Medion Akoya P7815 User manual

43.9 cm / 17.3“ Notebook
MEDION®AKOYA®P7815
Instruction Manual
Medion Electronics Ltd.
120 Faraday Park, Faraday Road, Dorcan
Swindon SN3 5JF, Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Hotline: [phone]
(Costs 7p/min from a BT ladline,
mobile costs maybe higher)
Fax: [phone]
To contact us by email please visit the „Service and
Support“ section of our website at www.medion.co.uk.
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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
Setup Location............................................................................................ 9
Ambient Temperature................................................................................. 9
Working in Comfort.................................................................................. 10
Connecting............................................................................................... 11
Power Supply...................................................................................... 11
Cabling ............................................................................................... 12
Touchpad ................................................................................................. 12
Battery Operation ..................................................................................... 13
Included with Your Notebook....................................................................... 14
Views............................................................................................................ 15
Open Notebook........................................................................................ 15
Front View ................................................................................................ 16
Left Side.................................................................................................... 16
Right Side ................................................................................................. 17
Device Indicators ...................................................................................... 18
Multimedia Sensor Buttons (optional) ...................................................... 19
Getting Started ............................................................................................. 20
How to Start: ............................................................................................ 20
Step 1 ................................................................................................. 20
Step 2 ................................................................................................. 22
Step 3 ................................................................................................. 23
Short Description of the Windows®Desktop.............................................. 23
Power Supply ............................................................................................... 26
On/Off Button .......................................................................................... 26
Power Adapter.......................................................................................... 27
Battery Operation ..................................................................................... 28
Inserting the Battery............................................................................ 28
Removing the Battery.......................................................................... 29
Charging the Battery ........................................................................... 30
Discharging the Battery....................................................................... 30
Battery Performance............................................................................ 30
Checking the Battery Level .................................................................. 31
Power Management ................................................................................. 32

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Sleep Mode......................................................................................... 32
Hibernate Mode .................................................................................. 32
Display ......................................................................................................... 33
Opening and Closing the Display ............................................................. 33
Screen Resolution ..................................................................................... 33
Appearance and Personalization ............................................................... 34
Connecting an External Monitor............................................................... 35
Duplicate the Desktop......................................................................... 36
Extend the Desktop ............................................................................. 36
Only display the Desktop on 1 ............................................................ 36
Only display the Desktop on 2 ............................................................ 36
Data Entry..................................................................................................... 37
The Keyboard ........................................................................................... 37
Notebook-Specific Key Combinations.................................................. 37
Touchpad ................................................................................................. 38
Two-Finger Control .................................................................................. 39
The Hard Drive.............................................................................................. 40
Important Directories................................................................................ 41
The Optical Drive.......................................................................................... 42
Loading a Disc .......................................................................................... 42
Emergency Ejection of a Blocked Disc.................................................. 44
Playing Back and Retrieving Data from Discs............................................. 44
Regional Playback Information for DVD .................................................... 45
Subjects Concerning the CD/DVD-Rewriter .............................................. 45
Recordable/Rewriteable Discs.............................................................. 45
The Sound Card............................................................................................ 46
External Audio Ports.................................................................................. 47
The Network............................................................................................. 48
What is a Network?................................................................................... 48
Ethernet-Network................................................................................ 48
Wireless LAN (optional) ............................................................................ 49
Conditions .......................................................................................... 49
Troubleshooting within the Network .................................................. 50
Bluetooth (optional) ................................................................................. 51
The Multimedia Card Reader......................................................................... 52
Inserting Memory Cards ........................................................................... 52
Removing Memory Cards ......................................................................... 52
The Webcam (optional) ................................................................................ 53
Example Using Windows Live Messenger.................................................. 53
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports..................................................................... 53
Securing the Notebook ................................................................................. 54
Startup Password...................................................................................... 54
Using a Safety Lock ................................................................................... 54
Software ....................................................................................................... 55
Getting to Know Windows®7.................................................................... 55
Windows®7 - News ............................................................................. 55
Improved Taskbar ............................................................................... 55

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Jump lists ............................................................................................ 55
Improved Desktop .............................................................................. 56
Better device management.................................................................. 56
Homegroup ........................................................................................ 56
Windows®7 - Help and Support .......................................................... 57
Windows® 7 – Getting Started .............................................................. 57
Windows®7 - User Account Control..................................................... 58
Windows®7 – Control Panel ................................................................ 59
Windows Media Center ............................................................................ 60
Installation of Software ............................................................................. 63
How to Install your Software............................................................... 63
Software Uninstallation ....................................................................... 64
Windows Activation.................................................................................. 65
Product activation on your Notebook.................................................. 65
BIOS Setup Program................................................................................. 66
Running the BIOS Setup...................................................................... 66
Kaspersky Internet Security....................................................................... 67
Data and System Security ............................................................................. 69
Data Security ............................................................................................ 69
Maintenance Programs............................................................................. 69
System Restore ............................................................................................. 69
Windows®Update ..................................................................................... 70
Windows Update Information for Data Security .................................. 71
Factory Restore ............................................................................................. 72
Limits of the Recovery............................................................................... 72
Carrying out a Factory Restore.................................................................. 73
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................... 74
Customer Service.......................................................................................... 75
Localise the Cause .................................................................................... 75
Check Cables and Connections................................................................. 75
Errors and Possible Causes ............................................................................ 76
Additional Support ................................................................................... 77
Driver Support.......................................................................................... 77
Transporting the Notebook ...................................................................... 78
Maintenance............................................................................................. 79
Care of the LCD Display............................................................................ 79
Upgrades and Repairs ................................................................................... 80
Notes on Laser Radiation ..................................................................... 80
Recycling and Disposal ................................................................................. 81
European ISO 13406-2 Class II.................................................................. 82
FCC Compliance Statement...................................................................... 84
Index ............................................................................................................ 85

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Document your Notebook
It is important to document the details of your notebook purchase in case you need
warranty service. The serial number can be found on the back of the notebook:
Serial Number ......................................
Date of Purchase ......................................
Place of Purchase ......................................
Audience
These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user. Regardless of the
possible professional utilisation, this notebook is designed for day-to-day household use.
The functions and applications for use with this notebook 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 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.
Copying This Manual
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mechanical, electronic and any other form without the written approval of the
manufacturer is prohibited.
Copyright © 2012
All rights reserved. This manual is protected by Copyright.
Trademarks: MS-DOS®and Windows®are registered trademarks of Microsoft®.
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HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are registered trade marks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
Medion® makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but
not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Medion®shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with
the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.
Medion®assumes no responsibility for the use or reliability of its software on equipment that is not furnished by
Medion®.
This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this
document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of
Medion®.
The 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
injuries!
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
equipment 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)
Bluetooth (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 follow the instructions in this section for the safe operation of your notebook:
Do not open the case of the notebook, the battery or the power adapter. When the
case is open there is a danger of severe electric shock.
CD-ROM-/CDRW-/DVD-drives are Laser Class 1 devices. These lasers must remain in
their sealed casing. DO NOT remove the drive covers, as exposure to the lasers may be
harmful.
Do not insert foreign objects through the slots and openings of the notebook. This
may lead to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your
notebook.
Slots and openings in the notebook serve to ventilate it. Do not cover up these
openings, because the notebook could overheat.
Operation under extreme environmental conditions can result in damage to your
notebook.
Do not operate the notebook during a thunderstorm, in order to avoid damage
through lightning strike.
Never place objects on top of the notebook that would exert any pressure on the LCD
display. There is a danger that even slight pressure may break the LCD display.
An injury hazard exists when the LCD display breaks. Wear protective gloves when
handling any broken parts. Wash your hands with soap.
To avoid damage to the LCD display, never open it more than 120º. Always hold the
display firmly in the centre when opening up or positioning it. Do not forcibly open it.

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In order to avoid damage to the LCD display, do not touch it with your fingers or
sharp objects.
Never lift the notebook by the LCD display; doing so could break the hinges.
The charging pin inside the notebook is connected to the motherboard. When the
notebook is being charged, be careful not to pull the charger pin connection.
Switch off your notebook immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact the
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.
...the housing of the notebook is damaged or fluids have leaked into it. Have the
notebook checked by customer service first as the notebook may not be safely
operated and there may be a life-threatening risk of electrocution!
Never carry out repairs yourself
CAUTION!
Never try to open or repair the appliance yourself. There
is a risk of electric shock!
If there is a fault, contact the customer service or other suitable specialist workshop.
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 will
be accepted for damages resulting from the loss of data or
consequential losses.

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Setup Location
Do not keep or use your notebook and all connected equipment in damp
environments and avoid dust, heat and direct sunlight in order to prevent operational
problems.
It is highly recommended you do not use the notebook outdoors.
Operate the notebook and all peripherals on a stable, balanced and vibration-free
surface.
Do not leave the base of your notebook on your lap or any part of your body for a
long period of time. The notebook can become very warm while it is turned on or
charging and can cause discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
In the first hours of operation, new devices may emit a typical, unavoidable but
completely harmless smell, which will decline increasingly in the course of time. We
recommend that you ventilate the room regularly, in order to counteract the
formation of the smell.
Ambient Temperature
The notebook is most reliably operated at an ambient temperature between
5° C (+41° F) and 30° C (+86° F) and at a relative humidity between 20% and 80%
(without condensation).
When powered off, the notebook can be stored at temperatures between
0° C and 60° C (+32° F and 140° F).
Unplug the power during 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 power surges or
lightning strikes through the power network.
Wait until the notebook has reached ambient (room) temperature before turning it on
or connecting it to the power adapter. Drastic variations in temperature and humidity
can create condensation within the notebook and may cause it to short-circuit.
For transporting the notebook keep the original packing.

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Working in Comfort
Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable. To minimise the potential
for physical discomfort or injury, it’s important that you maintain proper posture.
Back – While sitting at your work station, make sure your back is supported by the
chair’s backrest in an upright position or angled slightly backwards.
Arms – Your arms should be relaxed and loose, elbows close to your sides, with
forearms and hands approximately 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 thighs should be horizontal or angled slightly downward. Your lower
legs should be near a right angle to your thighs. Your feet should rest flat on the
floor. If necessary, use a footrest, but double check that you have your seat height
adjusted correctly before getting a footrest.
Head – Your head should be upright or tilted slightly forward. Avoid working with
your head or torso twisted.
Overall – Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue.

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Connecting
Pay attention to the following information in order to connect your notebook correctly:
Power Supply
DANGER !
Do not open the power adapter housing. When
the housing is open there is a danger of severe
electric shock. There is a risk of electric shock.
It contains no user-serviceable parts.
The electric outlet must be in the vicinity of the notebook and within reach of the
power adapter cords.
To disconnect your notebook from the power source, or set the notebook to battery
operation, remove the power cord from the notebook’s power socket.
Only use the notebook with a power adapter 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 available at the point of use,
ask your local power company.
Use only the supplied power cord and power adapter.
To provide additional protection against electric shock, power surges, lightning
strikes, or other electrical damage to your notebook, we recommend the use of a
surge protector.
To detach the power adapter from the mains power supply remove the plug from the
power source first and then remove the connector from the notebook. A reverse
sequence could damage the power adapter or the notebook. Always hold the
connector firmly when removing it. Never pull on the power cord.

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Cabling
Arrange cables so that no one can walk on or trip over them.
Do not place objects on any of the cables.
To avoid damage to your notebook, connect your peripherals (e.g. keyboard, mouse
and monitor) whilst your notebook is powered off. Some devices can be connected
whilst your notebook is in use. These devices usually have a USB connector. Please
follow the appropriate instructions for each device.
Keep the notebook at least one metre (approximately three feet) away from high
frequency and magnetic interference sources (e.g. televisions, loudspeaker cabinets,
mobile telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and/or loss of data.
Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 metres (9.84 ft) should be used
for the LPT, COM, USB, IEEE 1394, audio, video and network interfaces with this
notebook. When connecting a printer to your notebook, please only use a printer
cable with double shielding.
Only use power cables/connection cables supplied with the notebook and its devices
as the cables have been extensively tested.
It is recommended to disconnect any cables from your notebook that are not
connected to a peripheral device or are not in use.
Only devices complying with the following safety requirements should be connected
to your notebook: "AS/NZS 60960 Safety of information technology equipment" or "
AS/NZS 60065 Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus".
Touchpad
Light pressure with the tip of your finger is all that is required to operate the
touchpad. Because the touchpad is electrostatic sensitive, objects cannot be used in
place of your fingers. Using a pen or other object can damage the touchpad or cause
the notebook to malfunction.

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Battery Operation
To extend the life and power of your battery and guarantee secure operation, the
instructions below should be followed:
Never expose the battery to direct sunlight or heat for long periods.
Do not dispose of the battery by fire.
Disregarding these instructions will lead to damage and under some circumstances
may even cause the battery to explode.
Do not open the battery housing; it contains no user-serviceable parts.
Keep the battery away from electrically conductive materials, 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 battery
is completely discharged before recharging it.
Replace the battery only with the same type or an equivalent type recommended by
the manufacturer.
Charge the battery only until the battery charging light goes out. Also, refer to the
instructions under “Charging the Battery” on page 30 for instructions on checking the
battery level.
Only change the battery when the unit is switched off.
Batteries are classified as special waste and should always be disposed of properly.
Contact the customer service for more details.

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Included with Your Notebook
Please check that the contents are complete and notify us within 7 days of purchase if
any of the following components are missing:
Notebook
Battery
AC adapter with connection cable
OEM version of operating system
Documentation
DANGER!
Keep plastic packaging out of reach of children. There is a
risk of suffocation.

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Views
Open Notebook
1 - Webcam (optional)................................................................................ (p. 53)
2- Microphone............................................................................................ (p. 47)
3-LCD Display............................................................................................ (p. 33)
4- Multimedia Sensor Buttons (optional) ................................................... (p. 19)
5-Keyboard ............................................................................................... (p. 37)
6-Device Indicators ................................................................................... (p. 18)
7- Touchpad .............................................................................................. (p. 38)
8-Power ON/OFF ...................................................................................... (p. 26)

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Front View
9-Multimedia Card Reader ....................................................................... (p. 52)
Left Side
10 - Power Socket ....................................................................................... (p. 27)
11 -LAN Port (RJ-45) .................................................................................... (p. 48)
12 -External monitor port VGA ..................................................................... (p. 35)
13 - HDMI Connector .................................................................................... (p. 35)
14 - USB 3.0 Port .......................................................................................... (p. 53)

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Right Side
15 - Audio Out.............................................................................................. (p. 47)
16 - Microphone .......................................................................................... (p. 47)
17 -USB 2.0 Port .......................................................................................... (p. 53)
18 - Optical Drive ........................................................................................ (p. 42)
19 - Disc Eject Button ................................................................................... (p. 43)
20 -Emergency Ejection .............................................................................. (p. 44)
21 -Kensington®Lock ................................................................................... (p. 54)

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Device Indicators
LED's indicate the power and operating system states of the notebook. The meaning of
each LED is:
Operating Indicator
This LED will shine if the system is switched on.
Battery LED
This LED lights when the battery is charging.
Access indicator
This LED lights or flashes when the notebook is accessing the hard disk or the optical drive.
WLAN / Bluetooth LED (optional)
This LED lights when the WLAN /Bluetooth function is activated.
Capital Lock
This LED lights when CAPS-Lock has been activated. This sets the keyboard to capital
letters.
Num Lock
This LED lights when NUM-Lock has been activated.

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Multimedia Sensor Buttons (optional)
Wireless LAN
Enables or disables the wireless LAN function.
Mute
Switches the loudspeakers on / off.
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 to the previous title during the reproduction of multimedia
files.
Next Track
Jumps to the next title during the reproduction of multimedia files.
Decreases the volume
Increases the volume