Table of Contents About these Instructions ................5 1.1. Warning symbols and key words used in these instructions ....5 1.2. Proper Use ......................... 6 1.3. Declaration of Conformity ................... 6 Safety Instructions ..................7 2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics .........................
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Data Input ....................30 8.1. Keyboard ........................30 8.2. Touchpad .........................32 Hard Drive ....................33 9.1. Important Directories ..................33 Optical Drive ....................34 10.1. Inserting a Disc ......................34 10.2. Playing/Reading Discs ..................35 10.3. Regional playback information for DVDs .............35 10.4. Issues Relevant to the Burner ................36 Sound System.....................
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FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ............55 Customer Service ..................56 19.1. What To Do In Case of Hardware Problems ..........56 19.2. Faults and Possible Causes ................56 19.3. Do You Need More Help? ...................57 19.4. Driver Support .......................57 19.5. Transport ........................58 19.6.
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Personal Information Please append the following to your proof of ownership: Serial number ..........Date of purchase ..........Place of purchase ..........You will find the serial number on the underside of the Notebook. Where applicable, also copy the number on your warranty documents. Target Group This operating manual is intended to be read by both first-time and experienced users.
1. About these Instructions Before using the device for the first time, please read these operating instructions carefully, paying special attention to the safety notices. This device should only be used as designated and as described in these instructions. Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Always include these instructions if passing the device on.
Declaration of Conformity This device is supplied with the following wireless features: • Wireless LAN (optional) • Bluetooth (optional) Medion AG hereby declares that this product conforms to the following European requirements: • R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC • Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC •...
2. Safety Instructions 2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics • This device is not intended for use by people (including children) 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.
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• The Notebook is not intended for use by companies in the heavy industry sector. • To avoid damage from lightning strikes, do not operate the Notebook during thunderstorms. • Do not place any objects on top of the Notebook and do not exert pressure on the display.
Never Carry Out Repairs Yourself WARNING! Never try to open or repair the device yourself. There is a risk of electric shock. • If there is a fault, contact the Medion Service Center or other suitable specialist workshop. 2.4. Data Backup...
• Do not operate the Notebook or power adaptor for long periods on your lap or any other body part as the heat dissipation on the underside can result in uncomfortable overheating. • This device is not suitable for use with VDU workstations. 2.6.
contrast between the dark screen and the bright daylight can cause problems for the eyes to adjust and result in problems. The parallel line of vision should also be maintained in relation to arti- ficial lighting equipment. In other words, the same criteria and principles apply where the workspace is illuminated with artificial light.
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CAUTION! Only use this notebook and accompanying mains adapter with each other. WARNING! Listening to a device at high volumes for an extended period via headphones/earphones can damage your hearing. Excessive volume when using headphones or earphones can damage your hearing. Before pressing play, set the volume to the lowest setting.
• Do not exchange the supplied cable for another one. Use only the supplied cable as this cable has been extensively tested in our laboratory. • In addition, when connecting your peripherals only use the connecting cables supplied with those devices. •...
• Avoid dirt and contact with electrically conductive materials or chemical substances and cleaning agents. • Use only the supplied mains adaptor to charge the battery. Make sure (via the Notebook display or acoustic signal) that the battery is fully discharged before charging it again. •...
3. Included with your Notebook Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 7 days of purchase if any of the following components are missing: • Notebook • Li-Ion Battery • AC Adapter with Power Cord • OEM version of operating system •...
4.2. Front View Device Indicators 4.3. Left Side 15 15 10 15 11 13 12 14 Multimedia Card Reader Audio Out* / Digital Audio Out (S/P-DIF, optical) Microphone* Line In* Audio Out* USB Port 3.0 * Ports with dual function. Configuration is set with the included software 17 of 66...
4.4. Right Side 16 16 USB Port 2.0 Optical Drive 4.5. Rear Side 18 19 20 21 22 23 Kensington® Lock LAN Port (RJ-45) Mini-Display-Port Power Socket External monitor port VGA HDMI Connector 18 of 66...
4.6. Operating and Status LEDs The system displays power supply status and operating modes via LEDs. The operating lights also light up during Notebook activity. Bluetooth LED (optional) The Bluetooth function is activated. WLAN LED (optional) The WLAN function is activated. Battery LED Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various situations:...
Programmable P1/P2 key You will activate or deactivate the user-defined P1/P2 key with the following key combination. Read the following section to program the key „Programming the user-defined P1/P2 key . 5. First Use To operate your Notebook safety and ensure a long service life, you should read the “Operational safety”...
PLEASE NOTE! The initial installation may take a few minutes. Do not unplug the Notebook from the mains 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.
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6.2.1. Starting the Notebook Open up the display as described above and press the on/off switch. Follow the instructions on the screen. Step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process to be followed. The welcome procedure takes you through several screens and dialogues. ...
6.3. Battery Mode PLEASE NOTE! Please charge and discharge the new battery completely two or three times consecutively to ensure that it reaches its optimum performance! Batteries store electrical energy in their cells and then release it again as required. The service life and performance of your battery depends on careful handling.
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6.3.4. Discharging the Battery Operate the Notebook on battery power until it turns itself off due to low battery charge. PLEASE NOTE! Be sure to save your open files promptly to prevent any data loss. 6.3.5. Battery Performance The actual operating time varies depending on the configuration of the power- saving functions.
6.4. Power Management (Power Options) Your Notebook offers automatic and customisable power-saving and energy functions that can be used to optimise battery life and reduce the overall operating costs. 6.4.1. Power Management Settings Follow the instructions below to adjust the power management settings: ...
• Turn off the display after 5 minutes • Initiate Sleep after 10 minutes The notebok exits Sleep when the On/Off button /Sleep button is pressed. 6.5. ECO Function (optional) You will be able to save energy and extend the running time of your battery by deliberately activating functions.
7.3. Appearance and Customisation 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.
7.4. Connecting an External Monitor The Notebook has a VGA connection socket (22), a mini display port (20) as well as an HDMI port (23) for an external monitor. Shut down your Notebook correctly. Plug the external monitor’s signal cable into the VGA or mini display socket on the Notebook.
7.4.1. Duplicate This mode duplicates the Notebook display on the external monitor. PLEASE NOTE! In this mode the same screen resolution must be configured for both devices. 7.4.2. Extend In this mode, a blank desktop is displayed on the second (external) monitor. Windows on the first screen can be moved onto the second screen and vice versa.
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8.1.1. Notebook-Specific Keyboard Shortcuts Description Display Fn + F2 Switches the screen display between LCD, external display and duplicate display. Touchpad Fn + F3 Switches the touchpad on and off. Programmable P1/P2 key You will activate or deactivate the user-defined P1/P2 key with Fn + F4 the following key combination.
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8.2. Touchpad In normal mode, the cursor follows the direction specified by moving your fingers in the corresponding direction on the touchpad. ATTENTION! Do not use pens or other objects as this can damage your touchpad. The left and right mouse buttons are found in the lower section of the touchpad and can be used in the same way as those on a conventional mouse.
Image Command Function Swipe from the far right Opens the menu bar across the touchpad Swipe from the far left Scrolls through all open windows across the touchpad 9. Hard Drive The hard drive is your main memory medium and combines high storage capacity with rapid data access.
The C: drive root directory contains important files required for Windows® 8 startup. On delivery these files are hidden for security reasons. C:\Programs As the name suggests, software programs install the files required for running the application into this directory. C:\Windows The main Windows ®...
Insert the disc into the drawer with the label up and carefully press it down. The disc now lies flat in the drawer and audibly clicks onto the disc mount. Check that the disc can turn freely and then carefully slide the drawer back into the optical drive until it clicks into place.
DVD film versions can be published in multiple regions but CSS rules require that each CSS decoder system may only be used for one region. PLEASE NOTE! The region setting can be changed up to five times via the viewing software before the last setting becomes permanent.
11. Sound System 11.1. External Audio Connections Your Notebook has an integrated stereo speaker so you can always reproduce sound without additional devices. Using the external connections provides you with an ideal opportunity to connect your Notebook to external devices. Fn +←...
For sound reproduction via external Audio output stereo equipment such as loudspeakers (14) (active) or headphones. 11.2. Dolby® Home Theater® (optional) Enjoy a Rich Home Theater Surround Sound Experience. Dolby® Home Theater® places listeners in the middle of the action, giving their PCs a powerful set of tools to deliver a cinema-style experience in vivid surround sound.
CAUTION! Do not operate the WLAN function in locations (e.g.: hospitals, aeroplanes, etc.) where there is sensitive equipment. Do not switch the device unless you are sure it will cause no interference. 12.2.1. Requirements A so-called WLAN access point may be used as a remote station. A WLAN access point is a radio transmitting device that communicates with your Notebook and controls access to the connected network.
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). For Bluetooth high speed data transfer, WLAN must be enabled and the partner station must also support the high speed mode.
Card type Connection contacts SD (Secure Digital) pointing downwards MMC (MultiMediaCard) pointing downwards 13.1. Inserting a Memory Card PLEASE NOTE! The memory cards can only be inserted in one direction. Please observe the instructions in the section above. Slide the card in as far as it will go. 13.2.
16. Securing your Notebook Your new Notebook has software and hardware solutions for preventing unauthorised access. 16.1. Power-on Password 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.
17.2. Windows Activation To protect against software piracy, Microsoft has introduced product activation. The ® Windows 8 version installed on your Notebook and supplied with the Notebook ® must be activated to enable you to use of all Windows 8 functions. To do this, you require simply an Internet connection.
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® • You can obtain Apps from the Windows 8 Store. You can use these on any PC ® running Windows 8 that you log on to. ® If you wish to create a Microsoft account in Windows 8, proceed as follows: ...
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17.3.4. Improved Desktop ® Windows 8 simplifies working with windows on the desktop. You therefore have more intuitive options for opening and closing, changing sizes and rearranging. ® Windows 8 makes completing everyday tasks even simpler. The locking function (snaps) makes it easier to compare two open windows, for example. You do not need to manually adjust the size of the opened windows to make a comparison.
17.4. Overview ® The greatest innovation with Windows 8 is the Start screen. ® This key element replaces the Start menu in Windows Here you can run all the main programs and services. As with previous versions, operation is by inputting commands using the mouse or keyboard.
17.4.4. Setting Up an ImageCode 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 User item. Click Create a Picture password and follow the instructions. PLEASE NOTE! The image code login has been specially designed for touch screen devices.
17.6. Windows® 8 Start Screen Once the operating system is running, you will see the new Windows® 8 Start screen. (image similar) Information such as the following may be displayed here, for example: Windows Windows 8 apps are executable programs. ®...
17.7. Windows® 8 Desktop This image shows a symbolic representation of additional programs. (image similar) Information such as the following may be displayed here, for example: Classic desktop Desktop apps are applications that are displayed on a desktop apps with a program thumbnail. The app thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles.
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17.7.1. Working with Windows ® 8 and Cassic Apps Menu Instructions Click the desired app with the left mouse Opening an app button. Closing an app PLEASE NOTE! Not all apps need to be closed! Windows® 8 closes unused apps automatically.
Right-click on the Start screen. Uninstalling an app Click All Apps in the bottom right hand corner of the display. Right-click the desired app. Click Uninstall at the bottom edge of the display. PLEASE NOTE! Not all apps can be uninstalled. If the Uninstall option is not displayed, this app can not be uninstalled.
17.9. Windows 8 Power On/Off Functions ® ® The new Windows 8 allows you to restart your Notebook, 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 Notebook’s RAM is preserved while practically all other components of your Notebook are disabled or their power consumption reduced to a minimum.
17.11. Resetting the Notebook 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 ® reinstalling Windows 8 on your Notebook. First ensure that you have backed up all important data and programs.
Click Next and follow the on screen instructions to restore the factory settings. 17.12. UEFI fi rmware confi guration The UEFI firmware configuration (basic hardware configuration of your system) provides you with a number of options for the configuration and operation of your notebook.
18. 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 Notebook? − The drivers can be found in the second hard drive partition in the Drivers and Tools folders.
19. Customer Service 19.1. What To Do In Case of Hardware Problems Malfunctions can sometimes have quite trivial causes, but they may also be the result of defective components. We have included a brief troubleshooting guide below which may help to solve any problems. If these tips don’t do the trick, then we’ll be more than pleased to assist you.
You’ve checked through the suggestions in the previous section and you’re still having problems with your device? Then call our hotline or contact us at www. medion.de/service. We’ll be glad to help you. Before contacting your technology centre, however, prepare the following information: •...
19.5. Transport Please note the following information if you wish to transport the Notebook: Switch the Notebook off. This ensures that the hard drive heads are automatically moved to a safe area to avoid damage. Remove any inserted DVDs/CDs. ...
20. Upgrading/Modifying and Repair • Upgrades and modifications to your Notebook should only be carried out by qualified specialists. If you do not have the necessary qualifications, have the work carried out by a qualified service technician. Please contact your customer service department if you have technical problems with your Notebook.
• Repairs to the optical drive should only be carried out by the manufacturer. • Do not look directly into the laser beam, even when using optical instruments. • Do not expose the laser beam. Avoid exposing your eyes or skin to the laser beam –...
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 ISO 9241-307, Class II; which has been briefly summarised below.
EN 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 22.1. 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.
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.
24. Index Logging in to Windows ......46 Setting a PIN for Windows ....46 Battery Mode ..........24 Setting Up an Image Code for Charging the Battery ......24 Windows ..........47 Discharging the Battery ...... 25 Setting Up a Password for Inserting the Battery ......
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Transport ............58 Upgrades/Modifications ......59 Information on laser radiation ..59 Notes for service technicians .... 59 Views ............... 16 Windows® 8 Desktop ......... 48 Windows® 8 Start Screen ......47 Wireless LAN ..........38 Flight Mode ..........40 Requirements ..........
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