Contents 1. 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 ....................................... 4 2. Safety instructions .................................. 5 2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery ..................5 2.2.
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15. USB connection (optional) ..............................20 16. The TV card (optional) .................................20 17. Networking ..................................20 17.1. What is a network? .......................................20 17.2. Wireless LAN (wireless network) ..................................21 18. Software ....................................21 ® 18.1. Getting to know Windows 8 .....................................21 18.2. indows activation ........................................21 18.3.
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Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. This operating manual is protected by copyright. MEDION® is the owner of this copyright. Trademarks: ® MS-DOS® and Windows® are registered trademarks of the Microsoft corporation.
EU countries. When using the device in other countries, please find out about the rele- vant legal regulations. Medion AG hereby declares that this device conforms to the fundamental requirements and the remaining relevant regula- tions of the 1999/5/EC R&TTE Directive.
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 Centre or other suitable specialist workshop. 2.4. Da ta backup ATTENTION! Back up your data to external storage media before each update.
P ackage contents Please check your purchase to ensure that all items are included. If anything is missing, please contact us within 14 days of purchase. Note down the serial numbers here. The PC you have purchased includes the following components: •...
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Sitting for long periods without changing your position can be uncomfortable. To minimise the risks of physical discomfort or damage, correct posture is paramount. • General – Alter your position frequently (every 20–30 minutes) and take frequent breaks to avoid fatigue. •...
Connecting For better orientation, please open out the left-hand inside cover page to fully display the diagrams showing the positions of the connections described. PLEASE NOTE! The devices listed are not necessarily supplied! The connections listed are optional and are not necessarily present on your PC.
5.4. Connecting SATA devices (optional) eSATA stands for “external Serial ATA” and is a connection for external hard drives. Compared with the conventional USB standard, the transfer speed with an eSATA connection is higher than with external USB hard drives. PLEASE NOTE! In order to prevent damage to the contacts, make sure that the plug and the socket fit together perfectly.
If your computer has an OC switch on its front cover, you simply need to press the switch in order to overclock the processor (the switch should click into position). Restart your computer for the change to take effect. If you have launched the MEDION® ERAZER® Control Center, a corre- sponding notification will appear on the screen.
5.7. Connecting a monitor (optional) Your PC is equipped with a VGA and/or a DVI connection. PLEASE NOTE! If your monitor has multiple inputs (e.g. VGA and DVI), only ever connect one data cable at a time (to prevent signal mapping problems).
5.12. Connecting IEEE 1394 (FireWire) devices (optional) ATTENTION! Do not connect your IEEE 1394 devices until you have finished the initial setup of your new PC. This will prevent any un- necessary interference during the installation. These devices can generally be connected while the PC is running. Please refer to the operating manual for your peripheral device.
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.
The mouse In addition to the two buttons, the mouse also has a wheel. Turn or press the wheel to scroll through documents or Internet pages. PLEASE NOTE! The wheel can also be used as a button. The assignment depends on the application in question. In Word, for exam- ple, the cursor changes shape and the screen display scrolls up or down in the appropriate direction when the mouse is moved.
The 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 supports all of the PC’s perfor- mance features.
9.3. Connecting an external hard drive (optional) Your PC has a slot which allows you to connect the MEDION HDDrive2Go super speed external hard drive quickly and easily via the USB 3.0 port. As with a USB memory stick, the connection can be made while the operating system is running. The hard drive is then auto- matically detected as removable storage and is assigned a drive letter.
The optical drive (optional) 10.1. Load disc ATTENTION! Do not use scratched, broken, dirty or poor quality discs. Do not stick protective film or other adhesive labels to the discs. The high speeds in the drive can cause these to break destroying your data and damaging your device. Inspect discs carefully before inserting them.
10.3.1. Important information about high-resolution video formats (optional) Depending on the model, your system may come with a Blu-ray drive. The Blu-ray drive uses a technology that supports high-resolution video formats. You can still play the following media using your drive: •...
The graphics system (optional) 12.1. Appearance and customisation This program gives you the option of customising the appearance on your monitor. This includes the background image, the screensaver and other settings for your monitor and your graphics card. The program can be started as follows: •...
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) (optional) The IEEE 1394 connection, also known as iLink® or FireWire, is a serial bus standard for the rapid transfer of digital TV/video, PC and audio data. 14.1. Possible uses for IEEE 1394 • Connection of digital entertainment devices, such as: set top boxes, digital video recorders and camcorders, digital versa- tile discs (DVDs), televisions, etc.
17.2. Wireless LAN (wireless network) Your PC is equipped with WLAN. The components (module, aerials) are already built into your PC and enabled. 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. 17.2.1.
18.3. Windows® 8 – What’s New 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 communicate with friends and log into your favourite web sites, howev- er.
HomeGroup 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. Linking a user account to a LiveID You can link your user account to a LiveID. This enables you to log in to any computer or mobile device connected to the Inter- net using your LiveID. Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display, move the mouse down and click Settings.
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® 18.5.1. 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 apps are applications that are displayed on a desktop with a program thumbnail. The app desktop thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles.
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18.5.2. Working with Windows® 8 and classic apps Menu Instructions Click the desired app with the left mouse button. Opening an app Closing an app PLEASE NOTE! Not all apps need to be closed! Windows closes unused apps automatically. ...
Control Panel The Control Panel allows you to customise the Start interface. Move the mouse pointer to the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Settings. Next, click Change PC settings. Menu Instructions Activate Windows by telephone or over the Internet. Activate Windows ...
19.1. Control panel settings You can change Windows® 8 settings using the control panel. These settings control virtually everything about how Windows® 8 appears and functions and enable you to customise Windows® 8 to meet your requirements. When the control panel is run for the first time, some of the most frequently used control panel elements are displayed grouped together by category.
19.3.1. Running the Bios setup You can only run the configuration program upon system startup. If the PC has already been started, shut down Windows® and restart it. Before the PC reboots, press the “Del” key and hold it down until the message “Entering Setup” appears. 19.4.
® 19.6. Windows 8 – Help and support Here you will find a comprehensive collection of instructions, help sections and troubleshooting suggestions. This help covers the entire spectrum of the Windows operating system. It is recommended for both beginners and experts. The information is subdivided into topics and can be printed out or book- marked.
This is because there may be compatibility problems with other components (programs, devices) which have not yet been tested. You can find current drivers on the Internet at the following address: www.medion.com. 21.6. Transport Please observe the following when transporting your PC: •...
21.7. Cleaning and care By observing the following instructions, you can extend the operating life of your PC: ATTENTION! None of the parts inside the housing require cleaning or maintenance. • Always unplug the device and disconnect all cables before cleaning. Clean the PC with a damp, lint-free cloth. •...
Recycling and disposal If you have any questions about disposal, please contact your sales agent or our service 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. Device At the end of its life, the device should not be disposed of in household rubbish.
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Jump lists ..............................................22 Laser radiation ............................................32 Logging in to Windows ........................................23 Linking a user account to a LiveID ....................................24 Setting a PIN for Windows ......................................23 Setting up an image code for Windows..................................23 Setting up a password for Windows ..................................23 Maintenance ............................................
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Windows® 8 desktop ........................................... 25 Desktop apps ............................................25 Windows® 8 Start screen ........................................24 Windows® 8 app ..........................................24 Wireless LAN ............................................21 Working posture Arms ................................................. 7 Back ................................................. 7 General ..............................................7 Head................................................. 7 Legs ................................................. 7 Wrists ...............................................