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Operating instructions Multimedia PC High Performance PC All-in-One PC System Mini PC MEDION ®...
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Important information about the illustrations PLEASE NOTE! The overview includes all connections; your device may differ from this depending on configuration. Some video connectors are fitted with a protective co- ver. These connections are not available in the respecti- ve configuration. ii of xxiv...
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Multimedia PC P3 Revision 22 iii of xxiv...
Table of Content About these instructions ................4 1.1. Warning symbols and key words used in these instructions ....4 1.2. Proper use ........................4 1.3. Declaration of conformity ..................5 1.4. Information on trademarks ................. 5 Safety instructions ..................6 2.1.
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7.3. Scroll wheel ......................24 Keyboard ....................25 8.1. The Alt, Alt Gr and Ctrl keys ................25 Hard drive ....................25 9.1. Important directories ..................26 9.2. Hot-swap mobile rack (optional) ..............27 9.3. Connecting an external hard drive (optional) ..........27 Optical drive (optional) ................28 10.1.
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21.2. Find the cause ......................48 21.3. Faults and possible causes ................48 21.4. Do you need more help? ..................48 21.5. Driver support ......................49 Transport ....................49 Cleaning and care ..................49 Upgrades/modifications and repairs ............50 24.1. Information for service technicians ..............50 Recycling and disposal ................
1. About these instructions Read these operating instructions carefully before using the device for the first time. Note the warnings on the device and in the operating in- structions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the ap- pliance or give it away, please ensure that you also pass on these in- structions.
Should your device work with a network connection in the 5 GHz frequency range of the inbuilt wireless LAN solution, then it can only be used inside buildings in all EU countries. Full declarations of conformity are available at www.medion.com/conformity. 1.4. Information on trademarks ®...
2. Safety instructions 2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery • This device is not intended for use by people (including chil- dren) with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or for those without experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or they have been instructed in its use.
• Do not insert anything into the PC through the slots and openings. This could result in an electrical short-circuit, an electric shock or even ignite a fire which will damage your PC. • The slots and openings on the PC are for ventilation purposes. Do not cover these openings as this could cause the device to overheat.
2.4. Data backup PLEASE NOTE! Loss of data! Back up your data to external storage media before each update. We do not accept any liability for claims for compensation arising from loss of data or any con- sequential loss or damage. 3.
4. Setting up the PC Setting up your PC correctly goes a long way towards ensuring comfortable opera- tion. 4.1. Installation location • Keep your PC and all connected devices away from moisture and avoid dust, heat and direct sunlight. This will help to avoid malfunctions or damage to the •...
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Where it is not possible to position the monitor as described, the following meas- ures may be useful: • rotating, lowering or tilting the monitor; • using slats or vertical blinds on the windows; • using partitions or changing the direction of the light source. PLEASE NOTE! Take regular breaks when working at your monitor to prevent tenseness and fatigue.
5. Connecting For better orientation, please open out the left-hand inside cover page to fully dis- play the diagrams showing the positions of the connections described. PLEASE NOTE! The devices listed are not necessarily supplied. You only need to con- nect those components you intend to operate on your PC.
5.2. Opening and closing the front panel (optional) Some connections are located behind the front panel. This offers the advantage of making it quick and easy to connect frequently used devices without having to turn the PC around. The closable panel also protects the connections. 5.3.
5.6. Touch screen (optional) Your PC is supplied with a touch-sensitive screen. Please follow the instructions be- low in order to optimise its use: 5.6.1. Operation • Do not touch the screen with sharp or pointed objects as these may damage the screen. •...
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Diagram Command Swipe from the right edge of the Swipe from the right edge screen to the centre of the screen to open the Charms bar Bring two fingers together on the Zoom out touch screen Spread two fingers apart on the touch Zoom in screen ...
5.7. Connecting USB devices (optional) PLEASE NOTE! Do not connect your USB devices until you have fin- ished the initial setup of your new PC. This will prevent any unnecessary interference during the installation. These devices can generally be connected while the PC is running.
5.9. Connecting audio output / headphones / speakers Connect active loudspeakers here for playback or an audio connection cable for re- cording. Read the operating instructions for your stereo system to see which input you need to use (usually Line in or Aux). ...
5.10. Connecting the microphone (optional) Connect a microphone to the pink socket using a 3.5 mm mono jack plug. Position the microphone so that it does not point directly at the speakers. This prevents acoustic feedback (perceptible by a loud whistling). 5.11.
5.14. Connecting IEEE 1394 (FireWire) devices (optional) CAUTION! Do not connect your IEEE 1394 devices until you have finished the initial setup of your new PC. This will pre- vent any unnecessary interference during the installa- tion. These devices can generally be connected while the PC is running.
5.16. Illumination (optional) Your PC comes with lighting which can display different colours and lights up in two operating modes. 5.16.1. Select illumination mode Press the illumination control once in order to switch on the lighting permanent- Press the control again to change the operating mode to pulsing light. ...
6. First use The operating system and all hardware drivers are already preinstalled. You do not need to run any of the discs supplied. For some programs (e.g. telephone CDs or encyclopaedias, it may be necessary to insert the relevant disc in order to call up the data saved on it. Where this is the case, the software will prompt you to do this.
OC switch on the computer’s front cover. Regardless of how you enable or disable overclocking, you will always need to re- start your computer. When you launch the MEDION® ERAZER® Control Center, a corresponding notification will appear. 21 of 56...
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6.2.1. Processor overclocking using the button in the MEDION® ERAZER® Control Center Launch the MEDION® ERAZER® Control Center by double-clicking the desktop shortcut. User Account Control will inform you that changes are being made to your com- puter.
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A warning will appear if you make settings that are not supported by your computer. The MEDION® ERAZER® Control Center is also a monitoring tool that shows you in- formation about the motherboard, memory and processor. The data provided is purely for information purposes and cannot be changed.
7. Mouse In addition to the two standard buttons, the mouse also features a third button in the scroll wheel. 7.1. Left button The left mouse button is used to make a selection (click once) and to confirm this selection (double click). 7.2.
8. Keyboard In addition to the standard numbers and characters, the keyboard can also be used to enter a number of special characters, as well as to perform certain commands de- pending on the program. These special functions are controlled using the keys Alt; Alt Gr and Ctrl.
9.1. Important directories PLEASE NOTE! Data loss! Do not delete or modify these directories or their con- tent otherwise data may be lost or system functionality may be impaired. The root partition (C:\) contains the operating system, the applications and the “Documents” folder for the configured user. We have listed the most important directories below and described their contents.
These caps should be replaced if these connections are not being used. MEDION HDDrive 2Go super speed hard drives are available in the following sizes: • MEDION hard drive HDDrive 2Go super speed 6.35 cm/2.5” USB 3.0 and •...
10. Optical drive (optional) 10.1. Loading a disc PLEASE NOTE! Risk of damage! Due to the high speeds in the drive, faulty media may break and damage your device. Damage caused by faulty media is not covered under the warranty and any repairs will be chargeable.
10.1.1. Removing the disc PLEASE NOTE! Data loss! Do not try to remove the disc from the drive while the PC is accessing the optical drive. In order to remove the disc, press the eject button again. Remove the disc and store it in a CD case. ...
PLEASE NOTE! The region setting can be changed up to five times via the viewing software before the last setting becomes permanent. If you then wish to change the region set- ting again, this must be carried out by the manufactur- er.
• When connecting to a digital output source (e.g. TFT monitor or LCD TV), the connections (DVI or HDMI) must support the HDCP standard. You can find this information in the operating instructions for your output device. 11. Card reader (optional) If your PC is equipped with a card reader, you can use the following types of memo- ry card.
12. Graphics system This program gives you the option of customising your desktop. This includes the background image, the screensaver and other settings for your monitor and your graphics card. The program can be started as follows: • Right-click on the Windows desktop and left-click on Personalise. •...
13. Sound system The external audio connections can be configured so that you can connect a sur- round sound system. If you wish to change the default volume, click the loudspeaker icon in the task bar. WARNING! Damage to hearing! Excessive volumes when using headphones or ear- phones, as well as changes to the default settings on the equaliser, driver, software or operating system, can...
15. USB connection (optional) PLEASE NOTE! Devices connected directly to the USB BUS may not draw more than 500 mA. The power output is protected by a fuse (limited power source as per EN 60950). If you want to connect devices that require more power, you need to connect them to two USB ports using a Y cable.
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PLEASE NOTE! Do not operate your PC’s wireless LAN function in are- as where there are radio-sensitive devices (e.g. in hospi- tals etc.). If you are unsure whether the use of these de- vices will result in damage or interference, disable this option.
18. Software This section deals with the topic of software. We distinguish here between the oper- ating system, the software (the applications), the Windows activation and UEFI. PLEASE NOTE! The current Windows family currently includes Win- dows 8 and Windows 8.1. Windows 8.1 is the first up- date of the Windows 8 generation.
18.3. Windows® 8 - What’s New 18.3.1. Microsoft account A Microsoft account is an e-mail address and password for logging in to Windows. You may use any e-mail address. We recommend using the address you use to com- municate with friends and log into your favourite web sites, however. The Microsoft account also allows you to purchase or download apps from the Store and install them on up to five devices.
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The jump lists for certain programs such as Windows® Media Player can be populat- ed in advance with frequently used commands. Thus, for example, you will see op- tions to play all music or to reopen the last playlist in the jump list for Windows® 8 Media Player.
18.3.6. Home Group With home network groups, a Windows® 8 function, connecting home computers is child’s play. A home network group is set up automatically when you connect the first PC running Windows® 8 to the home network. Adding additional PCs running Windows®...
18.5.1. Setting up a password for Windows Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Settings. Next, click Change PC settings. Select the Users item. Click Change your password and follow the instructions. 18.5.2.
18.7. Windows® 8 Start screen Once the operating system is running, you will see the new Windows® 8 Start screen. (Image similar) PLEASE NOTE! Apps are applications that are displayed on a desktop with a program thumbnail. The app thumbnails are big- ger than the standard tiles.
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18.7.2. Working with Windows® 8 and classic apps Menu Instructions Click the desired app with the left mouse Opening an app button. Press the Alt+F4 keyboard shortcut. Closing an app Click on the top edge of the running app and drag the app down to the edge of the dis- play.
Right-click the desired app. Running an app in a new Click Open new window at the bottom edge window (only possible with desktop apps) of the display. Move the mouse pointer into the top right- Searching for apps hand corner of the display, move the mouse down and click Search.
19. Settings 19.1. Windows® 8 power on/off functions The new Windows® 8 allows you to restart your PC, put it into Sleep mode or shut it down. Changes can be made to the Sleep settings at any time in the power options. In Sleep Mode the content of your PC’s RAM is preserved while practically all other components of your PC are disabled or their power consumption reduced to a mini- mum.
19.3. Resetting the PC to its factory settings In the event of problems with the installation or other software problems which make it necessary to reinstall the software, Windows® 8 offers three options for rein- stalling Windows® 8 on your PC. First ensure that you have backed up all important data and programs.
19.4. UEFI fi rmware confi guration he UEFI firmware configuration (the basic hardware configuration of your system) offers you numerous configuration options for operating your PC. For example, you can modify the operating mode for interfaces, security features or power supply management. PLEASE NOTE! Loss of data! The PC has already been configured by the manufac-...
20. FAQ – Frequently asked questions Do I need to install the discs supplied? − No All programs are preinstalled. The discs are provided as backup copies only. Where can I find the necessary drivers for my PC? − The drivers can be found in the second hard drive partition in the Drivers and Tools folders.
21.2. Find the cause Start by carefully checking all the cable connections. If the indicator lamps are not on, ensure that the PC and all peripheral devices are connected to the power sup- ply. • Check the plug, power cable and all switches in the socket circuit. •...
We will try to help you over the telephone. Before contacting us, however, prepare the following information: • Have you made any upgrades or modifications to the initial configuration? • What peripheral devices do you use? • What messages, if any, appear on the screen? •...
24. Upgrades/modifi cations and repairs Upgrades and modifications to your PC should only be carried out by qualified spe- cialists. If you do not possess the required qualifications, have the work carried out by a suitably qualified service technician. Please contact your customer service if you have technical problems with your PC.
The following should be observed when removing and/or open- ing this laser equipment: • The integrated optical drive contains no parts that require re- pair or maintenance. • Repairs to the optical drive should only be carried out by the manufacturer.
25.1. 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 gener-ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in- stalled and used in accor-dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer- ence to radio communications.
26. Information about the scope of delivery 26.1. Keyboard and mouse Model Manufacturer Sysgration Keyboard KB313U WELL PARK KB313W AGM-946 Sysgration Mouse MA105U MA105W WELL PARK MG100U Receiver RG10-P WELL PARK 26.2. WiFi USB Model Manufacturer EW-7811GLN WiFi USB EW-7811UTC Acelink/Edimax EW-7611ULB 53 von 56...
Subject to technical and optical changes as well as printing errors. The operating manual can be reordered via the service hotline and is available for download via the service portal at www.medion.com/gb/service/start/. You can also scan the QR code above and download the operating manual onto your mobile device via the service portal.
Declaration of conformity ......5 28. Index Disposal............51 Driver support ..........49 Aerial socket for TV ........18 Environmental requirements ....9 Better device management ....38 Ergonomics ............9 Arms ............10 Card reader ........... 31 Back ............10 Memory Stick .......... 31 General ............
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Setting up the PC ..........9 Keyboard ............25 Software ............36 Getting to know Windows® 8 .... 36 LAN ..............17 Microsoft account ......... 37 Laser radiation ..........50 Windows® 8 - What’s New ....37 LiveID .............. 40 Windows activation ......36 Logging in to Windows ......