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Instruction Manual

43.9 cm / 17.3‘‘ Notebook

MEDION

ERAZER

Summary of Contents for Erazer X7831

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

Page 2: ...gonomics 10 2 8 Connecting 11 2 9 Information about the Touchpad 13 2 10 Battery 13 2 11 Protecting the Display 14 3 Included with your Notebook 15 4 Views 16 4 1 Open Notebook 16 4 2 Front View 17 4 3 Left Side 17 4 4 Right Side 18 4 5 Rear Side 18 4 6 Operating and Status LEDs 19 4 7 Hot Keys optional 19 5 First Use 20 6 Power Supply 21 6 1 On Off Switch 21 6 2 Mains Power 21 6 3 Battery Mode 24...

Page 3: ...ode 40 13 Multimdeia Card Reader 40 13 1 Inserting a Memory Card 41 13 2 Removing Memory Cards 41 14 Webcam optional 41 15 USB Port 41 16 Securing your Notebook 42 16 1 Power on Password 42 16 2 Kensington Security Lock 42 17 Software 42 17 1 Getting to Know Windows 8 42 17 2 Windows Activation 43 17 3 Windows 8 What s New 43 17 4 Overview 46 17 5 Linking a User Account to a LiveID 47 17 6 Windows...

Page 4: ...s 56 19 3 Do You Need More Help 57 19 4 Driver Support 57 19 5 Transport 58 19 6 Maintenance 58 20 Upgrading Modifying and Repair 59 20 1 Notes for Service Technicians 59 20 2 Information on Laser Radiation 59 21 Recycling and Disposal 60 22 European EN 9241 307 Class II Standard 61 22 1 FCC Compliance Statement 62 23 Legal Notice 63 24 Index 64 ...

Page 5: ...a close eye to functionality ease of use safety and reliability Thanks to our ideally balanced hardware software concept we are able to offer you a state of the art Notebook that you will enjoy whether you are working or at play Thank you for purchasing our products We are delighted to welcome you as our new customer Trademarks MS DOS and Windows 8 are registered trademarks of the Microsoft corpor...

Page 6: ...device on 1 1 Warning symbols and key words used in these instructions DANGER Warning of immediate risk of fatal injury WARNING Warning possible mortal danger and or serious irreversible injuries CAUTION Warning possible light or moderate injuries CAUTION Please follow the guidelines to avoid property damage PLEASE NOTE Additional information on using the device PLEASE NOTE Please follow the guide...

Page 7: ...rts and accessories which we have supplied or approved Follow all the instructions in these operating instructions especially the safety information Any other use is deemed improper and can cause personal injury or damage to the product Do not use the device in extreme environmental conditions 1 3 Declaration of Conformity This device is supplied with the following wireless features Wireless LAN o...

Page 8: ... 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 in crease its service life Never open the housing of the Notebook battery or mains adapter This could result in an electric shock or even ignite a fire which will damage your Notebook Optical drive CD CDRW DVD constitut...

Page 9: ...t back adjusting the position and closing it Failure to do so may damage the display Never use force to open the display To avoid damaging the screen do not touch it with fingers or sharp objects Never lift the Notebook up by the display as this could break the hinges Over time dust can collect inside the Notebook which then blocks the vents This can lead to an increase in the fan speed and theref...

Page 10: ...there is a fault contact the Medion Service Center or other suitable specialist workshop 2 4 Data Backup CAUTION Back up your data on external storage media before each update We do not accept any liability for claims for compensation arising from loss of data or any consequential loss or damage 2 5 Setup Location Keep your Notebook and all connected devices away from moisture and avoid dust heat ...

Page 11: ...r transporting the Notebook wait until the device has reached room temperature before switching it on Large changes in temperature or fluctuations in humidity can cause moisture build up within the Notebook due to condensation This can cause an electrical short circuit Keep the original packaging in the event the device needs to be sent in the post 2 7 Ergonomics PLEASE NOTE Avoid dazzle reflectio...

Page 12: ...ificial lighting equipment 2 8 Connecting Follow the instructions below to connect your Notebook correctly and safely 2 8 1 Power Supply DANGER Do not open the housing of the mains adapter There is a risk of electric shock when the housing is open It does not contain any parts requiring maintenance The socket outlet must be close to the Notebook and easily accessible To disconnect the power supply...

Page 13: ...8 2 Cabling Position the cables so that they cannot be stepped on or tripped over 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 while the computer is running This is generally the case for device...

Page 14: ...nic apparatus Safety requirements 2 9 Information about the Touchpad The touchpad is operated with the thumb or another finger and reacts to the energy given out by the skin Do not use pens or other objects as these can damage your touchpad Dust or grease on the touchpad can affect its sensitivity Remove the dust or grease from the surface of the touch pad with a strip of adhesive tape 2 10 Batter...

Page 15: ...tebook is switched off before replacing the battery 2 11 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 Avoid contact between the display and hard objects e g buttons wristwatch Do not pla...

Page 16: ...s within 7 days of purchase if any of the following components are missing Notebook Li Ion Battery AC Adapter with Power Cord OEM version of operating system Instruction Manual DANGER Keep packaging material such as plastic film away from children There is a risk of suffocation if used improperly ...

Page 17: ...16 of 66 4 Views 4 1 Open Notebook 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 6 3 1 Microphone 2 Display 3 Stereo Speaker 4 Keyboard 5 Touchpad 6 Hot keys optional 7 Power ON OFF 8 Webcam ...

Page 18: ...tors 4 3 Left Side 15 15 10 15 11 13 12 14 10 Multimedia Card Reader 11 Audio Out Digital Audio Out S P DIF optical 12 Microphone 13 Line In 14 Audio Out 15 USB Port 3 0 Ports with dual function Configuration is set with the included software ...

Page 19: ... 4 4 Right Side 16 16 17 16 USB Port 2 0 17 Optical Drive 4 5 Rear Side 18 19 20 21 22 23 18 Kensington Lock 19 LAN Port RJ 45 20 Mini Display Port 21 Power Socket 22 External monitor port VGA 23 HDMI Connector ...

Page 20: ...by Mode This LED is blinking when the notebook is in the standby mode Access indicator This LED lights or flashes when the notebook is accessing the hard disk or the optical drive 4 7 Hot Keys optional Eject button optical drive Opens the optical drive Display Activates or deactivates the display to conserve power Press any key to activate the display again Flight Mode Opens the user interface for...

Page 21: ...battery Set this switch to 0 to stop the power supply Open up the display to the desired position using your thumb and forefinger The display should not be folded back by more than 120 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 Never use force to open the display PLEASE NOTE When first operating yo...

Page 22: ...otebook comes with a universal mains adapter for alternating current which automatically 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 on pages 12 ff The adapter is connected to an AC outlet via a mains cable The mains adapter DC cable is connected to the rear side of the Notebook 21 The adap...

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Page 24: ...n connect your Notebook to the Internet immediately on the Wireless page if you already have an appropriate Internet connection set up If you choose to skip this point you can connect to the Internet later via the Windows 8 interface If you have already set up an Internet connection you can now log in to your Notebook using a Microsoft account The Microsoft Store allows you to purchase new apps or...

Page 25: ...ensure that the notebook is switched off and that it is not connected to a power outlet Turn the notebook upside down Unlock the battery by pushing the lock outwards into the Unlock position Hold the lock in the open position and remove the battery CAUTION Do not remove the battery while the Notebook is switched on or data may be lost Take care when storing the battery and when using the Notebook ...

Page 26: ...ystem and Security Power Options Note your Notebook consumes more power when running certain applications e g when playing a DVD 6 3 6 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 y...

Page 27: ...preserved while practically all other components of your Notebook are disabled or their power consumption reduced to a minimum If the notebook is flipped shut it will enter sleep mode The notebook will automatically come out of sleep mode upon reopening 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 and F12 sleep mode ...

Page 28: ...ot fold the display back by an angle of more than 120 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 Never use force to open the display Opening and closing the display can be assigned different functions in the power options 7 2 Screen Resolution If you change to a display with different settings in t...

Page 29: ...Windows desktop and left click on Personalise or Via Settings Personalisation Display by double clicking with the left mouse button Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Settings Then click Personalisation First select the Display option from the dialogue box The following settings options are available Set resolution Set brightness Calibrate colour Ch...

Page 30: ...the external monitor to the mains and switch it on Now switch your Notebook on Once the operating system has loaded the external monitor will be detected A number of options are available You can access these as follows Run the Desktop App Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Settings Then click Personalisation In the dialogue box first select the Dis...

Page 31: ...ersa The screen resolution and colour quality can be configured individually for each of the display devices under Settings Personalisation Display 7 4 3 PC Screen Only The desktop will only be shown on main monitor 1 7 4 4 Second Screen Only The desktop will only be shown on the second external monitor 8 Data Input 8 1 Keyboard The double assignment of certain keys means that the range of functio...

Page 32: ... Fn F12 Sleep To configure these keys to suit your requirements please go to Power Options Fn Flight mode Opens the user interface for switching the WLAN and or Bluetooth function on or off Fn 0 Mute Switches the sound on or of Fn Quieter Decreases the playback volume Fn Louder Increases the playback volume Fn Darker Reduces the brightness of the display Fn Brighter Increases the brightness of the...

Page 33: ...s 8 2 1 Two Finger Touchpad Operation Your touchpad supports two finger operation which enables certain commands to be executed in some applications You can perform the following commands using your touchpad Image Command Function Drag two fingers together or apart zoom out from an object zoom in on an object Place one finger in the centre and trace a circle with the second finger Rotate an object...

Page 34: ... configuration display and the operating system display The Notebook s operating system other applications and security data are located on the hard drive meaning that the full capacity is already reduced The first partition C contains the operating system the applications and the Documents folder for the configured user The second partition D is used for the data backup and also contains drivers ...

Page 35: ...ressed 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 To prevent damage to your drive do not use any deformed or damaged discs CAUTION Do not use scratched broken dirty or poor quality discs The high speeds in the drive can cause these to break destroying your data and damaging your device Inspect discs ...

Page 36: ...nd switch off the Notebook Insert a long pointed object e g straightened paperclip into the emergency release until you feel some resistance A slight push now opens the drawer Remove the disc and restart the Notebook 10 2 Playing Reading Discs Your optical drive is capable of playing audio CDs DVD films or data CDs DVDs Once a disc has been loaded a dialogue box opens containing various playback o...

Page 37: ...costs must be borne by the user 10 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 10 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 They are therefore mo...

Page 38: ...us cause permanent damage to your hearing Changing the drivers software equaliser operating system etc can also lead to an increase in the volume and thus cause permanent damage to your hearing Listening to a device at high volumes for an extended period via headphones earphones can damage your hearing Audio output digital audio output S PDIF 11 For sound output using an external surround sound de...

Page 39: ...nsfer information and data with one another and to share their resources printers and drives Here are a few concrete examples In an office messages are exchanged by e mail and appointments are managed centrally Users share one printer on the network and back up their data to a central computer server Two or more computers are connected to one another to play network games or exchange data 12 1 1 N...

Page 40: ...hout a router however the network is restricted to those devices directly connected to it The wireless network connection works in accordance with the IEEE 802 11n or IEEE 802 11 ac standard 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 The transfer speed can vary depending on the dis...

Page 41: ...disabled by default to ensure that all wireless connections are available Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Settings Next click Change PC settings Click Wireless Now enable or disable Flight mode here Alternatively use the Fn keyboard shortcut to open flight mode Once flight mode is enabled a small aeroplane is displayed in the traditional desktop ...

Page 42: ...fety catch Now pull the card out of the slot and store it properly 14 Webcam optional The integrated webcam enables the use of various communication services 15 USB Port The universal serial bus is a standard for connecting input devices scanners and other peripherals The USB 3 0 ports are fully backwards compatible Your Notebook has 3 USB 3 0 connection sockets 15 and 2 USB 2 0 connection sockets...

Page 43: ...otebook against theft This security lock complete with cable is usually available as an accessory in specialist retailers To attach the security lock wind the cable around a stationery object e g a table leg Plug the lock into the Kensington device and turn the key to lock it Keep the key in a safe place 17 Software This section deals with the subject of software We distinguish here between the op...

Page 44: ...ot all functions will be available to you under PC settings A watermark will also continue to be displayed at the bottom right on the traditional desktop 17 3 Windows 8 What s New 17 3 1 Microsoft Account A Microsoft account is an e mail address and password for logging in to Windows 8 You can use any e mail address We recommend using the address you use to communicate with friends and log into yo...

Page 45: ...on appears When you move the mouse pointer away from the thumbnail again the full screen preview closes 17 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 ot...

Page 46: ...an now display the device status and perform frequently used commands within a single window Here you will even find images of the devices so you can easily see which devices are connected The device manufacturers can even adjust Device Stage For example if your camera manufacturer releases an updated version of Device Stage you can see details such as the number of photos on the camera and get li...

Page 47: ...n to Windows To be able to work with Windows 8 you must set up a Windows 8 user account Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display move the mouse down and click Settings Next select Change PC settings Open the User category Select Add a user to set up additional user accounts Windows 8 allows you to log in using 3 different login procedures Windows 8 gives you the ch...

Page 48: ...osoft account 17 5 Linking a User Account to a LiveID You can link your user account to a LiveID This enables you to log in to any computer or mobile device connected to the Internet using your LiveID Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display move the mouse down and click Settings Next select Change PC settings Open the User category Select Switch to a Microsoft acc...

Page 49: ...the following may be displayed here for example Windows 8 App Windows 8 apps are executable programs The Desktop tile opens the traditional Windows display The Internet Explorer tile launches Internet Explorer PLEASE NOTE Apps are applications that are displayed on a desktop with a program thumbnail The app thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles ...

Page 50: ...he app thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles The classic Power Recover desktop app launches the system recovery program The classic Microsoft Office desktop app launches the Microsoft Office program Windows 8 apps from third party suppliers are displayed as follows Example Windows 8 apps from third party suppliers These Windows 8 apps are executable programs from third party suppliers This...

Page 51: ...ht hand corner of the display Linking apps to the Start screen Right click on the Start screen Click All Apps in the bottom right hand corner of the display Right click on the desired app to highlight it Click Pin to Start in the bottom left hand corner of the display Linking apps to the taskbar Right click on the Start screen Click All Apps in the bottom right hand corner of the display Right cli...

Page 52: ...e bottom edge of the display Searching for apps Move the mouse pointer into the top right hand corner of the display move the mouse down and click Search Enter the name of the app Arranging apps Click and hold the left mouse button down on the desired app and drag it to the desired position Selecting multiple apps Right click the desired apps 17 8 Using the Search Function Use the search function ...

Page 53: ...Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display move the mouse down and click Settings Now click Power and select Shut down 17 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 cont...

Page 54: ...rt disc Refresh your PC without affecting your files Update your Notebook without deleting your data Restore Choose between two recovery options Restore to HDD no backup of user data All data on the Notebook will be permanently deleted The factory settings will be restored Restore to HDD with backed up user data The factory settings will be restored and all user data under C USER will be backed up...

Page 55: ...nfiguration options 17 12 1 Executing the UEFI firmware configuration You can only run the configuration program upon system startup If the Notebook has already started up switch it off and restart it Press the F2 key to run the UEFI firmware configuration 17 13 Windows 8 Help and Support Here you will find a comprehensive collection of instructions help sections and troubleshooting suggestions Th...

Page 56: ...instructions in the section Windows Activation to activate Windows 8 by telephone When is restoring factory settings recommended This method should only be selected as a last resort Read about the alternatives in the System recovery section How do I perform a data backup Perform a backup or backup synchronisation of selected data onto external media to familiarise yourself with the technology A ba...

Page 57: ...he mains adapter and check that the battery is charged or being charged If you are already operating the notebook using the mains adapter disconnect the mains adapter from the socket and connect an electrical appliance such as a lamp to the same socket to test it If the lamp does not work either seek the advice of an electrician The screen is black This fault can have various causes The operating ...

Page 58: ...tion Have you made any upgrades or modifications to the initial configuration What peripheral devices do 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 19 4 Driver Support The system has been thoroughly and successfully tested with the installed drivers in our test laboratory It is normal i...

Page 59: ...orget to take along your mains adapter Find out about the power and communication options available in your destination before travelling Where necessary purchase the required power or communication adapter LAN etc before departure When shipping the Notebook pack the battery separately in the cardboard packaging When going through the hand luggage check at the airport it is recommended that you se...

Page 60: ...sconnected from the power supply before being opened there is a risk that components could be damaged Internal components of the Notebook may be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Carry out repairs as well as system enhancements or modifications at an ESD workplace If such a workplace is not available wear an antistatic cuff or ensure you are touching an earthed metallic object We will charge ...

Page 61: ...ions 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 Batteries Do not dispose of used or defective batteries in the household rubbish They should be taken to a collection point for used batteries Device At the end o...

Page 62: ...ongst other things the generally applicable guidelines relating to pixel defects Pixel defects are categorised into four fault classes and three defect types Every individual pixel consists of three sub pixels each of which is assigned a basic colour red green blue Pixel structure 5 Pixel Rows Sub Pixel Pixel blue green red 5 Pixel Pixel defect types Type 1 permanently illuminated pixel bright whi...

Page 63: ...terference to radio 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 receiv...

Page 64: ...facturer Copyright is owned by the company Medion AG Am Zehnthof 77 45307 Essen Germany 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 ...

Page 65: ...5 I Improved Desktop 45 Improved Device Management 45 J Jump Lists 44 K Kensington Security Lock 42 L Logging in to Windows 46 Setting a PIN for Windows 46 Setting Up an Image Code for Windows 47 Setting Up a Password for Windows 46 M Maintenance 58 Multi Card Reader Inserting a Memory Card 41 MMC 41 Removing Memory Cards 41 SD 41 N Network Operation 38 O Operating Safety 7 Optical Drive Emergency...

Page 66: ... U Upgrades Modifications 59 Information on laser radiation 59 Notes for service technicians 59 V Views 16 W Windows 8 Desktop 48 Windows 8 Start Screen 47 Wireless LAN 38 Flight Mode 40 Requirements 39 Working With Apps 50 ...

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