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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 operating instructions ............3 1.1. Warning symbols and key words used in these operating instructions ....................... 3 1.2. Proper use ........................4 1.3. Declaration of conformity ..................4 1.4. Information on trademarks ................. 5 Safety information ..................5 2.1.
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Keyboard ....................23 8.1. The Alt, Alt Gr and Ctrl keys ................23 Hard drive ....................24 9.1. Important directories ..................24 9.2. Hot-swap mobile rack (optional) ..............25 9.3. Connecting an external hard drive (optional) ..........26 Optical drive (optional) ................27 10.1. Loading a disc ......................27 10.2.
1. About these operating instructions 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. If you sell the de- vice or give it away, please ensure that you also pass on these instruc- tions.
LAN solution, the device may only be used inside buildings in the EU.* Full declarations of conformity are available at www.medion.com/conformity. In order to meet this requirement, you should not use channel range 34 - 64 on your wireless LAN access point.
1.4. Information on trademarks MS DOS® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft®. Intel®, the Intel® logo, Intel Inside®, Intel Core®, Ultrabook™ and Core Inside® are trademarks of the Intel® Corporation in the USA and other countries. ® , the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are regis- tered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
2.2. Operating safety Read this section carefully and follow all instructions given. The instructions will help you to operate your PC reliably and help 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.
Switch the PC off immediately/do not switch the PC on and con- tact customer services if ... • the power cable or the attached plugs are burnt or damaged. Have faulty mains adapters/mains cables replaced only with original parts. These parts should not be repaired under any circum- stances! •...
3. Package contents Please check your purchase to ensure that all items are included. If anything is miss- ing, please contact us within 14 days of purchase. If you do contact us, please give your serial number. The following components are supplied with the PC you have purchased: •...
4. Setting up the PC Setting up your PC in the right way helps to ensure that your PC is comfortable to op- erate. 4.1. Installation location • Set up all components on a stable, level and vibration-free surface and only oper- ate them on a surface of this kind to prevent the PC from malfunctioning.
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PLEASE NOTE! Take regular breaks when working at your monitor to prevent tenseness and fatigue. Sitting for a long time without changing position can be uncomfortable. Correct posture is very important for minimising the risks of physical problems or damage. 50 - 60 cm 40 - 45°...
5. Connecting PLEASE NOTE! The devices listed are not necessarily supplied. You only need to connect up those components that you want to operate on your PC. If you do not have the described device, you can simply skip the relevant point and carry out these steps at a later point in time if required.
• Ensure that all connection cables are connected to their corresponding periph- eral device to avoid any interference radiation. Disconnect any cables that are not required. 5.2. Opening and closing the front cover (optional) Some connections are behind the front cover. This is very useful because you can quickly and conveniently make frequently used connections without turning around the PC.
5.6. Touchscreen (optional) Your PC comes with a touch-sensitive screen. To get the most out of it, it is impor- tant that you follow the advice below: 5.6.1. Operation • To avoid damaging the screen do not touch it with pointed or sharp objects.
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Image Command ` Move together two fingers on the Reduce touchscreen. ` Move apart two fingers on the Enlarge touchscreen. ` To display the all apps bar, swipe from the top edge of the screen down on the start screen. Swipe from the top ` Swipe from the top edge of the edge down...
5.7. Connecting USB devices (optional) PLEASE NOTE! Only connect your USB devices after initial set-up of your new PC. This will prevent unnecessary confusion during installation. These devices can normally be con- nected during operation. Please refer to the operating manual for your peripheral device.
5.9. Connecting the audio output / headphones / speaker boxes Connect active speaker boxes for playback or an audio connection cable for record- ing. Read the operating instructions for your stereo to find out which input you need to use (usually Line In or Aux). ` Connect the cable to the green socket on the back of your PC with the 3.5mm stereo jack.
5.10. Connect microphone (optional) ` Connect a microphone to the pink socket with a 3.5mm mono jack. ` Position the microphone so that it is not pointing directly at the speaker. This will prevent acoustic feedback that creates a loud whistling sound. 5.11.
5.14.1. Select illumination style ` 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. ` Press the control again to switch off the lighting. 5.14.2.
6. Starting up for the first time The operating system and all hardware drivers are pre-installed. You do not need to install any of the discs supplied. For some programs (e.g. telephone CDs or encyclopaedias), it may be necessary to insert the relevant disc to call up the data stored on it.
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Licence agreement Please read through the licence agreement carefully. It provides important legal in- formation about the use of your software product. To view the text in full, you must move the scroll bar downwards using the mouse until you reach the end of the doc- ument.
OC switch on the 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 cor- responding notification will appear. PLEASE NOTE!
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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 infor- mation 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.
9. Hard drive The hard drive is your main memory medium and combines high storage capacity with rapid data access. Your PC is supplied with an OEM version* of the Microsoft Windows® operating system which fully supports all of the PC’s performance features. We have configured your PC’s hard drive so that you will be able to work with it optimally without having to install any additional drivers yourself.
The second partition (D:\) is used for data backup and also contains drivers (D:\ Drivers) and utilities (D:\Tools) for your PC. PLEASE NOTE! Depending on the configuration of the computer, there may be other partitions with different drive designations. Therefore, it should be noted that the drive designation “D:\”...
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! The high speeds in the drive can cause defective media to break and damage your device. Damage caused by faulty media is not covered under warranty and repairs will be chargeable.
10.2. Playing/reading discs PLEASE NOTE! Some discs start automatically when they are inserted. This depends on the operating system and the corresponding settings. The optical drive on your PC is capable of playing audio CDs, DVD films or data discs. Once a disc has been loaded, a dialogue box opens containing various playback options.
10.3.1. Important information on high-resolution video formats (optional) Depending on the model, your system is supplied with a Blu-ray drive. The technology used in the Blu-ray drive supports high-resolution video formats. You can use your drive to play the following media: •...
11.1. Inserting a memory card PLEASE NOTE! Risk of damage! 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. When a card is inserted into a slot, it is allocated a free drive letter on the workstation (but only if it is a removable data medium).
13. Sound system The external audio connections can be configured so that you can connect a surround sound system. If you wish to change the default volume, click the loudspeaker icon in the taskbar. WARNING! Damage to hearing! Excessive volumes when using headphones or earphones, as well as changes to the default settings on the equaliser, driver, software or operating system, can generate excessive acoustic pressure that can cause...
15. Network operation 15.1. Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) Your PC is equipped with WLAN. The components (module, antenna) have already been integrated into your PC and activated. You can disable this function using the Windows® device manager if required. Wireless LAN enables you to establish a network connection to a corresponding remote station.
16. Settings 16.1. Reset PC to factory settings In the event of problems with installation or other software problems which make it necessary to reinstall the software, Windows® offers three options for reinstalling Windows® on your PC. First ensure that you have backed up all important data and programs. 16.1.1.
16.2. UEFI firmware setting The UEFI firmware setting (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. ATTENTION! Data loss! The PC has already been configured by the manufac-...
17. FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions 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. What is Windows activation? • You will find a relevant section in these operating instructions containing de- tailed information on this topic.
` Turn off the PC and check all cable connections. ` Do not swap around the cables for the various devices, even if they look exactly the same. The polarity of the various cables may be different. ` Once you have ensured that the power supply to the device is working correctly and all connections are intact, then switch the PC back on.
18.5. Driver support The system has been thoroughly and successfully tested with the installed drivers in our test laboratory. It is normal in the computer sector, however, for the drivers to need updating from time to time. This is because there may be compatibility problems with other components (pro- grams, devices) which have not yet been tested.
21.1. Notes for service technicians ` Before opening the housing, disconnect all power and connecting cables. If the PC is not disconnected from the power supply before being opened, there is a risk of fatal electric shock. There is also a risk that the components could be dam- aged.
22. Recycling and disposal If you have any questions about disposal, please contact your sales agent or our ser- vice centre. PACKAGING Your device has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. Packaging is raw material and can be re-used or added to the recycling system.
23. Information about the scope of delivery 23.1. 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 23.2. WiFi USB Model Manufacturer EW-7811GLN WiFi USB EW-7811UTC Acelink/Edimax EW-7611ULB 40 von 44...
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.
25. Index General ............10 Head ............10 Legs ............10 Cable connections ........11 Wrists ............10 Card reader ........... 29 External hard drive ........26 Memory Stick .......... 29 Memory Stick Pro ........29 Factory settings ........... 33 MMC ............
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CD-ROM ............ 27 DVD ............. 27 Overclocking ..........21 Power supply ..........18 Proper use ............4 PS/2 devices ..........15 Recycling ............39 Repairs ............37 Security Cable connections......... 11 Connection ..........11 Service technician ........38 Setting up the PC ..........9 Sound system ..........
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