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- Page 1 Instruction Manual 43,9 cm / 17,3“ Notebook MEDION AKOYA ® ®...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Content About these Instructions ................5 1.1. Symbols and Key words used in these Instructions ........5 1.2. Proper Use ......................... 6 1.3. Declaration of Conformity ................... 7 Safety Instructions ..................7 2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics ......................... - Page 3 Hard Drive ....................34 10.1. Important Directories ..................35 Optical Drive ....................36 11.1. Inserting a Disc ......................36 11.2. Playing/Reading Discs ..................37 11.3. Regional Playback Information for DVDs .............37 11.4. Issues Relevant to the Burner ................38 Sound System..................... 39 12.1. External Audio Connections ................39 Network Operation ..................
- Page 4 20.3. Do You Need More Help? ...................60 20.4. Driver Support .......................60 20.5. Transport ........................61 20.6. Maintenance ......................62 Upgrading/Modifying and Repair ............62 21.1. Notes for Service Technicians ................63 21.2. Information on Laser Radiation ...............63 Recycling and Disposal................64 European EN 9241-307 Class II Standard ..........65 23.1.
- Page 5 Personal Information Please append the following to your proof of ownership: Serial number ..........Date of purchase ..........Place of purchase ..........You will find the serial number on the rear of the notebook. Where applicable, also copy the number on your warranty documents. Target Group This operating manual is intended to be read by both first-time and experienced users.
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Page 6: About These Instructions
1. About these Instructions Before using the device for the first time, please read these operating instructions carefully, paying special attention to the safety notices. This device should only be used as designated and as described in these instructions. Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Always include these instructions if passing the device on. -
Page 7: Proper Use
WARNING! Warning: danger due to excessive volume! • Bullet point/information on operating steps and results Tasks to be performed 1.2. Proper Use This device is designed for the use, management and editing of electronic documents and multimedia content, as well as for digital communication. The device is intended for private use only and not for industrial/commercial use. -
Page 8: Declaration Of Conformity
1.3. Declaration of Conformity This product is supplied with the following wireless features: • Wireless LAN • Bluetooth Medion AG hereby declares that this product conforms to the following European requirements: • R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC • Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC •... -
Page 9: Operational Safety
DANGER! Keep plastic packaging out of the reach of children. There is a risk of suffocation. 2.2. Operational Safety Please read this section carefully and follow all instructions given. The instructions will help you to operate the notebook reliably and increase its service life. •... - Page 10 • Do not fold the display back by an angle of more than 120°. Exceeding this value may damage the housing or the notebook. Always hold the display firmly by the middle when folding it back, adjusting the position and closing it. Failure to do so may damage the display.
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Page 11: Never Carry Out Repairs Yourself
Never Carry Out Repairs Yourself WARNING! Never try to open or repair the device yourself. There is a risk of electric shock. • If there is a fault, contact the Medion Service Center or other suitable specialist workshop. 2.4. Data Backup... -
Page 12: Environmental Requirements
• This device is not suitable for use with VDU workstations. 2.6. Environmental Requirements • The notebook is most reliably operated at an ambient temperature between 5 °C (+41° F) and 30 °C (+86 °F) and at a relative humidity between 20% and 80% (without condensation). -
Page 13: Connecting
also incorrect as the contrast between the dark screen and the bright daylight can cause problems for the eyes to adjust and result in problems. The parallel line of vision should also be maintained in relation to artificial lighting equipment. In other words, the same criteria and principles apply where the workspace is illuminated with artificial light. -
Page 14: Cabling
• For extra safety, we recommend using an overvoltage protection device to prevent your notebook from sustaining damage as a result of power surges or lightning strikes. CAUTION! Only use this notebook and accompanying mains adapter with each other. WARNING! Listening to a device at high volumes for an extended period via headphones/earphones can damage your hearing. -
Page 15: Information About The Touchpad
• Maintain a distance of at least one metre from sources of high-frequency and magnetic interference (TV sets, loudspeakers, mobile phones, DECT telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and data loss. • Please note that only shielded cables that are shorter than 3 metres may be connected to the external interfaces of this notebook. -
Page 16: Battery
2.11. Battery CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer‘s instructions. Never attempt to disassemble or reassemble. Do not heat up above 45 °C (113 °F). -
Page 17: Protecting The Display
2.12. Protecting the Display • The display is the most sensitive component part of the notebook as it consists of thin glass. It can break if subjected to too much stress. Do not scratch the cover of the notebook, because it will not be possible to remove any scratches. •... -
Page 18: Views
4. Views 4.1. Open Notebook (image similar) Webcam Webcam LED Microphone LDC Display Stereo Loudspeakers Keyboard Touchpad Multimedia Card Reader Device Indicators Power ON/OFF 17 of 69... -
Page 19: Left Side
4.2. Left Side 13 14 (image similar) Power Socket Air Vents External monitor port VGA LAN Port (RJ-45) HDMI-Connector USB 3.0-Ports 4.3. Right Side 20 21 (image similar) Audio out USB 2.0-Ports Optical Drive Disc-Eject Button Emergency Ejection Kensington® Lock 18 of 69... -
Page 20: Operating And Status Leds
4.4. Operating and Status LEDs The system displays power supply status and operating modes via LEDs. The operating lights also light up during Notebook activity. (image similar) Operating Indicator This LED will shine if the system is switched on. Access Indicator This LED lights or flashes when the notebook is accessing the hard disk or the optical drive. -
Page 21: Preparation For Starting-Up
5. Preparation for Starting-Up To operate your notebook safety and ensure a long service life, you should read the “Operational safety” chapter at the beginning of this manual. All operating software is already fully preinstalled on the notebook so there is no need for you to install any more drivers and you can get started right away. -
Page 22: Power Supply
6. Power Supply 6.1. On/Off Switch Open the notebook and hold the on/off switch down briefly to switch the notebook on or off. Regardless of the operating system, the notebook will switch off if the switch is held down for longer than 4 seconds continuously. CAUTION! Do not switch your notebook off while the hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. - Page 23 6.2.1. Starting the Notebook Open up the display as described above and press the on/off switch. Follow the instructions on the screen. Step by step instructions will guide you through the process to be followed. The welcome procedure takes you through several screens and dialogues. ...
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Page 24: Battery Mode
6.3. Battery Mode PLEASE NOTE! Please charge and discharge the new battery completely two or three times consecutively to ensure that it reaches its optimum performance! Batteries store electrical energy in their cells and then release it again as required. The service life and performance of your battery depends on careful handling. -
Page 25: Power Management (Power Options)
6.3.4. Checking the Battery Charge To check the current battery charge status, move the cursor over the power icon in the task bar. In battery mode, the icon is displayed as a battery. You can obtain more information about settings by double clicking the icon. PLEASE NOTE! If you ignore the low battery warning, your notebook will shut down. - Page 26 PLEASE NOTE! Changes can be made to the sleep settings at any time in the power options. 6.4.3. Energy Saving Tips • Utilize the Fn+F1 sleep mode keys to turn into power saving mode. • Tune the settings in Power Options to optimize the computer’s power management.
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Page 27: Display
7. Display 7.1. Opening and Closing the Display The special design of the display hinges keeps the display closed without the need for an additional catch. To open the Notebook, fold the display up to the desired position using your thumb and forefinger. - Page 28 Diagram Command Swipe from the left edge • Swipe from the left edge towards the towards the centre of the centre screen to display the last app Swipe from the left edge of • Swipe from the left edge towards the the screen to the centre of the centre and back...
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Page 29: Screen Resolution
Diagram Command Press an app tile and hold it down to move the app to a new location Press the top edge of an open Hold down app and hold it down to close it and drag the app to the bottom edge of the screen ... -
Page 30: Appearance And Customisation
7.4. Appearance and Customisation This program gives you the option of customising your desktop. This includes the background image, the screensaver and other settings for your monitor and your graphics card. The program can be started as follows: • Right-click on the Windows desktop and left-click on Personalise. -
Page 31: Connecting An External Monitor
7.5. Connecting an External Monitor The Notebook has a VGA connection socket as well as an HDMI port for an external monitor. Shut down your Notebook correctly. Plug the external monitor’s signal cable into the VGA socket on the Notebook. Alternatively, you can use the digital HDMI connection (High Definition Multimedia Interface) to transmit picture and sound signals. -
Page 32: Data Input
7.5.1. Duplicate This mode duplicates the Notebook display on the external monitor. PLEASE NOTE! In this mode the same screen resolution must be configured for both devices. 7.5.2. Extend In this mode, a blank desktop is displayed on the second (external) monitor. Windows on the first screen can be moved onto the second screen and vice versa. - Page 33 8.1.1. Specific Keyboard Shortcuts Short Description Cuts Sleep Fn + F1 To configure these keys to suit your requirements, please go to Power Options. Flight mode Fn + F2 Switches the flight mode on or off. ECO Function Fn + F4 By using this key combination you open the menu of the ECO function.
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Page 34: Touchpad
9. Touchpad In normal mode, the cursor follows the direction specified by moving your fingers in the corresponding direction on the touchpad. CAUTION! Do not use pens or other objects as this can damage your touchpad. The left and right mouse buttons are found in the lower section of the touchpad and can be used in the same way as those on a conventional mouse. -
Page 35: Hard Drive
Image Command Function Swipe from the far right Opens the menu bar across the touchpad Swipe from the far left Scrolls through all open windows across the touchpad 10. Hard Drive The hard drive is your main memory medium and combines high storage capacity with rapid data access. -
Page 36: Important Directories
10.1. Important Directories We have listed the most important directories below and described their contents. CAUTION! Do not delete or modify these directories or their content otherwise data may be lost or system functionality may be impaired. The C: drive root directory contains important files required for Windows® startup. On delivery these files are hidden for security reasons. -
Page 37: Optical Drive
11. Optical Drive 11.1. Inserting a Disc Unlike optical drives on a desktop PC, the notebook uses a mount to hold the disc. When inserting the disc ensure that it is pressed into the mount correctly and that it clicks into position there. PLEASE NOTE! Do not stick protective film or other adhesive labels to the disc. -
Page 38: Playing/Reading Discs
CAUTION! Do not try to remove the disc from the drive while the notebook is accessing the optical drive. 11.1.1. Emergency Release of a Blocked Disc In the event of the drawer no longer opening automatically, it can be opened manually providing your device has an emergency eject hole. -
Page 39: Issues Relevant To The Burner
11.4. Issues Relevant to the Burner This section only concerns devices supplied with a CD-RW, a combination CD/DVD read drive or a DVD-RW drive. First some information about blank discs 11.4.1. Blank CDs and DVDs Normal CDs are pressed by a glass master and then sealed. With blank discs, digital information is burned onto them using the drive’s laser. -
Page 40: Sound System
12. Sound System Your notebook comes with a high-definition audio system with 2 speakers (Dolby®*). Personal settings can be configured via the Dolby menu under the loudspeaker properties. This ensures optimum support for all current programs and games. 12.1. External Audio Connections Your Notebook has an integrated stereo speaker so you can always reproduce sound without additional devices. -
Page 41: Network Operation
13. Network Operation 13.1. What is a Network? We talk about a network when multiple computers are directly connected to one another. This allows users to transfer information and data with one another and to share their resources (printers and drives). Here are a few concrete examples: •... -
Page 42: Bluetooth
A connection can also be established to another end device with Wi-Fi functionality without an access point. Without a router, however, the network is restricted to those devices directly connected to it. If encryption is used for the transfer, the same procedure must be used for all devices. Encryption is a procedure to protect the network from unauthorised access. -
Page 43: Multimedia Card Reader
14. Multimedia Card Reader Memory cards are media that are used, e.g. in the field of digital photography. The shape and capacity of a memory card can vary depending on the manufacturer. Your Notebook supports the following formats: • MMC (MultiMediaCard) •... -
Page 44: Securing Your Notebook
17. Securing Your Notebook Your new notebook has software and hardware solutions for preventing unauthorised access. 17.1. Password Setting (Power-on) You can protect your notebook against unauthorised use with a power-on password. On switching on the notebook, a password prompt will appear on the screen. -
Page 45: Software
18. Software This section deals with the subject of software. We distinguish here between the operating system, the software (the applications), the Windows activation and the UEFI firmware configuration. PLEASE NOTE! The current Windows family currently includes Windows® 8 and Windows®... -
Page 46: Windows ® 8 - What's New
® 18.3. Windows 8 – What’s New 18.3.1. Microsoft Account A Microsoft account is an email address and password for logging in to Windows® 8. You can use any email address. We recommend using the address you use to communicate with friends and log into your favourite web sites, however. The Microsoft account also allows you to purchase or download apps from the Store and install them on up to five devices. - Page 47 18.3.3. Jump Lists Jump lists offer a practical way of calling up recently opened files. To display the recently used files, simply right-click on the application icon in the taskbar. Thus if you right-click on the Word icon, the recently used Word documents are displayed. You can also easily place other files you wish to have easily to hand in the jump list so that they are always displayed.
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Page 48: Overview
18.3.6. Home Group With home network groups, a Windows® 8 function, connecting home computers becomes child’s play. A home network group is set up automatically when you connect the first PC running Windows® 8 to the home network. Adding additional ®... -
Page 49: Linking A User Account To A Liveid
18.4.2. Setting up a Password for Windows Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Settings. Next, click Change PC settings. Select the User item. Click Change your Password and follow the instructions. 18.4.3. -
Page 50: Windows
18.6. Windows 8 Start Screen ® Once the operating system is running, you will see the new Windows® 8 Start screen. (image similar) Information such as the following may be displayed here, for example: Windows 8 App Windows 8 apps are executable programs. ®... -
Page 51: Windows® 8 Desktop
18.7. Windows® 8 Desktop This image shows a symbolic representation of additional programs. (image similar) Information such as the following may be displayed here, for example: Classic desktop Desktop apps are applications that are displayed on a desktop apps with a program thumbnail. The app thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles. - Page 52 ® 18.7.1. Working with Windows 8 and classic apps In the following table you will find instructions about working with Windows and apps. In the instructions column, the relevant process when using a mouse or a touchpad will firstly be described for every function and then the process to use in tablet mode will be shown in the second line.
- Page 53 Menu Instructions Right-click on the Start screen. Click on All Apps in the lower right corner of the display. Right-click on the desired app to highlight it. Click on Pin to taskbar in the lower left corner of the display.
- Page 54 Menu Instructions Right-click the desired app. Now click on Run as administrator at the bottom edge of the display. Press and hold your finger down on Running apps as an administrator (Only possible with desktop apps) the desired app until the context menu appears on the lower edge.
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Page 55: Using The Search Function
18.8. Using the Search Function Use the search function to find individual tasks, settings or apps quickly. Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Search. Enter the name of the app or file and select an entry from the results list on the left-hand side of the display. -
Page 56: Control Panel Settings
18.10. Control Panel Settings You can change Windows® 8 settings using the control panel. These settings control virtually everything about how Windows® 8 appears and functions and enable you to customise Windows® 8 to meet your requirements. When the control panel is run for the first time, some of the most frequently used control panel elements are displayed grouped together by category. - Page 57 18.11.1. Running System Restore After restarting, press the F11 key or start up the notebook with the F11 key held down to launch PowerRecover. Click the PowerRecover Windows ® 8 desktop app to run the program from the ®...
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Page 58: Uefi Firmware Configuration
18.12. UEFI Firmware Confi guration The UEFI firmware configuration (basic hardware configuration of your system) provides you with a number of options for the configuration and operation of your notebook. For example, you can modify the operating mode for interfaces, security features or power supply management. -
Page 59: Faq - Frequently Asked Questions
19. FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to install the discs supplied? − No All programs are preinstalled. The discs are provided as backup copies only. Where can I find the necessary drivers for my Notebook? − The drivers can be found in the second hard drive partition in the Drivers and Tools folders. -
Page 60: Customer Service
20. Customer Service 20.1. What To Do In Case of Hardware Problems Malfunctions can sometimes have quite trivial causes, but they may also be the result of defective components. We have included a brief troubleshooting guide below which may help to solve any problems. If these tips don’t do the trick, then we’ll be more than pleased to help you out. -
Page 61: Do You Need More Help
You’ve checked through the suggestions in the previous section and you’re still having problems with your device? Then call our hotline or contact us at www.medion.com. We’ll be glad to help you. Before contacting your technology centre, however, prepare the following information: •... -
Page 62: Transport
20.5. Transport Please note the following information if you wish to transport the Notebook: Switch the Notebook off. This ensures that the hard drive heads are automatically moved to a safe area to avoid damage. Remove any inserted DVDs/CDs. ... -
Page 63: Maintenance
20.6. Maintenance CAUTION! None of the parts inside the Notebook housing require cleaning or maintenance. In order to avoid any damage to the device, ensure that the plug contacts do not come into contact with water under any circumstances. If this should nevertheless occur, it is imperative that the plug contacts are rubbed dry before the device is used again. -
Page 64: Notes For Service Technicians
21.1. Notes for Service Technicians • Only service technicians may open up the Notebook housing or upgrade or modify your Notebook. • Use only original replacement parts. • Before opening the housing, disconnect all power and connecting cables and remove the battery. If the Notebook is not disconnected from the power supply before being opened, there is a risk that components could be damaged. -
Page 65: Recycling And Disposal
22. Recycling and Disposal Should you have any questions concerning the disposal please contact your dealer or customer service. Packaging Your device has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. Packaging is raw material and can be re-used or added to the recycling system. -
Page 66: European En 9241-307 Class Ii Standard
However, these approaches were mostly very complicated and varied from one manufacturer to the next. When handling warranty issues for all of its display products, MEDION therefore adheres to the strict and transparent requirements of the standard ISO 9241-307, Class II; which has been briefly summarised below. -
Page 67: Fcc Compliance Statement
Cluster Cluster Resolution Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 1, type 2 Type 3 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 854 1280 x 1024 1366 x 768 1400 x 1050 1600 x 900 1920 x 1080 23.1. FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. -
Page 68: Legal Notice
Subject to technical and optical changes as well as printing errors. The operating manual can be reordered via the service hotline and is available for download via the service portal at www.medion.com/gb/service/start/. You can also scan the QR code above and download the operating manual onto your mobile device via the service portal. -
Page 69: Index
25. Index Jump Lists ............46 Audio Connections ........39 Kensington Security Lock .......43 Audio out............18 Keyboard ............17 Battery Mode ..........23 LAN Port ............18 Charging the Battery ......23 LiveID .............48 Discharging the Battery .....23 Logging in to Windows ......47 Battery Performance ........23 Setting a PIN for Windows ....48 Blank CDs and DVDs .........38 Setting Up an Image Code for... - Page 70 Power-on Password ......43 Sleep ..............54 Software ............43 Windows® 8 – What’s New ....45 Windows activation ......44 Taskbar ............45 Touchpad............17 Two-Finger Touchpad Operation ..33 Transport ............61 Upgrades/Modifications ......62 Information on Laser Radiation ..63 Upgrading/Modifying and Repair Notes for Service Technicians ...63 USB 3.0-Ports ..........18 USB Ports ............18 Views ..............17...
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