Opening and Closing the Display ..............29 7.2. Screen Resolution ....................29 7.3. Appearance and Customisation ..............30 7.4. Connecting an External Monitor ..............31 Data Input ....................33 8.1. Keyboard ........................33 AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Resetting the Notebook to its Factory Settings ........56 18.1. Running System Restore ..................56 UEFI Firmware Configuration ..............57 19.1. Executing the UEFI Firmware Configuration ..........57 AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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European EN 9241-307 Class II Standard ..........64 Energy Star® ....................66 Technical Data .................... 67 FCC Compliance Statement ............... 70 Legal Notice ....................72 Index ......................73 AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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All components are carefully selected with close attention to functionality, ease of use, safety and reliability. MEDION’s balanced hardware/software concepts allows us to offer you a state of the art Notebook that you can enjoy for work or at play.
PLEASE NOTE! Additional information on using the device. PLEASE NOTE! Please follow the guidelines in the operating instructions. WARNING! Warning: danger of electric shock! AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
(e.g. flour dust or sawdust). • Do not use the device in extreme environmental conditions. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Bluetooth Use is only permitted inside buildings in all EU countries due to the 5 GHz frequency band of the inbuilt Wireless LAN solution. Medion AG hereby declares that this product conforms to the following European requirements: • R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC •...
• Do not insert anything into the Notebook through the slots and openings. This could result in an electric shock or even ignite a fire which will damage your Notebook. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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• Over time, dust can collect inside the Notebook which then blotebook cleaned by your service department or a specialist at regular intervals. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
2.3. Do Not Repair 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 Help Desk. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987...
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). AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
The parallel line of vision should also be maintained in relation to artificial lighting equipment. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
• For extra safety, we recommend using an overvoltage protection device to prevent your Notebook from sustaining damage as a result of power surges or lightning strikes. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
This is generally the case for devices with a USB connection. In all cases, observe the relevant operating instructions. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
• Dust or grease on the touchpad can affect its sensitivity. Remove the dust or grease from the surface of the touch pad with a soft, dry and lint-free cloth. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Please also observe the information in “Charging the battery” to assess the charge status of your battery. • The battery is built-in and cannot simply be replaced by the user. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
The surfaces of the device are covered in protective film to prevent scratching during production and transport. Remove the film once the device has been set up properly and before you use it. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Warranty Certificate • Warranty Stickers DANGER! Keep packaging material such as plastic film away from children. There is a risk of suffocation if used improperly. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
This LED lights when CAPS-Lock has been activated. This sets the keyboard to capital letters. Num Lock This LED lights when NUM-Lock has been activated. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
You should therefore always remove the mains adapter plug from the socket when it is not connected to the Notebook. CAUTION! Use only the mains adapter and power cable supplied. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Notebook shutting down and starting up. For this reason, do not switch the Notebook off prematurely. This may adversely affect the installation. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
You can configure these to suit your requirements in the Control Panel under System and Security, Power Options. Note: your Notebook consumes more power when running certain applications, e.g. when playing a DVD. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Then click on Power Options. Select a power plan that meets your personal needs. The Power icon will present various and relative options. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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You will be able to save energy and extend the running time of your battery by deliberately activating functions. The ECO Function is switched on or off by means of the Fn + F4 key combination. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
The Windows ® 8 Control Panel, Appearence and Personalisation wizard allows you to adjust the display to the modes supported. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
The following settings options are available: − Set resolution − Set brightness − Calibrate colour − Change display settings − Display on second monitor − Customise ClearType text AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Under Project to a second screen choose from the following options: − PC screen only − Duplicate − Extend − Second screen only AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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The desktop will only be shown on main monitor 1. 7.4.4. Second Screen Only The desktop will only be shown on the second (external) monitor. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Switches the sound on or off. Volume down Fn + F11 Decreases the playback volume. Volume up Fn + F12 Increases the playback volume. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Swipe down or up used in most applications to scroll with two fingers up and down the screen without simultaneously having to move the cursor. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
These partitions cannot be deleted. Original equipment manufacturer/program versions purchased from the manufacturer which are usual- ly sold in conjunction with end devices AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
You will find all the (preinstalled) drivers required for your Notebook in this folder. D:\Tools Here you will find the utility programs for your Notebook. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
CDs), the preinstalled media player is used automatically. If you wish to remove a disc, press the eject button. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Because of this, it is essential to avoid, particularly in the case of unused blanks: • exposure to direct sunlight (UVA/UVB radiation) • scratches and damage • extreme temperatures AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
(active) speakers or headphones/headset, as well Headset Connection as for speech recording via an external recording device/headset. *Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
WLAN access points are frequently found in large offices, airports, train stations, universities or Internet cafés. They provide access to particular services and networks or to the Internet. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Do not operate the Bluetooth 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. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
To remove SD/MMC cards, first push these into the socket to release the safety catch. Now pull the card out of the slot and store it properly. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
To attach the security lock, wind the cable around a stationery object, e.g. a table leg. Plug the lock into the Kensington device and turn the key to lock it. Keep the key in a safe place. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
If you have not activated Windows® 8, not all functions will be available to you under PC settings. A watermark will also continue to be displayed at the bottom right on the traditional desktop. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
When you move the mouse pointer away from the thumbnail again, the full screen preview closes. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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PIN or an image code. To set up a PIN or image code, you must first have set up a password for Windows® 8. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Windows Live ID account, you can create and edit your Windows Live ID account at http://www.windowslive.com/. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the link. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
The app thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles. 17.7. Windows® 8 Desktop This image shows a symbolic representation of additional programs. (image similar) AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Tap on Pin to Start in the lower left corner of the display. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Tap on Uninstall at the bottom edge of the display. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Selecting multiple apps the desired app until the context menu appears on the lower edge. Now tap on other apps to select them. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner Shut down of the display, move the mouse down and click Settings. Now click Power and select Shut down. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display, move the mouse down and click Settings. Now click on Help. Choose the topic you are interested in. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
The factory settings will be restored and all user data under C:\USER will be backed up. PLEASE NOTE! Always perform any type of recovery using mains power. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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 firmware configuration. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Press the on/off switch. − The background lighting has been disabled using the Fn+F7 keyboard shortcut. Solution: Reactivate the background lighting by pressing any key. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
You can find current drivers on the Internet at the following address: http://www.medion.com Please use the service address for the country where the device was purchased. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
(the structure that you walk through) or the magnetic hand scanner (the manual device used by security personnel) as this may destroy your data, among other things. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Notebook. • If a repair must be carried out, please contact only our authorised service partners. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
• 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. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Consult your local authority to find out about collection centres for environmentally sound disposal of electrical and electronic scrap. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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.
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1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 854 1280 x 1024 1366 x 768 1400 x 1050 1600 x 900 1920 x 1080 AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy which aims to save costs and protect the environment through the provision of efficient products and procedures. MEDION® is delighted to be able to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR®-compliant labelling. ®...
In order to avoid an electric shock, do not open the housing. There are no components requiring maintenance. Only use inside buildings. Only for use with information technology equipment. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Dispose of used batteries in accordance with the information provided by the manufacturer. * depending on the notebook settings and user behaviour during operation AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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2 x USB 3.0 1 x VGA Port 1 x HDMI out 1 x LAN (RJ45) Audio Connections 1 x Audio combo (Microphone & Line out) AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Shielded interface cables, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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MEDION Australia Pty Ltd St. Leonards, NSW 2065 Australia MEDION Help Desk 1300 884 987 (Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30AM to 6:00PM EST) Email: australia@medion.com AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
You can also scan the QR code above and download the operating manual onto your mobile device via the service portal. AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
Kensington Security Lock .......44 Taskbar ............46 LiveID .............49 Technical data Logging in to Windows ......48 Environmental requirements ...69 Setting a PIN for Windows ....49 AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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Webcam ............20 Windows® 8 Desktop ........50 Windows® 8 Start Screen ....49, 50 Wireless LAN ..........41 Flight Mode ..........43 Requirements .........41 Working with apps ........51 AFTER SALES SUPPORT www.medion.com.au 1300 884 987 MODEL: MD 99499 • PRODUCT CODE: 92305 • 01/2015...
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MEDION Australia Pty Ltd St Leonards, NSW 2065 Australia Hotline: 1300 884 987 Opening hours: Mon - Fri 08:30AM to 06:00PM EST Internet www.medion.com.au E-mail Support australia@medion.com MSN 4005 2692...
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