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1. isi sesse see ee ee ee ke ee ee 28 Charging the BatteFY iis ie ee ee ke ke eke eke Re ee 29 Discharging the battery iseer see ee ER ee ke ee ee 29 Battery Performance se sees 30 Power Management sees eek RR RR RE ER RR RR RR RR RR Re ee 31 Sleep Mode O do EE 31 Hibernate Mode O I3 EE 31 IBS Em 32 Opening and Closing the Display Re 32 Screen ResolutiON se esse ee ee Re nana Re nennen 33 Connecting an External Monitor siese sees ke ke eke ee 34 Duplicating the DesktOp iese ese eke ee ee Re 34 Extending the Desktop issie ees se ek ee Re ee ee ee 35 Connecting a TV oisi es EE eins EE Ee ee expo ERGE SE XE E 36 Data ande EE tt hte dnm e n Km RENTRER 37 The Keyboard is rnit ARA EE WEE KA Es ER 37 Notebook specific key combinations 37 The Touchpad sesse ses ee ee Ee RR Re Ee RE Ee RE Re EE ee 38 The Hard drive ses ese esse eek bee ee ee nennen nennen nn 39 Important Directories ee se ee ee ee ee ee ee ee ee 40 The Optical DriVe iss ses see ee Re ER ER ee Ee Re Re Re ee nne 41 Loading a Disc ie ei ee ee eek RR ee eee teeta ee em 41 Emergency Ejection of a blocked Disc 43 Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs 43 Regional Playback Information for DVD 44 Subjects Concerning the CD DVD Rewriter 45 Recordable Rewriteable Discs
2. 19 i gt Control Panel System and Maintenance Welcome Center y 43 Search El D Show more details 1 Get started with Windows 14 A View computer details A Transfer files and settings R Add new users URS Windows Anytime Upgrade o Connect to the Internet a What s new in Windows Vista Show all 14 items m 2 Offers from Microsoft 7 Bw Go online to learn about gt Go online to find it fast with Go online to help protect AS Windows Live Windows Live your PC with Windows Live Go online to Windows Go online to connect and Go online to find more ways Marketplace share with Windows Live to help protect your PC Show all 7 items Y Run at startup Welcome Center can be found in Control Panel System and Maintenance It is the aim of this feature to enable both beginners and experi enced users to make additional setting for the optimal use of Win dows Vista after first bringing the Notebook into operation The Welcome Center has been subdivided into many small groups of subjects so that the user will have the possibility of adjusting the content optimally to his or her knowledge There are some of the links in the following e View computer details Find information about you computer the type of your gra phics card and the Windows Vista version here e Transfer files and settings Transfer data and settings of your old PC with this e Add new users Administrate and open
3. ussss 45 The Sound Card is ses sek ke N RR RR ee nennen nennen 46 External Audio Ports sesse ese see ee ee ee ee Re ee ee ee 47 Model ita opio 49 Modem POr drania ee ee eee eee eee eee emen 50 The NetWork ER OE EE EE ES 51 What is a network see ee eee Re RA Ee RE mmm 51 Ethernet Network esse see eek ee ee ek Re Re ee Ee ee Re 51 Wireless LAN se se ke RE EER AR RR RR ER RR ER kk Ee he Ee ee 52 The Express Connection ie ie ee ee Ee ee RE Ee RE Re EE 54 Installing Express Card sis ese ese ee eek ke ke eek ee ee ee 54 Removing Express Card iis ese ese ee eed ee ke ke ee 54 Universal Serial Bus USB Port eise ese ee ese ee ee eke ee 55 Securing the NotebOOk isi iss ee eek eek Re RR ee RA RR ke ke ee 56 Startup Password inci ccc see Ee KEER REK hh n ER SE a 56 Using a safety lock esses 56 SOFtWaEe ASA SE cuban ED fret sa a a hte ias 57 Getting to Know Windows Vista eseessssee 57 Windows Vista Quickstartguide 57 Windows Vista Help and Support 57 Windows Vista Welcome Center 58 Windows Vista User Account Control 59 Installation of Software se se ses ee Ee RR nn 60 Software UninstallatioN ese es es ek Ee RR ER ee Ee 61 Windows ActivatiON esse esse es se eke ee ee ee ee mmn 62 Product activation on your PC ses ese esse eke ee e
4. 30 Connectors External monitor 34 Modem ees se se ke ee Ee 49 RARR N 36 USB oos ESE ER scent EE ee bee 55 Control panel 22 A am SE iN oe ii Correction ese ae ea ee ee 72 D Data and system security 69 Data security 4 69 Directories ener 40 DISC DFIVE esse se ke ER RENE EER Ke 41 Discharging the battery 29 Display Opening and closing 32 Screen resolution 33 Driver Support 76 DVD Drive iese rre 41 E Electromagnetic Compatibility 85 EMG Ane RE ico 85 Emergency Ejection of a blocked DISC ascii das 43 Extended desktop 35 External monitor 34 F FAQ C 67 Fast Ethernet Network 51 FCC Compliance Statement 88 Finding files sss 39 First Aid ss ESE EE GEES eg 65 Frequently asked questions 67 G Getting started 18 Switching on the notebook 19 H Hard drive sussss 39 Partitions ssssss 39 Helpies ee EER EE rire 57 I ICONS x ER weed restos 22 Indicators ACCESS EE EE E fopra 17 Battery maige eee eke ek Re Re 17 Capital Lock 17 Num LOCK ee ee ee see ee 17 Components Handling Safety Aid 2 U o a a lt OperatiNg ese ese ee ke ee 17 Wireless LAN 17 ISO 13406 2 Class II 85 K
5. Boot from CD ROM 4 Follow the instructions on the screen The Notebook will restart and will return to the state at delivery Safety Handling u c D c O a E o O Appendix N LY Troubleshooting Localize the Cause Errors can have simple causes but sometimes they are caused by faulty equipment We would like to give you some tips to help solve common problems Should these instructions not lead to success please feel free to contact us Check Cables and Connections Visibly check all cables and connections Should all lights be off check whether all equipment is supplied with power e In battery mode connect the notebook to the power adapter and ensure that the battery is charged up e If you are operating the notebook with the power adapter check the electrical socket power cord and all switches in the circuit of the electrical socket e Switch off the notebook and check all cable connections Check the connections to peripherals Do not exchange ca bles even though they may look similar The polarity in the cables may be different When it is confirmed that the note book has power and all connections are correct turn the notebook on again Errors And Possible Causes The display is blank e Confirm that the system is not in stand by mode Press any key on the keyboard to test this The notebook switches off during operation e The rechargeable battery could be empty Connect the note
6. book by means of the mains adapter and charge the re chargeable battery The notebook cannot be switched on e Operate the notebook by means of the rechargeable battery and check that it has been correctly inserted and charged Wrong Date and Time e Double click the clock on the taskbar and correct the date and time No data can be accessed from the optical Drive e Check whether the CD is inserted correctly e Is the CD ROM displayed in Windows Explorer If so test another CD The WLAN connection does not function e Click the corresponding icon in the Task Strip and select the option in the Menu that appears in order to activate the WLAN connection Handling Safety Uu c D C o a E e O Appendix N UI Additional Support If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your prob lem please contact customer care and we will attempt to help you solve the problem Before you call however please have the fol lowing information available e How is your computer configured e What additional peripherals do you use e What messages if any appear on your screen e What software were you using when the error occurred e What steps have you already undertaken to solve the prob lem e Have you upgraded or removed drivers or hardware e Can you manually repeat the problem e If you have been given a customer number previously please have this available Driver Support This not
7. Learn how to conserve power More power options Windows Mobility Center y RC 9 10 37 AM Note If you ignore the warning signal when the battery level is low your notebook goes into suspend mode Warning Never remove the battery while the notebook is switched on or if the notebook has not yet gone into suspend mode as this may lead to loss of data Power Management Your notebook offers automatic and modifiable power saving func tions that you can use to maximize battery life and reduce overall operating costs The power saving modes are known as sleep mode and hibernate mode Sleep Mode gt mua When in sleep mode the contents of the RAM of your notebook are preserved while practically all other components of your note book are shut down reducing your power consumption to a mini mum By pressing any key on the keypad you can bring your notebook back to the fully operational state You will restart at precisely the line in which you were working prior to the interrup tion The computer takes less time to go into and come out of sleep mode but uses more power than hibernate mode Hibernate Mode gt a The hibernate mode is an alternative to a complete shutdown of the notebook In this mode all data from RAM system and graphic data are copied to the hard disk as a file As soon as the data has been safely saved the notebook powers down When the notebook is switched on again this file is written
8. Should the devices need more power than this it will be necessary to provide a powered hub The data transfer speed is 1 5 Mbit s or 12 Mbit s depending on the device connected USB 2 0 can achieve up to 480 Mbit s Note Some USB devices require that you reinstall software drivers when you connect the device to a different USB port than the one originally used This can be avoided by always using the device with the same USB port Safety Handling a d 9 O a E 6 is Aid Appendix UI Ui Securing the Notebook Startup Password You can protect your notebook against unauthorized use with a switching on password Then an invitation to enter the password will appear on the screen when the notebook is switched on The password will be set up in BIOS Warning Keep your password in a safe place You will not have any possibility of deleting your password if you forget it Contact your Customer Service in that case You can also use the security options of Windows Vista in order to protect your data against unauthorized access You will find fur ther information in the chapter Data and System Security starting on page 69 Using a safety lock You can prevent theft by using a so called Kensington lock which can be bought at your local retailer The cable wraps around an object and the T shaped end inserts into the Kensington lock port and a key or combination dial is used
9. The Keyboard By dual assignment of certain keys you have the same range of functions available to you as with a normal Windows keyboard Some functions are input using the Fn key which is normal on notebook computers Notebook specific key combinations Combination Description JE Wireless LAN Switch Optional Press this key combination Fn F1 to power on and power off the Wireless LAN module Safety Handling EJ Volume Decreasing Press this key combination Fn F3 to decrease volume aja Volume Increasing Press this key combination Fn F4 to increase volume a sl 0 6 a E 6 is F5 Display Switch Press this key combination Fn F5 to switch between LCD only CRT only and LCD CRT si multaneously Aid F6 vit Brightness Decreasing Press this key combination Fn F6 to decrease brightness of LCD display F7 AXE Brightness Increasing Press this key combination Fn F7 to increase brightness of LCD display F10 Mute Switch Press this key combination Fn F10 to switch off and to switch on the sound Appendix CJ N g aj Backlight Switch Switches the backlight off to save power Press ing any key switches the backlight on again g Fo Standby Switch Power saving functions This key combination is set to Hibernate by default To adjust this key to your own needs go to P
10. we will take back your used CMOS lithium battery e KEEP CHILDREN AWAY from batteries If by any chance the batteries are swallowed consult a doctor immediately e DO NOT CHARGE batteries except rechargeable batteries Safety Handling u c D c e E O O Appendix DO NOT FORCIBLY DISCHARGE batteries DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT batteries DO NOT HEAT or DISPOSE OFF IN FIRE DO NOT DISASSEMBLE or DEFORM batteries Your hands and fingers may be injured or the liquid of the battery may get into your eyes or adhere to your skin If this happens rinse with a large quantity of water immediately and consult a doctor DO NOT expose batteries to strong impact by dropping or throwing the batteries DO NOT reverse the positive and negative termi nals to avoid short circuit Do NOT MIX used and new or different types of batteries together Your equipment may not operate properly In addition the battery exhausted first may be excessively drained over discharged REMOVE PROMPTLY the used batteries from the device REPLACE ALL BATTERIES with new batteries of the same type at the same time INSULATE THE TERMINAL parts with tape or the like at the storage or disposal of the batteries DO NOT throw rundown batteries in the domestic refuses Respect the environment and throw them in the specific containers for separate collection If necessary turn to your reseller or to our service assistance Thank yo
11. 78 Troubleshooting 74 Errors and possible causes 75 Turn off computer 22 U Universal Serial Bus 55 Upgrades and repairs 81 USB iste datae eue dede eene 55 Using a safety lock 56 V Views Audio OUF eek ek ee ek 15 Headphone connection 15 TV out port S video 16 Device indicators 14 Display catch 15 DM 15 Kensington lock 16 Keyboard ssesss 14 LAN POM eraa ea see ee ee ek RR ee 15 Microphone in 14 15 Modem port 15 Optical drive 15 PCI Express port 15 Power ON OFF 14 Power socket 16 TFT Display 14 Touchpad ssss 14 USBEPOFE issues Es SE Mee De 15 16 Ww Warranty oo esse eke RR RR RR an 89 Windows Desktop 21 Windows Update 70 Working in Comfort 6 Components Handling Safety Aid 2 y 9 a a lt
12. The CD can be damaged when the drive drawer is pushed in if it has not been positioned on the support correctly X Z c D a a H ur 1 Press the eject button at the optical drive to open the tray 2 Pull the tray out completely with care 3 Remove the disk from its case without touching the un printed side if possible 4 Place the disc on the tray so that it lays flat with the label facing upward and gently push the tray in to close it The disk will now lie flat on the tray and will engage onto the disk holder audibly 5 Test that the disk is able to turn freely and then push the tray back into the optical drive carefully The E drive letter will have been allocated to your optical drive in the delivery status You will have easy access to your files on your disks with Windows Explorer Computer Start the Computer Help Program by means of the Desktop link or by pressing the Windows key and the E key at the same time Open Windows Explorer by means of Start gt All Programs gt Accessories The pre installed media reproduction will be used automatically during access to DVD videos or audio and video files on normal data CDs 6 Press the ejection button on the optical drive if you want to remove a disk Warning While the notebook is accessing the optical drive the media activity indicator is lit Do not try to remove the CD from the drive while this LED is lit Emergency Ejection o
13. Upgrades and Repairs eee nnn 81 Notes for Service Engineers useessss 81 AppendiX AAA 83 Standards re a a aa ai aid 85 Electromagnetic Compatibility iss se ss ses ee ke ee 85 ISO 13406 2 Class II ee ee ee ee Re mme 85 FCC Compliance Statement esse ses eek ee RR ee 88 MATAME WE ee 89 Liability limitationS ese esse ese eek ese ek ee ee mmn 90 Copying this manual eem mn 90 A E AO ED 91 Chapter 1 Safety and Maintenance E Subject Page E I Data Security oe yen ex YR es 4 Set up Location ER EE E ORR EE SEG edv us 4 Environmental Conditions essesse 5 Conectar a t E Ya P to nl 6 n Information about the regulatory compliance 2 according to R TTE sesse ese ese ees se ee ee ee ee ee ee 9 o Modern sissies ER te aaa iin ea eae re 9 E Touchpad iaa i DA RE ower er eee ee 9 O Battery Operation see ese ee ee ek ee ee RR Re ea 10 S lt x Appendix Safety Instructions Please follow the instructions in this section for the safe operation of your notebook Do not allow small children to play unattended with electri cal equipment Children are incapable of judging potential risks properly Keep the packing materials such as foil away from chil dren The danger of suffocation could arise in the case of misuse Do not open the case of the notebook the battery or the power adaptor When the case is open there
14. back to RAM by the BIOS In a few moments the notebook is in the exact state as when it was last used If while working on a document the note book is closed assuming the correct ACPI setting the notebook saves the data in RAM for you automatically You will restart at precisely the line in which you were working prior to the interrup tion The computer uses no power while it is in hibernate mode but it takes a little longer for the computer to go into and come out of hibernation compared to sleep Safety Handling un sl 9 O a 6 is Aid Appendix Ww m Display Unlike a normal monitor the TFT display does not produce either radiation or flicker Opening and Closing the Display The display catches 9 keep the display closed when the Note book is not in use 1 To open use your thumbs to press the bar to the right then lift the display with your thumbs and index finger and posi tion it as desired Warning Do not try to forcibly open the display The opening and closing of the display can be assigned various functions via the Power management feature Screen Resolution The integral screen has a native resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels If you change to a presentation with different characteristics in the Windows Personalization Help Program the display will not appear on the whole area of the screen among other effects Using a higher resolution can lead to distortion of
15. injury it s impor tant that you maintain proper posture Back While sitting at your work surface make sure your back is supported by the chair s backrest in erect position or angled slightly backwards Arms Your arms should be relaxed and loose elbows close to your sides with forearms and hands approximately parallel to the floor Wrists Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the keyboard mouse or trackball They should not be bent sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down Legs Your thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward Your lower legs should be near a right angle to your thighs Your feet should rest flat on the floor If neces sary use a footrest but double check that you have your seat height adjusted correctly before getting a footrest Head Your head should be upright or tilted slightly for ward Avoid working with your head or trunk twisted Overall Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue Connecting Pay attention to the following information in order to connect your notebook correctly Power Supply Do not open the power adapter housing When the housing is open there is a danger of severe electric shock It con tains no user serviceable parts The electric outlet must be in the vicinity of the notebook and within reach of the power adapter cables To disconnect your notebook from the power source or set the notebook
16. is a danger of severe electric shock CD ROM CDRW DVD drives are Laser Class 1 devices These lasers must remain in their sealed casing DO NOT remove the drive covers as exposure to the lasers may be harmful Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the notebook This may lead to electric shock electrical short circuit or fire that will damage your notebook Slots and openings in the notebook serve to ventilate it Do not cover up these openings because the notebook could overheat otherwise The notebook is not intended to be operated in a heavy industry company Operation under extreme environ mental conditions can result in damage to your notebook Do not operate the notebook during a thunderstorm in order to avoid damage through lightning strike Do not cover the slots and openings of the notebook Never place objects on top of the notebook that would exert any pressure on the display There is a danger that even slight pressure may break the TFT display ey je c o i Aid Components Appendix There is a risk of injury if the TFT display breaks Use pro tective gloves to pack up the broken pieces and contact customer service to arrange for proper disposal It is impor tant to thoroughly wash your hands after handling a broken TFT display There is a chance that chemicals may have been released Do not forcibly open it In order to avoid damage to the display do not touch it with your
17. the appropriate instruc tions for each device Keep the notebook at least one meter approximately three feet away from high frequency and magnetic interfer ence sources e g televisions loudspeaker cabinets mo bile telephones etc in order to avoid malfunctions and or loss of data Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 metres 9 84 ft should be used for the LPT COM USB IEEE 1394 audio video and network interfaces with this notebook Please use only doubly screened cables in the case of printer cables Do not replace the cables supplied Only use the cable sup plied with the notebook since that cable will have been tested extensively in our laboratory Also only use the connection cables supplied with the de vices to connect your peripherals Make sure that all connecting cables are connected with the respective peripheral devices in order to avoid perturbing radiation Remove any cables not needed The connection of devices is limited to equipment that com plies with EN60950 Safety of information technology equipment or EN60065 Audio video and similar electronic apparatus Safety requirements Information about the regulatory compli ance according to R amp TTE The following remote equipment has been supplied with this note book e Wireless LAN e Bluetooth external USB Bluetooth dongle The company declares herewith that these devices are in agree ment with the fundamen
18. to secure the lock in place Please keep your key at a safety place Software There are many kinds of help and information for using your PC This section tells you where to get help with the Microsoft Win dows Vista operating system software programs and your note book Getting to Know Windows Vista Windows Vista offers different options to understand its operation We will mention only a few of those options here Windows Vista Quickstartguide This Handbook will give you a brief overview of the operation of your operating system The following themes are dealt with in it e Initial steps e The Welcome Center e Innovations e Help displays We recommend this reading matter to beginners and those switching from other versions of Windows Windows Vista Help and Support An answer to almost every question can be found in this program This help function fully covers the Windows operating system It is helpful for both beginners and professionals You can print or bookmark the information which is categorized into topics You start like this 1 Click on Start o 2 Now select Help and Support e Safety Handling un sl 9 O a 6 is Aid Appendix UI N Windows Vista Welcome Center You will see the Welcome Center at the first display of the Win dows Vista Desktop This contains useful links that will make it easier for you to start using Windows
19. 1 Sleep Mode scere 31 Program bar iese ese ese ee 21 Q Quality bs ii R Recycling and Disposal 79 Replica 81 Restoring A Dies AR EEN GE ER RE 73 Running the Bios Setup 63 S Safety instructions 3 Data security 4 Upgrades and repairs 81 Ambient Temperature 5 Battery Operation 10 eel N tects 8 rele RE nenas 9 Power supply 7 Set Up location 4 Touch Pad iese sees siaaa 9 Screen resolution 33 O 39 Securing the Notebook 56 Startup Password 56 Serial number ii SEVICE EE EE REDE ii Service engineers 81 Set Up Location 4 Sleep Mode iese eene 31 Software sesse ese ee ee ee Ee 57 Deinstallation 61 Installation 60 Windows Activation 62 Sound card eseesses 46 External audio ports 47 Standards eseesss 85 Electromagnetic Compatibility 85 FCC Compliance Statement 88 Start button s sess 21 SUPDOFE sv ees se Re ia 76 Suspend to Disk 31 System Recovery Correction reden en 72 T Table of contents vi TASK Dar s ode ei tein ee 22 Touch Padi ics 9 trademarks ceeseeeee ii TransBOFE sie es vere arent true
20. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful in terference to radio or television reception which can be deter mined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol lowing measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and re ceiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to oper ate the equipment Shielded interface cables if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits Warranty The receipt serves as proof of first purchase and should be kept in a safe place Your legal rights are not limited by these warranty conditions It is required should you need to make use of the guarantee We guarantee that this equipment is in perfect working order Upon production of the receipt the remaining period of guarantee shall pass on from the original parts to the respective replacement parts If you hand in this equipment to make use of the guaran tee you must remove all programs data and removable storage media Products which are sent without accessories wi
21. Kensington lock 56 Keyboard ee ke ee ee 37 L Laser radiation 81 License agreement 20 M Main components Hard drive ssss 39 MOCO tacita 49 NetWork TN 51 Optical drive 41 PCI Express connection 54 Software sesse ese ee ke Ee 57 Sound card 46 Universal Serial Bus USB 55 Main operation ss 26 Maintenance 77 Care of the TFT Display 77 Transporting the notebook 78 Maintenance programs 69 Mode TER EESTI 49 Connecting sesesss 50 Multifunction touchpad 38 N Network Fast Ethernet Network 51 Troubleshooting 53 What is a network 51 Wireless LAN 52 O On Off button 25 P Partitions sonic eese 39 Password reset disk 69 REMOVING sesse eke eke ekke 54 Performing the Restore 73 Port Microphone in 14 15 Modem enne 15 PCI Express nuruni tsc 15 Power socket 16 TV out S video 16 USB cia tie 15 16 Power Turning off your computer 22 Power management 31 Power supply eise ese kk ee 7 Battery operation 27 Main operation 26 On Off button 25 Hibernate Mode 3
22. Notes on This Manual Keep these instructions with your computer at all times The proper set up use and care can help extend the life of your com puter In the event that you transfer ownership of this computer please provide these instructions to the new owner This manual is divided into sections to help you find the informa tion you require Along with the Table of Contents an Index has been provided to help you locate information In addition many application programs include extensive help functions As a general rule you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard These help functions are available to you when you use the Microsoft Windows operating system or the various application programs This interactive manual is designed to provide additional informa tion about your Notebook as well as useful links accessible via the World Wide Web Windows Vista offers you an additional aid to learning about the operating system and your PC in the Welcome Center We listed further useful sources of information starting on page 57 Audience These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user Regardless of the possible professional utilization this note book is designed for day to day household use The functions and applications for use with this notebook have been designed with the entire family in mind Document Your Notebook It is important to document the details of your notebook purchase
23. SEER EES eel 4 Set Up Location iii a a 4 Ambient Temperature iis esse ee ee ee ee RE Ee RE Re ee 5 Working in COMFOFE ei iese ese ese ee ee testes RR ee Re mm 6 Connect Oli a ride Panes 7 Power S pply cara ds 7 eso eT 8 Information about the regulatory compliance according to RATTE eise see ese ee ee ee ee ee enm 9 Modem roemen PE 9 Touch Pad iia ee t Re hast 9 Battery Operati ESE ER ERR Se WE Reed 10 Views amp first setup e esee eene nnn nnne 11 Included with Your Notebook iss ses see eek ee Re ee 13 Views of the Notebook esse se ee Re Re mmn 14 Open Notebook sesse ss ek ER RE nennen 14 Front VIGW ie Re ax Ua EE EERS IK a TOI RT EK Ee Ge DEER 15 Eeft Side EK EN a wh vanes 15 Righlit SIde tie SEE eed PEER etui Fett DERDE lt FERE 15 Rear Side ihe dde DE DR FU A Dee PR 16 Device Indicators essen enne 17 Getting Started cnn eid v Pn eai Se be e EYES 18 Howto starts texte e EE er e EUER ced 18 Step T discern de er e v is Mec o OD CE CR deren eed 18 O 20 SED A A nte me DI 20 Short description of the Windows Desktop 21 Main Components eere eere nnne nnn nnn 23 Power SUPPI y EE cea dist tad 25 On OFf Dutton ii se RE eR EE E oda 25 Power Adapter sesse esse ek Re Ee AR ke enne 26 Battery OperatiON sees ee ek ke ER EE ee ee ERRES 27 Inserting the BatterY iese se ee eke eke ee Re ke ee ee 28 Removing the batteFY
24. akes a significantly longer time The charging process is regulated by special battery management through which an increased charging period arises when the de vice is switched on so that the complete performance of the notebook is available even when the battery is being charged Note The charging process will be interrupted if the tem perature or the voltage of the battery is too high Discharging the battery Operate the notebook by means of the battery until it switches off independently because of the low battery charge Note Think about saving your open files in good time to avoid a possible loss of data Safety Handling a sd 9 O a E 6 is Aid Appendix N w Battery Performance The particular operating duration will vary according to the setting of the energy saving functions You can adjust these to your re quirements under Energy Options in System Control Apart from this your notebook will require a higher power demand when carrying out certain tasks such as playing back a DVD Checking the Battery Level In order to check the current level of the battery move the cursor over the power symbol in the taskbar The symbol of a battery is displayed during battery operation You will receive additional information about settings if you double click on this symbol d 2 hr 28 min 99 remaining Select a power plan Balanced Power saver High performance
25. ation will include the following e Version number of the operating system e Version number of Internet Explorer e Version numbers of additional software programs e Plug amp Play identification key of the hardware devices Windows Update will stand up for the protection of your private data and will not record your name address email address or other forms of personal data The information collected will only be used during the time that you are visiting the website It will also not be stored Safety Handling WwW 4A c D c o a E e O Appendix H nA System Recovery Windows Vista provides a useful function System Restore ena bling the storage of the so called Recovery points The system remembers the current configuration as a snapshot and returns to this if necessary The advantage is that an unsuc cessful installation can be cancelled Recovery points are created automatically by the system but they can also be set manually You can determine and configure yourself the maximum memory taken up by this You find this program in the program file under Accessories gt System Tools We recommend setting a recovery point before installing a new software or driver If the system does not run stable any longer this enables you usually to return to a workable configuration without deleting newly created documents In the next paragraph read your options for a repair of an incorrect installation Correct
26. b switch ra 1 LU The Windows Help and Support Centre offer extensive information about networking your PC Safety Handling 0 d z 0 O a 6 is Aid Appendix E pare Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is an optional feature This function allows you to create a wireless network link with an access point or directly with another wireless enabled PC Please read the necessary prerequi sites before activating this feature 1 Using the key combination Fn F1 you can enable or disable the wireless LAN function The corresponding LED will light You will then have the possibility of creating a network connec tion if the following requirements have been fulfilled after the wireless LAN function has been activated Warning Make sure the Wireless LAN option is switched OFF in any environment where it might interfere with critical and sensitive devices e g on aircraft in hospitals and other medical centres etc Conditions An access point is a wireless transmitter that communicates with your notebook and controls access to the network connection e g a home network or a broadband connection such as DSL Wireless access points are often found in offices airports univer sities or Internet caf s They offer access to networks or to the Internet Access authorizations are normally needed A fee may be required to use a public access point To set up a wireless network to share Int
27. cal substances and cleaning agents Only use the originally supplied power adapter to charge the battery Ensure through the display or the signalling sound of the notebook that the battery is completely discharged be fore recharging it Replace the battery only with the same type or an equiva lent type recommended by the manufacturer Charge the battery only until the battery charging light goes out Also refer to the instructions under Charging the Battery on page 29 for instructions on checking the bat tery level Only change the battery when the unit is switched off Batteries are classified as special waste and should al ways be disposed of properly Contact Customer Service for more details gt i oO uc ie WY Chapter 2 Views amp first setup Subject Page Included with Your Notebook se se ee 13 Open Notebook se ee se EE ER nnnm nnns 14 Front dip 15 A teft Side A ee t ant Lk 15 E Ridlt Side iria ie pta 15 o Rear Side sisti en i aaa ane nig Pc aaa e 16 E Device Indicators se ss cece aa ER RR ee RR menn 17 6 Getting started ii sesse SEE ri 18 oO T Appendix Included with Your Notebook Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 14 days of purchase if any of the following components are missing e Notebook e Battery e Power Pack with Connection FSPO65 AAC e Support CD e OEM Version of Operating System e Documentatio
28. chieve its full performance Batteries store electrical energy in their cells and then deliver it when needed The useful life and performance of your battery depend on careful handling The battery should be completely discharged before a charging process and completely charged again in order to optimize its useful life and its performance You must also pay attention to the Safety Notes from page 8 Safety Handling a sd 9 6 a 6 is Aid Appendix N N Inserting the Battery Insert the battery pack Lock the battery under all circumstances in order to avoid it falling out unintentionally Removing the battery Open the lock first in order to remove the battery pack Then push the battery ejection button and remove the battery from the battery compartment at the same time Warning Do not remove the battery while the notebook is run ning on battery power You increase the possibility of losing data Warning Pay attention that the contacts to the battery and the notebook are not dirty or damaged when storing the battery and using the notebook This could lead to malfunctions Charging the Battery The battery is charged via the power adapter If the power adapter is connected it charges the battery automatically whether the notebook is turned on or not When the notebook is switched off full charging takes a few hours If the notebook is switched on the charging process t
29. d disk drive partition for your notebook It is where your program files settings and documents are stored as well as files necessary for running Windows C Program Files Includes files belonging to software programs C Windows The main directory for Windows C Documents and Settings Includes the settings and documents for all users D Driver Drivers for internal notebook components D Tools Includes installation files for software that came with your notebook D Recover Includes the files needed to perform a system restore The Optical Drive Safety Loading a Disc Unlike optical drives of desktop PCs optical drives of notebooks retain disks with the help of a locking mechanism When inserting the disk you should take care to push the disk right onto the locking mechanism so that it can lock in position Handling Note Do not place protective foils or other stickers on your CD s To avoid damage to your drive do not use de formed of damaged CD s Warning Do not use scratched or dirty disks discs with pieces broken off or disks of poor quality Because of the high speeds in the drive the disks might break and damage your data as well as your drive Examine the disks be fore you enter them If damage or dirt is visible you should not use them Damage caused by faulty media is excluded from warranty and their repair must be 1 sd 9 6 a 6 is charged je Warning
30. d the notebook and all magnetic storage media floppy disks external drives through the x ray device the device into which you put your bags when you are passing through the baggage check at airports Avoid the magnetic detector the construction through which you walk or the magnetic rod the manual device of the security personnel because they could destroy your data among other consequences Recycling and Disposal DE Device a At the end of its life the appliance must not be disposed of in household rubbish Enquire about the options for environmentally friendly disposal a Batteries X Do not dispose of used batteries in the household rubbish They must be deposited at a collection point for used batteries Packaging To avoid damage during transport the PC is stored in a packag ing Packaging is produced mostly from materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and be profes sionally recycled Should you have any questions concerning the disposal please contact your dealer or our service Batteries and Proper Treatment Batteries may contain combustible materials By misuse this may cause battery leakage heat explosion or ignition bringing about injury or damage to the device Please observe strictly the following matters Warning There is a lithium battery on the motherboard Lithium batteries are hazardous waste and need to be dis posed of properly If necessary
31. drops are allowed to remain on the screen Water can cause permanent discoloration e Clean the screen with a dry soft lint free cloth e Do not expose the screen to bright sunlight or ultraviolet radiation Appendix N N Transporting the Notebook Please use the following guidelines when transporting the note book Switch off the notebook This will prevent damage to the hard disk When the notebook is turned off the hard disk heads are moved into a safe area Wait until the PC has reached ambient room temperature before connecting it to the power supply Drastic variations in temperature and humidity can create condensation within the PC and may cause it to short circuit Close the Notebook and ensure that the cover locks shut Always use the notebook carrying case This helps to pro tect the notebook from dirt moisture jolts and scratches Should you need to ship your notebook always use the original packaging and make certain the shipper knows the contents contain fragile electronic equipment Fully charge your battery and any spare batteries immedi ately before a long journey Inquire about the electricity and communication provision at the location before a journey Acquire the necessary adapter for electricity or communica tion modem LAN etc if necessary before starting your journey Put the battery into the packaging separately when des patching the notebook It is recommended to sen
32. e 62 The BIOS Set up Program iese ese ie ese ek ee Re ee Re ke ee 63 Running the BIOS Set UP issie ese ee ek ee Re ke ke ee 63 First Aid ies KEER KERR EER ER REKE ER EER EER EER EER EER EER EER EER EER EER EER EER 65 FAQ Frequently Asked OuestionS ses ses ee ee EE ee 67 Data and System Security esse ses ek ER RE Ee RE Re EE ee 69 Data SEU Vic EE SE PIRLAR ERR AE Ee ARE GES 69 Maintenance Programs eise seke eke ek RR RR RR RR RR RR Re RR Re RR 69 Password Reset DisK ie sees ese ee Re ee ek Re mnn 69 Windows Update ia ee EE e GER ues 70 Windows Update Information for Data Security 71 System RECOVET Y recie RE DE cds id ada 72 GCOPFECEION ER OE OE AE ER Ee OT gnats 72 System Restore powered by Symantec 73 Limits of the Recovery se ese se see ke kke mn 73 Performing the Restore isi ese ee ee Re ee Re ke ee 73 Troubleshooting EER ER e 74 Localize the Cause esse esse ee ee nana RR RE RR he Re ee ee 74 Check Cables and Connections 74 Errors And Possible Causes sesse ses see ee Re Re 75 Additional Support sess mmm 76 Driver SuppOLFt et aeta rr se ERE IRR EREE 76 Maintenance ao 77 Care of the TFT Display emm 77 Transporting the Notebook sis ese ek ees ee ke ee ee 78 Recycling and Disposal sesse ses se ee ek teen ee nnn 79 Batteries and Proper Treatment 79
33. e In 10 e Audio Out Headphones 11 e Digital Audio Out S P DIF optical 12 For recording via an external micro phone For sound reproduction via an exter nal surround system for external center subwoofer For reception through an external source of sound For sound reproduction with a sur round system for speakers back For sound reproduction via external stereo equipment such as loud speakers active or headphones For sound reproduction with an ex ternal surround decoder via an opti cal cable available separately at a specialist shop By using the external connections you have the possibility to con nect your notebook with a 5 1 surround system Modem The built in modem is able to receive data according to the ITU standard for V 90 transmissions with up 56 Kbit s Since the power output of modems is restricted due to the regulations of some telecommunication providers the possible maximum download speed can be restricted The actual speed may be de pendent on the online conditions and other factors Data sent from the user to the server are transmitted with 31 2 Kbit s Prerequisite for this high speed reception is an analogue telephone line compatible with the V 90 standard and a corre sponding compatible Internet provider or company owned host computer The modem is fitted with an RJ 11 interface into which a stan dard telephone lead can be plugged Warning Use only wit
34. ebook has been extensively tested in our laboratories with a large number of compatible devices It fulfils all required stan dards and complies with the standard Designed for Windows which certifies utmost compatibility However the software driv ers for individual components are updated from time to time This is a regular process provided by the manufacturer to mend possi ble compatibility problems that may occur with components e g programs or hardware that were not tested at the time of your notebook s manufacture Maintenance Safety Warning There are no user serviceable or user cleanable parts inside the notebook housing Never open the notebook housing Following these measures can extend the lifetime of your note book e Before cleaning always remove the power adapter plug and all connecting cables e Only use a damp lint free cloth to clean the notebook e Do not use any solvents corrosive or gaseous cleaning agents e Do not use CD ROM cleaning disks or similar products that clean the lens of the laser to clean your optical drive e Dust or grease on the touchpad will impair its sensitivity Remove dust or grease on the surface of the Touchpad with a strip of sticky tape Handling Ww c D c e a E e O Care of the TFT Display e Always close the Notebook when not in use Avoid touching or scratching the surface of the screen as it is easily dam aged e Make sure that no water
35. er adapter to the notebook at the notebook power socket 21 Connect the power adapter via a power cable to a free AC power outlet e Open the display by pushing the latch trip 9 to the right with your thumb and then open the display up to the re quired position with your thumbs and forefingers f e Switch the notebook on by operating the On Off switch 2 The notebook will start and then run through various phases gt Dp oO had ie U Note Make sure there is no bootable CD e g the Recovery CD in the CD ROM drive Such disks will prevent the z operating system from loading off the hard drive m o The operating system is loaded from the hard disk During the E initial set up the loading process takes slightly longer than nor 8 mal to register the operating system and the individual compo nents completely Your operating system is finished loading when a welcome screen is shown on your display S X 0 a a m Ko Step 2 The greeting procedure will guide you through a series of dialogue boxes The information in each dialogue box will explain the steps that need to be taken Should you have any questions just click on o e License Agreement The greeting procedure also displays the license agreement Please read this carefully It contains important legal infor mation on the use of your software In order to see the full text use the mouse and the scroll bar on the right
36. ernet access files and printers at home you will need an access point a router and a broadband DSL or cable modem Some access points can also serve as a router and or a broadband modem Check with your retailer or Internet Service Provider to find the best solution for your needs A link to another computer with wireless LAN functionality can also be created without an access point This will allow you to share files but you will need an access point and a router to share an Internet connection The wireless network link works according to standard IEEE 802 11g which is also compatible with the IEEE 802 11b stan ho dard The standard 802 11a is supported S If encrypted transmission is used this must operate according to the same principle on all devices Encryption is a method of protecting the network from unauthorized access The transmission speed max 54 Mbp s can vary according to the distance and loading of the partner Troubleshooting within the Network g 9 Why does an error message appear when I click on the 9 network environment f D The computer name must be unique on the net work and may not be the same as the task group 2 It appears that the network boards are unable to com municate What might be the problem D Maybe one of the used network boards works with a different speed e g 10 instead 100 Mbit and your network computer is unable to recognize this If necessary set the network driver
37. ersonalization gt Screensaver in Power Options The Touchpad The mouse pointer cursor follows the direction pre determined on the touchpad by the movement of your finger in the normal mode Warning Do not use a ball point pen or other object on the touch pad as this could damage or cause a malfunc tion of your touch pad Below the touch pad are the left and right mouse buttons which can be used as on a normal mouse You can also perform a direct click or double click using the touch pad by tapping the surface briefly once or twice In the Windows Control Panel you will find a number of useful settings that will make using the touch pad easier The Hard drive The hard drive is the main storage medium combining large stor age capacity and rapid data access You have acquired an OEM version of the Microsoft Windows operation system which will support all the performance features of the notebook completely with your notebook We have already configured the hard drive of your notebook so that you will usually be able to work with it optimally without having to install any software yourself The Windows operating system cannot use the full capacity of the hard drive which means that there will be a difference between the capacity that the BIOS displays and what the operating sys tem displays The hard drive contains the operating system of the computer other application programs and backup files These programs and f
38. f if the main switch is pressed for more than 4 seconds Warning Handling Do not switch off your notebook while the hard disk or the optical drive is running and the corresponding media activity LEDs are lit Otherwise data may be lost To protect the hard disk you should always wait for 20 seconds after powering down the notebook be fore powering it up again 7 sd 0 6 a 6 is Aid Appendix N UI Power Adapter Your notebook is supplied with a universal AC power adapter which automatically adjusts to the available power source The following levels are supported AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz Please follow the power supply safety instructions found on page 7 The power adapter is connected via a power cord to an AC outlet The DC power lead from the power adapter is connected to the rear side of the notebook 21 Om The power adapter supplies the notebook with electricity and also charges the battery The battery is also being charged when you are working on your notebook with the power adapter The power adapter is still live if the notebook is not connected with it You should therefore unplug the power adapter from the outlet if it is not connected to the notebook Warning Use only the power adapter and power cord supplied with your notebook Battery Operation Note Please charge and discharge the new battery com pletely two to three times in succession so that it will a
39. f a blocked Disc If the tray fails to open automatically then the tray can be opened manually provided there is an opening for emergency ejection 1 Shut down Windows and switch off your notebook 2 Insert a long thin object like a straightened paper clip into the emergency ejection opening until you feel resistance Safety Handling 3 Press lightly and the tray will open 4 Remove the disc and restart the notebook a d c 0 6 2 6 is Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs Your notebook is able to playback and to retrieve Audio CDs DVD yo Movies and Data discs lt T After loading the disc your operating system will open a selection window with different options for playback Normally there are various programs at your disposal If your operating system doesn t open the selection window you still have the possibility of the access via the Explorer or Computer X c oO a a Ww Regional Playback Information for DVD The playback of DVD movies includes the decoding of MPEG2 vid eos digital AC3 audio data and the deciphering of CSS protected contents CSS sometimes called copy guard is the name of a data protec tion program incorporated by the movie industry as an action against illegal copies Among the numerous regulations for CSS licensees the most im portant ones are the country specific playback restrictions In order to facilitate the geographically rest
40. fingers or sharp objects Never lift the notebook by the TFT Display doing so could break the hinges Switch off your PC immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact customer service if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are burnt or damaged Replace the defective power cord with an original power cord Under no circumstances may a defec tive power cord be repaired if the housing of the PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it Have the PC checked by customer service first because the PC may not be safely operated otherwise and there may be a life threatening risk of electrocution Data Security Every time you update your data make back up copies on an external storage medium The supplier does not assume liability for data loss or damage to data storage units and no claims can be accepted for damages resulting from the loss of data or consequential losses Set Up Location Keep your notebook and all connected peripherals away from moisture dust heat and direct sunlight Failure to do so can lead to notebook malfunction or damage It is highly recommended you do not use the notebook outdoors Operate the notebook and all peripherals on a stable bal anced and vibration free surface Do not leave the base of your notebook on your lap or any part of your body for a long period of time The notebook can become very warm while it is turned on or charging and can cause discomfort or injury f
41. h an analogue telephone line The modem cannot withstand the voltage levels of digital telephone systems such PBX or lines such as ISDN or Broadband services see safety instructions on page 9 Safety Handling 7 sd 0 6 a 6 is Aid Appendix l Ko Modem port 1 Insert one end of the RJ11 connection telephone plug con nector into the modem network interface 14 and the other into an analogue telephone socket that is easily acces sible Note Do not place the notebook in Hibernate or Sleep mode if you are connected to your Internet provider since this will cause the modem connection to be lost The Network What is a network A network means connecting your notebook to one or several other computers Users can transfer data between computers and share resources such as printers modems and hard disk drives Here are some practical examples e You can exchange E mail and manage appointments in an office e Users can share a printer in a network and save their data on a central server e Users can share one modem among computers for Internet access e Two or more computers can be connected to play network games or share data Ethernet Network Your PC has a Ethernet Network connection You can use this to connect to a network 1 Connect one end to the RJ45 connection Western plug at the network interface of your notebook 15 and the other to another PC or a hu
42. hen select the Programs option 5 Select the respective program start the de installation and follow the instructions on the screen Aid Appendix E m Windows Activation Microsoft is committed to the protection of intellectual property rights and the reduction of software piracy Therefore Windows Vista contains software based product activation technology Your copy of Windows Vista has already been activated for your PC Product activation is needed if some components of your PC have been replaced or you use a non authorized BIOS If necessary you can activate Windows Vista as often as requested You will probably need to activate Windows Vista by telephone even if Internet Activation is available This is due to the pre activated SLP version which runs with a special Product ID How ever activation needs your unique Product ID which can be found on the Certificate of Authenticity sticker on your PC housing When you call please inform your agent that you are running an OEM SLP version of the software Product activation on your PC In few cases it may still be required to activate Windows Vista If activation via the internet is acknowledged with an error mes sage you should perform the following steps 1 Please select the telephone activation and click until the related screen appears 2 Now click on Change Product Key A new window appears Enter the product key This is located on the Certificated of A
43. iles are pre installed on your notebook so you may note that some of the space on your hard drive is already taken Whenever the computer is accessing the hard disk the corresponding LED illuminates see page 17 Warning Never switch off the computer while the busy indicator is lit since this may result in loss of data If you are looking for a file on the hard drive and you know the name go to Search on the Start menu to find the file Following is some general information on where you might find some common files Usually your hard drive is divided into several partitions as shown below The partitions of your hard drive may vary from what is shown here BOOT C Windows Software programs Your documents RECOVER D Drivers for internal PC components Installation files for software that came with your PC Restore software Safety Handling 0 sl 9 O a E 6 is Aid Appendix UU E Important Directories The most important directories preinstalled on your notebook are shown below Warning Do not delete or modify these directories or their con tents since data could be lost or the functionality of the system could be at risk Also pay attention to this You will no longer be able to carry out the recreation of the supply status by means of the Support if you have converted the Recovery Partition into a NTFS file sys tem C This is the main har
44. in the event you need warranty service The serial number can be found on the bottom of the notebook Serial Number __ haa ccccceeeeeeeveeuveuuuueceueennens Date of Purchase oirrne aesan kaaa ei Place of Purchase seed ee ekke an ea akea ee ee ee Ouality We have selected the components in this computer for their high level of functionality ease of use safety and reliability Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with an innovative personal computer useful for ap plications relating to both work and leisure We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer Thank you for choosing our company Service We are pleased to provide individualized customer service throughout the life of your notebook Please feel free to contact a customer service representative with any questions relating to this notebook Copyright 2007 Medion All rights reserved Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trade marks of their respective owners Information in this document is subject to change without notice Li Table of Contents Safety and Maintenance ene 1 Safety Instructions sesse a ER RE ee RR nennen 3 Data Securty sr Ei SES ette e eet DEERE N BEGEER
45. ing 1 Claims made against you by third parties based on loss or damage 2 Loss or damage to your blanks recordings or data 3 Economic follow on damage including lost profit or savings or associated damage even in the case that we have been informed of the possibilities of this type of damage In some countries the exclusion or limitation of accompanying or follow on damage is not legally accepted so that the above limita tions do not come into force Copying this manual This document contains legally protected information All rights reserved Copying in mechanical electronic and any other form without the written approval of the manufacturer is prohibited Index A All programs ee ee 21 Ambient Temperature 5 Appendix eren 83 Audience 1e iei rte es i AUtOFUnh aida aes 60 B Batteries and Proper TreatMent esse ese ese ke 79 Battery operation 27 Checking the Battery Level 30 Inserting eeesses 28 REMOVING sesse ee eke eke ek ee 28 Battery Performance 30 Charging ere 29 Discharging the Battery 29 Battery Performance 30 BIOS Setup Program 63 BIOS Utility Running EE eee anain 63 Cc A EE EER ER EN 8 Care of Displays 77 CD DVD Rewriter 45 CD blanks airesin nuii 45 CDROM AE RE dite oes 41 Charging the Battery 29 Checking the Battery Level
46. ion Windows Vista includes various functions ensuring that the PC as well as the installed applications and devices work correctly These functions assist you in solving the problems which might occur by adding deleting or replacing files required for the func tionality of the operating system the applications and devices The recovery function or functions you use depend on the type of occurring problem or error For detailed information refer to the Windows help System Restore powered by Symantec symantec If your system is not functioning properly and Windows Vista Sys tem Restore did not solve the problem then you should use the Application Support Disc to restore your system Limits of the Recovery e Changes made to the original configuration RAS Desktop or Internet settings and installed Software will be ignored by this Recovery and will not be reloaded e Driver Updates or hardware installed by you will be ignored by this Recovery Warning All data on drive C will be erased If necessary backup all required data on drive D You must pay attention to the information of pages 4 and 69 This recovery will reset your system to its condition at delivery Printer installations or other additional software must be rein stalled Performing the Restore 1 First please read the entire System Restore section of the Windows Help file 2 Insert the Support Disc and reboot the notebook 3 Select the option
47. is the Windows activation Your operating instructions include a chapter about this subject Handling 9 When do I have to activate Windows D Your software has been preactivated in the factory An activation will only be required if several components are replaced by others your installed a new motherboard a different BIOS version has been installed you install the software to another computer uU c D c o a E o O 9 How do I perform a data backup D Make a backup and a retrospective backup of se lected data on external media CD R in order to become familiar with the technology A backup is unusable if you are not in a position to recreate the data the medium CD R is defective or is no longer available Q When is the recovery of the factory setting recom mended D This method should be chosen as the last resort Read chapter System recovery concerning the possible alternatives Appendix Oo N 9 9 Why is the boot partition missing when booting from the support application CD The first partition is formatted with the file system NTFS Compared to FAT32 this file system offers more security and a more efficient access However NTFS partitions can only be read from operating sys tems supporting this This is not the case in the aforementioned CD Data and System Security The programs described below are part of your Windows operat ing system You will find addi
48. ling a sd 9 6 a 6 is Aid Appendix El UI The Sound Card Your notebook has an integrated stereo sound card on board with 16 bit and 3D spatial sound effects 3D The sound card is compatible with the industry standard Sound Blaster and Micro soft Sound System Version 2 0 This guarantees optimal support for all popular programs and games If you wish to alter the base volume click on the loudspeaker symbol in the task bar Applications E Ey Digital Output Windows el Sounds c By using the volume control you still have the possibility to regu late the volume External Audio Ports Your notebook has a loudspeaker so you can always playback sounds without additional equipment The connection of a Hi Fi system increases the sound quality significantly The use of the external connections gives you a good opportunity to connect your notebook to external devices Caution The use of earphones with a high volume can lead to lasting damage to your hearing Set the volume to the lowest level before reproducing any sound Start the sound reproduction and increase the volume to the level that is comfortable for you It can cause damage to the hearing ability of the listener if a device is operated through earphones with an increased vol ume for a long period Safety Handling v dd 9 O a 6 is Aid Appendix E N e Microphon
49. ll be re placed without accessories The warranty obligation does not ap ply in the case of the problem being caused by an accident a ca tastrophe vandalism misuse incorrect use ignoring the safety and maintenance regulations changes by software viruses or another piece of equipment or accessories or by other modifica tions not approved by ourselves This limited guarantee declara tion replaces all other guarantees of express or implied nature This includes the guarantee of saleability or the suitability for a certain purpose but is not limited to this In some countries the exclusion of implied guarantees is not permissible upon principle In this case the validity of all express and implied guarantees is limited to the guarantee period Once this period has expired all guarantees become invalid In some countries limiting the period of validity for implied guarantees is not permitted so that the above limitation does not come into force If you have any ques tions with regard to these guarantee conditions please contact us Components Handling Safety Aid 2 y o a a lt Liability limitations The contents of this manual are subject to unannounced changes caused by technical progress Manufacturer and sales shall not be responsible for any damages which have been caused as a result of omissions or errors in the information provided in this manual Under no circumstances shall we be liable for any of the follow
50. mented by new content so that you can download the newest updates and error corrections at any time to protect the notebook and guarantee its functioning Windows Update will search through the notebook and provide a list of individual updates specially for the configuration of your notebook Each update that Microsoft regards as important for the operation of the operating system programs or hardware components will be classified as an important update and automatically selected for installation for you Important updates will be provided to remove known problems and to protect the notebook against known security risks Carry out four simple steps to download the updates needed and to keep your computer on the current status of technology 1 Click on Start Click on All Programs Open Windows Update Click on Check for update Click on Add to select the desired update and to add it to the updates to be installed while you are searching through the available updates in each category You can also read a complete description of each individual element by clicking on the Read further Link 6 Click on Check and install updates when you have se lected all the desired updates and then click on Install now UI AU N Windows Update Information for Data Security Windows Update needs certain information about the respective notebook so that a suitable list with updates can be provided for you This inform
51. n Safety WwW c D c o a E e O Aid Appendix ur w Views of the Notebook Open Notebook Power Saving Quick Button Power ON OFF ede ese see se ek eke ee ee kk ee n Stereo speaker Device indicators se see een s Touchpad s eene era Microphone eise se RR RR ER nmm Keyboard isis MERE DEER DER IR re e RE EE NER ERAT I RR TPT displaY tent Ree GE EE Er AE SEE DE Ra On aA URWN gt p 17 gt p 37 gt p 46 Front View o Safety 10 11 12 9 Display catch esee gt p 32 10 Microphone connector iese iese ee eek ee ee ee 2 p 46 11 Audio In connecCtOF iese ee ee ee ke ee ek ee ee gt p 47 12 Audio Out S PDIF connector 2 p 47 Left Side n c oO c O a 5 13 External monitor port VGA gt p 34 O 14 Modem port RJ 11 eee eee eee eee gt p 49 15 LAN port RJ 45 eect Re ee eke kk net gt p 49 16 Express port weet ai es EE ee SERE rr pese tia aceon 2 p 54 Right Side 2 17 18 AX E 17 Optical Drive oo sesse esee gt p 41 Y 18 USB POrt oer et a aveva Xni ka 9 p 55 Q j ul Rear Side 19 20 18 21 19 Power SOCKET ius NEE BE Rue oen rag a s De rdi en 2 p 26 20 TV out port S Video ects ek ee teens 2 p 36 A De nh 2 p 55 21 Kensing
52. or 2 Pixel Failures In addition A cluster of type 3 2 or more defective sub pixels in an array of 5 x 5 pixel A cluster is an array of 5 x 5 pixel 15 x 5 sub pixel ISO 13406 2 Class II Resolution Typei Type2 Type3 Cluster Cluster Type 1 Type3 Type 2 1024 x 768 2 2 4 0 2 1280 x 854 3 3 6 0 3 1280 x 1024 3 3 7 0 3 1400 x 1050 3 3 8 0 3 Example A 17 SXGA display consists of 1280 horizontal and 1024 verti cal picture dots pixel which amounts to a total of 1 31 million pixels Based on one million pixels this translates into a factor of about 1 31 Class II type failure consequently allows for three defects each of type 1 and type 2 and 7 defects of type 3 and 3 cluster of type 3 These cases are normally not covered by warranty If the number of failures exceeds the figures of any category mentioned above then this may be covered by the warranty Components Handling Safety Aid 2 y o a a lt 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 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency en ergy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc tions may cause harmful interference to radio communications
53. ricted release of mov ies DVD titles are released for certain regions Copyright laws require the restriction of each DVD movie to a certain region usually the region in which it is sold DVD movie versions can be published in several regions but the CSS regulations require that each CSS decipherable system may only be used in one region Note The decoding software included with your PC may be changed for regional DVD decoding up to five times after which the drive will only play DVD movies for the region setting last entered Changing the region code after that will require factory resetting which is not covered by warranty If resetting is desired shipping and resetting costs will be billed to the user Subjects Concerning the CD DVD Rewriter This Section only relates to devices that have been supplied with a CD RW a combination drive or a DVD RW drive First of all you receive information on the so called blank discs Recordable Rewriteable Discs Normal Discs are pressed from a digital glass master and then sealed In the case of blank disc the information is burnt onto the disc with the laser of the Rewriter Therefore these discs are more sensitive than normal CDs Please avoid the following when using recordable rewriteable discs especially blanks that have never before been used e radiation by direct sunlight UVA UVB e scratches and damage to the disk surface e extreme temperatures Safety Hand
54. rom heat exposure In the first hours of operation new devices may emit a typi cal unavoidable but completely harmless smell which will decline increasingly in the course of time We recommend you to ventilate the room regularly in order to counteract the formation of the smell During the development of this product we have made sure that the applicable limits are clearly fallen below Ambient Temperature The notebook is most reliably operated at an ambient tem perature between 441 and 104 F and at a relative hu midity between 20 and 80 without condensation When powered off the notebook can be stored at tempera tures between 32 and 140 F Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make espe cially sure to remove the antenna cables if present We recommend the use of a surge protector for additional safety in order to protect your notebook from being dam aged by power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network Wait until the notebook has reached ambient room tem perature before turning it on or connecting it to the power adapter Drastic variations in temperature and humidity can create condensation within the PC and may cause it to short circuit For transporting the notebook keep the original packing ey o E o L Aid Components Appendix Working in Comfort Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable To minimize the potential for physical discomfort or
55. s Only the manufacturer should perform repairs to the CD ROM CD RW DVD DVD RW drives Safety Handling WwW c D c o a E e O Appendix B hr When removing and or opening laser devices the following guide lines must be observed DO NOT look into the laser beam even while wearing opti cal protection e DO NOT allow yourself to be exposed to the laser beam Avoid exposure of the eyes or skin to direct or stray radia tion Chapter 5 Appendix Subject Page AA A EG ERNE RAS 85 Warkatntys i sean detec ee RE Re Rie e fee Exi RR t Fa BERE 89 ING OX cscs LO E ES E 91 Components Handling Safety Aid 2 y 9 a a lt Standards Electromagnetic Compatibility e When connecting additional components please observe the Guidelines on Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 meters 9 84 ft should be used for the LPT COM USB IEEE 1394 audio video and network interfaces with this notebook e Keep the notebook at least one meter approximately three feet away from high frequency and magnetic interfer ence sources e g televisions loudspeaker cabinets mo bile telephones etc in order to avoid malfunctions and or loss of data ISO 13406 2 Class II Active matrix LCDs TFT with a resolution of 1280 x 800 pixel WXGA which are in turn composed of three sub pixels each red green blue contain about 3 1 million addres
56. sable transis tors Because of this very high number of transistors and their extremely complex production process occasionally defective or incorrectly addressed pixels or sub pixels may occur There have been several attempts in the past to define the ac ceptable number of defective pixels But this can be difficult and varies widely between different manufacturers We therefore adhere to the clear and strict requirements of ISO 13406 2 class II for the warranty handling of all TFT display products These requirements are summarized below Within ISO standard 13406 2 the general requirements regarding pixel defects are defined Pixel defects are classified into three failure types and four failure classes Each individual pixel is made up of three sub pixels in the primary colours red green blue Components Handling Safety Aid 2 U 9 a a lt Pixelstructure 5 Pixel Sub Pixel aurum HEN HEN KEN EN EE AOS HEN HEN KEN MANN Rows EE Green Pixel Red Types of Pixel Failures e Type 1 A constantly lit pixel a bright white spot even though it is not addressed A white pixel is caused when all three sub pixel are lit e Type 2 A pixel that does not light up dark black spot although it is addressed e Type 3 Abnormal or defective red green or blue sub pixels E g constantly lit with half the brightness one colour is not shining blinking or flickering but not belonging to Type 1
57. side of the screen to move downwards until you have reached the end of the document You accept the agreement by clicking on the I accept the agreement option field Only by do ing so will you be entitled to use the product under lawful terms and conditions Step 3 After the login procedure the Windows desktop appears on your screen You will find a brief overview on the following pages After the login procedure the Windows desktop appears on your screen This can be adjusted so that the screen of your computer looks different However basic operation is guaranteed Short description of the Windows Desktop After the login procedure the Windows Vista desktop appears on your screen Your desktop might not look exactly like the one shown here Safety indows Media Center le a Windows Media Player e Eg Windows Photo Gallery 88 Windows Live Messenger Download gl Windows DVD Maker El Windows Calendar Uu ng c oO c o a E O O Ls o T di o0 0 4 e 1 Start Button Clicking the Start button brings up a menu where you can access help software programs files and settings 2 All Programs All of the software programs installed on your notebook are ordi narily listed here Click All Programs to reveal an extensive menu 3 Program Bar The most commonly used software programs are listed here Aid Appendix 8 pa 4 Turn Off Computer Click on this interface
58. tal requirements and the other relevant terms of the 1999 5 EG Guideline Complete declarations of con formity are available under www medion com conformity The modem meets the requirements of TBR21 01 1998 and EG201120 V1 1 1 01 98 regarding connection with an analogue telephone network Modem e If your system has a modem please make sure you connect it to an analogue telephone line only Connecting to a digi tal PBX a digital line designed for broadband services or ISDN a shared service line or a payphone will damage the modem or the devices to which it is connected Touch Pad e Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is re quired to operate the touch pad Because the touch pad is electrostatic sensitive objects cannot be used in place of your fingers Using a pen or other object can damage the touch pad or cause the notebook to malfunction Oo c D c I Aid Components Appendix Battery Operation To extend the life and power of your battery and guarantee se cure operation the instructions below should be followed Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or heat for long periods Do not dispose of the battery by fire Disregarding these instructions will lead to damage and un der some circumstances may even cause the battery to ex plode Do not open the battery housing it contains no user serviceable parts Keep the battery away from electrically conductive materi als chemi
59. the display es pecially with text Using a lower resolution may cause the display to use only a portion of the screen area You will adjust the presentation to the mode supported with the Windows Personalization Help Program Safety Handling a sd 9 6 a 6 is Aid Appendix CJ CJ Connecting an External Monitor The notebook has a VGA port 13 for connecting an external monitor 1 Shut down your notebook 2 Connect the video signal cable of the external monitor to the VGA port 13 of the notebook 3 Connect the external monitor to the electrical socket power it up and start your notebook 4 Start your notebook The external screen will be determined after the operating system has been loaded The following Window will appear and various possible presentations will be offered to you plicate my desktop on all displays mirrored Show different parts of my desktop on each display extended Show my desktop on the external display only To select different settings go to Display Settings in Control Panel Cancel Duplicating the Desktop This mode duplicates the display of the Notebook on the external monitor You will switch between the following combinations with the help of the Fn F5 key combination e Only Notebook 1 x Fn F5 e Only external monitor 2 x Fn F5 e Notebook external monitor 3 x Fn F5 Note Safety The external monitor should support
60. the same screen resolution as your notebook 1280x800 because it is possible to carry out the Cloning Mode otherwise You will have to adjust the resolution of the notebook to the external monitor under Display Settings in order to be able to carry out the Fn F5 command if your external device does not support the respective resolution Handling Extending the Desktop An empty Desktop will be displayed on the second external monitor in this mode Windows from the first screen cane shifted to the second one and vice versa This option does not support the key combination Fn F5 The screen resolution and the colour quality of the individual dis play devices can be set under Control Panel gt Personalize gt Display Settings 0 sl 0 O a E 6 is Aid Appendix CJ UI Connecting a TV The Notebook has a port 20 for connecting a TV To connect and configure the Notebook for a TV This option does not support the key combination lt Fn gt lt F5 gt 1 Shut down your notebook 2 Connect the signal cable of the TV to the TV out port 20 of the Notebook 3 First turn on your TV then turn on your notebook 4 Switch on your notebook and boot it properly Note If the option Extend the desktop onto this monitor in the program Personalization gt Display Proper ties is activated then it must be deactivated first in order to change the display to the TV set Data Entry
61. tion screen will appear The software included in delivery is already pre installed in the factory It happens that during installation procedure im portant files can be changed or even cancelled To avoid eventual problems in using older files after installation make sure to safeguard your hard disk Please follow the instruction of the software vendor We will de scribe a typical installation Once you insert a CD the installation menu is started automatically Note If the automatic start does not work it is likely that the so called Autorun function has been deactivated Read the respective chapter in Windows Help on how to activate this function An example for the manual installation without the autorun func tion 1 Click on Start o Click on All Programs Open the Accessories de program point Select the item Y Run Now enter the letter of the CD ROM drive followed by a co lon and the program name setup UI A U N Safety Typethe name of a program folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it for you Open f setup y o j cw J Browse Handling 6 Click on OK 7 Follow the instruction given by the program Software Uninstallation In order to remove installed software from your PC follow the next steps 2 Click on Start O Click on Control Panel v sed 9 O o 6 is 3 4 T
62. tional information on these programs in the Windows Help file Data Security Back up data regularly on external media such as a CD R or CD RW Windows offers Backup Status and Configuration This program is found in Accessories gt System Tools within the Start menu You should make a backup disk with all your pass words and the operating system s original configuration Maintenance Programs You can avoid some hardware and software errors with disk main tenance programs such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup The program System Information can also be helpful since it gives you detailed information about your system configu ration You will find these programs in Accessories gt System Tools Password Reset Disk To protect individual user accounts from complications resulting from lost passwords users should create a password reset disk and keep it in a safe place If the user should forget his her pass word the password can be reset with the password reset disk so that the user has access again to his her local user account Windows Help describes how to create a password reset disk Safety Handling WwW c oO c e E e O Appendix Windows Update Windows Update is the online updating of Windows Use Win dows Update to download elements such as security updates im portant updates the newest help files drivers and Internet prod ucts from the Internet The website is regularly aug
63. to battery operation remove the power cord from the notebook s power socket Only use the notebook with a power adaptor operating at AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz For details on power consump tion please refer to the rating plate on the rear of your notebook If you are unsure of the type of power supply available at the point of use ask your local power company Use only the supplied power cord and power adapter If using an extension cord make certain that it meets your local safety requirements If in doubt consult an electrician To provide additional protection against electric shock power surges lightning strikes or other electrical damage to your notebook we recommend the use of a surge pro tector Firstly remove the plug and then the connector of the notebook from the power source if you want to detach the network adapter from the mains power supply A re verse sequence could damage the network adapter or the notebook Always hold the connector firmly when removing it Never pull on the power cord ey Oo E o iL Aid Components Appendix Cabling Arrange cables so no one can walk on or trip over them Do not place objects on any of the cables To avoid damage to your PC connect your peripherals e g keyboard mouse and monitor whilst your notebook is pow ered off Some devices can be connected whilst your note book is in use These devices usually have a USB or IEEE 1394 connector Please follow
64. to the compati ble speed If two PCs should be linked you require a cross link cable otherwise use a patch cable In addition check the protocols and the configu ration Q The data transmission is incorrect or very slow What v ro 9 O a 6 is might be the problem i D Maybe you have the wrong cable UTP CAT3 or lower or the problem is the proximity of a power cord or another source of interference X Z Uv a a UI CJ The Express Connection Your notebook supports the Express standard Installing Express Card Note Please always read the instructions that come with your Express card before installation Removing Express Card Please take note of the following before removing the Express card e Terminate the program which you used with the card e Left click on the icon Safely Remove Hardware a in the taskbar select the card and click on Stop In order to remove the card first push it into the contact to unlock it Pull the card from the bay and store it securely Universal Serial Bus USB Port The Universal Serial Bus USB 1 1 and USB 2 0 18 is a stan dard for the connection of input devices scanners and additional peripherals These devices can be connected at the USB port by means of a single cable Your notebook has 4 USB 2 0 connection sockets USB 1 1 compatible Devices connected directly to the USB bus should not draw more than 500 mA
65. ton datada 2 p 56 Device Indicators LED s indicate the power and operating system states of the note book The meaning of each LED is D O Operating indicator It is explained in the following how this LED behaves in different situations On System is in full operation Blinking System is in Standby mode Battery indicator It is explained in the following how this LED behaves in different situations On Battery pack is being recharged fast charge or pre charge Off Battery pack is not under recharge Blinking Battery power is low Access indicator This LED lights or flashes when the Notebook is accessing the hard disk or the optical drive Num Lock This LED lights when NUM Lock has been activated Capital Lock This LED lights when CAPS Lock has been activated This sets the keyboard to capital letters Wireless LAN indicator This LED would be lit when the wireless LAN function is activated Safety u c D c o E e O Aid Appendix pa N Getting Started Before you get started using your notebook first take a few mo ments to read the important section on Safety This notebook comes with software fully pre installed You do not have to install any of the CDs supplied How to start Step 1 e Before starting the notebook please insert the battery Lock the battery under all circumstances in order to avoid it fal ling out unintentionally e Connect the supplied pow
66. u Upgrades and Repairs Only a qualified Service Engineer should perform upgrades and repairs to your notebook If you do not have the necessary qualifications go to an ap propriate Service Engineer Please contact the Service Centre if you are experiencing technical problems with your notebook Please contact our authorized Service Partners exclusively in the case of a necessary repair Notes for Service Engineers Before opening the housing disconnect the notebook from all power sources and remove any connecting cables If the notebook has not been disconnected from the power outlet before being opened there is a danger of severe electric shock There is also a risk of damage to the components Internal components of the notebook may be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Perform system upgrades and changes in an ESD protected work area If no such work area is available wear an antistatic wrist strap or touch a highly conductive metal object Your service center can re pair damage sustained by inappropriate handling for a fee Use only original spare parts Notes on Laser Radiation Laser devices of Laser Class 1 to Laser Class 3b may be used in the notebook Where the notebook housing remains closed the device meets the requirements of Laser Class 1 By opening the notebook housing you will gain access to laser devices of up to Laser Class 3b The CD ROM CD RW DVD DVD RW drive contains no user serviceable part
67. user accounts for each user of the Notebook with this e Windows Anytime Upgrade WAU Carry out upgrades to higher versions of Windows Vista in order to be able to use the expanded digital features through this e Connect to the Internet Configure your internet access with this e What s new in Windows Vista Learn how Windows Vista is different in comparison to older versions e The use of the email program e and much more Use the Welcome Center to understand your Notebook better and in order to be able to use it optimally It will also serve you as an additional source of information for recognizing and removing po tential problems You will call up the Welcome Center as follows if you closed it after the start 1 Click on Start o 2 Select Welcome Center in the Program List Windows Vista User Account Control The User account control contributes to the prevention of unau thorized changes to the Notebook A window with the message If you started this action con tinue will appear as soon as you carry out an unauthorized change e Click on Continue in order to continue the procedure e Click on Cancel in order to end the procedure Safety Handling un ro 9 O a 6 is Aid Appendix UI O Installation of Software Note If your operating system is configured that the instal lation procedure accepts only signed drivers default and software an informa
68. uthenticity COA on the computer s casing 3 Acknowledge your entry and follow the instructions on the screen Notify your Microsoft consultant if necessary that you have an OEM license The BIOS Set up Program In BIOS setup Basic Configuration there are a number of config urable parameter settings available for your notebook For exam ple you can change the operating mode of the interfaces security features or power management Warning The notebook is factory pre set to guarantee optimum operation Only modify the parameters if necessary and if you are familiar with the configuration options Running the BIOS Set up You can only run the BIOS configuration program at system start up If the notebook has already started power it down and then up again Press the F2 function key in order to start the BIOS SET UP Safety Handling 7 sl 0 6 2 6 is Aid Appendix o LY Safety Chapter 4 First Aid o Subject Page E T gom 67 Data and System Security esssesse 69 System Recovery esse esa Re ee Re mme 72 7 Troubleshooting nic RADA 74 c D Maintenance u c eve Ee v De Se VEE RS Y 77 S a E O O XA je c o 2 o lt FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Safety Do 1 still have to install the enclosed CDs DVDs D No Basically all programs are already preinstalled The disks are only intended as backup copies What
69. with the left mouse button and select the Shut Down option in order to switch the Notebook off 5 Task Bar Here you receive information and status reports about Windows Vista and which programs are running 6 Desktop Icons Desktop icons link to their respective programs To start a pro gram double click its desktop icon 7 Logged in User This tells you which user is logged in to your notebook 8 Control Panel You can use the icons in Control Panel to change the appearance and functionality of Windows Vista These icons represent op tions for configuring your notebook 9 Windows Vista Help Here you can find information on using your notebook network ing backup and many other tasks gt oO 4 N Chapter 3 Main Components g Subject Page E E Power SUPPLY HE rro EE Ged rr dir 26 Display ii ee eg hs dx eee 32 Data ENUY se Ese Se tea tate ce 36 The Hard Drive eene mnn 39 5 The Optical Drive see se see see ee Re mmn 41 E ThesSound Caid al 44 Mode EE 49 The Network ss sek ee Re ee RE ER RE ER nr aa 51 The Express Connection is ses ee ke ee Re ee 54 The Universal Serial Bus USB Port 55 Securing the Notebook sisie ese ee eee ke ka eee 56 SoftWare ES 57 Aid Appendix Power Supply Safety On Off button The On Off button 2 is used to power up down the notebook The notebook will always be switched of

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