Medion AKOYA User manual

Instruction Manual
39.6 cm / 15.6“ Notebook
MEDION®AKOYA®

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Table of Contents
1. About these Instructions............................................................................. 5
1.1. Warning symbols and key words used in these instructions.................. 5
1.2. Proper Use ................................................................................................................. 6
1.3. Declaration of Conformity................................................................................... 6
2. Safety Instructions....................................................................................... 7
2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate
electronics ................................................................................................................. 7
2.2. Operational Safety.................................................................................................. 7
2.3. Never Carry Out Repairs Yourself ..................................................................... 9
2.4. Data Backup.............................................................................................................. 9
2.5. Setup Location......................................................................................................... 9
2.6. Environmental Requirements ..........................................................................10
2.7. Ergonomics .............................................................................................................11
2.8. Connecting..............................................................................................................12
2.9. Cabling......................................................................................................................12
2.10. Information about the Touchpad....................................................................13
2.11. Battery.......................................................................................................................14
3. Included with your Notebook................................................................... 14
4. Views........................................................................................................... 15
4.1. Open Notebook.....................................................................................................15
4.2. Left Side....................................................................................................................16
4.3. Right Side.................................................................................................................16
5. First Use ...................................................................................................... 17
6. Power Supply ............................................................................................. 18
6.1. On/Off Switch.........................................................................................................18
6.2. Mains Power ...........................................................................................................19
6.3. Battery Mode..........................................................................................................20
6.4. Power Management (Power Options)...........................................................22
6.5. ECO Function (optional) .....................................................................................23
7. Display ........................................................................................................ 23
7.1. Switching the Display Mode.............................................................................23
7.2. Opening and Closing the Display...................................................................23
7.3. Touch screen (optional)......................................................................................24
7.4. Screen Resolution.................................................................................................26
7.5. Appearance and Customisation......................................................................27
7.6. Connecting an External Monitor.....................................................................28
8. Data Input................................................................................................... 29
8.1. The Keyboard .........................................................................................................29
8.2. The Touchpad.........................................................................................................31

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9. The Hard Drive ........................................................................................... 33
9.1. Important Directories..........................................................................................34
10. The Optical Drive ....................................................................................... 35
10.1. Inserting a Disc ......................................................................................................35
10.2. Playing/Reading Discs.........................................................................................36
10.3. Regional playback information for DVDs.....................................................36
10.4. Issues Relevant to the Burner...........................................................................37
10.5. Installing battery / additional hard drive (optional).................................38
11. The Sound System ..................................................................................... 39
11.1. External Audio Connections .............................................................................39
12. Network Operation.................................................................................... 40
12.1. What is a Network? ..............................................................................................40
12.2. Wireless LAN (Wireless Network) ....................................................................40
12.3. Bluetooth.................................................................................................................41
12.4. Flight Mode.............................................................................................................42
13. The multi-Card Reader .............................................................................. 43
13.1. Inserting a Memory Card ...................................................................................43
13.2. Removing Memory Cards ..................................................................................43
14. The Webcam ............................................................................................... 43
15. The Universal Serial Bus Port ................................................................... 44
16. Securing your Notebook ........................................................................... 44
16.1. Power-on Password..............................................................................................44
16.2. Software...................................................................................................................45
16.3. Getting to know Windows®8 ............................................................................45
16.4. Windows Activation.............................................................................................45
16.5. Windows®8 – What’s New .................................................................................46
16.6. Overview..................................................................................................................48
16.7. Linking a User Account to a LiveID.................................................................50
16.8. Windows® 8 Start Screen....................................................................................50
16.9. Windows® 8 Desktop...........................................................................................51
16.10. Control Panel..........................................................................................................54
16.11. Windows®8 Power On/Off Functions............................................................56
16.12. Control Panel Settings.........................................................................................56
16.13. Resetting the Notebook to its Factory Settings.........................................57
16.14. UEFI firmware configuration.............................................................................58
16.15. Windows®8 – Help and Support .....................................................................58
17. FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................... 59
18. Customer Service....................................................................................... 60
18.1. What To Do In Case of Hardware Problems ................................................60
18.2. Find The Cause ......................................................................................................60

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18.3. Do You Need More Help?...................................................................................61
18.4. Driver Support .......................................................................................................61
18.5. Transport..................................................................................................................62
18.6. Maintenance...........................................................................................................63
18.7. Care of the Display ...............................................................................................64
19. Upgrading/Modifying and Repair ............................................................ 64
19.1. Notes for Service Technicians...........................................................................65
19.2. Information on Laser Radiation.......................................................................65
20. Recycling and Disposal.............................................................................. 66
21. European EN 9241-307 Class II Standard................................................. 67
21.1. FCC Compliance Statement..............................................................................69
22. Index ........................................................................................................... 70

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Personal Information
Please append the following to your proof of ownership:
Serial number ................................................
Date of purchase ................................................
Place of purchase ................................................
You will find the serial number on the underside of the Notebook. Where applica-
ble, also copy the number on your warranty documents.
Our Target Group
This operating manual is intended to be read by both first-time and experienced us-
ers. Regardless of any possible professional use, this Notebook is designed for use in
a private household. The entire family will be able to enjoy the wide variety of appli-
cations it offers.
The Quality
We select our components with 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.
Copying this Manual
This document contains legally protected information. All rights reserved. Mechani-
cal, electronic and any other form of reproduction is prohibited without the written
permission of the manufacturer.
Copyright © 2013
All rights reserved. This manual is protected by copyright. MEDION®is the owner of
the copyright.
Trademarks: MS-DOS®and Windows®8 are registered trademarks of the Microsoft®
corporation. Intel, the Intel Logo, Intel Inside, Intel Core, Notebook, and Core Inside
are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
®
, the HDMI logo and the name High-Definition Multimedia Interface
are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Subject to technical and optical changes as well as printing errors.

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1. About these Instructions
Before using the device for the first time, please read these operating in-
structions carefully, paying special attention to the safety notices.
This device should only be used as designated and as described in these
instructions.
Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.
Always include these instructions if passing the 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 irre-
versible 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 guidelines in the operating instructions.
WARNING!
Warning: danger of electric shock!
WARNING!
Warning: danger due to excessive volume!

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• Bullet point/information on operating steps and results
`Tasks to be performed
1.2. Proper Use
This device is designed for the use, management and editing of electronic docu-
ments and multimedia content, as well as for digital communication. The device is
intended for private use only and not for industrial/commercial use.
Please note that we shall not be liable in cases 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 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 (optional)
• Bluetooth (optional)
Medion AG hereby declares that this device conforms to the fundamental require-
ments and the remaining relevant regulations of the 1999/5/EC R&TTE Directive.
This product satisfies the basic requirements and relevant regulations of the Ecode-
sign Directive 2009/125/EC. Full declarations of conformity are available at
http://www.medion.com/conformity.

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2. Safety Instructions
2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced
ability to operate electronics
• This device is not intended for use by people (including children)
with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or for those with-
out experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a
person responsible for their safety or they have been instructed in
its use.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the device. Children should not be allowed to use this device with-
out supervision.
• Keep the device and its accessories out of the reach of children.
DANGER!
Keep plastic packaging out of the reach of children. There
is a 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 adapt-
er! This could result in an electric shock or even ignite a fire which
will damage your Notebook.
• Optical drive (CD/CDRW/DVD) constitute class 1 laser equipment
providing these devices are contained in a sealed Notebook hous-
ing. Do not remove the drive cover as invisible laser radiation may
escape.
• Do not insert anything into the Notebook through the slots and
openings. This could result in an electric shock or even ignite a fire
which will damage your Notebook.
• The slots and openings on the Notebook are for ventilation pur-
poses. Do not cover these openings as this could cause the device
to overheat.

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• The Notebook is not intended for use by companies in the heavy
industry sector.
• To avoid damage from lightning strikes, do not operate the Note-
book during thunderstorms.
• Do not place any objects on top of the Notebook and do not exert
pressure on the display. Otherwise, there is a risk that the display
may break.
• If the screen breaks, there is a danger of injury. If this happens, pick
up the shattered pieces wearing protective gloves and send them
to your service centre for professional disposal. Finally, wash your
hands with soap, as the pieces may have been contaminated with
chemicals.
• Do not fold the display back by an angle of more than 300°. Ex-
ceeding this value may damage the housing or the Notebook. Al-
ways 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.
• To avoid damaging the screen, do not touch it with sharp objects.
• Switch the Notebook off immediately/do not switch the Notebook
on, disconnect the mains plug and contact customer services if the
mains adapter or the attached power cable or plug is burnt or da-
maged. Replace faulty mains cables/mains adaptors only with ori-
ginal parts. These parts should not be repaired under any circum-
stances.
• Switch the Notebook off immediately/do not switch the Notebook
on, disconnect the mains plug and contact customer services if the
Notebook housing is damaged or liquid has penetrated into the
device. Have the Notebook inspected by customer services. Other-
wise, it may not be possible to operate the Notebook safely. There
may be a risk of electric shock and/or harmful laser radiation!

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2.3. Never Carry Out Repairs Yourself
WARNING!
Never try to open or repair the device yourself. There is a
risk of electric shock.
• If there is a fault, contact the Medion Service Center or other suita-
ble specialist workshop.
2.4. Data Backup
CAUTION!
Back up your data on external storage media before each up-
date. We do not accept any liability for claims for compensa-
tion arising from loss of data or any consequential loss or dam-
age.
2.5. Setup Location
• Keep your Notebook and all connected devices away from mois-
ture and avoid dust, heat and direct sunlight. Non-compliance
with these instructions can lead to faults or damage to the Note-
book.
• Do not use the Notebook outdoors because external elements,
such as rain, snow, etc., could damage it.
• Set up and operate all components on a stable, level and vibration-
free surface to prevent the Notebook from falling down.
• Do not operate the Notebook or power adaptor for long periods
on your lap or any other body part as the heat dissipation on the
underside can result in uncomfortable overheating.
• In the first few hours of use new devices can give off a typical, un-
avoidable but totally harmless smell, which wears off with time.
Ventilate the room regularly to prevent odour build-up.

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2.6. Environmental Requirements
• 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).
• During a thunderstorm, disconnect the mains plug and the anten-
na plug. For extra safety, we recommend using an overvoltage pro-
tection device to prevent the Notebook from sustaining damage
as a result of power surges or lightning strikes.
• After transporting the Notebook, wait until the device has reached
room temperature before switching it on. Large changes in tem-
perature or fluctuations in humidity can cause moisture build-up
within the Notebook due to condensation. This can cause an elec-
trical short circuit.
• Keep the original packaging in the event the device needs to be
sent in the post.

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2.7. Ergonomics
PLEASE NOTE!
Avoid dazzle, reflections and strong bright-dark contrast in order to
protect your eyes.
The Notebook should never be placed next to a window because this is the bright-
est part of the room in daylight. This brightness can make it more difficult for the
eyes to adjust to the darker display. The Notebook should always be positioned so
that the direction of vision is parallel to the window front.
Setting up the Notebook with your back to the window is incorrect as reflections
from the bright window on the screen will then be unavoidable. A position looking
onto the window is also incorrect as the contrast between the dark screen and the
bright daylight can cause problems for the eyes to adjust and result in problems.
The parallel line of vision should also be maintained in relation to artificial lighting
equipment.
In other words, the same criteria and principles apply where the workspace is illu-
minated with artificial light. Where space restrictions make it impossible to set up
the screen as described, then correct positioning (rotating, tilting) of the Notebook/
screen can prevent dazzling, reflections and excessive bright-dark contrast, etc. In
many cases, an improvement can also be achieved by using slats or vertical blinds
on the windows, partition walls or by changing the artificial lighting equipment.

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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 accessi-
ble.
• To disconnect the power supply from your Notebook (via the
mains adaptor), pull the mains plug from the power outlet.
• Plug the Notebook’s mains adapter into AC 100–240 V~, 50/60 Hz
earthed sockets only. If you are not sure about the power supply at
the set-up location, please ask your power supplier.
• Use only the mains adapter and power cable supplied.
• For extra safety, we recommend using an overvoltage protection
device to prevent your Notebook from sustaining damage as a re-
sult of power surges or lightning strikes.
• If you want to disconnect the adapter from the mains, pull the con-
nector out of the wall socket first and then out of the socket on the
Notebook. The mains adapter or the Notebook may be damaged if
this process is carried out in the reverse order. Always take hold of
the plug when disconnecting the cable from the socket. Never pull
on the cable.
2.9. 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 devices with a USB connection. In all cases, observe the
relevant operating instructions.

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• Maintain a distance of at least one metre from sources of high-fre-
quency and magnetic interference (TV sets, loudspeakers, mobile
phones, DECT telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and
data loss.
• Please note that only shielded cables that are shorter than 3 me-
tres may be connected to the external interfaces of this Notebook.
Please only use double-shielded cables for printer cable connec-
tions.
• Do not exchange the supplied cable for another one. Use only the
supplied cable as this cable has been extensively tested in our lab-
oratory.
• In addition, when connecting your peripherals only use the con-
necting cables supplied with those devices.
• Ensure that all connection cables are connected to their corre-
sponding peripheral device to avoid any interference radiation.
Disconnect any cables that are not required.
• The only devices which may be connected to the Notebook are
those that meet the requirements set out in the EN60950 standard
“Information Technology Equipment – Safety” or devices that meet
the EN60065 standard “Audio, video and similar electronic appara-
tus – Safety requirements”.
2.10. 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 oth-
er objects as these can damage your touchpad.

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2.11. Battery
CAUTION!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Re-
place only with the same or equivalent type recommen-
ded by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer‘s
instructions. Never attempt to disassemble or reassemb-
le. Do not heat up above 60°C (140°F). Do not dispose of in
fire or directly short circuit.
To extend your battery’s performance and lifespan and ensure safe
operation, you should also observe the guidelines below:
• Avoid dirt and contact with electrically conductive materials or
chemical substances and cleaning agents.
• Use only the supplied mains adaptor to charge the battery. Make
sure (via the Notebook display or acoustic signal) that the battery
is fully discharged before charging it again.
• Always charge the battery until the battery charging light goes
out. Please also observe the information in “Charging the battery”
on page 31 to assess the charge status of your battery.
• Ensure the Notebook is switched off before replacing the battery.
3. 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
• 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.

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4. Views
4.1. Open Notebook
31
6
4
5
2
(illustration similar)
1) Webcam
2) Webcam LED
3) Microphone
4) Ambient light sensor
5) Volume Button
6) Windows Button

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4.2. Left Side
78 9 10 11 12 13
(illustration similar)
7) Power Socket
8) LAN Port (RJ-45)
9) HDMI Connector
10) USB 3.0 Port
11) USB 3.0 Port
12) Mini Display Port
13) Audio Out /Headset connection
4.3. Right Side
18
17
16
15
14 19
(illustration similar)
14) Multimedia Card Reader
15) USB 2.0 Ports*
16) Optical Drive
17) Disc Eject Button
18) Emergency Ejection
19) Power ON/OFF

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5. First Use
To operate your Notebook safety and ensure a long service life, you should read the
“Operational safety” chapter at the beginning of this manual. All operating software
is already fully preinstalled on the Notebook so there is no need for you to install
any more drivers and you can get started right away.
`Before starting, insert the battery by placing it into the compartment until it
clicks into place. Be sure to fasten the battery compartment to prevent the
battery falling out.
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`Connect the supplied mains adapter to the Notebook (7). Next, connect the
power cable to the adapter and then plug it into a mains socket. Move the
switch on the mains adapter (optional) to position Ito power the Notebook and
charge the battery. Set this switch to 0to 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 300°. Always hold the dis-
play firmly by the middle when folding it back, adjusting the position and clos-
ing it. Failure to do so may damage the display. Never use force to open the dis-
play.
PLEASE NOTE!
When first operating your Notebook please ensure that the battery is
inserted and the mains adapter is connected. This is required for Win-
dows® 8 to correctly work out the Windows® 8 performance index.

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`Switch the Notebook on by pressing the on/off switch (19). The Notebook will
now start and run through various steps.
PLEASE NOTE!
There should be no bootable disk (e.g. the recovery disc) in the optical
drive as this will prevent the operating system from being loaded from
the hard drive.
The operating system will be loaded from the hard drive. The loading process takes
a little longer during the initial setup. Once all the necessary data has been entered,
the operating system will be set up. The operating system is fully loaded once the
Windows®8 start-up screen appears.
PLEASE NOTE!
The initial installation may take a few minutes. Do not unplug the Note-
book from the mains or switch it off during the initial installation. This
may adversely affect the installation. Do not switch off the Notebook
until after the installation has been completed successfully and the
startup screen appears.
6. Power Supply
6.1. On/Off Switch
`Open the Notebook and hold the on/off switch down briefly to switch the Note-
book on or off.
The operating light indicates the current operating mode. Regardless of the operat-
ing system, the Notebook will switch off if the switch is held down for longer than
4 seconds continuously.
CAUTION!
Do not switch your Notebook off while the hard drive or optical
drive is being accessed. Otherwise data may be lost. To protect
the hard drive, you should always wait for 5 seconds after swit-
ching off the Notebook before switching it back on again.

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6.2. Mains Power
Your Notebook comes with a universal mains adapter for alternating current which
automatically adapts to the available power source. The following values are sup-
ported: 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 left side of the Notebook (7).
The adapter has an on/off switch (optional). When the switch is set to OFF (0), no
power is being consumed and no power is being supplied to the Notebook.
The adapter supplies the Notebook with power in the ON position (I) and also
charges the battery. The operating lights on the Notebook provide information
about the operating mode. Your battery will also be charged while you work on
your Notebook with the mains adapter connected. The mains adapter also con-
sumes power when the Notebook is not connected to it. You should therefore al-
ways remove the mains adapter plug from the socket when it is not connected to
the Notebook or move the switch to the OFF (0) position.
ATTENTION!
Use only the mains adapter and power cable supplied.
6.2.1. Starting the Notebook
`Open up the display as described above and press the on/off switch.
`Follow the instructions on the screen. Step-by-step instructions will guide you
through the process to be followed.
`The welcome procedure takes you through several screens and dialogues.
`Select your desired language and then the corresponding country settings.
Licence Agreement
Please read through the licence agreement carefully. It provides important legal in-
formation about the use of your software product. To view the text in full, you must
slide the scroll bar downwards using the mouse until you reach the end of the doc-
ument. You accept the licence agreement by checking the I accept the agreement
radio button. Only this entitles you to use the product in accordance with the terms
and conditions.
After entering a computer name you can 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 Win-
dows®8 interface.
If you have already set up an Internet connection, you can now log in to your Note-
book using a Microsoft account.