Medion MIM 2330, MIM 2320 user Manual
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Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and
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This manual is divided into sections to help you find the information you require.
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of the possible professional utilization, this Notebook is designed for day-to-day
household use. The functions and applications for use with this Notebook have been
designed with the entire family in mind.
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Table of Contents:
Safety and Maintenance ........................................................................................ 1
Safety Instructions............................................................................................. 3
Data Security ................................................................................................ 4
Set-Up Location ............................................................................................4
Ambient Temperature ...................................................................................5
Working in Comfort .......................................................................................6
Connecting.................................................................................................... 7
Power supply........................................................................................... 7
Cabling .................................................................................................... 8
Information about the regulatory compliance according to R&TTE............... 9
Modem .......................................................................................................... 9
Touch Pad..................................................................................................... 9
Battery Operation........................................................................................ 10
Views & Handling ................................................................................................. 11
Included with Your Notebook .......................................................................... 13
Views .............................................................................................................. 14
Open Notebook........................................................................................... 14
Left Side...................................................................................................... 15
Right Side ................................................................................................... 15
Rear Side .................................................................................................... 16
Device Indicators ........................................................................................ 17
Quick launch buttons .................................................................................. 18
Allocation of the special keys ................................................................ 19
Getting Started ................................................................................................ 20
How to start:................................................................................................ 20
Step 1.................................................................................................... 20
Step 2.................................................................................................... 22
Step 3.................................................................................................... 22
Short description of the Windows® Desktop .......................................... 23
Main Components ................................................................................................ 25
Power Supply .................................................................................................. 27
On/Off Button .............................................................................................. 27
Power Adapter ............................................................................................28
Battery Operation........................................................................................ 29
Inserting the Battery ..............................................................................29
Removing the Battery............................................................................ 30
Charging the Battery ............................................................................. 31
Discharging the battery ......................................................................... 31
Battery Performance ............................................................................. 32
Power Management.................................................................................... 33
Sleep Mode ( Ö ) ..................................................................... 33
Hibernate Mode ( Ö ) .................................................................... 33
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Display ............................................................................................................ 34
Opening and Closing the Display................................................................ 34
Screen Resolution....................................................................................... 35
Connecting an External Monitor.................................................................. 36
Duplicating the Desktop......................................................................... 37
Extending the Desktop .......................................................................... 37
Data Entry ....................................................................................................... 38
The Keyboard ............................................................................................. 38
Notebook-Specific Key Combinations ................................................... 38
Touch Pad................................................................................................... 39
The Hard drive ................................................................................................ 40
Important Directories................................................................................... 41
The Optical Drive ............................................................................................ 42
Loading a Disc ............................................................................................ 42
Emergency Ejection of a Blocked Disc.................................................. 44
Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs............................................. 44
Regional Playback Information for DVD...................................................... 45
Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter................................................ 45
Recordable/Rewriteable Discs .............................................................. 45
The Sound Card.............................................................................................. 46
External Audio Ports ................................................................................... 47
Modem (optional) ............................................................................................48
Modem Port ................................................................................................ 48
The Network.................................................................................................... 49
What is a network? ..................................................................................... 49
Ethernet-Network .................................................................................. 49
Wireless LAN......................................................................................... 50
Troubleshooting within the Network ...................................................... 51
Express Card .................................................................................................. 52
Installing Express Card ............................................................................... 52
Removing Express Card ............................................................................. 52
Webcam (optional) .......................................................................................... 53
Example of the use of Windows Messenger .............................................. 53
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port...................................................................... 55
Securing the Notebook.................................................................................... 56
Startup Password........................................................................................ 56
Using a safety lock...................................................................................... 56
Software.......................................................................................................... 57
Getting to Know Windows Vista®................................................................ 57
Windows Vista® – Quickstartguide ........................................................57
Windows Vista® – Help and Support .....................................................57
Windows Vista® – Welcome Center ...................................................... 58
Windows Vista® – User Account Control ............................................... 59
Software Installation.................................................................................... 60
Uninstall Software ................................................................................. 61
Windows Activation..................................................................................... 62
Product activation on your Notebook..................................................... 62
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The BIOS Set-up-Program.......................................................................... 63
Running the BIOS Set-up...................................................................... 63
First Aid................................................................................................................. 65
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions................................................................ 67
Data and System Security............................................................................... 68
Data Security .............................................................................................. 68
Maintenance Programs ............................................................................... 68
Password Reset Disk.................................................................................. 68
Windows® Update ....................................................................................... 69
Windows Update Information for Data Security..................................... 70
System Restore............................................................................................... 71
Correction ................................................................................................... 71
System Restore powered by Symantec ...................................................... 72
Limits of the Recovery........................................................................... 72
Performing the State of Delivery............................................................ 72
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 73
Localize the Cause ..................................................................................... 73
Check Cables and Connections ............................................................ 73
Errors And Possible Causes.................................................................. 74
Additional Support....................................................................................... 75
Driver Support............................................................................................. 75
Maintenance.................................................................................................... 76
Care of the TFT Display.............................................................................. 76
Transporting the Notebook.......................................................................... 77
Recycling and Disposal............................................................................... 78
Batteries and Proper Treatment ............................................................ 78
Upgrades and Repairs ................................................................................ 80
Notes for Service Engineers.................................................................. 80
Appendix............................................................................................................... 81
Standards........................................................................................................ 83
Electromagnetic Compatibility..................................................................... 83
ISO 13406-2 Class II................................................................................... 83
FCC Compliance Statement ....................................................................... 85
Restricted Warranty ........................................................................................ 86
Index ...............................................................................................................92
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Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix
Chapter 1
Safety and Maintenance
Subject Page
Safety Instructions ..............................................................3
Data Security .......................................................................4
Set-up Location....................................................................4
Ambient Temperature ........................................................5
Working in Comfort .............................................................6
Connecting........................................................................... 7
Information about the regulatory compliance
according to R&TTE............................................................. 9
Modem (optional) .................................................................9
Touch Pad............................................................................9
Battery Operation...............................................................10
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Safety Instructions
Please follow the instructions in this section for the safe operation of your notebook:
• Do not allow small children to play unattended with electrical equipment.
Children are incapable of judging potential risks properly.
• Keep the packing materials, such as foil away from children. The danger of
suffocation could arise in the case of misuse.
• Do not open the case of the notebook, the battery or the power adaptor.
When the case is open there is a danger of severe electric shock.
• CD-ROM-/CDRW-/DVD-drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must
remain in their sealed casing. DO NOT remove the drive covers, as exposure
to the lasers may be harmful.
• Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the notebook. This
may lead to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your
notebook.
• Slots and openings in the notebook serve to ventilate it. Do not cover up
these openings, because the notebook could overheat.
• The notebook is not intended to be operated in a heavy industry company.
Operation under extreme environmental conditions can result in damage to
your notebook.
• Do not operate the notebook during a thunderstorm, in order to avoid
damage through lightning strike.
• Never place objects on top of the notebook that would exert any pressure on
the display. There is a danger that even slight pressure may break the TFT
display.
• There is a risk of injury if the TFT display breaks. Use protective gloves to
pack up the broken pieces and contact customer service to arrange for
proper disposal. It is important to thoroughly wash your hands after handling
a broken TFT display. There is a chance that chemicals may have been
released.
• Do not forcibly open the notebook.
• In order to avoid damage to the display, do not touch it with your fingers or
sharp objects.
• Never lift the notebook by the TFT Display; doing so could break the hinges.
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Safety Instructions
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Switch off your Notebook 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 Notebook is damaged or fluids have leaked into it.
Have the Notebook checked by customer service first, because the Notebook
may not be safely operated otherwise and there may be a life-threatening
risk of electrocution!
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.
Set-Up Location
• Keep your notebook and all connected peripherals away from moisture, dust,
heat and direct sunlight. Failure to do so can lead to Notebook malfunction or
damage.
• It is highly recommended you do not use the notebook outdoors.
• Operate the notebook and all peripherals on a stable, balanced and
vibration-free surface.
• Do not leave the base of your notebook on your lap or any part of your body
for a long period of time. The notebook can become very warm while it is
turned on or charging and can cause discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
• 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 you to ventilate the room regularly, in order to
counteract the formation of the smell. During the development of this product,
we have made sure that the applicable limits are clearly fallen below.
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Ambient Temperature
• The notebook is most reliably operated at an ambient temperature between
+41° (5° C) and +104° F (40° C) and at a relative humidity between 20% and
70% (without condensation).
• When powered off, the notebook can be stored at temperatures between 32°
and 140° F (0° and 60° C).
• 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 notebook from being damaged
by power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network.
• Wait until the notebook has reached ambient (room) temperature before
turning it on or connecting it to the power adapter. Drastic variations in
temperature and humidity can create condensation within the Notebook and
may cause it to short-circuit.
• For transporting the notebook keep the original packing.
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Working in Comfort
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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Head – Your head should be upright or tilted slightly forward. Avoid working
with your head or trunk twisted.
• Overall – Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid
fatigue.
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Connecting
Pay attention to the following information, in order to connect your notebook
correctly:
Power supply
• Do not open the power adapter housing. When the housing is open there is a
danger of severe electric shock. It contains no user-serviceable parts.
• The electric outlet must be in the vicinity of the notebook and within reach of
the power adapter cables.
• To disconnect your notebook from the power source, or set the notebook to
battery operation, remove the power cord from the notebook’s power socket.
• Only use the notebook with a power adaptor operating at
AC 110-240V~/50-60 Hz. For details on power consumption, please refer to
the rating plate on the rear of your notebook. If you are unsure of the type of
power supply available at the point of use, ask your local power company.
• Use only the supplied power cord and power adapter.
• If using an extension cord, make certain that it meets your local safety
requirements. If in doubt, consult an electrician.
• To provide additional protection against electric shock, power surges,
lightning strikes, or other electrical damage to your notebook, we recommend
the use of a surge protector.
• Firstly remove the plug, and then the connector of the notebook, from the
power source, if you want to detach the network adapter from the mains
power supply. A reverse sequence could damage the network adapter or the
notebook. Always hold the connector firmly when removing it. Never pull on
the power cord.
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Cabling
• Arrange cables so no one can walk on or trip over them.
• Do not place objects on any of the cables.
• To avoid damage to your Notebook, connect your peripherals (e.g.,
keyboard, mouse and monitor) whilst your notebook is powered off. Some
devices can be connected whilst your notebook is in use. These devices
usually have a USB connector. Please follow the appropriate instructions for
each device.
• Keep the notebook at least one meter (approximately three feet) away from
high frequency and magnetic interference sources (e.g., televisions,
loudspeaker cabinets, mobile telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions
and/or loss of data.
• Please note that only shielded cables shorter than
3 metres (9.84 ft) should be used for the LPT, COM, USB, IEEE 1394, audio,
video and network interfaces with this notebook. Please use only doubly
screened cables in the case of printer cables.
• Do not replace the cables supplied. Only use the cable supplied with the
notebook, since that cable will have been tested extensively in our
laboratory.
• Also only use the connection cables supplied with the devices to connect
your peripherals.
• Make sure that all connecting cables are connected with the respective
peripheral devices, in order to avoid perturbing radiation. Remove any cables
not needed.
• 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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Information about the regulatory compliance
according to R&TTE
The following remote equipment has been supplied with this notebook:
• Wireless LAN
In France this device may only be operated indoors due to the power of the built-in
wireless LAN solution (>100mW).
In all other EU-countries there are no restrictions at this moment. When deploying
this device in another country you are required to inform yourself about the
applicable legal regulations of the corresponding country.
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.
The optional modem meets the requirements of TBR21 (01/1998) and
EG201120/V1.1.1/01/98 regarding connection with an analogue telephone network.
Modem
• If your system has a modem, please make sure you connect it to an
analogue telephone line only. Connecting to a digital PBX, a digital line
designed for broadband services or ISDN, a shared service line or a
payphone will damage the modem or the devices to which it is connected.
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Touch Pad
• Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the
touch pad. Because the touch pad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot
be used in place of your fingers. Using a pen or other object can damage the
touch pad or cause the notebook to malfunction.
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Battery Operation
To extend the life and power of your battery and guarantee secure operation, the
instructions below should be followed:
• Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or heat for long periods.
• Do not dispose of the battery by fire.
• Disregarding these instructions will lead to damage and under some
circumstances may even cause the battery to explode.
• Do not open the battery housing; it contains no user-serviceable parts.
• Keep the battery away from electrically conductive materials, chemical
substances and cleaning agents.
• Only use the originally supplied power adapter to charge the battery.
• Ensure (through the display or the signalling sound of the notebook) that the
battery is completely discharged before recharging it.
• Replace the battery only with the same type or an equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer.
• Charge the battery only until the battery charging light goes out. Also, refer
to the instructions under “Charging the Battery” on page 31 for instructions
on checking the battery level.
• Only change the battery when the unit is switched off.
• Batteries are classified as special waste and should always be disposed of
properly. Contact Customer Service for more details.
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Chapter 2
Views & Handling
Subject Page
Included with your notebook ...............................................13
Open notebook .....................................................................14
Left side ................................................................................15
Right side ..............................................................................15
Rear side...............................................................................16
Power and status indicators ..................................................17
Quick launch buttons ............................................................18
Getting started ......................................................................20
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Included with Your Notebook
Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 14 days of
purchase if any of the following components are missing:
• Notebook
• Battery
• Power adapter with connection cable
(Model: FSP065-AAC)
• Application-/Support-Disc
• OEM version of operating system
• Documentation
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Open Notebook
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4
5
6
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1
(similar picture)
1 - Display Catch........................................................................... (Ö p. 34)
2 - Webcam (optional)................................................................... (Ö p. 53)
3 - TFT display .............................................................................. (Ö p. 34)
4 - Device indicators ..................................................................... (Ö p. 17)
5 - Quick launch buttons .............................................................. (Ö p. 18)
6 - Power ON/OFF ....................................................................... (Ö p. 27)
7 - Keyboard ................................................................................. (Ö p. 38)
8 - Touchpad ................................................................................ (Ö p. 39)
9 - Stereo speaker
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Left Side
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(similar picture)
10 - Power socket ........................................................................ (Ö p. 28)
11 - USB port ................................................................................. (Ö p. 55)
12 - Audio Out / Headphones........................................................... (Öp. 47)
13 - Microphone ............................................................................ (Ö p. 47)
14 - Express Card ......................................................................... (Ö p. 52)
Right Side
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(similar picture)
15 - Optical Drive ......................................................................... (Ö p. 42)
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Rear Side
161117 18 19
(similar picture)
11 - USB port ................................................................................. (Ö p. 55)
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16 - Kensington
lock ..................................................................... (Ö p. 56)
17 - Modem port (RJ-11) (optional) ................................................ (Ö p. 48)
18 - LAN port (RJ-45) .................................................................... (Ö p. 49)
19 - External monitor port VGA ...................................................... (Ö p. 36)
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Device Indicators
LED's indicate the power and operating system states of the Notebook. The
meaning of each LED is:
Power Indicator
Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various
situation:
Blinking
green
Lights
green
The notebook is in Sleep mode.
The notebook is turned on.
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The battery is fully charged.
Battery Charge Indicator
Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various
situation:
Lights
green
Lights
amber
Blinking
amber
Access indicator
This LED lights or flashes when the notebook is accessing the hard
disk or the optical drive.
The battery is being charged.
Almost completely discharged.
Num Lock
This LED lights when NUM-Lock has been activated (Fn+NumLk).
Capital Lock
This LED lights when CAPS-Lock has been activated. This sets the
keyboard to capital letters.
Wireless LAN
Display for wireless data exchange. If the display lights steadily the
wireless LAN function is enabled (optional feature)
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Quick launch buttons
Internet
Launches the internet browser.
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E-Mail
Launches the E-Mail program.
Button that can be adjusted by the user to enable the preferred
program to start quickly.
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Allocation of the special keys
You can allocate programs to the special buttons by means of the ‘Launch
Manager’.
You start the program like this:
1. Click on
Start
Ö All Programs
Ö Launch Manager
2. You can determine which program will be started by the respective button by
means of the ‘Insert’ or ‘Delete’ control buttons.
3. Click on ‘OK’ to accept the setting, after you have selected the relevant
program.
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Getting Started
Before you get started using your notebook, first take a few moments to read the
important section on Safety.
This notebook comes with software fully pre-installed. You do not have to install
any of the discs supplied.
How to start:
Step 1
• Insert the battery before bringing the notebook into operation by sliding the
battery pack into the compartment.
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• Connect the supplied power adapter to the notebook at the notebook power
socket (10).
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• Open the display by pushing the lock (1) to the right with your thumb and
then opening the display to the required position with your thumb and index
fingers.
• Switch the notebook on by operating the On/Off Switch (6). The notebook
starts and now goes through a number of phases.
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Note
Make sure there is no bootable disc (e.g., the Recovery disc) in the
optical drive. Such discs will prevent the operating system from
loading 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.
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Step 2
Follow the instructions on the screen. Dialogue boxes will explain any steps that
need to be taken.
The greeting procedure will guide you through a series of dialogue boxes. The
information in each dialogue box will explain the steps that need to be taken.
Should you have any questions just click on
.
• License Agreement
The greeting procedure also displays the license agreement. Please read
this 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 on the
right side of the screen 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.
Step 3
After the login procedure the Windows® desktop appears on your screen.
You will find a brief overview on the following pages.
After the login procedure the Windows
be adjusted so that the screen of your computer looks different.
However, basic operation is guaranteed.
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desktop appears on your screen. This can
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Short description of the Windows® Desktop
After the login procedure the Windows® Vista® desktop appears on your screen.
(Your desktop might not look exactly like the one shown here.)
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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 notebook are ordinarily listed here.
Click All Programs to reveal an extensive menu.
3. Program Bar
The most commonly used software programs are listed here.
4. Turn Off Computer
Click on this interface with the left mouse button and select the Shut Down option,
in order to switch the Notebook off.
5. Task Bar
Here you receive information and status reports about Windows
programs are running.
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Vista® and which
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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 notebook.
8. Control Panel
You can use the icons in Control Panel to change the appearance and functionality
of Windows
9. Windows
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Vista®. These icons represent options for configuring your notebook.
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Vista® Help
Here you can find information on using your notebook, networking, backup, and
many other tasks.
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