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eSATA Port .................................................................................................... 60

Remove S-ATA Devices .............................................................................. 60

Securing the Notebook ................................................................................. 61

Startup Password ...................................................................................... 61

Using a safety lock ..................................................................................... 61

Software ........................................................................................................ 62

Getting to Know Windows® 7 .................................................................... 62

Windows

7 - News .............................................................................. 62

Windows

7 - Help and Support ........................................................... 64

Windows

7 – Getting Started .............................................................. 65

Windows

7 - User Account Control ..................................................... 66

Windows

7 – Control Panel ................................................................. 67

Windows Media Center ............................................................................. 68

Installation of Software.............................................................................. 71

How to Install your Software ............................................................... 71

Software Uninstallation ........................................................................ 72

Windows Activation .................................................................................. 73

Product activation on your Notebook .................................................. 73

The BIOS Set-up-Program.......................................................................... 74

Running the BIOS Set-up ..................................................................... 74

First Aid ........................................................................................ 75

Data and System Security .............................................................................. 77

Data Security ............................................................................................. 77

Maintenance Programs ............................................................................. 77

System Restore .............................................................................................. 78

Correction ................................................................................................. 78

Windows® Update ..................................................................................... 79

Windows Update Information for Data Security ................................... 80

System Restore .............................................................................................. 81

Limits of the Recovery ............................................................................... 81

Carrying out a Restore ............................................................................... 82

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................ 83

Customer Service .......................................................................................... 84

Localize the Cause ..................................................................................... 84

Check Cables and Connections ................................................................. 84

Errors and Possible Causes ............................................................................ 85

Additional Support .................................................................................... 86

Driver Support .......................................................................................... 86

Transporting the Notebook ....................................................................... 87

Maintenance ............................................................................................. 88

Care of the TFT Display ............................................................................. 88

Upgrades and Repairs.................................................................................... 89

Notes for Service Engineers .................................................................. 89

Recycling and Disposal .................................................................................. 90

Summary of Contents for AKOYA E6217

Page 1: ...Medion AG 45307 Essen Germany Medion Electronics Ltd 120 Faraday Park Faraday Road Dorcan Swindon SN3 5JF Wiltshire United Kingdom Hotline 0871 376 10 20 Costs 7p min from a BT landline mobile costs...

Page 2: ...ou 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 acce...

Page 3: ...All rights reserved Copying in mechanical electronic and any other form without the written approval of the manufacturer is prohibited Copyright 2010 MEDION All rights reserved Microsoft MS DOS and W...

Page 4: ...tebook 13 Views 14 Open Notebook 14 Front view 15 Left Side 15 Right Side 16 Bottom view 16 Device Indicators 17 Function buttons 19 Multimedia sensor buttons 19 Getting Started 20 How to start 20 Ste...

Page 5: ...Loading a Disc 47 Emergency Ejection of a Blocked Disc 48 Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs 48 Regional Playback Information for DVD 49 Subjects Concerning the CD DVD Rewriter 49 Recordable...

Page 6: ...Notebook 73 The BIOS Set up Program 74 Running the BIOS Set up 74 First Aid 75 Data and System Security 77 Data Security 77 Maintenance Programs 77 System Restore 78 Correction 78 Windows Update 79 Wi...

Page 7: ...vi Appendix 91 Information about Conformity 93 ISO 13406 2 Class II 93 FCC Compliance Statement 95 Restricted Warranty 96 Index 101...

Page 8: ...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 accor...

Page 9: ...Safety Instructions 2...

Page 10: ...ve 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 cond...

Page 11: ...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...

Page 12: ...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 p...

Page 13: ...ly 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...

Page 14: ...book 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...

Page 15: ...device Keep the notebook at least one meter approximately three feet away from high frequency and magnetic interference sources e g televisions loudspeaker cabinets mobile telephones etc in order to...

Page 16: ...r 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...

Page 17: ...aterials 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 batter...

Page 18: ...Page Included with your notebook 13 Views 14 Open notebook 14 Front view 15 Left side 15 Right side 16 Bottom view 16 Power and status indicators 17 Function buttons 19 Multimedia sensor buttons 19 Ge...

Page 19: ...Included with Your Notebook 12...

Page 20: ...endix 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 wit...

Page 21: ...Views 14 Views Open Notebook Diagram the same 1 2 3 8 9 4 5 6 7...

Page 22: ...9 6 Power ON OFF p 29 7 Stereo Speaker 8 TFT Display p 36 9 Webcam optional p 59 Front view Diagram the same 10 Multimedia Card Reader p 56 Left Side Diagram the same 11 Kensington Lock p 61 12 Extern...

Page 23: ...me 18 Audio Out p 52 19 Microphone p 52 20 USB 2 0 Port p 60 20 Optical Drive p 47 21 Power Socket p 30 Bottom view Diagram the same 23 Battery compartment 24 Hard drive slot 25 Reset opening 26 Memor...

Page 24: ...er and operating system states of the Notebook The meaning of each LED is Wireless LAN LED This LED lights when the WLAN function is activated Touchpad LED This display will light up if the touchpad h...

Page 25: ...when the WLAN function is activated Access indicator This LED lights or flashes when the notebook is accessing the hard disk or the optical drive Battery LED This LED lights when the battery is charg...

Page 26: ...ultimedia sensor buttons Pause Play Button Starts the playback of multimedia files or pauses the playback at the selected point Stop Button Stops the playback of multimedia files Previous Track Jumps...

Page 27: ...Safety This notebook comes with software fully pre installed You do not have to install any of the discs supplied How to start Step 1 Insert the battery before bringing the notebook into operation by...

Page 28: ...the same Open the display to the required position with your thumb and index fingers To avoid damage to the TFT Display never open it more than 120 Do not forcibly open it Note Please ensure that the...

Page 29: ...se Agreement The greeting procedure also displays the license agreement Please read this carefully It contains important legal information on the use of your software In order to see the full text use...

Page 30: ...e 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 greate...

Page 31: ...ystem 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 i...

Page 32: ...Getting Started 25 Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix...

Page 33: ...Getting Started 26...

Page 34: ...er Supply 29 Display 36 Data entry 41 Hard Drive 45 Optical Drive 47 Sound Card 50 Network 53 Wireless LAN optional 54 Bluetooth optional 56 The Multi Card Reader 57 Express Card 58 Webcam optional 59...

Page 35: ...Power Supply 28...

Page 36: ...you about the operational status of the notebook The notebook will always be switched off if the main switch is pressed for more than 4 seconds Warning Do not switch off your notebook while the hard...

Page 37: ...ch No electricity will be used and the notebook will not be supplied with electricity if the switch optional is set to OFF 0 The adapter provides the notebook with power in the ON setting 1 and also c...

Page 38: ...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...

Page 39: ...ttery and remove the battery pack from the compartment Warning Do not remove the battery while the notebook is running on battery power this will very likely cause data loss Warning Keep the contacts...

Page 40: ...ess 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 because of...

Page 41: ...ed 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...

Page 42: ...ess 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...

Page 43: ...or positioning it 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 r...

Page 44: ...ngs 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...

Page 45: ...application by means of The Arrow keys The Touchpad or By pressing the Fn 4 key combination repeatedly Virtual Desktop You will be able to set up a maximum of four different laptops and to use them in...

Page 46: ...our output device a monitor or LCD TV has a corresponding input 3 Connect the external monitor to the electrical socket and power it up 4 Start your notebook The external screen will be determined aft...

Page 47: ...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...

Page 48: ...your needs Fn F2 WLAN optional Enables or disables the wireless LAN function Fn F3 Bluetooth optional Enables or disables the Bluetooth function Fn F4 Smart Power You will be able to select between t...

Page 49: ...o use the Fn keys 1 Press the Fn key in order to call up the F1 F12 keys for approx 4 seconds on the lower part of the screen 2 Now press the required F key to call up the corresponding function 3 Pre...

Page 50: ...ual Desktop Offers 4 different desktop profiles Work Home Office and Presentation see also page 38 Fn Fn 3 Instant Backup This feature lets you backup your important data with just a few clicks Fn Fn...

Page 51: ...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 Operating the touchpad with several f...

Page 52: ...ing system of the notebook further application programs 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...

Page 53: ...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 t...

Page 54: ...ty Because of the high speeds in the drive the discs might break and damage your data as well as your drive Examine the discs before you insert them If damage or dirt is visible you should not use the...

Page 55: ...drive while this LED is lit Emergency Ejection of a Blocked Disc If the tray fails to open automatically the tray can be opened manually provided there is an opening for emergency ejection Restart yo...

Page 56: ...ed in one region Note The decoding software included with your notebook may be changed for regional DVD decoding up to five times after which the drive will only play DVD movies for the region setting...

Page 57: ...The contents of a HD DVD or a Blu ray disk can only be played with the Power DVD software supplied with the device and Media Center Note Windows Media Player does not support any high resolution video...

Page 58: ...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 vol...

Page 59: ...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 c...

Page 60: ...d save their data on a central server 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 connec...

Page 61: ...ed 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 p...

Page 62: ...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...

Page 63: ...oth wireless keyboard and mouse Joining a personal area network PAN Synchronizing a personal digital assistant PDA to a computer or another device using Bluetooth wireless technology The data transfer...

Page 64: ...Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro 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 th...

Page 65: ...before installation Remove the dummy card from the slot before installation Replace the dummy card to protect contacts against dirt if the Slot is not used Removing Express Card Please take note of t...

Page 66: ...his 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 th...

Page 67: ...e device to a different USB port than the one originally used This can be avoided by always using a certain device with the same USB port eSATA Port eSATA stands for external Serial ATA and is used fo...

Page 68: ...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 custom...

Page 69: ...res 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 fu...

Page 70: ...ktop 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 windo...

Page 71: ...ows 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 automaticall...

Page 72: ...ing 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...

Page 73: ...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 recogniz...

Page 74: ...ed 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...

Page 75: ...erview 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 broad...

Page 76: ...ernal 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 ab...

Page 77: ...hing 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...

Page 78: ...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 77 for further information regarding data b...

Page 79: ...f 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 no...

Page 80: ...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 yo...

Page 81: ...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 opt...

Page 82: ...75 Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Chapter 4 First Aid Subject Page Data and System Security 77 System Restore 78 FAQ 83 Customer Service 84 Upgrades and Repairs 89 Recycling and Disposal 90...

Page 83: ...Software 76...

Page 84: ...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 sys...

Page 85: ...oint 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 crea...

Page 86: ...n 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 kno...

Page 87: ...plorer 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 you...

Page 88: ...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 driv...

Page 89: ...f 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 restore...

Page 90: ...ersion has been installed you install the software on to another computer When is the recovery of the factory setting recommended This method should be chosen as the last resort Read chapter System Re...

Page 91: ...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 noteb...

Page 92: ...the notebook to the AC adapter and charge the battery The notebook cannot be switched on Try using the notebook on battery power and and check whether it is correctly inserted and charged Incorrect t...

Page 93: ...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 ext...

Page 94: ...hip 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 b...

Page 95: ...ease 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...

Page 96: ...tatic 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 se...

Page 97: ...se 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...

Page 98: ...Recycling and Disposal 91 Safety Handling Components Aid Appendix Chapter 5 Appendix Subject Page Information about Conformity 93 Conditions of Warranty 96 Index 101...

Page 99: ...Recycling and Disposal 92...

Page 100: ...en blue contain about 3 1 million addressable transistors Because of this very high number of transistors and their extremely complex production process occasionally defective or incorrectly addressed...

Page 101: ...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...

Page 102: ...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 encour...

Page 103: ...orised sellers reserve the right to refuse a repair under warranty or a warranty confirmation if a proof of purchase or registration of purchase cannot be established or has not been submitted When it...

Page 104: ...structed by a MEDION representative in all cases the product must be returned complete with all parts which were included with the original product Incomplete contents of the returned package may lead...

Page 105: ...g to your product or any of MEDION s findings MEDION will not be liable for any costs incurred to you when doing so 3 Exclusion from warranty To the extent permitted by law this warranty shall be void...

Page 106: ...on relating to your product or any of MEDION s findings MEDION will not be liable for any costs incurred to you when doing so This warranty is restricted in relation to any pre installed operating sys...

Page 107: ...ation facilities required by MEDION or its authorised personnel for proper execution of your order for testing and diagnostic purposes and for remedying faults are provided by you at your own expense...

Page 108: ...4 Connectors External Monitor 39 Power Socket 16 Sound card 51 USB 60 Control Panel 67 Customer service 84 D Data and System Security 77 Data Entry 41 Data Security 4 77 Directories 46 Disc Drive 47 D...

Page 109: ...ct activation on your Notebook 73 Program Bar 23 R R TTE 9 Recycling and Disposal 90 Removing the Battery 32 Repairs 89 Running the Bios Setup 74 S Safety and Maintenance 1 Safety Instructions 3 Care...

Page 110: ...phone 16 Optical Drive 16 Power ON OFF 15 Power Socket 16 TFT Display 15 Touchpad 15 USB Port 15 16 VGA 15 Webcam 15 Virtual Desktop 38 W Webcam 59 Windows Activation 73 Windows Media Center 68 Window...

Page 111: ...Index 104...

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