Medion ERAZER Series User manual

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POS Description see
page
AOn/Off Switch /Power-LED 25
BMicrophone Input* 15, 39
CDocking station for external harddisk 33
Medion HDDrive2Go super speed
DeSATA port* 15
E1 USB 2.0-ports (e.g., Scanner, Digital Camera)* 16, 42
E2 USB 3.0-ports (e.g., Scanner, Digital Camera)* 16, 42
GOptical Drive (CD-/DVD-/CDRW/DVDRW/BluRay)* 34
HEject button of Optical Drive 34
IRemovable HDD Hot Swap Rack* 32
KMemory Card Reader* 37
LOverclocking Button* 17
NMonitor port DVI-I / DVI-D / D-Sub VGA* 20, 38
O1 Mini-HDMI port* 20, 38
O2 HDMI port* 20, 38
PSpeakers (FS) / Headphone socket 21, 39
Speakers (RS)*
Speakers (CS)*
Speakers (SS)*
Q Clear CMOS* 56
SDigital Audio OUT SPDIF (opt./coax.)* 22, 39
TPS/2 ports for mouse & keyboard* 22
UPower supply (main connector & main power switch) 24
VIEEE 1394 (FireWire) 6-pin* 22, 41
WNetwork port (RJ-45) 23, 43
XAudio input (line in, recording) 23
* optional
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POS Description see
page
AOn/Off Switch /Power-LED 25
BMicrophone Input* 15, 39
CDocking station for external harddisk 33
Medion HDDrive2Go super speed
DeSATA port* 15
E1 USB 2.0-ports (e.g., Scanner, Digital Camera)* 16, 42
E2 USB 3.0-ports (e.g., Scanner, Digital Camera)* 16, 42
GOptical Drive (CD-/DVD-/CDRW/DVDRW/BluRay)* 34
HEject button of Optical Drive 34
IRemovable HDD Hot Swap Rack* 32
KMemory Card Reader* 37
LOverclocking Button* 17
NMonitor port DVI-I / DVI-D / D-Sub VGA* 20, 38
O1 Mini-HDMI port* 20, 38
O2 HDMI port* 20, 38
PSpeakers (FS) / Headphone socket 21, 39
Speakers (RS)*
Speakers (CS)*
Speakers (SS)*
Q Clear CMOS* 56
SDigital Audio OUT SPDIF (opt./coax.)* 22, 39
TPS/2 ports for mouse & keyboard* 22
UPower supply (main connector & main power switch) 24
VIEEE 1394 (FireWire) 6-pin* 22, 41
WNetwork port (RJ-45) 23, 43
XAudio input (line in, recording) 23
* optional
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Table of Contents
About these Instructions..............................................................................................5
Symbols and Key Words Used in these Instructions ..................................................5
Proper Use...................................................................................................................6
Information about Conformity ....................................................................................6
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................7
Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery............7
Operational Safety.......................................................................................................7
Never carry out repairs yourself................................................................................8
Data Security............................................................................................................8
Included with your PC.................................................................................................9
Setting Up .................................................................................................................10
Set-up Location......................................................................................................10
Ambient Temperature............................................................................................10
Ergonomics............................................................................................................11
Connecting ...............................................................................................................13
Cabling ..................................................................................................................13
Connecting a Microphone .....................................................................................15
Connecting eSATA Devices ....................................................................................15
Remove eSATA Devices .......................................................................................15
Connecting USB Devices ........................................................................................16
Overclocking Button ..............................................................................................17
Processor overclocking using the button in the MEDION®ERAZER®Control
Center ................................................................................................................17
Processor overclocking using the OC switch on the front cover ..........................19
Processor overclocking using the OC switch on the back of the computer..........19
Making settings in the MEDION®ERAZER®Control Center....................................19
Connecting the Monitor.........................................................................................20
Connecting Mini HDMI devices..............................................................................20
Connecting HDMI devices......................................................................................20
Connecting Speakers/Audio Output ......................................................................21
Connecting headphones.....................................................................................21
PCs with Surround Sound...................................................................................21
Connecting PS/2 devices........................................................................................22
Connecting IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire) Devices ..............................................................22
LAN Connection.....................................................................................................23
Connecting a Sound Source/Audio Input...............................................................23
Connecting the Power Supply ...............................................................................24

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Getting Started..........................................................................................................25
Step 1: Power On...................................................................................................25
Switch ................................................................................................................25
On/off Switch .....................................................................................................25
Step 2: Starting Initial Setup...................................................................................26
Step 3: Finalising....................................................................................................26
Short Description of the Windows®Desktop ........................................................26
The Mouse ................................................................................................................29
The Keyboard ............................................................................................................30
The Alt and Ctrl Keys..............................................................................................30
The Hard Drive ..........................................................................................................31
Important Directories.............................................................................................32
Hot Swap Hard Disk Frame.....................................................................................32
Connecting an External Hard Drive ........................................................................33
The Optical Drive ......................................................................................................34
Loading a Disc........................................................................................................34
How to Remove a Disc ...........................................................................................35
Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs ..........................................................35
Regional Playback Information for DVD..................................................................35
Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter............................................................36
Important Information about High Resolution Video Formats .............................36
The Card Reader........................................................................................................37
The Graphics Card.....................................................................................................38
Appearance and Personalization ............................................................................38
The Sound System.....................................................................................................39
IEEE 1394 (Fire Wire)..................................................................................................41
Application Options for IEEE1394...........................................................................41
Technical Specifications .........................................................................................41
USB Port ....................................................................................................................42
The Network .............................................................................................................43
What is a Network? ................................................................................................43
Troubleshooting within the Network .....................................................................44
Software....................................................................................................................45
Getting to Know Windows® 7 ................................................................................45
Windows®7 - News .............................................................................................45
Windows®7 - Help and Support ..........................................................................47
Windows®7 – Getting Started .............................................................................47
Windows®7 - User Account Control ....................................................................48
Windows®7 – Control Panel................................................................................49
Windows Media Center..........................................................................................50

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Installation of Software ..........................................................................................53
How to Install your Software...............................................................................53
Software Uninstallation.......................................................................................54
Windows Activation ...............................................................................................55
Product Activation on your PC ............................................................................55
BIOS Setup.............................................................................................................56
Execution of the BIOS Setup ...............................................................................56
Clear CMOS ...........................................................................................................56
Data and System Security..........................................................................................57
Data Security..........................................................................................................57
Maintenance Programs ..........................................................................................57
System Restore ..........................................................................................................58
Correction..............................................................................................................58
Windows®Update...................................................................................................59
Windows Update Information for Data Security ..................................................60
System Restore ..........................................................................................................61
Limits of the Recovery ............................................................................................61
Carrying out a Restore............................................................................................61
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................62
Customer Service ......................................................................................................63
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................63
Localise the Cause..................................................................................................63
Errors and Possible Causes .....................................................................................64
Additional Support.................................................................................................65
Driver Support .......................................................................................................65
Transporting the PC ...............................................................................................66
Cleaning and Care .................................................................................................66
Upgrades and Repairs................................................................................................67
Notes for Service Engineers.................................................................................67
Notes on Laser Radiation.....................................................................................68
Recycling and Disposal...........................................................................................68
Battery Treatment ...............................................................................................69
FCC Compliance Statement ...................................................................................70
Index.........................................................................................................................71

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Purchase Details
Enter your purchase details below for quick reference.
Serial Numbers ......................................
(i.e. Microsoft®) ......................................
Place and date of Purchase ......................................
You will find the PC serial number on the rear of the PC. Also copy this number into your
guarantee documents, if necessary.
Audience
These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless of the
possible professional utilisation, this PC is designed for day-to-day household use. The
functions and applications for use with this PC have been designed with the entire family
in mind.
Quality
Medion has selected the components in this computer for their high level of functionality,
ease of use, safety and reliability.
Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with an in-
novative 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.
Making Copies of this Manual
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information in mechanical, electronic, or any other form, without the written approval by
the manufacturer, is prohibited by copyright law.
© 2012 Medion®. 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 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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About these Instructions
Read these operating instructions carefully before using the
appliance for the first time. Note the warnings on the unit and
in the operating instructions.
Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you
sell the equipment or give it away, make sure you also hand
over these instructions and the warranty card.
Symbols and Key Words Used in these Instructions
DANGER!
Warning: immediate mortal danger!
WARNING!
Warning: possible mortal danger and/or serious irreversible inju-
ries!
CAUTION!
Please note the following guidelines to avoid injuries and property damage!
CAUTION!
Please note the following guidelines to avoid property damage!
NOTICE!
Additional information on using the device.
NOTICE!
Observe the notes in the instruction manual!
WARNING!
Warning: risk of electric shock!
•Bulleted item/information on operating steps and results
►Tasks to be performed

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Proper Use
This device is intended for the usage, editing and management of electronic documents
and multimedia content.
The device is intended for private use only and not for industrial/commercial use.
Please note that we shall not be liable in case of improper use:
•Do not modify the device without our consent and do not use any auxiliary equip-
ment which we have not approved or supplied.
•Use only spare parts and accessories which we have supplied or approved.
•Follow all the instructions in these directions for use, 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 ambient temperatures and conditions.
Information about Conformity
The following remote equipment has been supplied with this device:
•Wireless LAN (optional)
•Keyboard (optional)
•Mouse (optional)
When used in France, the built-in wireless LAN solution may only be used in buildings due
to the capacity of the device. Currently the other EU-countries and Australia do not have
any restrictions.
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.
This device fulfils the basic requirements and the relevant regulation of the Eco design
Guideline 2009/125/EG.
Complete declarations of conformity are available under www.medion.com/conformity.

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Safety Instructions
Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to
operate machinery
•Do not allow small children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Children
are incapable of judging potential risks properly.
•Keep the appliance and its accessories out of reach of children.
DANGER!
Keep plastic packaging out of reach of children. There is a
risk of suffocation.
Operational Safety
Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes.
This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your 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 PC casing or use the PC with the casing 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 PC
casing. Do not remove the drive covers, as exposure to the lasers may prove harmful.
•Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the PC. This may lead to elec-
tric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your PC.
•Do not cover the slots and openings in the PC casing. These openings are for ventila-
tion purposes. Covering these vents may lead to overheating. Please keep free a
minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the PC.
Switch off your 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. Replace
the defective power cord with an original power cord. Under no circumstances may a
defective power cord be repaired.
•... if the housing of the PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it. Have the PC
checked by customer service first, because the PC may not be safely operated other-
wise and there may be a life-threatening risk of electrocution!