belonging
to the application.

C:\Windows

The main directory of Windows.
This is where the files of the operating system are saved.

D:\Driver

This folder includes the drivers required by your computer (pre-installed).

D:\Tools

Here you find additional programs and other documentation for your PC.

D:\Recover

Here the backup files are located enabling you to recover the factory setting
(see page 65).

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Connecting an external hard drive

Your PC has a hard disk bay, which will enable you to connect the external
MEDION HDDrive 2go ultra speed hard drive simply and without complica­tions via the SATA connection.

As in the case of a USB memory pen, connection takes place with a restarted oper­ating system. The hard drive will be recognized as a replacement storage medium
and will be allocated a drive letter automatically.

Note

Please take note of the fact that only the MEDION Hard Drive
specified above can be connected to the hard disk bay.

The HHDrive 2go (connection via USB) of the first generation can
only be connected with a special adapter.

As soon as you attach the hard disk to the hard disk bay, this is recognized as the
removable data carrier of your PC. If you don't access your MEDION HDDrive
2go ultra speed for a long period of time (approximately 10 minutes), it goes
into the energy savings mode, in order to not bring about the unnecessary con­sumption of electricity.

Important!

The plugs are provided with dust protection caps to protect the
connections. They must be removed before use. The caps must be
replaced under all circumstances, if the connections are not used.

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The Optical Drive

Diagram reference: C1, C2

Loading a Disc:

Attention!

Do not place protective foils or other stickers on your CD’s. To avoid
damage to your drive, do not use deformed or damaged CD’s. At­tention: Do not use scratched or dirty discs, discs with pieces broken
off or discs of poor quality. Because of the high speeds in the drive
the discs might break and damage your data as well as your drive.
Examine the discs before you enter them. If damage or dirt is visible,
you should not use them.
Damage caused by faulty media is excluded from warranty and any
repair will be charged.

1. Pull the eject button (Diagram reference, C2) on the right of the optical
drive to open the tray.

2. Place the disc on the tray so that it lays flat with the label facing upward.

3. Pull the eject button again to close the tray.

Note

Many CD's start automatically when they are inserted. This depends
on the operating system and the corresponding settings.

Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs

Your PC is able to playback and to retrieve Audio CDs, DVD Movies and Data discs.
After loading the disc your operating system will open a selection window with

different options for playback.
If your operating system doesn’t open the selection window you still have the pos-

sibility of the access via the Explorer or Computer.

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How to Remove a Disc

1. Pull the eject button (Diagram reference, C2) at the front of the CD-ROM
drive to open the drawer.

2. Remove the disc and store it in the CD cover in a safe place.

Note

Do not try to remove the CD from the drive while the computer is ac­cessing the disk.

The Optical Drive as Boot Drive

The optical drives can be used for booting the operating system. If the PC does not
boot, it is possible that autostart is turned off in the BIOS or the CD is not boot­able.

Regional Playback Information for DVD Movies

The playback of DVD movies includes the decoding of MPEG2 videos, digital AC3
audio data and the deciphering of CSS protected contents.

CSS (sometimes called copy guard) is the name of a data protection program in­corporated by the movie industry as an action against illegal copies.

Among the numerous regulations for CSS licensees the most important ones are
the country specific playback restrictions.

In order to facilitate the geographically restricted release of movies, DVD titles are
released for certain regions.
Copyright laws require the restriction of each DVD movie to a certain region (usu­ally the region, in which it is sold).

DVD movie versions can be published in several regions but the CSS regulations
require that each CSS decipherable system may only be used in one region.

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Attention!

The decoding software included with your PC may be changed for
regional DVD decoding up to five times, after which the drive will
only play DVD movies for the region setting last entered. Changing
the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not
covered by warranty. If resetting is desired, shipping and resetting
costs will be billed to the user.

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Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter

Normal Discs are pressed from a digital, glass master and then sealed. In the case of
blank disc, the information is burnt onto the disc with the laser of the Rewriter.
Therefore these discs are more sensitive than normal CDs.

Please avoid the following when using recordable/rewriteable discs - especially
blanks - that have never before been used:

• radiation by direct sunlight (UVA/UVB)

• scratches and damage to the disk surface

• extreme temperatures

Important Information about High Resolution Video Formats

Your system is supplied with a HD /Blu-ray drive.
This concerns technologies that support two different high resolution video for-

mats.
You will still be able to play the following media with your drive:

• Audio CDs

• CD-R

• CD-RW

• DVD+R / DVD-R

• DVD+RW / DVD-R

Among other factors, the following requirements must be fulfilled, in order to be
able to play the new video formats or new media (HD-DVD and Blu-ray disks):

• The contents of a HD-DVD or a Blu-ray disk can only be played with the

Power DVD software supplied with the device and Media Center.

Note

Media Center and Windows Media Player do not support any high
resolution video formats.

• The playback software must be updated regularly by means of the internet,
so that the reproduction of the newest title will be guaranteed at any time.
The intervals between the updates will be pre-determined by the software if
no internet connection is present.

• The connections (DVI or HDMI) must support the HDCP standard, if the de-
vice is connected to a digital source of output (e. g. a TFT monitor or an LCD
TV). Take this information from the operating information of your output
device.

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The Memory Card Reader

Diagram reference: O

If your PC is equipped with a card reader, you can handle different memory card
types. The following table refers to the use of the card reader:

Slot Card type Contacts

MS

SD
MC

CF CF (Compact Flash)

SM/XD SmartMedia

If a card is inserted, a free drive will be assigned* by Windows
You may need a corresponding adapter for other types of card (not included in the

scope of the supply).

* Only if this concerns a removable disk.

Memory Stick
Memory Stick Pro
SD (Secure Digital)
MMC (MultiMediaCard)

®

Microdrive

IBM

XD

pointing downwards

point to front

point to bottom
pointing upwards

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The Graphics Card

Diagram reference: M

Your computer is fitted with a high performance graphics card, one of the most
technologically advanced.

The graphic card can, depending on the set resolution, display vertical image play­back frequencies of between 60 Hz and 240 Hz.

You can change the graphics setting using the Personalization help program in
the Control Panel. The graphics driver will ensure that it will not be possible to
set any resolution unsuitable for the graphics system at the same time. Recom­mended vertical scanning rates for tubed devices (CRT) are 75 -85 Hz and 60-75 Hz
for LCD monitors. Read the Operating Instructions of your monitor as well.

Personalize appearance and sounds

This program offers you the possibility of adjusting the presentation on your dis­play. This includes the background image, the screensaver, Active Desktop (web)
and additional settings of your display and your graphics card, for example. The
program can be started in the following way:

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

or

• Via Start Ö Control PanelÖ Personalize appearance and sounds
with a double-click with the left mouse button.

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Connecting the PC to a Television

Diagram reference: L1, L2, L3, M

The Video outputs (TV-out) are located on the back of your PC. They offer com­prehensive possibilities for transferring images on the PC to a television.

YU(Pb)V(Pr)

(Component)

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Composite

(Cinch)

S-Video

SCART

Note

You will need an S-video cable for connecting your device to the PC
according to the equipment. This is not included in the scope of the
delivery, but it can be obtained through a specialist shop.
Read precisely which cable you need in the Operating Instruction of
your TV device.

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How to Connect the PC to a Television:

Note

To use the TV function you must first connect the TV to the graph­ics card before starting up the PC!

1. Shut down Windows and power off the PC.

2. Connect the composite, SCART, S-video or component input on your device
to the corresponding output (diagram reference: : L1, L2, L3) on your PC.
Alternatively, if your television set has an appropriate port, you can use the
digital HDMI connection (High Definiton Multimedia Interface) (M) for the
transmission of picture and sound signals.

3. Switch on the television to see the PC image on your TV set.

4. Start up the PC and wait for Windows to fully load.

5. In the Personalization program set up the configuration.

6. End configuration by clicking on OK.

Note

The video outputs at the back of your PC are only planned for
playback. For video recording please use the Video Input (com-
posite or S-Video) connectors at the front of your PC.

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The Sound Card

Diagram reference: E, F, G, P, Q

Note

The speaker outputs E and F are designed for active speaker systems
or headphones. Passive speakers cannot be used or if they are the
quality will be significantly reduced.

By using the external connections you have the possibility to connect your PC with
a surround system.

If you wish to alter the base volume,
click on the loudspeaker symbol in the
task bar.

Click on Mixer, in order to open the
volume mixer.

Note

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Only connect the headphones/earphones to the front connector of
your PC (diagram reference: P).

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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IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire)

Diagram reference: I

The IEEE 1394 connector, also known as iLink
used for rapid digital data exchange.

®

or Fire Wire, is a serial bus standard

Application Options for IEEE1394

• Connection of digital devices of the entertainment industry, such as set-top
speakers, digital video and camcorder, ‘Digital Versatile Disk’ (DVD), televi­sion etc.

• Multimedia applications and video processing.

• Input and output devices such as printers, scanners, etc.

Technical Specifications

• Depending on the application, the maximum data transfer is about 100, 200
or 400 Mbit/s, corresponding to a data throughput of up to 50 MB per
second.

• The device can be plugged in or unplugged during operation (hot plug-
ging).

• The standardised cord (‘Shielded Twisted Pais’ –STP) includes 6 strands. Two
lines are live (8V up to 40V, 1.5 A max.) and can be used as an external
power supply. The four signal lines transfer data or control information.
Some devices do not require a power supply via the cord so that four pole
plugs are use.

• The voltage output of the 6-pole IEEE 1394 jack is protected by a fuse (lim-
ited power source according to EN60950).

Note

The IEEE 1394 ports located at the front of you PC can only be used
separately. A simultaneous use is not possible.

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USB Port

Diagram reference: J1

Note

Devices connected directly to the USB bus should not draw more
than 500 mA.
The voltage output is protected by a fuse (Limited Power Source ac­cording to EN 60950).
Should the devices need more power than this, it will be necessary to
provide a hub (distributor / booster).

On the USB it is possible to connect up to 127 devices which correspond to the USB
standard (1.1 and 2.0 supported).

The data transfer speed is 1.5 Mbit/s or 12 Mbit/s, depending on the device con­nected. USB 2.0 can reach up to 480 Mbit/s.

Note

If possible, connect your USB devices always to the same port were it
has been installed. Otherwise you will get a new ID and your operat­ing system asks for a new installation of the driver.

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The Network

Diagram reference: H

Your PC is provided with a Fast Ethernet-Network connector

You will find further information about networking in the Help section within the
Start menu.

What is a Network?

A network means connecting your PC to another or several other PCs. Users can
transfer information and data between computers and share resources such as
printers, modems and hard disk drives.

Here are some practical examples:

• You can exchange Email and manage appointments in an
office.

• Users share a printer in a network and save their data
on a central server.

• Share one modem or one ISDN card among computers for Internet access.

• Two or more PCs can be connected to play network games or share data.

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Wireless LAN

Your PC is equipped with WLAN. The components (Module, antenna) are already
integrated and activated in your computer. You can turn off the wireless LAN func­tion with the help of the Windows

This function allows you to create a wireless network link with a partner.

Safety Note

Attention!

Don’t use this feature in environments where highly sensitive devices
are placed such as in hospitals etc. To avoid any interference disable
this option in your device manager.

Conditions

The partner used can be a wireless access point. An access point is a wireless
transmitter that communicates with your PC and controls access to the network
connection (e.g., a home network or a broadband connection such as DSL).

Wireless access points are often found in offices, airports, universities or Internet
cafés. They offer access to enterprise services and networks or to the Internet.
Access authorizations are normally needed. A fee may be required to use a pub­lic access point. To set up a wireless network to share Internet access, files, and
printers at home, you will need an access point, a router, and a broadband (DSL or
cable) modem. Some access points can also serve as a router and/or a broadband
modem. Check with your retailer to find the best solution for your needs.

A link to another computer with wireless LAN functionality can also be created
without an access point. This will allow you to share files, but you will need an
access point and a router to share an Internet connection. The wireless network link
works according to standard IEEE 802.11n and is compatible to standard
IEEE 802.11 b/g. Other standards (802.11a etc.) are not supported.

The transmission speed (max. 300 Mbp/s
other factors. If i.e. the other devices support the 802.11b standard the transmis­sion speed can be max. 11 Mbp/s.

Search for “wireless networking” in Windows Help and Support for more informa­tion.

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Device Manager.

*

) can vary according to distance and

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*

300 Mbit/s is a gross value. A maximum of 75 Mbit/s will be achieved on the

application level. A WLAN router in accordance with the 801.11 standard will be
necessary, in order to be able to exploit the complete performance.

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Troubleshooting within the Network

Why does the network environment not show the releases?

The network environment is delayed in time. Check the release by
searching for the respective computer name.

Why does an error message appear when I click on the network envi­ronment?

The computer name must be unique on the network and may
not be the same as the task group.

It appears that the network boards are unable to communicate. What
might be the problem?

Maybe one of the used network boards works with a different
speed (e. g. 10 instead 100 Mbit) and your network computer is
unable to recognize this. If necessary, set the network driver to
the compatible speed.

If two PCs should be linked you require a cross-link cable, oth­erwise use a patch cable.

In addition, check the protocols and the configuration.

The data transmission is incorrect or very slow. What might be the
problem?

Maybe you have the wrong cable (UTP / CAT3 or lower) or the
problem is the proximity of a power cord or another source of
interference.

For further hints on troubleshooting refer to the Windows help under “Network
errors”.

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Software

This section deals with software, differentiating between BIOS, application pro­grams and operating systems.

Getting to Know Windows Vista®

Windows Vista offers different options to understand its operation. We will mention
only a few of those options here:

Windows Vista® – Quick Start Guide

This Handbook will give you a brief overview of the operation of your operating
system.

The following themes are dealt with in it:

• Initial steps

• The Welcome Center

• Innovations

• Help displays

We recommend this reading matter to beginners and those switching from other
versions of Windows.

Windows Vista® - Help and Support

An answer to almost every question can be found in this program.
This help function fully covers the Windows operating system.
It is helpful for both beginners and professionals. You can print or bookmark the

information,
which is categorized into topics. You start like this:

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1. Click on Start

2. Now select Help and Support

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Windows Vista® – Welcome Center

You will see the Welcome Center at the first display of the Windows Vista® Desktop.
This contains useful links that will make it easier for you to start using Windows.

It is the aim of this feature to enable both beginners and experienced users to make
additional setting for the optimal use of Windows Vista after first bringing the PC
into operation.

The Welcome Center has been subdivided into many small groups of subjects, so
that the user will have the possibility of adjusting the content optimally to his or her
knowledge. There are some of the links in the following:

• View computer details
(Find information about you computer, the type of your graphics card and
the Windows Vista version here)

• Transfer files and settings
(Transfer data and settings of your old PC with this)

• Add new users
(Administer and open user accounts for each user of the PC with this)

• Connect to the Internet
(Configure your internet access with this)

• What’s new in Windows Vista
(Learn how Windows Vista

• The use of the email program

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is different in comparison to older versions)

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• …and much more!

Use the Welcome Center to understand your PC better and in order to be able to
use it optimally. It will also serve you as an additional source of information for
recognizing and removing potential problems.

You will call up the Welcome Center as follows, if you closed it after the start:

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1. Click on Start

2. Select Welcome Center

in the program list.

Windows Vista® – User Account Control

The User account control contributes to the prevention of unauthorized changes to
the PC.

A window with the message that ‘If you started this action, continue.’ will
appear as soon as you carry out an unauthorized change.

• Click on Continue, in order to continue the procedure.

• Click on Cancel, in order to end the procedure.

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Installation of Software

Note

If your operating system is configured that the installation procedure
accepts only signed drivers (default) and software an information
screen will appear.

The software included in delivery is already pre-installed in the factory.

Attention!

It happens that during installation procedure important files can be
changed or even cancelled. To avoid eventual problems in using
older files after installation, make sure to safeguard your hard disk.
See page 61 for further information regarding data backup.

How to Install your Software

Please follow the instruction of the software vendor. We will describe a typical in­stallation. Once you insert a CD, the installation menu is started automatically.

Note

If the automatic start does not work, it is likely that the so-called
Autorun function has been deactivated. Read the respective chapter
in Windows Help on how to activate this function.

An example for the manual installation without the autorun function:

1. Click on Start

2. Click on  All Programs.

3. Open the Accessories program point.

4. Select the item

5. Now enter the letter of the CD-ROM drive followed by a colon and the pro­gram name setup:

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6. Click on “OK”.

7. Follow the instruction given by the program.

Software Uninstallation

In order to remove installed software from your PC, follow the next steps:

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1. Click on Start

2. Click on

3. Then select the Programs

4. Select the respective program, start the uninstallation and follow the instruc­tions on the screen.

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Windows Activation

Microsoft is committed to the protection of intellectual property rights and the
reduction of software piracy. Therefore Windows Vista

®

contains software-based
product activation technology. Your copy of Windows Vista® has already been acti-
vated for your PC.

Product activation is needed if some components of your PC have been replaced or
you use a non-authorized BIOS. If necessary you can activate Windows Vista

®

as

often as requested.

®

You will probably need to activate Windows Vista

by telephone even if Internet
Activation is available. This is due to the pre-activated SLP version which runs with a
special Product-ID. However, activation needs your unique Product ID which can
be found on the Certificate of Authenticity sticker on your PC housing. When
you call, please inform your agent that you are running an OEM-(SLP) version of
the software.

Product Activation on your PC

In few cases it may still be required to activate Windows Vista®. If an activation via
the internet is acknowledged with an error message you should perform the fol­lowing steps.

1. Please select the telephone activation and click until the related screen
appears.

2. Now click on Change Product Key. A new window appears. Enter the
product key. This is located on the Certificated of Authenticity (COA),
on the computer’s casing.

3. Acknowledge your entry and follow the instructions on the screen. Notify
your Microsoft consultant, if necessary, that you have an OEM license in
connection with your PC.

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BIOS Setup

In the BIOS set up (your PC’s Basic Configuration) you have a number of parameter
settings available for your PC. For example, you can change the operating mode of
the interfaces, security features or power management.

The PC is factory pre-set to guarantee optimum operation. Please
only modify the parameters if this is absolutely essential and if you
are familiar with the configuration possibilities.

Execution of the BIOS Setup

You can only execute the configuration program when starting the system. If the
PC has already been started exit Windows
press the key “DEL” and keep it pressed until the message “Entering Setup”
appears.

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and reboot. Prior to rebooting the PC

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BullGuard Internet Security

The BullGuard Internet Security Package is a combination of the currently most up­to-date PC security technologies on the market and thus offers you 24-hour opti­mum protection.

BullGuard is already installed, so that additional installation will not be necessary. If
you nevertheless have to carry out an installation (e.g. after system restoration),
you will find the software package on the application/support disc supplied with
the machine.

BullGuard Internet Security consists of the following security components:

• Antivirus
The centrepiece of any serious PC security application, the Antivirus applica­tion screens your e-mails, and scans your hard drives for viruses and mal­ware. The BullGuard Antivirus combines the highest update frequency in the
business with a no-nonsense user-interface.

• Antispyware*
BullGuard Antispyware protects your PC from all known kinds of spyware
and adware by searching and cleaning files, registry keys, processes and
cookies, protecting you from identity theft and the loss of personal informa­tion.

• Spamfilter*
The BullGuard Spamfilter will protect you from annoying spam and poten­tially costly phishing attempts - a key tool in keeping your Inbox free from
unsolicited mail.

• Backup*
Backing up your files has never been easier with both local and online
backup. Not only can you customise the size of your online backup drive to
suit your needs - once uploaded, you can access these files from any com­puter connected to the internet anywhere in the world!

• Support*
BullGuard Support is a key component in all BullGuard products. Assistance
with all security related questions available to all users directly from the ap­plication. No FAQ, no automated response – real people and live help.

*Information

The Antispyware, Spam filter, Backup and Support compo­nents will only be released at the free registration and will be deacti­vated after the expiry of 90 days.
Procure a BullGuard subscription through the internet link given be­low, in order to be able to continue to use this module.

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The BullGuard Internet Security Package will be updated with the most up-to-date
virus information for 90 days after the free registration.

The registration window will only appear after your notebook has been restarted.
You will register by entering your email address.

Note

Keep your password at a secure place.

The antivirus software will continue to run after the expiry of 90 days, but it will no
longer be updated, so that your notebook will not be protected against new vi­ruses.

The purchase of various subscriptions through BullGuard is possible in order to
always receive the most up-to-date information and updates.

A subscription will be purchased on the internet and carried out without complica­tions. An additional release or the entering of a licence is not necessary. Neither
changes nor additional settings will have to be made.

The release will take place automatically after the purchase of a subscription.
Read the information about this on the internet at:

https://www.bullguard.com/buy_new.aspx?

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Chapter 4

Customer Service &

Self Help

Subject Page

Data and System Security ............................................... 61

System Restore .............................................................. 62

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ................................. 66

Troubleshooting ............................................................ 67

Driver Support ............................................................... 69

Transport ....................................................................... 70

Cleaning and Care .......................................................... 70

Recycling and Disposal ................................................... 70

Upgrades and Repairs ................................................... 73

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Data and System Security

The programs described below are part of your Windows operating system. You
will find additional information on these programs in the Windows Help file.

Please also read the notes on page 4.

Data Security

Back up data regularly on external media such as a CD-R or CD-RW. Windows offers
Backup Status and Configuration.

This program is found in Accessories Ö System Tools within the Start menu. You
should make a backup disk with all your passwords and the operating system’s
original configuration.

Maintenance Programs

You can avoid some hardware and software errors with the help programs such as

Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup. The help program System Informa­tion can also be helpful since it gives you detailed information about your system
configuration. You will find these programs in Accessories Ö System Tools too.

Password Reset File

To protect individual user accounts from complications resulting from lost pass­words, users should create a password reset disk and keep it in a safe place. If the
user should forget his/her password, the password can be reset with the password
reset disk so that the user has access again to his/her local user account.

Windows Help describes how to create a password reset file.

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System Restore

Windows Vista® provides a useful function (System Restore) enabling the storage
of the so-called Recovery points.

The system remembers the current configuration as a snapshot and returns to this,
if necessary. The advantage is that an unsuccessful installation can be cancelled.

Recovery points are created automatically by the system, but they can also be set
manually.

You can determine and configure yourself the maximum memory taken up by this.
You find this program in the program file under Accessories Ö System Tools.

We recommend setting a recovery point before installing a new software or
driver. If the system does not run stable any longer this enables you usually to re­turn to a workable configuration without deleting newly created documents. In the
next paragraph read your options for a repair of an incorrect installation.

Correction

Windows Vista® includes various functions ensuring that the PC as well as the in­stalled applications and devices work correctly.

These functions assist you in solving the problems which might occur by adding,
deleting or replacing files required for the functionality of the operating system, the
applications and devices. The recovery function or functions you use depend on the
type of occurring problem or error. For detailed information refer to the Windows
help.

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Windows® Update

Windows Update is the online updating of Windows. Use Windows Update to
download elements such as security updates, important updates, the newest help
files, drivers and Internet products from the Internet.

The website is regularly augmented by new content, so that you can download the
newest updates and error corrections at any time, to protect the PC and guarantee
its functioning.

Windows Update will search through the PC and provide a list of individual updates
especially for the configuration of your PC.

Each update that Microsoft regards as important for the operation of the operating
system, programs or hardware components will be classified as an “important
update” and automatically selected for installation for you.

Important updates will be provided to remove known problems and to protect the
PC against known security risks.

Carry out four simple steps, to download the updates needed and to keep your
computer on the current status of technology:

1. Click on Start

2. Click on  All Programs.

3. Open Windows Update

4. Click on Check for update.

5. Click on Add to select the desired update and to add it to the updates to be
installed, while you are searching through the available updates in each
category. You can also read a complete description of each individual ele­ment by clicking on the Read further Link.

6. Click on Check and install updates, when you have selected all the de­sired updates, and then click on Install now.

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Windows Update Information for Data Security

Windows Update needs certain information about the respective PC, so that a suit­able list with updates can be provided for you. This information will include the
following:

• Version number of the operating system

• Version number of Internet Explorer

• Version numbers of additional software programs

• Plug & Play identification key of the hardware devices

Windows Update will stand up for the protection of your private data and will not
record your name, address, email address or other forms of personal data. The
information collected will only be used during the time that you are visiting the
website. It will also not be stored.

The update can only be executed via the Internet. Ensure that you are on-line with
your PC when downloading the updates.

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System Restore powered by Symantec

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If your system is not functioning properly and Windows Vista
not solve the problem, then you should use the Application Support Disc to restore
your system.

Limits of the Recovery

• Changes made to the original configuration (RAS, Desktop or Internet set-
tings) and installed Software will be ignored by this Recovery and will not be
reloaded.

• Driver Updates or hardware installed by you will be ignored by this Recovery.

Beware!

All data on drive C will be erased. If necessary, backup all required
data on drive D. (Pay absolute attention to the notes on Page 4 and
Page 61).

This recovery will reset your system to its condition at delivery. Printer installations
or other additional software must be reinstalled.

System Restore did

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Attention!

A backup will no longer be possible if you have deleted the

D:\Recover directory or the files located in it. You can copy the
FACTORY.GHO file and all additional FACTXXX.GHS files to exter-

nal data media, such as CDs or DVDs, etc, for security.

Carrying out a Restore

1. First, please read the entire Restore section of the Windows Help file.

2. Insert the Support-CD and reboot the PC.

3. Select the option Boot from CD-ROM.

4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

The PC restarts to its original factory settings.

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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

When do I have to activate Windows?

Your software has been preactivated in the factory. An activation
will only be required, if ...

... several components are replaced by others.
... you install a new motherboard.
... a different BIOS version has been installed.
... you install the software to another computer.

What is the Windows activation?

Your operating instructions include a chapter about this subject.

How do I perform a data backup?

Make a backup and another backup of selected data to an external
medium (CD-R), to familiarise yourself with the technique.

A backup is unsuitable if you are not able to recover the data, the
medium (CD-R, CD-RW) is defective or no longer available.

Do I still have to install the enclosed CDs/DVDs?

No. Basically all programs are already preinstalled. The disks are
only intended as backup copies.

When is the recovery of the factory setting recommended?

This method should be chosen as the last resort. Read chapter
“System Restore” on page 62 concerning the alternatives possi­ble.

Why is the boot partition missing when booting from the support/
application CD?

The first partition is formatted with the file system NTFS. Com­pared to FAT32 this file system offers more security and a more
efficient access. However, NTFS partitions can only be read from
operating systems supporting this. This is not the case in the
aforementioned CD.

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Customer Service

Troubleshooting

Errors can have simple causes, but sometimes they are caused by faulty equipment.
We would like to give you some ideas to solve common problems. Should these
instructions not lead to success, please feel free to call us.

Localise the Cause

Visibly check all cables and connections. Should all lights be off, check whether all
equipment is supplied with power.

• Check power points, power cable and all power switches.

• Switch off the PC and check all cable connections. Check the connections to

peripherals. Do not exchange cables, even though they may look similar.
The polarity in those cables may be different. When it is confirmed that the
computer has power and all connections are correct, turn the computer on
again.

Frequent use of the programs Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup will help
you to avoid problems with your operating
system.

The tool "System Information", available in the program folder "System Tools"
is also very useful.

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Errors and Possible Causes

The monitor is blank.

• Confirm that the system is not in stand-by mode. Press any key on the key-
board to test this out.

Wrong Date and Time:

• Click the clock on the taskbar and correct the date and time.

After a system restart a new drive letter is assigned to the cards in the
card slots.

• This can happen, when the card reader re-initializes the slots during a sys-
tem start. New IDs might be assigned, which can lead to new drive letters
for some cards.

No data can be accessed from the optical drive.

• Check whether the disc is inserted correctly.

• Is the optical drive displayed in Windows Explorer? If so, test another disc.

The mouse does not work.

• Check the cable.

• Does your mouse work with other programs?

There is not enough room on the HDD.

• Audio or video recordings need a great deal of memory (between
1 and 2 GB/hour). Safeguard files that you do not need on external media,
such as DVD/CD-Rs or hard drives.

The PC does not start up.

• If all cable connections are correct, then try to reset the power supply of the
PC. Set the power switch at the rear of the PC to position 0 (OFF). Now press
down the main switch at the front of the PC for 10 seconds. Wait 5 more
seconds and the restart the PC.

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Additional Support

If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your problem, please con­tact the service hotline and we will attempt to help you solve the problem. Before
you contact the Technology Centre, however, please have the following informa­tion available:

• How is your computer configured?

• What additional peripherals do you use?

• What messages, if any, appear on your screen?

• What software were you using when the error occurred?

• What steps have you already undertaken to solve the problem?

• Have you upgraded or removed drivers or hardware?

• Can you manually repeat the problem?

• If you have been given a customer number previously, please quote this.

Driver Support

This PC has been extensively tested in our laboratories with a large number of
compatible devices. It fulfils all required standards and complies with the standard
“Designed for Windows”, which certifies utmost compatibility.

However, often the software drivers for individual components are updated from
time to time. This is a regular process provided by the manufactured to mend pos­sible compatibility problems that may occur with components (e.g., programs or
hardware) that were not tested at the time of your PC’s manufacture. Driver up­dates and the latest information on your product are available on the Internet.

Visit Medion on the Web at www.medion.com

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Transporting the PC

Please observe the following guidelines when transporting the PC:

• To avoid damage during transport, store the PC in its original packaging.

Cleaning and Care

The lifetime of the PC can be extended by taking the following measures:

Warning!

There are no user-serviceable or user-cleanable parts inside the PC
housing.

• Before cleaning, always remove the power plug and all connecting cables.
Clean the PC with a damp, lint-free cloth.

• Dust can close the fan openings, which can lead to overheating and incor-
rect functions. Make sure that the fan openings guarantee an adequate air
circulation at regular intervals (approx. every 3 months). Use a vacuum
cleaner to release the fan openings from dust. We also recommend cleaning
inside the computer housing by a specialist, if your device regularly attracts
dust.

• Do not use any solvents, corrosive or gaseous cleaning agents.

• Do not use CD-ROM cleaning disks or similar products that clean the lens of

the laser to clean your CD- /DVD-drive.

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Recycling and Disposal

Device
At the end of its life, the appliance must not be disposed of in household rubbish.

Enquire about the options for environmentally-friendly disposal

Batteries
Do not dispose of used batteries in the household rubbish! They must be deposited

at a collection point for used batteries.

Packaging
To avoid damage during transport, the PC is stored in a packaging. Packaging is

produced mostly from materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally
friendly manner and be professionally recycled.

Should you have any questions concerning the disposal please contact your dealer
or our service.

Battery Treatment

Batteries may contain combustible materials. By misuse, this may cause battery
leakage, heat, explosion or ignition, bringing about injury or damage to the
device.

Please observe strictly the following matters:

• Keep children away from batteries.
If by any chance, the batteries are swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

• Do not charge batteries (except rechargeable batteries).

• Do not forcibly discharge batteries.

• Do not short-circuit batteries.

• Do not heat or dispose of in fire.

• Do not disassemble or deform batteries.

Your hands and fingers may be injured, or the liquid of the battery may get
into your eyes or adhere to your skin. If this happens, rinse with a large
quantity of water immediately and consult a doctor.

• Do not expose batteries to strong impact by dropping or throwing the bat-
teries.

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• Do not reverse the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals to avoid short-
circuit.

• Do not mix used and new or different types of batteries together.
Your equipment may not operate properly. In addition, the battery ex­hausted first may be excessively drained (over-discharged).

• Remove promptly the used batteries from the device.

• Replace all batteries with new batteries of the same type at the same time.

• Insulate the terminal parts with tape or the like at the storage or disposal of

the batteries.

• Check that the contacts in the device and on the batteries are clean and
clean them if necessary, before inserting the batteries.

• Do not throw rundown batteries in the domestic refuses! Respect the envi-
ronment and throw them in the specific containers for separate collection. If
necessary, turn to your reseller or to our service assistance. Thank you!

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Upgrades and Repairs

• Only a qualified engineer should perform upgrades and repairs to your PC.

• If you do not have the necessary qualifications, go to an

appropriate Service Engineer. Please contact our Service Centre if you are
experiencing technical problems with
your PC.

Notes for Service Engineers

• Before opening the housing, disconnect the PC from all power sources and
remove any connecting cables. If the PC has not been disconnected from the
power outlet before being opened, there is a danger to life through electric
shock. There is also a risk of damage to the components.

• Internal components of the PC may be damaged by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Carry out system upgrades and changes in an ESD-protected work­shop.
If no such workshop is available, wear an antistatic wrist strap or touch a
highly conductive metal object. Medion can repair damage sustained by in­appropriate handling for a fee.

• Use only original spare parts.

Caution!

Lithium batteries can not handle intense pressure, high temperatures
or fire. Danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly. Replace batteries
with a compatible type as recommended by the manufacturer.
Lithium batteries are hazardous waste and require proper disposal.
Contact the Service Centre for additional information on battery dis­posal.

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Notes on Laser Radiation:

• Laser devices of Laser Class 1 to Laser Class 3b may be used in the PC. Where
the PC housing remains closed, the device meets the requirements of Laser
Class 1.

• By opening the PC housing you will gain access to laser devices of up to La-
ser Class 3b.

When removing and/or opening laser devices, the following guidelines must be
observed:

• The CD-ROM-/CDRW-/DVD-drives installed contain no user-serviceable
parts.

• Only the manufacturer should perform repairs to the CD-ROM-/CDRW-
/DVD-drives.

• Do not look into the laser beam, even while wearing optical protection.

• Do not allow yourself to be exposed to the laser beam. Avoid exposure of

the eyes or skin to direct or stray radiation.

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Chapter 5

Appendix

Subject Page

Standards ....................................................................... 77

Index................................................................................ 80

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Standards

This PC meets the requirements of the following standards:

Electromagnetic Compatibility

This PC meets the following requirements for standards of electromagnetic com­patibility and electrical safety:

EN 55022

EN 55024

EN 61000-3-2

EN 61000-3-3

Electrical Safety

Electrical safety requirements according to the following standards:

EN 60950-1

Information technology equipment - Radio distur­bance characteristics - Limits and methods of meas­urement.

Information technology equipment - Immunity char­acteristics - Limits and methods of measurement.

Limits - Limits for harmonic current emissions (equip­ment input current up to and including 16 A per
phase).

Limits - Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker in
low-voltage supply systems for equipment with a
rated current up to 16 A.

Safety of information technology equipment.

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Ergonomics

Ergonomic requirements according to the following standards:

DIN EN ISO

9241-3

9241-4

9241-8

9241-9

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Ergonomic requirements for office work with display
devices:

Part 3: Requirements for visual displays

Part 4: Requirements for keyboards

Part 8: Requirements for colour representation

Part 9: Input devices except keyboards

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Noise Emission

Requirements for noise emission according to the measurement procedure in ac­cordance with the following standard:

ISO 7779
(ISO 9296)

This PC fulfils the requirements of noise emissions according to ISO 7779 with fol­lowing values:

Operating Mode

Idling

Operating

At bystander position Idling

St bystander position Oper­ating

Acoustics. Measurement of airborne noise emitted by
information technology and telecommunications
equipment.

Max. Sound power level L
clared according to ISO 9296)

4.8

5.2

Max. Sound pressure level L
(declared according to ISO 9296)

40

47

(B/A) (de-

WAd

(dB/A)

pAm

Information about the Regulatory Compliance
according to R&TTE

The following remote equipments may have been supplied with this PC:

• Wireless keyboard

• Wireless mouse

• USB receiver

• Wireless LAN

Due to the capacity of the built-in wireless LAN solution (> 100 mW) the device may
only be used within buildings in France.
Currently none of the other EU-countries have any restrictions. For use in other
countries please obtain information about the applicable regulations locally.

The company declares herewith that these devices are in agreement with the fun­damental requirements and the other relevant terms of the 1999/5/EG Guideline.
Complete declarations of conformity are available under

www.medion.com/conformity

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FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro­vide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer­ence to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter­ference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded
interface cables, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.

Making Copies of this Manual

This manual contains information protected by law. All rights reserved. Duplicating
this information in mechanical, electronic, or any other form, without the written
approval by the manufacturer, is prohibited by copyright law.

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Index

A

All programs .................................25

Ambient temperature......................8

Audience..........................................i

Autorun ........................................52

B

Battery Treatment .........................71

BIOS Setup....................................55

BullGuard Internet Security ...........56

C

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

Card reader ...................................39

Care ..............................................70

CD-ROM .......................................36

CD-Rom-/DVD-Drive as bootdrive .37

CF .................................................39

Cleaning .......................................70

Cleaning agents ............................70

Compact Flash ..............................39

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

External hard drives...................35

Headphones..............................21

IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ..................14

Microphone ..............................21

Monitor.....................................20

Power supply ............................22

PS/2 keyboard ...........................19

S-ATA devices ............................19

Sound source /audio input........13

Speakers/audio output..............13

TV .............................................41

TV-out .......................................19

USB devices...............................15

Control panel................................26

Customer service...........................67

D

Data and system security ..............61

Data security ............................. 4, 61

Directories.....................................34

Disc drive ...................................... 36

Driver support ..............................69

E

Electrical safety..............................77

Electromagnetic compatibility....... 77

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

Errors and Possible Causes ............68

F

FAQ...............................................66

FCC compliance statement ...........79

Front connectors........................... 12

G

Getting Started .............................23

Graphics card................................40

H

Hard drive ..................................... 33

HD ..............................See Hard drive

Help..............................................49

Hotline.......................................... 69

I

IBM® Microdrive............................. 39

Icons ............................................. 26

IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) .....................44

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

Installation of Software .................52

K

Keyboard ......................................30

Inserting batteries .....................16

Keys ..........................................31

Multimedia functions ................32

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L

Laser radiation...............................74

License Agreement........................24

Localise the Cause .........................67

M

Maintenance .................................70

Maintenance programs .................61

Memory Stick ................................39

MMC.............................................39

Mouse...........................................29

Inserting batteries......................16

MultiMediaCard ............................39

N

Network........................................46

LAN Access Point .......................47

Troubleshooting........................48

What is a network?....................46

Wireless LAN..............................47

Noise emission ..............................78

O

On/off Switch................................23

Operational safety

Data security ...............................4

Set-up location............................8

Ambient temperature..................8

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

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

Optical disc drive ..........................36

P

Password reset file.........................61

Power

Turning off your computer........26

Power On......................................23

Program bar..................................25

Q

Quality ............................................ ii

R

Recycling and Disposal..................71

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Restore..........................................65

S

Secure Digital (SD)........................39

Serial number .................................. i

Service engineers ..........................73

Set-up location................................8

SmartMedia ..................................39

Software .......................................49

Software uninstallation .................53

Sound card ...................................43

Standards

Electrical safety.......................... 77

Electromagnetic compatibility...77

FCC compliance statement .......79

Noise emission ..........................78

Start button ..................................25

System Restore.............................. 62

T

Task bar ........................................26

Transporting .................................70

Troubleshooting .....................62, 67

Turn off computer.........................26

U

Upgrades and Repairs ...................73

USB port .......................................45

W

Windows activation.......................54

Windows
Windows Vista

Windows Vista

Windows Vista
Windows
Windows

Aide et support ..............49

®

– Quick Start

Guide........................................ 49

Control .....................................51

®

– User Account

®

– Welcome Center 50

®

Desktop ........................25

®

Update..........................63

Wireless keyboard & mouse

Connecting the receiver ............17

Installation ................................16

Wireless LAN .................................47

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