Medion Erazer Beast X25, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...43 9 cm 17 3 Notebook Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...4 4 8 Information about the Touchpad 15 4 9 Protecting the Display 16 4 10 Data backup 16 4 11 Ergonomics 16 5 Included with your Notebook 18 6 Unpacking 18 7 Views and description of the controls 19 7 1 0pen Notebook 19 7 2 Right Side 20 7 3 Left Side 20 7 4 Rear Side 21 8 Power Supply 21 8 1 On Off Switch 21 9 Preparation for Starting Up 21 9 1 Starting the Notebook 22 10 AC Power 23 11 Battery ...

Page 3: ...ecover optional 33 20 2 System Restore with Windows Recovery Options 34 21 UEFI Configuration 35 21 1 Executing the UEFI Configuration 35 22 FAQs Frequently Asked Questions 36 23 Customer Service 37 23 1 What To Do in Case of Hardware Problems 37 23 2 Find the Cause 38 23 3 Do You Need More Help 38 23 4 Driver Support 38 23 5 Transport 39 23 6 Cleaning and Maintenance 39 23 7 Storage when not in u...

Page 4: ...ese operating instructions They are an essential component of the product 1 1 Explanation of Symbols If a block of text is marked with one of the warning symbols listed below the hazard described in that text must be avoided to prevent the potential consequences described there from occurring DANGER Warning of immediate risk of fatal injury WARNING Warning danger of electric shock WARNING Warning ...

Page 5: ... wireless LAN solution use in EU countries is only permitted inside buildings Indoor use Devices with this symbol are only suitable for use indoors Fig A Fig B Polarity symbols On devices with barrel connectors these symbols indicate the polarity of the plug There are two variants for the polarity either the inner contact is positive and the outer contact is negative Fig A or the inner contact is ...

Page 6: ...deemed improper and can cause personal injury or damage to the product Do not use the device in extreme environmental conditions 2 EU Declaration of Conformity MEDION AG hereby declares that this product conforms with the essential requirements and the remaining relevant regulations RE Directive 2014 53 EU Ecodesign Directive 2009 125 EC and Ecodesign Regulation 2019 1782 RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU...

Page 7: ...ngary MT Malta NL Netherlands NO Norway PL Poland PT Portugal RO Romania SI Slovenia SK Slovakia TR Turkey FI Finland SE Sweden CH Switzerland UK NI Northern Ireland HR Croatia 2 1 Information on WLAN Frequency range 2 4 GHz 5 GHz Wi Fi standard 802 11 a b g n ac ax Encryption WEP WPA WPA2 WPA3 Frequency range MHz Channel Max transmission power dBm WLAN 2 4 Ghz 2400 2483 5 1 13 20 WLAN 5 Ghz 5150 ...

Page 8: ...Other trademarks and brand names are the property of the respective owner 4 Safety Instructions 4 1 Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics This device may be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with limited physical sensory or mental abilities or by those without experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe u...

Page 9: ...ervice life Liquids penetrating the device may impair the electrical safety of the product Avoid exposing the device to water droplets or spray and do not place anything containing water e g vases on or near the device Do not pour any fluids into the device 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 s...

Page 10: ... noises can be heard coming from the mains adapter or the notebook or you notice smoke rising from the notebook or mains adapter the AC adapter or the attached power cable or plug is burnt or damaged Replace faulty mains cables mains adaptors only with original parts These parts should not be repaired under any circumstances the device housing is damaged or liquid has penetrated into the device Ha...

Page 11: ...device in those areas where the air is polluted with fine particles e g flour dust or sawdust Keep your notebook and all connected devices away from moisture and avoid dust heat and direct sunlight Non compliance with these instructions can lead to faults or damage to the notebook Do not use the notebook outdoors because external elements such as rain snow etc could damage it Setupandoperateallcom...

Page 12: ...ge for a longer period the notebook can be stored between 0 C 32 F and 25 C 77 F although storage at 20 C 68 F 5 C 41 F is recommended During a thunderstorm unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet For extra safety we recommend using an overvoltage protection device to prevent the notebook from sustaining damage as a result of power surges or lightning strikes NOTICE Risk of damage Large changes...

Page 13: ...e mains plug from the power outlet Do not pull on the cable to avoid damage As long as the power adapter is connected to the mains it will always consume a small amount of power Plug the notebook s AC adapter into AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz earthed sockets only If you are not sure about the power supply at the set up location please ask your electricity supplier For extra safety we recommend using an ov...

Page 14: ...ry must be replaced by a service technician 4 7 Cabling Position the cables so that they cannot be stepped on or might cause a risk for tripping To avoid damaging the cables do not place any objects on them Do not connect peripheral devices such as keyboards mouse and monitor etc when the notebook is switched on to avoid damage to the notebook or the devices Some devices may also be connected whil...

Page 15: ...r notebook to avoid possible interference 4 8 Information about the Touchpad NOTICE Risk of damage The touchpad is a highly sensitive input device and it will respond to a light touch and minimal pressure Never use undue force to operate the touchpad as this could damage or destroy it The touchpad is operated with the thumb or another finger and reacts to the energy given out by the skin Dust or g...

Page 16: ...of injury If this happens pick up the shattered pieces wearing protective gloves and send them to your service centre for professional disposal Finally wash your hands with soap as the pieces may have been contaminated with chemicals Avoid contact between the display and hard objects e g buttons wristwatch 4 10 Data backup Back up your data to external storage media before each update We do not ac...

Page 17: ...tebook screen can prevent dazzling reflections and excessive bright dark contrast etc In many cases an improvement can also be achieved by using slats or vertical blinds on the windows partition walls or by changing the artificial lighting equipment Take regular breaks when working at your notebook to prevent tenseness and fatigue Sitting for a long time without changing position can be uncomforta...

Page 18: ...e commonly used 5 Included with your Notebook Risk of suffocation Packaging material is not a toy There is a risk of suffocation if plastic packaging is swallowed or used inappropriately Keep packaging material e g plastic film or bags away from children Check your purchase to ensure all items are included and contact us within 14 days of purchase if anything is missing If there is any damage plea...

Page 19: ...1 0pen Notebook 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 8 similar picture 1 Webcam 2 Microphones 3 Display 4 ON OFF switch 5 Battery charge indicator This indicator flashes when the battery is being charged The indicator goes out when the battery is charged 6 Keyboard ...

Page 20: ...ouchpad 9 Gaming Mode Office Mode Turbo Mode Switch Turbo Mode optional 10 LED Webcam 7 2 Right Side 11 12 13 similar picture 11 microSD Card Slot 12 USB Port 3 1 type A 13 Ventilation Openings 7 3 Left Side Z 13 14 16 15 17 similar picture 13 Ventilation Openings 14 Kensington Lock 15 USB Port 3 1 type A 16 Microphone In 17 Headphone Connection ...

Page 21: ...f the notebook before switching it back on again 9 Preparation for Starting Up To operate your notebook safety and ensure a long service life you have to 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 Connect the suppli...

Page 22: ...t off during the initial installation This may adversely affect the installation Do not switch off the notebook until after the installation has been completed successfully and the startup screen appears 9 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 b...

Page 23: ...ally adapts to the available power source The following values are supported AC 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Observe the safety information concerning the power supply The adapter supplies the notebook with power and also charges the battery Your battery will also be charged while you work on your notebook with the AC adapter connected The AC adapter also consumes power when the notebook is not connected to...

Page 24: ...ificantly longer The charging process is interrupted if the temperature gets too high Left click on the battery symbol in the taskbar to display the battery status and if necessary use the F1 key to open Windows Help 11 1 2 Discharging the Battery Operate the notebook on battery power until it turns itself off due to low battery charge NOTICE Loss of data A sudden power failure may result in the l...

Page 25: ...e AC power cord or uninstall the battery pack or switch off the wall outlet if the computer would be left unused for a certain time to achieve zero energy consumption The power management feature allows the computer to initiate a lower power or Sleep mode after a period of user inactivity To take advantage of these potential energy savings the power management feature has been preset to behave in ...

Page 26: ...ening and closing of the display can be assigned different functions e g power save hibernate and shut down via Settings System Mains operation and Power save 13 2 Connecting an External Monitor The Notebook has an HDMI port for an external monitor In case of connection via the HDMI connection port shut down your notebook as normal Connect the signal cable for the external monitor not supplied to ...

Page 27: ...ws macros and function buttons Press Fn F2 again to unlock macros once more Fn F3 Display Switches the screen display between LCD external display and duplicate display Fn F4 Airplane mode Switches the airplane mode on or off Fn F5 Touchpad Switches the touchpad on and off Fn F6 Keyboard lightning Brightness down Fn F7 Keyboard lightning Brightness up Fn F8 Mute Switches the sound on or off Fn F9 ...

Page 28: ... as changes to the basic settings of the equaliser drivers software or operating system generates excessive acoustic pressure and can lead to damage or loss of hearing Beforepressingplay setthevolumetothelowestsetting Start playback and increase the volume to a comfortable level 16 Network Operation 16 1 Network Connection Connect one end of a cable with a RJ45 connection western jack to your Note...

Page 29: ...lators Keep the product at least 20 cm away from these devices as radio signals and electromagnetic radiation may affect their functionality The radio waves emitted may cause interference to hearing aids 16 2 2 Data security The manufacturer is not liable for data loss due to unsecured access by third parties Secure your WLAN network with suitable encryption so that third parties cannot access you...

Page 30: ...e another wirelessly Bluetooth wireless technology has numerous possible applications A few of them are listed below Creating a wireless Internet connection using a mobile phone Transferring files between computers or between a computer and another device Printing using a Bluetooth printer Using a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse Connecting to a PAN Personal Area Network The Bluetooth wireless technol...

Page 31: ...onsumables and must be replaced after a long period of use You will find information on write protection for your memory card in the relevant operating instructions 18 USB Port The universal serial bus is a standard for connecting input devices scanners and other peripherals The USB 3 1 ports are fully backwards compatible Due to the arrangement of the contacts the plug will only fit into the sock...

Page 32: ... the notebook Keep your password in a safe place If you forget your password you have no way of deleting it If this happens contact your service centre You can also use the Windows security options to protect your data against unauthorised access 19 2 Kensington Security Lock you can use a so called Kensington security lock to protect your notebook against theft This security lock complete with ca...

Page 33: ...talling Windows on your notebook First ensure that you have backed up all important data and programs 20 1 1 Start System Restore Restart the device and press the F11 button during the boot process to start PowerRecover or Click on the PowerRecover app in the Start menu to start the program You will be offered the following options Create driver and tool rescue media The drivers and tools will be ...

Page 34: ...h your device Your personal files and settings are retained Windows is also reinstalled when you reset your device However your files settings and apps except for the apps pre installed on the device are deleted If your notebook does not start properly three times in a row the Windows recovery menu automatically appears 20 2 1 How to Refresh your Notebook Open the start menu Select the Settings ap...

Page 35: ...nfiguration 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 The notebook has already been configured by the manufacturer to ensure optimum operation NOTICE Loss of data The notebook has already been configured by the manufacturer to ens...

Page 36: ...ing system then treats it like a new device and tries to reinstall it Use the installed driver or connect the device to the port on which it was originally installed The notebook will not switch on If the notebook is in battery mode connect the notebook to the AC adapter and check that the battery is charged or being charged If you are already operating the notebook using the AC adapter disconnect...

Page 37: ...Click with the right mouse button in the area highlighted above Select the first option shown and confirm your selection by clicking the left mouse button Now keep clicking on Next until Finish appears and click on it to confirm The hard drive will be visible in Windows Explorer and available for use after a few seconds For questions about the operating system please use the system s built in help...

Page 38: ... you use What messages if any appear What software were you using when the problem occurred What steps have you already taken to try and rectify the problem 23 4 Driver Support The system has been thoroughly and successfully tested with the installed drivers in our test laboratory It is normal in the computer sector however for the drivers to need updating from time to time This is because there m...

Page 39: ...ower adapter before departure When going through the hand luggage check at the airport it is recommended that you send the notebook and all magnetic storage media e g external hard drives through the x ray facility the device that scans your bags Avoid the magnetic sensor the structure that you walk through or the magnetic hand scanner the manual device used by security personnel as this may destr...

Page 40: ... 24 Upgrading Modifying and Repair Upgrades and modifications to your notebook should only be carried out by qualified specialists If you do not have the necessary qualifications have the work carried out by a qualified service technician Please contact your customer service department if you have technical problems with your notebook If a repair must be carried out please contact only our authori...

Page 41: ...electronic scrap 26 Information on Display Errors 26 1 European EN ISO 9241 307 Class II Standard Due to the very high number of transistors and the associated extremely complex manufacturing processes used occasionally one or more pixels can fail or become incorrectly controlled In the past there were a number of approaches for defining the permitted number of pixel defects However these approach...

Page 42: ...el e g permanently illuminated at half brightness one colour not illuminated flashing or flickering but not type 1 or 2 Supplement Type 3 cluster failure of two or more sub pixels within a 5 x 5 pixel block A cluster is a field of 5 x 5 pixels 15 x 5 sub pixels EN ISO 9241 307 error 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 800 3 3 6 ...

Page 43: ...u can also contact our Service team via our hotline or by post Opening times Hotline number UK Mon Fri 08 00 20 00 Sat Sun 10 00 16 00 0333 3213106 Hotline number Ireland 1 800 992508 Service address MEDION Electronics Ltd 120 Faraday Park Faraday Road Dorcan Swindon SN3 5JF Wiltshire United Kingdom You can download this and many other sets of operating instruc tions from our service portal at www...

Page 44: ...d therefore rely on processing your data for the sales contract concluded with us Your data will be provided to repairers contracted to us for the purpose of warran ty processing and associated processes We generally store your personal data for a period of three years in order to fulfil your legal warranty rights You have the right to be informed of the personal data concerned as well as the righ...

Page 45: ...ngs System restore 33 FAQ Frequently Asked Questions 36 I Included with your Notebook 18 K Keyboard 27 Shortcuts 27 L Licence Agreement 23 N Network Operation 28 Requirements 29 Wi Fi Wireless Network 28 Notes for Service Technicians 40 O Operational Safety 9 P Pixel Defect Types 42 Power Management Power Options 25 Power Supply 21 On Off Switch 21 Preparation for Starting Up 21 Proper Use 6 R Rec...