VESTEL PROMEGA User Manual

Personal Computer

User Manual

Model : PROMEGA

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Product Safety Precautions

? Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product
? Do not use this product near water
? This PC should be installed on a solid horizontal base
? To protect from electrical shock, unplug PC from the wall outlet before

relocating or cleaning. When cleaning, use only a neutral detergent cleaner
with soft damp cloth. Do not spray with liquid or aerosol cleaners.

? Do not expose this PC to direct sunlight or heat. Hot air may cause damage to

the PC and other parts.

? Adequate ventilation must be maintained to ensure reliable and continued

operation and to protect the PC from overheating. Do not block ventilation slots
and openings with objects or install the PC in a place where ventilation may be
hindered.

? This PC should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the

rear panel of the display.

? The main socket has to be near the device and easy accessible.
? Do not allow metal pieces or objects of any kind fall into the PC from ventilation

holes.

? Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Removal of the display cover may

expose you to dangerous voltage or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel in the event that:

1. Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

2. Liquid is spilled into the product or the product is exposed to rain or water.

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WARNING

? TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PC TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Caution:

1. Keep PC away from excessive dust, high temperature, moisture or direct
sunlight.

2. Use in well ventilated area and do not cover ventilation openings.

3. Unauthorized modifications of this equipment or substitution or attachment of
unshelded connecting cable may cause excessive interference.

4. When the PC is not in use for a long time, turn off power switch

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CONTENTS

Welcome 3

Introduction 3
In the Box

Safety 5

Virus Warning 5
Epilepsy Warning 5
Lightning Damage

Setup 6

Connecting Your Vestel PC 6
Connecting Additional Devices 8
Starting Windows XP for the first time

Using your Vestel PC 10

Knowing your Vestel PC 10
The Keyboard 11
The Mouse 12
How to use a Floppy Disk 13
How to use your CD ROM / DVD drive 14
Getting additional help 15
Upgrade capabilities

Technical Support 16

Quick Tips 16
Specialist support for your PC 17

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Copyright Notice 18

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WELCOME

Introduction

Dear Customer
Thank you for choosing the Vestel Personal Computer which we hope will give you many years

of trouble-free service. The purpose of this User Manual is to give you an introduction on how to
operate your new PC and to help you be on friendly terms with the system.
Because the potential uses of your PC are so varied, a detailed explanation of the system's
abilities would fill several volumes. The objective of this manual is not to tell you everything that
the system can do, but rather to help you get the most from it without submerging yourself in
technicalities or the internal workings of your PC.
If this is your first PC, be aware that this can be a frustrating, sometimes baffling, often addictive
and usually tremendously rewarding experience. You will help yourself considerably if you give
yourself time and exercise patience. Your Vestel PC and the software that you use will do
exactly as they are told. The challenge is in making sure that the instructions you give the
system are the right ones to make it do as you wish. When you do encounter a difficulty, give
yourself time to read the manuals, time to use the on-line "Help" functions and most important of
all, time to think. If the problems persist qualified personnel are always available to help 24
hours a day, 365 days a year (see section 6 for details).
If you have previous experience of PC's you should have no difficulty connecting the individual
elements of the system together in order to get the machine working. All the connections at the
back of the system unit are labelled.
Your Vestel PC comes with twelve months on-site warranty covering both parts and labour. To
ensure that you receive the best possible service in the unlikely event of needing a warranty
repair, Please:

Keep your proof of purchase and a note of the machine's serial number in a safe place.

Finally, all electrical equipment is potentially dangerous if misused or damaged. Please read
and follow the safety information in this manual.

Always contact qualified personnel if you have any doubts about the safety of any of your
equipment.

Wishing you many years of interesting, productive and enjoyable computing.
Yours sincerely,

VESTEL Personal Computers

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IN THE BOX

Check to ensure you have all the necessary hardware and that the set of manuals and backup
software is complete. If anything is damaged or missing please contact your supplier.

You should have the following hardware components:

? Base unit
? Monitor (This may have come in a separate box)
? Speakers (This may have come in a separate box, Excluding Subwoofer* )
? Mouse
? Keyboard
? Two Power Leads
? Modem cable - Selected models only
? User Guide (this one)
? Windows XP Guide
? Full Product Recovery CD-ROM disk

*You may also have a separate box with the subwoofer and 2 more speakers.

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SAFETY

Virus warning

Vestel guarantees that this product is 100% virus free. Please take the following precautions to
protect your system against new viruses:

? Do not use illegal copies of software protected by copyright.
? Check all floppy disks carefully using a virus scanner before you start using them.
? If your computer is connected to a network, please make sure that only authorised persons

have access to your system. For example, you can use passwords and share files as Read
Only.

Epilepsy warning

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING GAMES OR ALLOWING YOUR CHILDREN TO USE THEM.

Some people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or loss of consciousness when exposed to
certain flashing lights or light patterns in everyday life. Such people may have a seizure while
watching television images or playing certain games. This may happen even if the person has
no medical history of epilepsy or has never had any epileptic seizures. If you or anyone in your
family has ever had symptoms related to epilepsy (seizures or loss of consciousness) when
exposed to flashing lights, consult your doctor prior to playing.

We advise that parents should monitor the use of games by their children. If you or your child
experience any of the following symptoms: dizziness, blurred vision, eye or muscle twitches,
loss of consciousness, disorientation, any involuntary movement or convulsion while playing a
game, IMMEDIATELY discontinue use and consult your doctor.

Precautions to take during use

• Do not sit or stand too close to the screen. Sit a good distance away from the screen.

• Preferably play a game on a small screen.

• Avoid playing if you are tired or have not had much sleep.

• Make sure that the room in which you are playing is well lit.

• Rest for at least 10 to 15 minutes per hour while playing a game.

Lightning Damage

CAUTION: Lightning strikes, power surges and other electrical anomalies can damage your
computer and other electronics. For the protection of your computer, it is recommended that you
connect all power cords for your computer and its peripheral devices (i.e. printer, scanner, etc.)
to some form of surge protection such as a power strip or UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply).
Not all power strips provide surge protection; they must be specifically labelled as having this
ability. Look for manufacturers that have a Damage Replacement Policy to replace your
equipment if their surge protection fails.

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