Medion AKOYA MINI PC User manual

Notes on this Manual
Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and
care can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer owner-
ship of this computer, please give these instructions to the new owner.
This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the information you require.
Along with the Table of Contents at the beginning of this manual, an Index has been
provided to help you find topical information.
If you want to start up your AKOYA MINI PC immediately, please read the chapters
Operational Safety (page 3) and Setting up and Getting Started (page 8).
We strongly recommend you read this entire manual to ensure the proper set-up and
operation of your AKOYA MINI PC.
Many application programs incorporate extensive help functions. As a general rule,
you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard. These help functions
will be available to you while you are using the Microsoft Windows®operating system
or the respective application program.
We have listed further useful sources of information in the section Getting to know Win-
dows® 7 starting on page 37.
Audience
These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless of
the possible professional utilisation, this AKOYA MINI PC is designed for day-to-day
household use. The functions and applications for use with this AKOYA MINI PC have
been designed with the entire family in mind.
Purchase Details
Enter your purchase details below for quick reference.
Serial Numbers ......................................
(i.e. Microsoft®) ......................................
Place and date of Purchase ......................................
You will find the AKOYA MINI PC serial number on the rear of the AKOYA MINI PC. Also
copy this number into your guarantee documents, if necessary.

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Quality
Medion has selected the components in this computer for their high level of functional-
ity, ease of use, safety and reliability.
Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with an
innovative personal computer useful for applications relating to both work and leisure.
We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer. Thank you for choosing our
products.
© 2009 Medion®. All rights reserved. Microsoft®, MS-DOS®, and Windows are registered trade-
marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium® is a registered trademark
of Intel Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Table of contents
Safety..........................................................................................................1
Operational Safety ................................................................................................... 3
Data Security ........................................................................................................ 4
Setting Up & Getting Started .....................................................................5
Included with your AKOYA MINI PC......................................................................... 7
Setting Up of the AKOYA MINI PC ............................................................................ 8
Set-up Location .................................................................................................... 8
Ambient Temperature .......................................................................................... 8
Setup.................................................................................................................... 9
Using the base................................................................................................... 9
Mounting the device using the VESA bracket (optional) .................................... 9
Ergonomics ........................................................................................................ 10
Connecting............................................................................................................ 12
Cabling............................................................................................................... 12
Front Connectors................................................................................................ 13
Connecting USB Devices..................................................................................... 14
Connecting Headphones/earphones .................................................................. 15
Connecting a Microphone.................................................................................. 15
Connecting the Monitor ..................................................................................... 16
LAN Connection ................................................................................................. 17
Audio Output / Connecting Speakers ................................................................. 17
Connecting the Power Supply............................................................................ 18
Getting Started ...................................................................................................... 19
Step 1: Power On ............................................................................................... 19
Mains switch on the mains adapter ................................................................. 19
On/Off Switch ................................................................................................. 19
Step 2: Starting Initial Setup ............................................................................... 20
Step 3: Finalising ................................................................................................ 20
Short Description of the Windows®Desktop........................................................ 21
Operation .................................................................................................25
The Mouse............................................................................................................. 27
The Keyboard ........................................................................................................ 28
The Alt and Ctrl Keys .......................................................................................... 28
The Hard Drive....................................................................................................... 29
Important Directories ......................................................................................... 30
Appearance and Personalization......................................................................... 31
The Sound System ................................................................................................. 32

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USB Port ................................................................................................................. 33
The Network ..........................................................................................................34
What is a Network? .............................................................................................34
Wireless LAN .......................................................................................................34
Safety Note ......................................................................................................34
Conditions.......................................................................................................35
Troubleshooting within the Network ..................................................................36
Software.................................................................................................................37
Getting to Know Windows® 7 .............................................................................37
Windows®7 - News ..........................................................................................37
Improved Taskbar............................................................................................37
Jump lists.........................................................................................................37
Improved Desktop ...........................................................................................38
Better device management ..............................................................................38
Homegroup.....................................................................................................39
Windows®7 – Quick Start Guide ......................................................................39
Windows®7 - Help and Support .......................................................................39
Windows®7 – Getting Started ..........................................................................40
Windows®7 - User Account Control .................................................................41
Windows®7 – Control Panel.............................................................................42
Installation of Software .......................................................................................43
How to Install your Software............................................................................43
Software Uninstallation....................................................................................44
Windows Activation ............................................................................................45
Product Activation on your AKOYA MINI PC.....................................................45
BIOS Setup..........................................................................................................46
Execution of the BIOS Setup ............................................................................46
Customer Service & Self Help ...................................................................47
Data and System Security.......................................................................................49
Data Security.......................................................................................................49
Maintenance Programs .......................................................................................49
System Restore .......................................................................................................50
Correction...........................................................................................................50
Windows® Update...............................................................................................51
Windows Update Information for Data Security ...............................................52
System Restore .......................................................................................................53
Limits of the Recovery .........................................................................................53
Carrying out a Restore.........................................................................................53
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions.........................................................................54
Customer Service ...................................................................................................55
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................55
Localise the Cause...............................................................................................55

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Errors and Possible Causes.................................................................................. 56
Additional Support ............................................................................................. 56
Driver Support.................................................................................................... 57
Transporting the AKOYA MINI PC ....................................................................... 57
Cleaning and Care.............................................................................................. 57
Upgrades and Repairs ............................................................................................ 58
Notes for Service Engineers ............................................................................. 58
Recycling and Disposal .......................................................................................... 59
Appendix ..................................................................................................61
Standards .............................................................................................................. 63
Electromagnetic Compatibility............................................................................ 63
Electrical Safety................................................................................................... 63
Ergonomics ........................................................................................................ 63
Noise Emission.................................................................................................... 64
Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE .................. 64
FCC Compliance Statement................................................................................ 65
Making Copies of this Manual ............................................................................ 65
Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom........................................................ 66
Index ..................................................................................................................... 72

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SafetyConnectingOperationHelpAppendix
Chapter 1
Safety
Subject Page
Operational Safety .......................................................... 3
Data Security ............................................................. 4

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SafetyConnectingOperationHelpAppendix
Operational Safety 3
Operational Safety
Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your AKOYA MINI PC .
Do not allow children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Children
are incapable of judging potential risks properly.
Keep the packing materials, such as plastic sheeting away from children. The
danger of suffocation could arise in the case of misuse.
Do not open the AKOYA MINI PC casing or use the AKOYA MINI PC with the cas-
ing removed. When the casing is open there is a danger to life from electric
shock.
Optical drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must remain in their sealed
AKOYA MINI PC casing. Do not remove the drive covers, as exposure to the la-
sers may prove harmful.
Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the AKOYA MINI PC.
This may lead to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage
your AKOYA MINI PC.
Do not cover the slots and openings in the AKOYA MINI PC casing. These open-
ings are for ventilation purposes. Covering these vents may lead to overheating.
Please keep free a minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the
AKOYA MINI PC.
Switch off your AKOYA MINI PC immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact
customer
service …
… if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are burnt or damaged. Re-
place the defective power cord with an original power cord. Under no circum-
stances may a defective power cord be repaired.
... if the housing of the AKOYA MINI PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it.
Have the AKOYA MINI PCchecked by customer service first, because the AKOYA
MINI PC may not be safely operated otherwise and there may be a life-
threatening risk of electrocution!

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Data Security
Attention!
Every time you update your data make back-up copies on an external
storage medium. The supplier does not assume liability for data loss or
damage to data storage units, and no claims can be accepted for dam-
ages resulting from the loss of data or consequential lossesChapter 2