Medion S5612, Manual

Page 1: ...s 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 information about your Notebook as well as useful links accessible via the World Wide Web We have listed further useful sources of information starting on page 54 Document Your No...

Page 2: ...omer 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 Copyright 2008 MEDION 10 09 2009 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...

Page 3: ...TTE 9 Touch Pad 9 Battery Operation 10 Views Handling 11 Included with Your Notebook 13 Views 14 Open Notebook 14 Left Side 15 Right Side 15 Device Indicators 16 Getting Started 17 How to start 17 Step 1 17 Step 2 18 Step 3 19 Short Description of the Windows Desktop 20 Main Components 23 Power Supply 25 On Off Button 25 Power Adapter 25 Battery Operation 26 Inserting the Battery 27 Removing the B...

Page 4: ...e key 40 Touch Pad 41 Operating the touchpad with several fingers 42 The Hard Drive 43 Important Directories 44 The Sound Card 45 External Audio Ports 46 The Network 47 What is a network 47 Ethernet Network 47 Wireless LAN 48 Troubleshooting within the Network 49 The Multimedia Card Reader 50 Inserting Memory Cards 50 Removing Memory Cards 50 Webcam 51 Actual example using Windows Messenger 51 eSA...

Page 5: ...urity 73 Maintenance Programs 73 System Restore 74 Correction 74 Windows Update 75 Windows Update Information for Data Security 76 System Restore 77 Limits of the Recovery 77 Carrying out a Restore 78 FAQ Frequently Asked Questions 79 Customer Service 80 Localize the Cause 80 Check Cables and Connections 80 Errors And Possible Causes 81 Additional Support 82 Driver Support 82 Transporting the Note...

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Page 7: ...calls from mobiles could be higher Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Chapter 1 Safety and Maintenance Subject Page Safety Instructions 3 Data Security 4 Set up Location 4 Ambient Temperature 5 Working in Comfort 6 Connecting 7 Information about the regulatory compliance according to R TTE 9 Touch Pad 9 Battery Operation 10 ...

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Page 9: ...penings in the notebook serve to ventilate it Do not cover up these openings because the notebook could overheat The notebook is not intended to be operated in a heavy industry company Operation under extreme environmental conditions can result in damage to your notebook Do not operate the notebook during a thunderstorm in order to avoid damage through lightning strike Never place objects on top o...

Page 10: ...a 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 al...

Page 11: ...at temperatures between 32 and 140 F 0 and 60 C Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make especially 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 damaged by power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network Wait until the notebook has reached ambient room temperature before tu...

Page 12: ...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 sh...

Page 13: ...use the notebook with a power adaptor operating at AC 110 240V 50 60 Hz For details on power consumption 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 requi...

Page 14: ...abinets mobile 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 supplied with the notebook si...

Page 15: ...tly none of the other EU countries have any restrictions For use in other countries please obtain information about the applicable regulations locally The company declares herewith that these devices are in agreement with the fundamental requirements and the other relevant terms of the 1999 5 EG Guideline Complete declarations of conformity are available under www medion com conformity Touch Pad L...

Page 16: ...r serviceable parts Keep the battery away from electrically conductive materials chemical 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 before recharging it Replace the battery only with the same type or an equivalent type recommended by...

Page 17: ...harged at 7p per min from a standard landline calls from mobiles could be higher Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Chapter 2 Views Handling Subject Page Included with your notebook 13 Open notebook 14 Left side 15 Right side 15 Power and status indicators 16 Getting started 17 ...

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Page 19: ... be higher 13 Safety Handling Components Aid 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 Notebook Battery Power adapter with connection cable Model FSP065 ASC Application Support Disc OEM version of operating system Documentation ...

Page 20: ...d at 7p per min from a standard landline calls from mobiles could be higher 14 Views Open Notebook Diagram the same 1 Webcam p 51 2 Display p 33 3 Power ON OFF p 25 4 Sensor surrounding illumination p 38 5 Device indicators p 16 6 Touchpad p 41 7 Keyboard p 38 9 Microphone 1 2 3 5 7 6 8 4 ...

Page 21: ...er 15 Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Left Side Diagram the same 9 LAN port RJ 45 p 47 10 External monitor port VGA p 35 11 HDMI connector p 35 12 USB port p 52 13 eSATA port p 52 Right Side Diagram the same 12 USB port p 52 14 Multimedia card reader p 50 15 Line in microphone p 46 16 Line out p 46 17 Power socket p 25 9 10 11 12 13 14 12 12 15 6 16 17 ...

Page 22: ...h LED is ECO Indicator This LED lights when the ECO function is activated WLAN Indicator This LED lights when the WLAN function is activated Capital Lock This LED lights when CAPS Lock has been activated Caps Lock This sets the keyboard to capital letters Num Lock This LED lights when NUM Lock has been activated NumLk Battery LED Below you will see the different meanings of the LED in various situ...

Page 23: ...ve to install any of the discs supplied How to start Step 1 Insert the battery before bringing the notebook into operation by sliding the battery pack into the compartment Lock the battery under all circumstances in order to avoid it falling out unintentionally Connect the supplied power adapter to the notebook at the notebook power socket 17 Connect the power adapter via a power cable to a free A...

Page 24: ...set up the loading process takes slightly longer than normal to register the operating system and the individual components completely Your operating system is finished loading when a welcome screen is shown on your display Step 2 Follow the instructions on the screen Dialogue boxes will explain any steps that need to be taken The greeting procedure will guide you through a series of dialogue boxe...

Page 25: ...dix Only by doing 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 guaran...

Page 26: ...isplay a full screen preview of the particular window If you move the cursor away from the miniature the full screen preview will close Windows Search Windows Search helps you find almost all data located on the notebook quickly and easily With Windows 7 you get search results with greater relevance and they are easier to understand Program Bar The most commonly used software programs are listed h...

Page 27: ...ould however consult Help and Support on the potential effects of certain changes System tray System tray on the current time When certain events occur for example upon receipt of an e mail message or upon opening the task manager it may happen that too many notification symbols are displayed in this field Windows displays a notification symbol when an event occurs After a short time Windows place...

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Page 29: ...line calls from mobiles could be higher Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Chapter 3 Main Components Subject Page Power Supply 25 Display 31 Data entry 38 Hard Drive 43 Sound Card 45 Network 47 WLAN 48 The Multi Card Reader 50 Webcam 51 eSATA Port 52 Universal Serial Bus USB Port 53 Securing the Notebook 54 Software 55 ...

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Page 31: ...ed for more than 4 seconds Warning Do not switch off your notebook while the hard disk is running Otherwise data may be lost To protect the hard disk you should always wait for 20 seconds after powering down the notebook before powering it up again Power Adapter Your notebook is supplied with a universal AC power adapter which automatically adjusts to the available power source The following level...

Page 32: ... 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 or set the adapter to OFF 0 Warning Use only the power adapter and power cord supplied with your notebook Battery Operation Note Please charge and discharge the new battery completely two to three times in succession so that it will ac...

Page 33: ...ing the Battery Slide the battery into the battery compartment Lock the battery under all circumstances in order to avoid it falling out unintentionally Removing the Battery 1 Make sure that the notebook is switched off and is not connected to the electricity network 2 Turn the notebook over 3 Unlock the battery by pushing the catch to the Unlock position and 4 Remove the battery by holding the ej...

Page 34: ...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 takes a significantly longer time Note The charging process will be interrupted if the temperature 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 bec...

Page 35: ... 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 Note If you ignore the warning signal when the battery level is low your notebook goes into hibernate mode Warning Never remove the battery while the notebook is switched on or if the no...

Page 36: ...e working prior to the interruption The computer takes less time to go into and come out of sleep mode but uses more power than hibernate mode Hibernate Mode 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 t...

Page 37: ...ECO function on off The ECO function is switched on or off by means the Fn F5 key combination The following will appear if the ECO function is switched on and the operation indicator will shine green see P 16 Making settings The ECO function must have been deactivated in order to make settings 1 Press the key combination Fn F5 The following will appear 2 Now click on the icon in the Taskbar with t...

Page 38: ...2 You will be able to select which functions in this Menu should be deactivated to save energy in battery operation if the ECO mode has been switched on Attention The ECO function can only be used in battery operation Note You laptop is set in its delivery status so that the WLAN function and the webcam will be deactivated if the ECO function has been switched off ...

Page 39: ...bs and index finger and position it as desired Warning To avoid damage to the TFT Display never open it more than 120º Do not forcibly open it 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 1366 x 768 pixels Using a higher resolution can lead to distortion of the display espe...

Page 40: ...age the screensaver Active Desktop web and additional settings of your display and your graphics card for example The program can be started in the following way Right mouse click on the Windows interface Desktop and left mouse click on Personalization or Via Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization with a double click with the left mouse button The following adjustment possibilities are...

Page 41: ...xternal Monitor The notebook has a VGA port 10 for connecting an external monitor 1 Shut down your notebook 2 Connect the video signal cable of the external monitor to the VGA port of the notebook 10 Alternatively you can use the digital HDMI interface High Definition Multimedia Interface 11 to transfer image and sound signals 3 Connect the external monitor to the electrical socket and power it up...

Page 42: ...will be determined after the operating system has been loaded Several possibilities will be available to you You will call them up as follows 1 A right click on the display 2 Select the Screen Resolution option in the selection window 3 Select from the following options under Multiple displays Duplicate these displays Extend these displays Show desktop only on 1 Show desktop only on 2 ...

Page 43: ... on both devices in the case of this mode Extend the Desktop An empty Desktop will be shown on the second external monitor in this mode Windows from the first screen can be pushed to the second screen and vice versa The screen resolution and the colour quality of the individual display devices can be set individually under Start System control Appearance and Personalization Only display the Deskto...

Page 44: ...play to the surrounding illumination You will activate or deactivate the sensor for the adjustment of the display to the surrounding illumination with this key combination Fn F2 Toggles the display screen between internal monitor external monitor and simultaneous display Fn F3 Touchpad Enables or disables the touchpad Fn F4 Programmable P1 key You will activate or deactivate the user defined P1 ke...

Page 45: ...g Components Aid Appendix Fn F8 WLAN Enables or disables the WLAN function WLAN on WLAN off Fn F12 Standby Save energy This key combination is set to shut down as standard Please go through Personalization Energy Options in order to adjust this key combination to your needs Fn Decreases the volume Fn Increases the volume Fn Enhances screen brightness Fn Reduces screen brightness ...

Page 46: ...Press the Fn F4 key combination The following Window will open 2 Click on Browse to give the key a function 3 Select a program and click on Open 4 Confirm your selection with OK in the following Window Changing the use of the key 1 Click on lower right section of the taskbar on the screen with the right mouse button if you wish to change or remove the use of the key 2 Then click on and you will be...

Page 47: ...ined on the touchpad by the movement of your finger in the normal mode Caution Do not use a ball point pen or other object on the touch pad as this could damage or cause a malfunction 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...

Page 48: ...ble to carry out the following commands with your touchpad Illustration Command Function Move object Click on the oject to be moved with 1 finger Double click and hold then move the object to the required location Enlarge reduce in size Hold 2 fingers on the touchpad and pull them apart enlarge or push them together reduce in size Image down image up Move 2 fingers upwards or downwards Image to th...

Page 49: ...ms and backup files are located on the hard drive and reduce its total capacity The hard drive is addressed as drive C and D Note Never switch off the computer while the busy indicator is lit since this may result in loss of data A flickering hard drive display is your indication that the notebook is accessing the hard drive Usually your hard disk is divided into more partitions The configuration ...

Page 50: ...or the functionality of the system could be at risk C The master directory of drive C includes important files required to start Windows In the factory setting these files are hidden for safety reasons C Program Files As the name suggests in this directory programs install the files belonging to the application C Windows The main directory of Windows This is where the files of the operating system...

Page 51: ...tereo 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 Microsoft 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 Click on Mixer in order to open the volume mixer By using the keys Fn...

Page 52: ...ernal 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 volume for a long ...

Page 53: ...fice Users can share a printer in a network and save their data on a central server Users can share one modem among computers for Internet access Two or more computers can be connected to play network games or share data Ethernet Network If your notebook has an Ethernet connection you can use this to connect to a network The following explanation refers to notebooks with a network connector Connec...

Page 54: ...ternet Access authorizations are normally needed A fee may be required to use a public access point To set up a wireless network to share Internet 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 sol...

Page 55: ...te What might be the problem Maybe one of the used network boards works with a different speed e g 10 instead 100 Mbit s and your network computer is unable to recognize this If necessary set the network driver to the compatible 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 configuration The data transmission is...

Page 56: ...orts the following formats MMC MultiMediaCard SD Secure Digital When inserting memory cards ensure that the contacts are facing the right way See table below Incorrect insertion of a card can cause damage to the card reader and or the card Card type Contacts SD Secure Digital MMC MultiMediaCard pointing downwards pointing downwards Inserting Memory Cards Note Memory cards can only be installed in ...

Page 57: ...ws Messenger and create a user account if you do not already have one This service is free of charge You only pay the cost of your Internet connection 2 Select your contact from the list and click on the camera icon below your display image A wizard helps you optimize the settings of your speakers microphone and webcam Follow the instructions on your screen 3 Click on Finish to transmit your image...

Page 58: ... eSATA stands for external Serial ATA and is used for connecting external hard disks Unlike common USB standards the transmission speed of an eSATA connection is higher than that of external USB hard disks Remove S ATA devices Before removing an S ATA hard disk from your notebook click on the icon Safely remove hardware in the task bar and then on the hard disk to be removed ...

Page 59: ...ook 12 You can use any USB device with any USB port Your notebook will have 3 USB 2 0 connection sockets USB 1 1 compatible 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 Note Some USB devices require that you reinstall software drivers when you connect the device to a d...

Page 60: ...nst 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 be able to delete your password if you forget it Contact your customer Service if you loose your password You can also use the security options of Windows in ...

Page 61: ...t they are easier to use Moving the cursor over the symbols will display miniatures of each file or each window open in the program Moving the cursor over the miniature displays a full screen preview of the particular window Moving the cursor away from the miniature closes the full screen preview Jump lists Jump lists offer a practical possibility when opening files which you have recently worked ...

Page 62: ... open windows transparent so that the Desktop and all the mini applications located on it will be instantly visible Click on the Titlebar of the window shake it and all open windows will be displayed as symbols on the Taskbar Shake the window again and the other windows will be displayed again Better device management Windows 7 enables you to close manage and use all devices through the Devices an...

Page 63: ...le that it is as if all files were located on one single hard drive This allows you to store digital photos on the computer in your home office and then enjoy easy access to them from a laptop in any other room in the house Similarly the printer in home office is automatically released for all PCs in the house as long as they are all in the home network group Beginners and persons changing from ot...

Page 64: ...dline calls from mobiles could be higher 58 Windows 7 Getting Started Learn everything you need to know about the features of the notebook It is the aim of this feature to enable both beginners and experienced users to make additional setting for the optimal use of Windows 7 after first bringing the Notebook into operation ...

Page 65: ... about changes to your computer Back up your files Add new users to your computer Change the size of the text on your screen Use Getting Started 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 potential problems You will call up Getting Started as follows 1 Click on Start 2 Sel...

Page 66: ... frequently used elements of the Control Panel are displayed by category For further information on any element in the Control Panel category view hold the cursor over the symbol or category name and read the pop up display text To open one of these elements click on the associated symbol or category name For a few of these elements a list with executable tasks will open with a selection of indivi...

Page 67: ...You will start your individual entertainment as follows 1 Turn on your notebook 2 Click on Start 3 Click on Windows Media Center An overview of the Windows Media Center functions is below Main menu Sub menu TV Films Recordings You will have the possibility of recording broadcasts if you connect a TV tuner You can play back the broadcasts recorded delete them or burn them on external media through ...

Page 68: ... through this sub menu Synchronising If you connect an external device such as an MP3 player or a digital camera you will be able to synchronise the respective data to an external device with the notebook through this sub menu Extension set up You will be able to set up a Windows Media Center extension by means of this sub menu You will be able to access the data on your notebook by means of a cab...

Page 69: ...ble to start the selected playback of an album an artist or a selected title here Play back everything You will start the playback of all the files stored in your music library by means of this sub menu Radio You will have the possibility of listening to a radio broadcaster and to administrate it if you have external radio tuner hardware available Search You will be able to search for music titles...

Page 70: ... may find that during the installation procedure important files may be changed or even cancelled To avoid further problems in using older files after an installation make sure you safeguard your hard disk See page 73 for further information regarding data backup How to Install your Software Please follow the instruction of the software vendor We will describe a typical installation Once you inser...

Page 71: ...n All Programs 3 Open the Accessories program point 4 Select the item Run 5 Now enter the letter of the CD ROM drive followed by a colon and the program name setup 6 Click on OK 7 Follow the instruction given by the program Software Uninstallation In order to remove installed software from your notebook follow the next steps 1 Click on Start 2 Click on Control Panel 3 Then select the Programs opti...

Page 72: ...is due to the pre activated SLP version which runs with a special Product ID However activation needs your unique Product ID which can be found on the Certificate of Authenticity sticker on your notebook housing When you call please inform your agent that you are running an OEM SLP version of the software Product activation on your Notebook In few cases it may still be required to activate Windows...

Page 73: ...ttings available for your notebook For example 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...

Page 74: ...are BullGuard Antispyware protects your PC from all known kinds of spyware and adware by searching and cleaning files registry keys processes and cookies protecting you from identity theft and the loss of personal information Spamfilter The BullGuard Spamfilter will protect you from annoying spam and potentially costly phishing attempts a key tool in keeping your Inbox free from unsolicited mail B...

Page 75: ...ill not be protected against new viruses The purchase of various subscriptions through BullGuard is possible in order to always receive the most up to date information and updates A subscription will be purchased on the internet and carried out without complications An additional release or the entering of a licence is not necessary Neither changes nor additional settings will have to be made The ...

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Page 77: ...re charged at 7p per min from a standard landline calls from mobiles could be higher Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Chapter 4 First Aid Subject Page Data and System Security 73 System Restore 74 FAQ 79 Customer Service 80 Upgrades and Repairs 85 Recycling and Disposal 86 ...

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Page 79: ...a 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 System Tools within the Start menu You should make a backup disk with all your passwords and the operating system s original configuration Maintenance Programs You can avoid some hardware and software errors with the help programs such as D...

Page 80: ...ogram file under Accessories System Tools We recommend setting a recovery point before installing new software or drivers At this point if the system does not run properly this recovery point should enable you to return to a workable configuration without deleting newly created documents In the next paragraph you will find your options for the repair of an incorrect installation Correction Windows...

Page 81: ...r 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 need...

Page 82: ...lowing Version number of the operating system Version number of Internet Explorer Version numbers of additional software programs Plug 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...

Page 83: ... of the Recovery 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 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 ...

Page 84: ...e restoration menu 5 Click on Next 6 You may now choose between two forms of restoration Restore to HDD no backup of user data All data on the notebook are irretrievably erased restoring delivery condition Restore to HDD with backed up user data Delivery condition is restored and all user data under C User are preserved Warning When using the option with backed up user data the restoration procedu...

Page 85: ...ackup copies What is the Windows activation Your operating instructions include a chapter about this subject When do I have to activate Windows Your software has been preactivated in the factory An activation will only be required if several components are replaced by others you installed a new motherboard a different BIOS version has been installed you install the software on to another computer ...

Page 86: ... In battery mode connect the notebook to the power adapter and ensure that the battery is charged up 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 Switch off the notebook and check all cable connections Check the connections to peripherals Do not exchange cables even though they may look simi...

Page 87: ...h The notebook switches itself off during operation The accumulator could be empty Connect the notebook by means of the network adapter and charge the accumulator The notebook cannot be switched on Operate the notebook by means of the accumulator and check whether it is correctly inserted and charged Incorrect time and date display Click the time display in the task bar and set the correct values ...

Page 88: ...red What steps have you already undertaken to solve the problem Have you upgraded or removed drivers or hardware Can you manually repeat the problem If you have been given a customer number previously please have this available Driver Support This notebook has been extensively tested in our laboratories with a large number of compatible devices It fulfils all required standards and complies with t...

Page 89: ... 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 immediately before a long journey Enquire about the electricity and communication provision at the location before a journey Acquire the necessa...

Page 90: ...damp lint free cloth to clean the notebook Do not use any solvents corrosive or gaseous cleaning agents 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 Care of the TFT Display Always close the notebook when not in use Avoid touching or scratching the surface of the screen as it is easily damaged Make sure t...

Page 91: ... 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 notebo...

Page 92: ...he options for environmentally friendly disposal Batteries 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 Notebook is stored in a packaging Packaging is produced mostly from materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and be professionally recycled ...

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Page 95: ...ass II Active matrix LCDs TFT with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixel which are in turn composed of three sub pixels each red green blue contain about 3 4 million addressable transistors 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 p...

Page 96: ... 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 Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Cluster Type 1 Type 2 Cluster Type 3 1024 x 768 2 2 4 0 2 1280 x 854 3 3 6 0 3 1280 x 1024 3 3 7 0 3 1366 x 768 3 3 7 0 3 1400 x 1050 3 3 8 0 3 Example A 17 SXGA display consists of 1280 horizontal and 1024 vertical picture dot...

Page 97: ...dio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Incr...

Page 98: ...ging the battery 28 Checking the battery level 29 Connectors External monitor 35 Power socket 15 Sound card 45 USB 53 Control panel 60 Control Panel Disk Management 43 Customer service 80 D Data and system security 73 Data entry 38 Data security 4 73 Directories 44 Discharging the battery 28 Display 33 Opening and closing the display 33 Screen resolution 33 Driver Support 82 E ECO function Switch ...

Page 99: ...Power Management 30 Power supply 7 Battery operation 26 Main operation 25 Hibernate Mode 30 Sleep Mode 30 Product activation on your notebook 66 Program bar 20 Q Quality ii R R TTE 9 Recycling and Disposal 86 Removing the battery 27 Repairs 85 Running the Bios Setup 67 S Safety and maintenance 1 Safety instructions 3 Care of the display 84 Data Security 4 Maintenance 84 Ambient Temperature 5 Batte...

Page 100: ...s 85 V Views Card reader 15 Device indicators 14 Keyboard 14 LAN port 15 Power ON OFF 14 Power socket 15 Touchpad 14 USB Port 15 VGA 15 Webcam 14 W Webcam 51 Windows activation 66 Windows Media Center 61 Windows 7 User account control 59 Battery device management 56 Control panel 60 Getting started 58 Help and Support 57 Homegroup 57 Improved Desktop 56 Improved taskbar 55 Jump lists 55 News 55 Qu...