Table of Content About these Instructions ................4 1.1. Explanation of Symbols ..................4 1.2. Proper Use........................ 5 Declaration of Conformity ................6 2.1. Information on WLAN ..................7 Information on trademarks ................ 7 Safety Instructions ..................8 4.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics........................
1. About these Instructions Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using it. Read the safety instructions carefully before using the device for the first time. Note the warnings on the device and in the operating instructions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand.
Please follow the guidelines in the operating instructions. • Bullet point/information on operating steps and results Tasks to be performed Declaration of conformity (see section ‘Declaration of conformity’): Products that feature this symbol meet the requirements of the EC directives. Indoor use Devices with this symbol are only suitable for use indoors.
2. Declaration of Conformity MEDION AG hereby declares that this product conforms with the essential requirements and the remaining relevant regulations: • RE Directive 2014/53/EU • Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC • RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU Full declarations of conformity are available at www.medion.com/conformity.
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4. Safety Instructions 4.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics This device may be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or by those without experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the device and understand the ensuing dangers.
4.2. Operational Safety Please read this section carefully and follow all instructions given. The instructions will help you to operate the notebook reliably and increase its service life. Liquids penetrating the device may impair the electrical safety of the product. ` Avoid exposing the device to water droplets or spray and do not place anything containing water, e.g.
Should the below occur, switch the device off immediately/ do not switch the device on, disconnect the mains plug and contact customer services if: • unusual noises can be heard coming from the mains adapter or the notebook, or you notice smoke rising from the notebook or mains adapter.
4.4. Setup Location • The notebook may only be used indoors (due to the use of 5 GHz Wi-Fi technology). • Do not use the device in areas where there is a risk of explosion such as tank farms, fuel storage depots or areas in which solvents are processed. It is also not permitted to use this device in those areas where the air is polluted with fine particles (e.g.
4.5. Environmental Requirements • The notebook is most reliably operated at an ambient temperature between 5 °C (+41 °F) and 30 °C (+86 °F) and at a relative humidity between 20% and 80% (without condensation). • When powered off, the notebook can be stored at temperatures between 0 °C and 60 °C (+32 °F and 140 °F).
4.6. Power Supply CAUTION! Risk of electrical shock! There are live components inside this AC adapter. In the event of an unintentional short circuit of this AC adapter, there is a risk of electrical shock or fire! ` Do not open the housing of the AC adapter. ` Do not cover the mains adapter.
NOTICE! Risk of damage! Unsuitable mains adapters may cause damage to the product. ` Only use the mains adapter supplied in order to charge the device. 4.7. Notes on the Battery To extend your battery’s performance and lifespan and ensure safe operation, you should also observe the guidelines below: •...
• Please note that only shielded cables that are shorter than 3 metres may be connected to the external interfaces of this notebook. • Do not exchange the supplied cable for another one. Use only the supplied cable as this cable has been extensively tested in our laboratory.
4.10. Protecting the Display The display is the most sensitive component part of the device as it consists of thin glass. The display can break if subjected to too much stress. • Do not allow any objects to drop onto the display. •...
4.12. Ergonomics Avoid dazzle, reflections and a light-dark contrast that is too strong in order to protect your eyes. The notebook should never be placed next to a window because this is the brightest part of the room in daylight. This brightness can make it more difficult for the eyes to adjust to the darker display.
In general – change your position frequently (around every 20-30 minutes) and • take regular breaks to avoid tiredness. Back – when sitting at your workstation, your back must be supported by your • chair’s backrest, which must be upright or angled slightly back. Arms –...
6. Included with your Notebook ` Check your purchase to ensure all items are included and contact us within 14 days of purchase if anything is missing. ` If there is any damage, please also contact our Service Department. Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 7 days of purchase if any of the following components are missing: •...
Operating and Status LEDs LED AC adapter With a charge level of 0 - 94%, this LED lights red. At a charge level of 95%, the LED lights up green. Power Socket USB Port 3.1 (type A) miniHDMI Connector USB 3.1 Port (type C) with DisplayPort Function (only with appropriate adapter, not supplied) Audio combo (mic in &...
9. Power Supply 9.1. On/Off Switch ` Open the notebook and hold the on/off switch down briefly to switch the notebook on or off. If it is no longer possible to switch off the notebook via the software, keep the On/Off switch pressed down for about 10 seconds. Do not switch your notebook off while the HDD/SSD is being accessed.
NOTICE! Loss of data! The initial installation may take a few minutes. Do not unplug the notebook from the power source or switch it off during the initial installation. This may adversely affect the installation. ` Do not switch off the notebook until after the installation has been completed successfully and the startup screen appears.
11. AC Power Your notebook comes with a universal AC power supply for alternating current which automatically adapts to the available power source. The following values are supported: AC 100 – 240 V~ 50/60 Hz. Observe the safety information concerning the power supply. The adapter supplies the notebook with power and also charges the battery.
Click the Windows start button. Settings menu option. Select the In the Settings, select Time & language, speech, region, date. Under Related settings, select Additional date, time & regional settings. Select Language > Add a language. Next to the language that has been newly installed, click Options and click Make this the primary language.
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13.1.1. Transport mode The laptop is in secure transport mode after being unpacked; this prevents accidental switching on and discharging the battery. ` Before switching on for the first time, you must connect the supplied mains unit and wait around 8 seconds before activating the on/off switch. If the laptop is not switched on and the battery charging status is below 30% for more than 14 days, it is set to transport mode to protect the battery from fully discharging.
14. Power Management (Power Options) Your notebook offers automatic and user selectable power-saving and energy functions that can be used to optimize battery life and reduce the overall operating costs. If you need help with the power management of your notebook, press the F1 key for Windows Help.
15. Display 15.1. Opening and Closing the Display The special design of the display hinges keeps the display closed without the need for an additional catch. ` To open the notebook, fold the display up to the desired position using your thumb and forefinger.
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16.1.1. Specific Keyboard Shortcuts Short Description Cuts Mute Fn + F1 Switches the sound on or off. Volume down Fn + F2 Decreases the playback volume. Volume up Fn + F3 Increases the playback volume. Playback / pause function Fn + F4 for certain application programs.
16.2. Touchpad NOTICE! Risk of damage! If unsuitable objects are used to control the device, this could permanently damage the touchpad. Do not use any sharp objects (e.g. a pen). 17. Sound System Your notebook comes with a high-definition audio system with 2 speakers (Dolby). Personal settings can be configured via the Dolby menu.
18. Network Operation 18.1. Wi-Fi (Wireless Network) This function enables you to establish a network connection to a corresponding remote station. Please read about the necessary requirements. The Wi-Fi function is enabled and disabled via the Windows ® menu and is activated by default. Do not operate the Wi-Fi function in locations (e.g.: hospitals, airplanes, etc.) where there is sensitive equipment.
The Bluetooth wireless technology data transfer speed can vary depending on the device or environmental factors. Data can be transferred through walls, jacket pockets and briefcases using a Bluetooth device. The transfer between Bluetooth devices occurs at the high frequency of 2.4 Gigahertz (GHz). Do not operate the Bluetooth function in locations (e.g.: hospitals, aeroplanes, etc.) where there is sensitive equipment.
20. USB Port The universal serial bus is a standard for connecting input devices, scanners and other peripherals. The USB 3.1 ports are fully backwards compatible. Due to the arrangement of the contacts, the plug will only fit into the socket in one position (exception USB type C).
21.2. Inserting the Flash Memory Expansion Module Proceed as follows: ` Switch off the notebook by shutting it down properly. ` Turn the notebook over and lay it down on a stable and even surface to prevent the notebook from falling. ` Remove the marked screw on the underside of the notebook and remove the cover from the flash memory expansion module.
22. Securing Your Notebook 22.1. Password Setting (Power-on) You can protect your notebook against unauthorised use with a power-on password. On switching on the notebook, a password prompt will appear on the screen. The password is set up in the UEFI configuraton. NOTICE! Risk of damage! Please note that changes should only be carried out...
` Once all of the fingerprints have been read, click/tap on the Close button in the pop-up window to conclude the process. 22.2.2. Removing the fingerprints ` Open the Start menu and click/tap on Settings -> Accounts -> Sign-in options. ` Click/tap on the Remove button under the heading Fingerprint in the section Windows Hello.
23.1.2. How to Reset your Notebook ` Open the start menu. ` Select the Settings app from the list. ` Tap or click on Update & Security. ` Tap or click on the menu option Recovery. ` Tap or click on Get started. ` A dialogue box will now open, select the recovery option Remove everything to completely reinstall Windows.
24.1. Executing the UEFI Configuration You can only run the configuration program upon system startup. If the notebook has already started up, switch it off and restart it. ` Press the F2 key to run the UEFI configuration. 25. FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions How do I activate Windows ®...
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The touchpad is not working. ` To activate the touchpad, press the Fn+F11 keyboard shortcut. Apps (e.g. the weather app) cannot be displayed as live tiles. ` Check the date, time zone and time. Problem recognising an additional hard drive If you add an additional hard drive to your device, the drive may not be immediately visible under Windows.
So-called optional driver updates can be loaded and installed via the Windows Update function. The current drivers are available on our homepage at http://www.medion.com. Please use the service address for the country where the device was purchased.
26.5. Transport Please note the following information if you wish to transport the Notebook: ` Switch the notebook off. ` After transporting the notebook, wait until the appliance has reached room temperature before switching it on. Large changes in temperature or fluctuations in humidity can cause moisture build-up within the notebook due to condensation.
` Under no circumstances must liquds penetrate inside the device as this may cause damage. ` Do not expose the screen to strong sunlight or ultraviolet light. NOTICE! Risk of damage! To avoid damaging the device, never allow the plug contacts to come into contact with water.
` Now confirm the following warning with Enter and unplug the laptop from the mains. The laptop closes down and is now in transport mode. Read more about this in the „13.1.1. Transport Mode“ Chapter on page 26 . 27. Upgrading/Modifying and Repair Upgrades and modifications to your notebook should only be carried out by qualified specialists.
However, these approaches were mostly very complicated and varied from one manufacturer to the next. When handling warranty issues for all of its display products, MEDION therefore adheres to the strict and transparent requirements of the standard EN ISO 9241-307, Class II; which has been briefly summarised below.
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EN ISO 9241-307, error class II Cluster Cluster Resolution Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 1, type 2 Type 3 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 854 1280 x 1024 1366 x 768 1400 x 1050 1600 x 900 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1200...
In our Service Community, you can meet other users, as well as our staff, and you can exchange your experiences and pass on your knowledge there. You will find our Service Community at http://community.medion.com. • Alternatively, use our contact form at www.medion.com/contact.
These operating instructions are protected by copyright. Mechanical, electronic and any other forms of reproduction are prohibited without the written permission of the manufacturer. Copyright is owned by the distributing company: MEDION AG Am Zehnthof 77 45307 Essen Germany Please note that you cannot use the address above for returns. Please always con-...
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