Medion AKOYA E1225 User manual

Netbook
MEDION®AKOYA® E1225
User manual
40037595
Medion AG, 45307 Essen, Germany
Medion Electronics Ltd.
120 Faraday Park, Faraday Road, Dorcan
Swindon SN3 5JF, Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Hotline: 0871 - 376 10 20
(Costs 7p/min from a BT landline,
mobile costs maybe higher)
FAX: 01793 - 715 716
www.medion.co.uk

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 ownership of this
computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner.
This manual is divided into sections to help you find the information you require. Along
with the Table of Contents, an Index has been provided to help you locate information.
In addition, many application programs include extensive help functions. As a general
rule, you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard. These help functions
are available to you when you use the Microsoft Windows®operating system or the various
application programs.
This interactive manual is designed to provide additional information about your Netbook
as well as useful links accessible via the World Wide Web.
We have listed further useful sources of information starting on page 51.
Document Your Netbook
It is important to document the details of your Netbook purchase in the event you need
warranty service. The serial number can be found on the back of the Netbook:
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 utilization, this Netbook is designed for day-to-day household use.
The functions and applications for use with this Netbook have been designed with the
entire family in mind.

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Quality
We have 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.
Copying this manual
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mechanical, electronic and any other form without the written approval of the
manufacturer is prohibited.
Copyright©2011 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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Table of Contents:
Safety and Maintenance ........................................................................ 1
Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 3
Data Security .............................................................................................. 4
Set-Up Location .......................................................................................... 4
Ambient Temperature................................................................................. 5
Working in Comfort.................................................................................... 6
Connecting................................................................................................. 7
Power supply ........................................................................................ 7
Cabling ................................................................................................. 8
Information about the regulatory compliance according to R&TTE............. 9
Touchpad ................................................................................................... 9
Battery Operation ..................................................................................... 10
Views & Handling ................................................................................ 11
Included with Your Netbook......................................................................... 13
Views............................................................................................................ 14
Open Netbook.......................................................................................... 14
Left Side.................................................................................................... 15
Right Side ................................................................................................. 15
Device Indicators ...................................................................................... 16
Getting Started ............................................................................................. 17
How to start:............................................................................................. 17
Step 1 ................................................................................................. 17
Step 2 ................................................................................................. 20
Step 3 ................................................................................................. 20
Short Description of the Windows®Desktop.............................................. 21
Main Components................................................................................ 25
Power Supply ............................................................................................... 27
On/Off Button .......................................................................................... 27
Power Adapter.......................................................................................... 28
Battery Operation ..................................................................................... 29
Inserting the Battery............................................................................ 29
Removing the Battery.......................................................................... 30
Charging the Battery ........................................................................... 31
Discharging the battery....................................................................... 31
Battery Performance............................................................................ 31
Power Management ................................................................................. 33
Sleep Mode......................................................................................... 33
Hibernate Mode .................................................................................. 33
Display ......................................................................................................... 34
Opening and Closing the Display ............................................................. 34
Screen Resolution ..................................................................................... 34
Appearance and Personalization ............................................................... 34
Connecting an External Monitor............................................................... 36
Duplicate the Desktop......................................................................... 36

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Only display the Desktop on 1 ............................................................ 36
Only display the Desktop on 2 ............................................................ 36
Data Entry..................................................................................................... 37
The Keyboard ........................................................................................... 37
Netbook-Specific Key Combinations.................................................... 37
Touch Pad .................................................................................................... 38
Two-Finger Gesture............................................................................. 39
The Hard Drive.............................................................................................. 40
Important Directories................................................................................ 41
The Sound Card............................................................................................ 42
External Audio Ports.................................................................................. 43
The Network................................................................................................. 44
What is a network? ................................................................................... 44
Ethernet-Network................................................................................ 44
Wireless LAN ....................................................................................... 45
Conditions .......................................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting within the Network .................................................. 46
Bluetooth® (optional)................................................................................. 47
The Multimedia Card Reader......................................................................... 48
Inserting Memory Cards ........................................................................... 48
Removing Memory Cards ......................................................................... 48
Webcam (optional)....................................................................................... 49
Actual example using Windows Live Messenger ....................................... 49
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port ...................................................................... 50
Securing the Netbook ................................................................................... 51
Startup Password...................................................................................... 51
Using a safety lock .................................................................................... 51
Software ....................................................................................................... 52
Getting to Know Windows® 7 ................................................................... 52
Windows®7 - News ............................................................................. 52
Windows®7 - Help and Support .......................................................... 54
Windows®7 – Getting Started.............................................................. 55
Windows®7 - User Account Control..................................................... 56
Windows®7 – Control Panel ................................................................ 57
Windows Media Center ............................................................................ 58
Installation of Software ............................................................................. 61
How to Install your Software............................................................... 61
Software Uninstallation ....................................................................... 62
Windows Activation.................................................................................. 63
Product activation on your Netbook.................................................... 63
The BIOS Set-up-Program ......................................................................... 64
Running the BIOS Set-up..................................................................... 64
First Aid ............................................................................................... 65
Data and System Security ............................................................................. 67
Data Security ............................................................................................ 67
Maintenance Programs............................................................................. 67

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System Restore ............................................................................................. 68
Correction ................................................................................................ 68
Windows® Update .................................................................................... 69
Windows Update Information for Data Security .................................. 70
System Restore ............................................................................................. 71
Limits of the Recovery............................................................................... 71
Carrying out a Restore .............................................................................. 72
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................... 73
Customer Service.......................................................................................... 74
Localize the Cause .................................................................................... 74
Check Cables and Connections................................................................. 74
Errors and Possible Causes ............................................................................ 75
Additional Support ................................................................................... 76
Driver Support.......................................................................................... 76
Transporting the Netbook ........................................................................ 77
Maintenance............................................................................................. 78
Care of the TFT Display ............................................................................. 78
Upgrades and Repairs ................................................................................... 79
Notes for Service Engineers ................................................................. 79
Recycling and Disposal ................................................................................. 80
Batteries and Proper Treatment................................................................. 81
Appendix ............................................................................................. 83
Information about conformity ...................................................................... 85
ISO 13406-2 Class II.................................................................................. 85
FCC Compliance Statement...................................................................... 87
Index ............................................................................................................ 88

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Safety
HandlingComponentsHelpAppendix
Chapter 1
Safety and Maintenance
Subject Page
Safety Instructions .............................................................3
Data Security ......................................................................4
Set-up Location ..................................................................4
Ambient Temperature .......................................................5
Working in Comfort ...........................................................6
Connecting.........................................................................7
Information about the regulatory compliance
according to R&TTE............................................................9
Touch Pad ..........................................................................9
Battery Operation .............................................................10

English
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Safety Instructions 3
Safety
HandlingComponentsHelpAppendix
Safety Instructions
Please follow the instructions in this section for the safe operation of your netbook:
Do not allow small children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Children
are incapable of judging potential risks properly.
Keep the packing materials, such as plastic sheet away from children. The danger of
suffocation could arise in the case of misuse.
Do not open the case of the netbook, the battery or the power adaptor. When the
case is open there is a danger of severe electric shock.
Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the netbook. This may lead
to electric shock, electrical short-circuit or fire that will damage your Netbook.
Slots and openings in the Netbook serve to ventilate it. Do not cover up these
openings, because the Netbook could overheat.
The Netbook is not intended to be operated in a heavy industry company.
Operation under extreme environmental conditions can result in damage to your
Netbook.
Do not operate the Netbook during a thunderstorm, in order to avoid damage
through lightning strike.
Never place objects on top of the Netbook that would exert any pressure on the
display. There is a danger that even slight pressure may break the TFT display.
There is a risk of injury if the TFT display breaks. Use protective gloves to pack up
the broken pieces and contact customer service to arrange for proper disposal. It is
important to thoroughly wash your hands after handling a broken TFT display.
There is a chance that chemicals may have been released.
To avoid damage to the TFT 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.
In order to avoid damage to the display, do not touch it with your fingers or sharp
objects.
Never lift the Netbook by the TFT Display; doing so could break the hinges.