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1. 58 Software iicet tete 37 Software uninstallation 44 Sound system eese 32 Standards Electrical safety 63 Electromagnetic compatibility 63 FCC compliance statement 65 Noise emission see 64 Start button occ eee eee 21 System restore oo cece eeeseseeeeeeeeeeees 50 T Transporting 57 Troubleshooting 50 55 U Upgrades and repairs 58 USB porticati 33 VV Warranty cei 66 Windows activation 45 Windows 7 User account control 41 Control panel nn 42 Getting started 40 Help and Support 39 NE ai ee EDI 37 Quickstartguide 39 Windows Desktop 21 Windows Update 51 Wireless LAN eee 34 Index 73 Connecting Safety Operation Help C D Q O lt 74 English
2. 29 Customer service eeeesssees 55 D Data and system security 49 Data SECUTrity iii 4 Directories st 30 Driver SUpport ii 57 E Einschalten tente Electrical safety Electromagnetic compatibility 63 Ergonomics cei 10 63 Erleichterte Bedienung 31 Errors and possible causes 56 F FAQ c eie iaia 54 FCC compliance statement 65 G Getting Started cesses 19 72 English H Hard drive ttes 29 HDi a ores See Hard drive Hotline 56 Included with your AKOYA MINI PC 7 Installation of Software 43 K Keyboard inne 28 KEYS ulti 28 L License Agreement 20 Localise the cause 55 M Maintenance e 57 Maintenance programs 49 MOUSE iano 27 N Network 34 LAN Access Point 35 Troubleshooting 36 What is a network 34 Wireless LAN 34 Noise eMISSION 64 O Operation Keyboard cesses 28 MOUSe iieri 27 Operational safety Data SECUTrity n 4 Connectingi iianiie arnie 12 Cablitig i ich ep 12 P Program bar in 21 R RSGITE 4 2 64 Recycling and disposal 59 S Service engineers
3. On Off Switch Diagram reference A 3 Press the On off once to start loading the operating system The On Off switch function can be programmed in the Windows Control Panel Power Options Hardware and Sound please refer to on line help The AKOYA MINI PC will always be switched off if the main switch is pressed for more than 4 seconds Warning If the operating system is not shut down properly through Shut down n then there is a risk of data loss Getting Started 19 Safety D D 5 D o U Operation Help Appendix Step 2 Starting Initial Setup The AKOYA MINI PC starts and now goes through a number of phases Note Ensure that there is no bootable CD e g the Recovery CD in the CD ROM drive Such disks will prevent the operating system from loading di rectly off the hard drive The operating system is loaded from the hard disk During the initial set up the load ing process takes slightly longer than normal to register the operating system and the individual components completely Your operating system is finished loading when a welcome screen is shown on your display Follow the instructions on the screen Dialogue boxes will explain any steps that need to be taken The greeting procedure will guide you through the following screens and dialogues Should you have any questions just click on 93 i License agreement Please read through the license agreement carefu
4. Purchase Details Enter your purchase details below for quick reference Serial Numbers sssesesessss ee i e Microsoft Ci Place and date of Purchase 0 You will find the AKOYA MINI PC serial number on the rear of the AKOYA MINI PC Also copy this number into your guarantee documents if necessary Quality Medion has selected the components in this computer for their high level of functional ity ease of use safety and reliability Through balanced hardware and software design we are able to provide you with an innovative personal computer useful for applications relating to both work and leisure We are pleased to welcome you as our newest customer Thank you for choosing our products 2009 Medion All rights reserved Microsoft MS DOS and Windows are registered trade marks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S and other countries Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners Information in this document is subject to change without notice Table of contents SEL A PRATO N Ur ep earn ue Een EQe IA TO I ST 1 Operational Safety ens nen pede e o ei aaa 3 Data Secutity na este ee ae dat ease Le cina ee TD aba A SR RN ONERE ne 4 Setting Up amp Getting Started cesererererrerere rece rece rese see eeee rece receceno 5 Included with your AKOYA MINI PC 7 Setti
5. bance characteristics Limits and methods of meas urement c EN 55024 Information technology equipment Immunity char 5 acteristics Limits and methods of measurement S Q EN 61000 3 2 Limits Limits for harmonic current emissions equip ment input current up to and including 16 A per x phase EN 61000 3 3 Limits Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker in low voltage supply systems for equipment with a rated current up to 16 A a di Electrical Safety Electrical safety requirements according to the following standards EN 60950 1 Safety of information technology equipment iS ge Ergonomics Q Ergonomic requirements according to the following standards lt DIN EN ISO Ergonomic requirements for office work with display devices 9241 3 Part 3 Requirements for visual displays 9241 4 Part 4 Requirements for keyboards 9241 8 Part 8 Requirements for colour representation 9241 9 Part 9 Input devices except keyboards Standards 63 Noise Emission Requirements for noise emission according to the measurement procedure in accor dance with the following standard ISO 7779 Acoustics Measurement of airborne noise emitted by ISO 9296 information technology and telecommunications equipment This AKOYA MINI PC fulfils the requirements of noise emissions according to ISO 7779 with following values Operating Mode Max Sound power level L B A de clared according to ISO 9296 Idling 4 8 Operati
6. changes to this computer will appear as soon as you carry out an unauthorized change e Click on Continue in order to continue the procedure Appendix e Click on Cancel in order to end the procedure Software 41 Windows 7 Control Panel You can change Windows settings using the control panel The settings control almost everything relating to Windows displays and functionalities and they enable you to organise Windows according to your requirements ce it E OO ES gt Control Panel gt Adjust your computer s settings System and Security Review your computer s status Back up your compute Find and fix problems Network and Internet Connect to the Internet nei rk status and tasks Choo homegroup and sharing options Hardware and Sound n View devices and printers Add a device Programs E b Uninstall a program lelll P View by Category v User Accounts and Family Safety Add or remove user accounts Sy Set up parental controls for any user Appearance and Personalization Change the theme t Adjust screen resolution Change desktop background Clock Language and Region Change keyboards or other input methods Ease of Access Let Windows Opt ggest settings When you first open the Control Panel a few of the most frequently used elements of the Control Panel are displayed by category For further information on any element in the Co
7. user folder All other data will be erased For this rea son you must perform regular backups on external data carriers We will not be liable for data loss and or consequential damages 7 Click on Next and follow the further instructions which will appear on the screen to restore the delivery condition System Restore 53 FAQ Frequently Asked Questions 3 When do have to activate Windows D Your software has been preactivated in the factory An activation will only be required if several components are replaced by others you install a new motherboard a different BIOS version has been installed you install the software to another computer 3 What is the Windows activation D Your operating instructions include a chapter about this subject 3 How do I perform a data backup D Make a backup and another backup of selected data to an external medium CD R to familiarise yourself with the technique A backup is unsuitable if you are not able to recover the data the medium CD R CD RW is defective or no longer available 3 Do I still have to install the enclosed CDs DVDs D No Basically all programs are already preinstalled The disks are only intended as backup copies 3 When is the recovery of the factory setting recommended D This method should be chosen as the last resort Read chapter System Restore on page 50 concerning the alternatives possi ble 54 English Safety Custom
8. If your system should stop working properly despite following the previous trouble shooting instructions you can restore its delivered default condition D e e 9 Limits of the Recovery c c e Changes made to the original configuration RAS Desktop or Internet settings S and installed Software will be ignored by this Recovery and will not be re loaded e Driver Updates or hardware installed by you will be ignored by this Recovery c o Carryi R E arrying out a Restore El 1 Remove any mass storage devices you may be using memory cards USB sticks etc 2 Switch on the AKOYA MINI PC 3 Press the corresponding key when you see the message Press F11 to run re covery or Press F12 to run recovery After a few seconds the message Windows is loading files will appear Wait until the files are loaded The Power Recover menu will then appear 4 Select the language of the restoration menu 5 Click on Next 6 You may now choose between two forms of restoration e Restore to HDD no backup of user data All data on the AKOYA MINI PC are irretrievably erased restoring delivery condition Z ge c Vv Q a lt e Restore to HDD with backed up user data Delivery condition is restored and all user data under C User are pre served Warning When using the option with backed up user data the restoration procedure takes a long time Data are only preserved if they are lo cated in the C
9. Manager There is not enough room on the HDD e Audio or video recordings need a great deal of memory between 1 and 2 GB hour Safeguard files that you do not need on external media such as DVD CD Rs or hard drives or other external media e g the MEDION hard drive HDDrive 2go Additional Support If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your problem please contact the service hotline and we will attempt to help you solve the problem Before you contact the Technology Centre however please have the following information avail able e How is your computer configured e What additional peripherals do you use e What messages if any appear on your screen e What software were you using when the error occurred e What steps have you already undertaken to solve the problem e Have you upgraded or removed drivers or hardware e Can you manually repeat the problem e If you have been given a customer number previously please quote this 56 English Safety Driver Support This AKOYA MINI PC has been extensively tested in our laboratories with a large num ber of compatible devices It fulfils all required standards and complies with the stan dard Designed for Windows which certifies utmost compatibility However often the software drivers for individual components are updated from time to time This is a regular process provided by the manufacturer to mend possible com patibility problems that may occu
10. can even adapt Device Stage If the manufacturer of your camera for example prepares an adapted version of Device Stage you can see the number of photos on the camera and receive links to useful information when you link the camera to the AKOYA MINI PC 38 English Safety Homegroup With homegroups a new function of Windows 7 the linking of home computers is really simple A home network group is created automatically for example when you link the first AKOYA MINI PC under Windows 7 with the home network The addition of additional AKOYA MINI PC s with Windows 7 to the home network group is quickly accomplished You can indicate exactly what should be released on each AKOYA MINI PC for all other AKOYA MINI PC s in the home network group Finally the shared use of files on the various home AKOYA MINI PC s and on many other devices is so simple that it is as if all files were located on one single hard drive This allows you to store digital photos on the computer in your home office and then enjoy easy access to them from a laptop in any other room in the house Similarly the printer in home office is automatically released for all AKOYA MINI PCs in the house as long as they are all in the home network group Connecting Beginners and persons changing from other Windows versions systems are advised to read this material carefully c s s i O o 9 Windows 7 Quick Start Guide This Handbook will give
11. currently active to the clipboard Shift Generates the character required for e mails pro nounced at Ctrl Alt Del Windows security is launched Country specific variances are possible 28 English The Hard Drive The hard drive is the main storage medium combining large storage capacity and rapid data access The hard drive contains the operating system of the computer other application pro grams and backup files These programs and files are pre installed on your AKOYA MINI PC so you may note that some of the space on your hard drive is already taken The Windows operating system cannot use the full capacity of the hard drive which means that there will be a difference between the capacity that the BIOS displays and what the operating system displays The operating system of the AKOYA MINI PC further application programs and backup files are located on the hard drive and reduce its total capacity The hard drive is addressed as drive C and D Note Never switch off the computer while the busy indicator is lit since this may result in loss of data A flickering hard drive display is your indication that the AKOYA MINI PC is accessing the hard drive Usually your hard disk is divided into more partitions The configuration of your hard drive can be displayed and configured under Disk Management To familiarise your self with the hard drive configuration search Windows Help for the key word Disk M
12. everyday tasks even simpler For example the Snaps function makes it easier than ever to compare two open windows You do not need to adjust the size of the open window for comparison Simply pull the window using the mouse to one of the edges at the side of the screen and it will fill half the screen Snap the window on both sides and it is already easier than ever to compare two windows If you would like to display all Desktop mini applications simply move the mouse into the lower right hand corner of the Desktop This makes all open windows transparent so that the Desktop and all the mini applications located on it will be instantly visible Click on the Titlebar of the window shake it and all open windows will be displayed as symbols on the Taskbar Shake the window again and the other windows will be displayed again Better device management Windows 7 enables you to close manage and use all devices through the Devices and Printers central function All devices are displayed in a central position With the new Device Stage Technology Windows 7 even goes one step further in device management Device Stage helps you use all compatible devices connected to your computer Thanks to Device Stage now you display the device status in one sin gle window and carry out often used commands You will even find pictures of the devices here easily enabling you to see which devices are connected The manufac turer of the devices
13. miniature displays a full screen preview of the particular window Moving the cursor away from the miniature closes the full screen preview Help Jump lists Jump lists offer a practical possibility when opening files which you have recently worked on To display recently used files just right click the application symbol on the Taskbar Right clicking on the Word symbol will display recently used Word docu ments You can also easily place other files in the jump list if you would like to have them readily at hand in which case they will always be displayed This allows you to access documents which you use more frequently with just a few mouse clicks Appendix The jump lists from a few programs such as Windows Media Player can be filled in advance with frequently used commands Thus for example the Windows Media Player jump list might contain options to play all music or to re open the latest play list The Internet Explorer jump list displays frequently and most recently visited websites For certain programs this enables rapid access commands which in the past could only be retrieved from the program itself such as the command to create a new e mail message Software 37 Improved Desktop Windows 7 simplifies working with the windows on the Desktop This provides you with more intuitive possibilities for opening and closing as well as for changing the size and for rearranging Windows 7 makes the performance of
14. prove harmful 6 e Do not insert objects through the slots and openings of the AKOYA MINI PC This may lead to electric shock electrical short circuit or fire that will damage your AKOYA MINI PC e Do not cover the slots and openings in the AKOYA MINI PC casing These open ings are for ventilation purposes Covering these vents may lead to overheating 2 Please keep free a minimum distance of 20 cm on all sides when setting up the T AKOYA MINI PC Switch off your AKOYA MINI PC immediately or do not switch it on at all and contact customer service x e if the power cord or the connectors attached to it are burnt or damaged Re 5 place the defective power cord with an original power cord Under no circum T stances may a defective power cord be repaired 2 e ifthe housing of the AKOYA MINI PC is damaged or fluids have leaked into it Have the AKOYA MINI PCchecked by customer service first because the AKOYA MINI PC may not be safely operated otherwise and there may be a life threatening risk of electrocution Operational Safety 3 Data Security Attention Every time you update your data make back up copies on an external storage medium The supplier does not assume liability for data loss or damage to data storage units and no claims can be accepted for dam ages resulting from the loss of data or consequential lossesChapter 2 English gt p eb m S un e Setting Up amp IS pus U Gettin
15. you a brief overview of the operation of your operating sys tem 8 Windows Help and Support es e Help Windows 7 Help and Support An answer to almost every question can be found in this program o Find an answer quickly This help function fully covers the Windows operating system Enter a few words in the search box It is helpful for both beginners and professionals You can m print or bookmark the information which is categorized Hos into topics You start like this do 10 get started Appendix 1 Clickon Start 2 Now select Help and Support e offline Help gt Software 39 Windows 7 Getting Started Learn everything you need to know about the features of the AKOYA MINI PC Sa e gt i gt Control Panel All Control Panel Items Getting Started Go online to find out what s new in Windows 7 Discover new features that can help you be productive stay safer and have fun Find out everything you need to know about setting up your computer gt Go online to learn more Go online to find out what s new in I 1 x Transfer files and settings from x Personalize Windows Windows7 another computer Use a homegroup to share with ag Choose when to be notified about PF Go online to get Windows Live 2 other computers in your home changes to your computer A Essentials sn vo GEM Back up your files Add new users to your computer
16. CKUP COPY OF ALL DATA ON THE PRODUCT BEFORE RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO MEDION To the extent permitted by law MEDION excludes all liability for loss of data and MEDION recommends in all cases that you back up all data on your MEDION product before returning the product to MEDION 70 English Safety IIl Special warranty conditions for repair on site or replacement on site If a claim for repair or replacement on site is included within the terms of the warranty card provided with the product the special warranty conditions for repair or replace ment of your MEDION product on site apply Is The following provisions must be made by you for carrying out repairs or replacements on site 5 e MEDION or its authorised personnel must have unrestricted safe and immedi U ate access to the products e Telecommunication facilities required by MEDION or its authorised personnel for proper execution of your order for testing and diagnostic purposes and for c remedying faults are provided by you at your own expense 2 e You are responsible yourself for restoring the application software after the re E 3 o pair services have been carried out by MEDION or its authorised personnel Q e You must take all other necessary steps to enable MEDION or its authorised per O sonnel to carry out your order properly e You are responsible yourself for connecting and configuring any existing exter nal peripheral products after MEDION or its authorised p
17. Change the size of the text on your screen It is the aim of this feature to enable both beginners and experienced users to make additional setting for the optimal use of Windows 7 after first bringing the AKOYA MINI PC into operation 40 English Getting Started has been subdivided into many small groups of subjects so that the user will have the possibility of adjusting the content optimally to his or her knowl edge There are some of the links in the following Safety e Go online to find out what s new in Windows 7 e Personalize Windows e Transfer files and settings from another computer e Usea homegroup to share with other computers in your home e Choose when to be notified about changes to your computer Connecting e Back up your files e Add new users to your computer e Change the size of the text on your screen Use Getting Started to understand your AKOYA MINI PC better and in order to be able to use it optimally It will also serve you as an additional source of information for recognizing and removing potential problems c s i E o 9 You vvill call up Getting Started as follovvs 1 Clich on Start 2 Select Getting Started in the Program List Help Windows 7 User Account Control The User Account Control contributes to the prevention of unauthorized changes to the AKOYA MINI PC A window with the message Do you want to allow the following program to make
18. Electrical Safety eri 08 ree Ole 63 EFGONOMIES e NM E 63 NOISE Emission tede eet de eee albania bus 64 Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R amp TTE 64 FCC Compliance Statement i 65 Making Copies of this Manual eese nennen nennen nennen nenne 65 Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom esee 66 Ind t P E e ERI DE EAD EP nex 72 vi D wo s oO Va Chapter 1 Oo amp O Safety C c O U Subject Page c Operational Safety i 3 Datta Security ua 4 g Q O Q E E Appendix English D wo Tl oO Va Operational Safety Please read this chapter carefully and observe all listed notes This ensures a reliable operation and long life expectancy of your AKOYA MINI PC a e Donotallow children to play unattended with electrical equipment Children are incapable of judging potential risks properly Z e Keep the packing materials such as plastic sheeting away from children The danger of suffocation could arise in the case of misuse U e Do not open the AKOYA MINI PC casing or use the AKOYA MINI PC with the cas ing removed When the casing is open there is a danger to life from electric shock e Optical drives are Laser Class 1 devices These lasers must remain in their sealed AKOYA MINI PC casing Do not remove the drive covers as exposure to the la ET sers may
19. Notes on this Manual Keep these instructions with your computer at all times The proper set up use and care can help extend the life of your computer In the event that you transfer owner ship of this computer please give these instructions to the new owner This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the information you require Along with the Table of Contents at the beginning of this manual an Index has been provided to help you find topical information If you want to start up your AKOYA MINI PC immediately please read the chapters Operational Safety page 3 and Setting up and Getting Started page 8 We strongly recommend you read this entire manual to ensure the proper set up and operation of your AKOYA MINI PC Many application programs incorporate extensive help functions As a general rule you can access help functions by pressing F1 on the keyboard These help functions will be available to you while you are using the Microsoft Windows operating system or the respective application program We have listed further useful sources of information in the section Getting to know Win dovvs 7 starting on page 37 Audience These instructions are intended for both the novice and advanced user Regardless of the possible professional utilisation this AKOYA MINI PC is designed for day to day household use The functions and applications for use with this AKOYA MINI PC have been designed with the entire family in mind
20. PC on the mounting screw and slot of the base D 8 D O U 1 Fasten the mounting screw Attention Thread When fastening the screw do not use any tools such as pliers as they may damage the thread Raised edges Operation Mounting the device using the VESA bracket optional The product comes with a bracket to mount the AKOYA MINI PC to the back of an LCD monitor For this purpose there must be 4 tapped holes on the side of the monitor that are arranged in a square with a distance of 75 mm and or 100 mm from each other VESA MIS D standard 1 Place the VESA bracket on the tapped holes in the back of the monitor with the flat side and mounting screw fac ing down Help Appendix 2 Fasten the bracket using the 4 screws on the back of the monitor Use a Phil lips screwdriver 3 Slide the AKOYA MINI PC into the VESA bracket so that the thread comes to rest on top of the mounting screw and the raised edge above the slot 4 Fasten the mounting screw Fig VESA bracket Setting Up of the AKOYA MINI PC 9 Ergonomics Note Ensure that the monitor is set up in such a way that reflections glare and light darkness contrast are avoided You should not position the monitor in close proximity to a window as this is usually the brightest area of the room and may cause visual impairments during daylight hours Always position the monitor in a line of sight that runs par
21. Panel go c I o The following adjustment possibilities are available e Personalization e Display e Desktop Gadgets e Taskbar and Start Menu e Ease of Access Center e Folder Options e Fonts The Hard Drive 31 The Sound System Diagram reference D E H Note The speaker headphones output is designed for active speaker systems or headphones Passive speakers cannot be used or if they are the quality will be significantly reduced If you want to change the basic volume click on the loudspeaker icon in your taskbar Note Connect your headsets earplugs only to the port on the front of the AKOYA MINI PC diagram reference D Caution The use of headphones earphones with a high volume can lead to last ing damage to your hearing Set the volume to the lowest level before reproducing any sound Start the sound reproduction and increase the volume to the level that is comfortable for you Changing the basic set tings of the equalizer can also cause damage to the hearing of the lis tener It can cause damage to the hearing ability of the listener if a device is operated through earphones with an increased volume for a long period 32 English Safety USB Port Diagram reference C Note Devices connected directly to the USB bus should not draw more than 500 mA The voltage output is protected by a fuse Limited Power Source according to EN 60950 Should the devices need more power than
22. ackup disk with all your passwords and the operating system s original 9 configuration g o O Maintenance Programs You can avoid some hardware and software errors with the help programs such as Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup The help program System Information can also be helpful as it gives you detailed information about your system configuration You can also find these programs in Accessories gt System Tools too Z ge c Q Q a lt Data and System Security 49 System Restore Windows 7 provides a useful function System Restore enabling the storage of the so called Recovery points The system remembers the current configuration as a snapshot and returns to this if necessary The advantage is that an unsuccessful installation can be cancelled Recovery points are created automatically by the system but they can also be set manually You can determine and configure yourself the maximum memory taken up by this You find this program in the program file under Accessories gt System Tools We recommend setting a recovery point before installing new software or drivers At this point if the system does not run properly this recovery point should enable you to return to a workable configuration without deleting newly created documents In the next paragraph you will find your options for the repair of an incorrect installation Correction Windows 7 includes various functions ensuring that the AKOYA MINI PC as w
23. allel to the window front see picture You should also apply a parallel line of sight with respect to artificial lighting This means that in a room lit by artificial light essentially the same criteria and objectives apply Should it not be possible to arrange the monitor as outlined above the follow ing measures might be helpful e Turn lower or incline the monitor e Place horizontal or vertical shades at the windows e Work in Comfort Note Take regular breaks from the work at your screen to prevent tenseness and exhaustion Sitting in one position for long periods can be uncomfortable To minimize the poten tial for physical discomfort or injury it s important that you maintain proper posture 10 English Overall Change your position frequently and take regular breaks to avoid fatigue Safety Back While sitting at your work surface make sure your back is supported by the chair s backrest This should be in an erect position or angled slightly backwards 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 be fore getting a footrest D D 8 D O U c o Arms Your arms should be relaxed and loose elbows close to your sides with forearms and D hands approximately paral
24. anagement In your first partition C V you will find the operating system application programs and the users documents The second partition D V serves for data security and contains additional drivers D Driver and tools D Tools for your AKOYA MINI PC The Hard Drive 29 Safety Connecting c s s i Q o O Help Appendix Important Directories In the following we have listed the most important directories and described their con tent Attention Do not delete or modify these directories or their contents since data could be lost or the functionality of the system could be at risk CN C Programs C Windows D Driver D Tools 30 The master directory of drive C includes important files required to start Windows In the factory setting these files are hidden for safety reasons As the name suggests in this directory programs install the files belonging to the application The main directory of Windows This is where the files of the op erating system are saved This folder includes the drivers required by your computer pre installed Here you find additional programs and other documentation for your AKOYA MINI PC English Safety Appearance and Personalization This program offers you the possibility of adjusting the presentation on your display This includes the background image the screensaver Active Desktop web and addi tional settings of y
25. and Personalization ii 31 The S und System un rte ERBEN I Ba 32 USB Port uar inna cuidant team etern 33 The Netwotk i eie ert Et t b detecte DEL hier What is a Network Wireless LAN euer Safety Note Conditions 2 0 Troubleshooting within the Network SON area seen rei E sla ue Ro Pee IRR Getting to Know Windows 7 Windows 7 News cadebat aironi Improved Taskb t 2 2 1 treten e DOR t Ere RP ER ORA EET ERO JUMPlists E T Improved Desktop ciare rne ABB sans eeu Better device management ie Homegroup s it ci es Windows 7 Quick Start Guide eese nennen nnn Windows 7 Help and Supporti si inier em aan Windows 7 Getting Started tnter Windows 7 User Account Control i 41 Windows 7 Control Panel ii 42 Installation of Softwate ninni eta 43 How to Install your Software esses eee 43 Software Uninstallation t entente tee Bene eee ot ere eene uar eM 44 Windows Adtivation a e hen o X n ducat nina 45 Product Activation on your AKOYA MINI PC iii 45 6 ESiUjo p 46 Execution of the BIOS Setup iene 46 Customer Service amp Self Help 0sss0ssssssosssnsnsnnnssnnnnnsnnsnnnnnnnnnnnns 47 Data and System Security u Hrn pede e eio Ee trita o re
26. ct the Service Centre for additional information on battery disposal English Safety Recycling and Disposal A o Device mmm E M At the end of its life the appliance must not be disposed of in household rubbish En 9 quire about the options for environmentally friendly disposal E o A s Batteries Do not dispose of used batteries in the household rubbish They must be deposited at a collection point for used batteries c o DI K S Packaging Mo Y To avoid damage during transport the AKOYA MINI PC is stored in protective packag O ing The packaging is produced mostly from materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and therefore can be professionally recycled Should you have any questions concerning the disposal please contact your dealer or our service pas ge c Vv Q a lt Recycling and Disposal 59 60 English Safety Chapter 5 o amp o Appendix c o 9 Subject Page c Standards ani pali GU RUE D sia 63 Conditions of Warranty i 66 g decau A 72 6 o I ge C D a O lt 62 English Safety Standards This AKOYA MINI PC meets the requirements of the following standards o Electromagnetic Compatibility 9 VU This AKOYA MINI PC meets the following requirements for standards of electromag E netic compatibility and electrical safety C EN 55022 Information technology equipment Radio distur
27. damaged Re place it with a power adapter of the same type e To provide additional protection against electric shock power surges lightning strikes or other electrical damage to your AKOYA MINI PC we recommend the use of a surge protector e If you are using an extension cord ensure that the cord meets your local safety requirements If in doubt ask an electrician e The power supply unit has an On Off switch that can be used to power off the AKOYA MINI PC When the switch is Off 0 no power is being consumed Do not start your AKOYA MINI PC yet First read the following section to find out what you need to know in order to get started 18 English Getting Started The software on this AKOYA MINI PC comes fully pre installed You do not have to load any of the CD s DVD s supplied With many programs e g telephone CD s or encyclopaedias however it is neces sary to insert the corresponding CD DVD in order to call up the data which is stored on it The software will ask you to do this as necessary Once you have made all the con nections and secured the necessary connectors you can turn on the monitor the other peripherals and finally the AKOYA MINI PC itself Step 1 Power On 1 Power on the monitor Mains switch on the mains adapter 2 Provide power to your AKOYA MINI PC by pressing the switch to position I You will stop the flow of current to the AKOYA MINI PC by pressing the switch to position 0
28. e opinion considers that the defect has been caused by 66 English e your operating and or using the product other than as instructed in the accom panying documentation Safety e damage caused in transit as a result of your negligence in packaging of the product and or e otherwise than in accordance with the terms of this warranty This warranty shall be void and you may be required by MEDION to reimburse MEDION for the reasonable costs of postage and packaging before MEDION will return the product to you If so and you would still like MEDION to repair or replace the product MEDION may do so but you will be charged MEDION s standard rates for repair and replacement for this service Connecting Before returning the product please contact MEDION via the service hotline or via the internet www MEDION co uk You will receive a reference number RMA No on the warranty card Please mark the outside of your package to ensure that this reference number is clearly visible Please submit a letter containing as much detailed informa tion as possible and a full description of the defect or fault This should include e adescription of the fault Operation e when it occurred how long it has been evident and how frequently it occurs e any errors message s displayed when using the product e a description of the circumstance s and conditions in which the fault occurs and Help e whether itis an intermittent or persistent
29. ecessary you can activate Windows 7 as often as requested Connecting You will probably need to activate Windows 7 by telephone even if Internet Activation is available This is due to the pre activated SLP version which runs with a special Prod uct ID However activation needs your unique Product ID which can be found on the Certificate of Authenticity sticker on your AKOYA MINI PC housing When you call please inform your agent that you are running an OEM SLP version of the software c s O o Product Activation on your AKOYA MINI PC In few cases it may still be required to activate Windows 7 If an activation via the internet is acknowledged with an error message you should perform the following steps 1 Please select the telephone activation and click until the related screen ap es pears u 2 Now click on change product key A new window appears Enter the product key This is located on the Certificate of Authenticity COA on the com puter s casing 3 Acknowledge your entry and follow the instructions on the screen Notify your Microsoft consultant if necessary that you have an OEM license in connection X with your AKOYA MINI PC o o o lt Software 45 BIOS Setup In the BIOS set up your AKOYA MINI PC s Basic Configuration you have a number of parameter settings available for your AKOYA MINI PC For example you can change the operating mode of the interfaces securit
30. ed with passive cooling To function optimally passive cooling requires bottom up air circulation Therefore when setting up or mounting the device always make sure that the device is in an upright posi tion with the status display pointing upward t t ttet Hot air exhaust tite 1 ta NOD DOR Cold air inlet Ambient Temperature e The AKOYA MINI PC can be operated at an ambient temperature of between 10 and 35 C 441 and 95 F and at a relative humidity of between 30 and 7096 without condensation e When powered off the AKOYA MINI PC can be stored at temperatures between 20 and 50 C 40 and 158 F e Unplug the cable during thunderstorms and make especially sure to remove the antenna cables if present We recommend the use of a surge protector for addi tional safety in order to protect your AKOYA MINI PC from being damaged by power peaks or lightning strikes through the power network e Delay operating a AKOYA MINI PC after transport until the device has adjusted to the ambient temperature In situations of large temperature or humidity dif ferences condensation may build up moisture inside the AKOYA MINI PC which might cause an electrical short circuit 8 English Setup You can place the AKOYA MINI PC on the base that comes with the device or mount the device to the back of an LCD monitor using the VESA bracket Safety Using the base Place the thread and raised edges of the AKOYA MINI
31. ell as the installed applications and devices work correctly These functions assist you in solving the problems which might occur by adding delet ing or replacing files required for the functionality of the operating system the applica tions and devices The recovery function or functions you use depend on the type of occurring problem or error For detailed information refer to the Windows help 50 English Windows Update Windows Update is the online updating of Windows Use Windows Update to download elements such as security updates important updates the newest help files drivers and Internet products from the Internet The website is regularly augmented by new content so that you can download the newest updates and error corrections at any time to protect the AKOYA MINI PC and guarantee its functioning Windows Update will search through the AKOYA MINI PC and provide a list of individ ual updates especially for the configuration of your AKOYA MINI PC Each update that Microsoft regards as important for the operation of the operating system programs or hardware components will be classified as an important update and automatically selected for installation for you Important updates will be provided to remove known problems and to protect the AKOYA MINI PC against known security risks Carry out four simple steps to download the updates needed and to keep your com puter on the current status of technology 1 Cl
32. er Service Troubleshooting Errors can have simple causes but sometimes they are caused by faulty equipment We would like to give you some ideas to solve common problems Should these in structions not lead to success please feel free to call us Connecting Localise the Cause Visibly check all cables and connections Should all lights be off check whether all equipment is supplied with power e Check power points power cable and all power switches e Switch off the AKOYA MINI PC and check all cable connections Check the con nections to peripherals Do not exchange cables even though they may look similar The polarity in those cables may be different When it is confirmed that the computer has power and all connections are correct turn the computer on again c o 5 il Q O Frequent use of the programs Disk Defragmenter and Disk Cleanup will help you to avoid problems with your operating system The tool System Information available in the program folder System Tools is also very useful Appendix Customer Service 55 Errors and Possible Causes The monitor is blank e Confirm that the system is not in stand by mode Press any key on the keyboard to test this out Wrong Date and Time e Click the clock on the taskbar and correct the date and time The mouse does not work e Check the cable e Is the mouse functioning in another application program Is the mouse deacti vated in Device
33. ersonnel have carried out their repairs o e The free cancellation period for repairs or replacements on site is 24 hours E thereafter our reasonable costs resulting from late or missing cancellation shall be invoiced at your expense Liability limitations The contents of this manual are subject to unannounced changes caused by technical progress Manufacturer and sales shall not be responsible for any damages which have been caused as a result of omissions or errors in the information provided in this man ual Z C D ol O lt Under no circumstances shall we be liable for any of the following 1 Claims made against you by third parties based on loss or damage 2 Loss or damage to your blanks recordings or data 3 Economic follow on damage including lost profit or savings or associated damage even in the case that we have been informed of the possibilities of this type of damage In some countries the exclusion or limitation of accompanying or follow on damage is not legally accepted so that the above limitations do not come into force Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom 71 Index B Carrying out a restore Cleaning Cleaning agents Connecting iii LAN ferire ne Microphone ie Power supply Speakers audio output 17 USB devices sirisser 14 Control panel esses 42 Control Panel Disk Management
34. ete peret huy 49 Data Secullty reote trt a rte eto ese sada ui Ide oe dateesents QU aUe Ene se cocci 49 Maintenance Programs nennen nnne eene nennt nnnnr eene nnne nennt 49 SystemiRestOre s eiecti tero rro ila R IE 50 Gic sie 50 Windows Update iii mei eee e tee des et e PRESE ira temes mels 51 Windows Update Information for Data Security i 52 System RestOFB eee trie ht i P te e REGRESAR 53 Limits of the Recovery ica cia daten temia eines est it ta In E emeten 53 Carrying OUt a Restore eee danesa ai 53 FAQ Frequently Asked Questions i 54 CUSTOMER Service nn esae siens ETE e D Ea US Ets era ARR duns SEPAN PESE TR MORE eo cada RENE ae ee DU 55 Troubleshooting ict met re err ea eere a Fee EE kN ERR ERR Tee an 55 Localise the Causes eire o E HE aria te 55 Errors and Possible CaUSseSs iii 56 Additional SUpport Lia iena 56 Driver SUP POMC essere se een sin ian 57 Transporting the AKOYA MINI PC i 57 Cleaning iand Carei sierica dee SE Ee e bene RR HB EMI GERE 57 Upgrades and Repaifs z until rrr oce egeret ian 58 Notes for Service Engineers eese eene nennen nennen nennen 58 Recyelinig and Disposali imiiniine dorfo rien orata 59 Appendix e ness 61 Standards sparire 8238 PR Sot pr eite 63 Electromagnetic Compatibility cesses nennen 63
35. fault This will greatly assist MEDION in identifying the defect when submitted together with the defective product Unless otherwise instructed by a MEDION representative in all cases the product must be returned complete with all parts which were included with the original product Incomplete contents of the returned package may lead to a delay in the repair or re placement MEDION does not accept any liability for any additionally submitted mate rial s which were not supplied with the original MEDION product Z C O a lt This warranty does not affect your statutory rights in any way and is subject to the applicable legal statutes of the country where the product was sold to you by an authorised MEDION seller Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom 67 2 Scope Subject to any exclusions set out within this warranty where there is a defect in your MEDION product covered by this warranty MEDION will repair or replace the MEDION product The decision whether to repair or replace the product will be made solely at the discretion of MEDION MEDION may in its own discretion replace the product returned for repair under warranty with a replacement product that is either identical or in the event that such product s are no longer available a product of equal or superior specification and quality No warranty is given for batteries or rechargeable batteries or for consumable materials subject to wear and tear
36. for information about which connector you should use usually Line In or Aux 1 Connect the cable with the 3 5 mm stereo jack plug into the socket H at the rear side of the AKOYA MINI PC Help Appendix Connecting 17 Connecting the Power Supply Diagram reference I Finally connect the power supply to your AKOYA MINI PC and monitor 1 Connect the power adapter included to the AKOYA MINI PC I 2 Then connect the power cord to the adapter and plug it into a wall outlet Observe the following safety precautions f A Please note Even vvith the povver svvitch svvitched off some parts of the device receive current You must unplug the povver plug from the soctet if you vvant to interrupt the power supply to your AROYA MINI PC or cut off your device from current entirely _ _ e Donotopen the housing of the power adapter Opening the housing could re sult in an electric shock It does not contain any parts that require maintenance e The power socket must be in the vicinity of the AKOYA MINI PC and within reach of the power cables Do not stretch the power cables tightly to reach a power socket e Only operate the AKOYA MINI PC on grounded plugs of the domestic power net e Only use the mains power cord included with the device e Do not cover up the power adapter in order to prevent damage from overheat ing e Stop using the power adapter if the housing or cord has been
37. g Started amp Subject Page Included with your AKOYA MINI PC 7 S Setting Up a eret aao eure Fo rosea iD 8 S CONMECHPIG seeded pdt ra UM RR M NR eed 12 e Getting Started iii 19 O I Appendix English Safety Included with your AKOYA MINI PC Please check that the contents listed below are supplied with your package You MUST provide your AKOYA MINI PC s serial number when contacting a customer service representative Your AKOYA MINI PC bundle should include the following components D D 5 D o U e AKOYA MINI PC e Power adapter with connection cable Modell FSP FSP045 RHC e Base optional 6 e VESA bracket MIS D with 4 screws optional S e USB WLAN Dongle optional amp e OEM Version of Operating System e Application Support Disc e Documentation 7 I mas Oo c o o o Included with your AKOYA MINI PC 7 Setting Up of the AKOYA MINI PC The proper setup of your AKOYA MINI PC will ensure that the AKOYA MINI PC is easy to use Set up Location e Keep your AKOYA MINI PC and all units connected to it away from moisture dust heat and direct sunlight Failure to observe these instructions can lead to malfunctions or damage to the AKOYA MINI PC e To prevent damage to your AKOYA MINI PC from a fall place and operate the AKOYA MINI PC and all connected units on a stable balanced and vibration free surface e Aircirculation e Your AKOYA MINI PC is equipp
38. g frequently used connections quickly and conveniently without turn ing the AKOYA MINI PC round The flap which can be slid also protects the connec tions Connecting 13 Safety D 8 D o U Operation Help Appendix Connecting USB Devices Diagram reference C Warning Connect your USB devices after initial set up of your new AKOYA MINI PC This will prevent unnecessary confusion during installation These devices can generally be connected during operation Read the manual for your peripheral device first e The voltage outputs of your AKOYA MINI PC for USB are protected by a fuse limited power source according to EN60950 This ensures that a malfunction of the AKOYA MINI PC will not damage the peripheral devices connected to the respective jacks You have a choice of several connection sockets It does not matter which you use Note Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid damaging the contacts Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits into the socket in one position 1 If you wish to use a printer scanner or other device with a USB port connect the cable to the USB socket on your AKOYA MINI PC Note Connect your devices always to the same port otherwise your operating system will give a new ID and asks for driver installation 14 English Safety Connecting Headphones earphones Diagram reference D Here you connect headphones earp
39. g to your product or any of MEDION s findings MEDION will not be liable for any costs incurred to you when doing so 68 English Safety 3 Exclusion from warranty To the extent permitted by law this warranty shall be void in the event that defects or loss caused by a failure and damage resulting from the operation of the product in an environ ment other than that recommended in the accompanying user or instruction manual e g in direct sunlight or in a damp room 3 b accidental damage use other than in accordance with the accompanying user or instruction man 5 ual U d modifications conversions expansions maintenance and or repairs made to the MEDION product by unauthorised repairers or use of unauthorised third party parts S e negligence il f virus attack or software errors or e g improper transportation or packaging during return of the product O This warranty will also be considered void if labels or serial numbers of the product or of a component of the product are modified or made illegible To the extent permitted by law MEDION shall only be responsible for losses which are a reasonably foreseeable consequence of the relevant defect in the product MEDION o will not be responsible for any costs incurred in relation to software configuration E economic loss loss of opportunity loss of income or loss of data or software arising out of its repair or replacement of a MEDION product under this warrant
40. hones 1 Connect the cable with the 3 5 mm stereo jack plug in the socket at the front of your AKOYA MINI PC position D Caution D PD 8 D o O The use of headphones earphones with a high volume can lead to last ing damage to your hearing Set the volume to the lowest level before reproducing any sound Start the sound reproduction and increase the volume to the level that is comfortable for you Changing the basic set tings of the equalizer can also cause damage to the hearing of the lis tener It can cause damage to the hearing ability of the listener if a device is operated through earphones with an increased volume for a long period Connecting a Microphone Diagram reference E Operation Help 1 You can use the socket E to connect a microphone with a 3 5 mm mono jack plug 2 Position the microphone in such a way that it does not point directly at the speakers If you hear feedback characterised by loud whistling noises reposi tion the microphone until the sound stops MV m EE _ 1l it c gt gt P 3 Note Appendix You can also connect a sound system to the audio socket For further in formation read the section beginning on page 31 Connecting 15 Connecting the Monitor Diagram reference F Your AKOYA MINI PC is equipped with a DVI connector 16 Note Take care that the connector and the socket fit exactly to avoid damagi
41. i e for parts which have to be replaced periodically during the normal use of the product such as video projector lamp Non critical failures that fall within industry specified tolerances e g noise LCD pixels are not covered by this warranty Please consult the appropriate section in your user or instruction manual for this product for exact specifications and tolerances To the extent which is permitted under law MEDION will accept no liability for burnt in images on plasma or LCD products as a result of normal wear and tear during the operation of the product Please refer to your user or instruction manual for this prod uct for detailed operating instructions for your plasma or LCD product The warranty does not cover errors relating to the playback of data media in an incom patible format or created with unsuitable software If itis found during repair or assessment that the defect concerned is not covered un der warranty MEDION reserves the right to invoice you for all reasonable costs in curred by MEDION These costs will be in relation to the return of the product includ ing reasonable administration costs plus reasonable costs for materials used and la bour provided when repairing or replacing the product This is subject to MEDION providing you with an estimate for carrying out such work prior to costs being incurred and that you have accepted the estimate You are entitled to seek independent advice or consultation relatin
42. ick on Start 2 Click on All Programs 3 Open Windows Update 4 Click on Check for update 5 Click on Add to select the desired update and to add it to the updates to be in stalled while you are searching through the available updates in each category You can also read a complete description of each individual element by clicking on the Read further Link 6 Click on Check and install updates when you have selected all the desired updates and then click on Install now System Restore 51 Safety Connecting c o 5 S il Q O Appendix Windows Update Information for Data Security Windows Update needs certain information about the respective AKOYA MINI PC so that a suitable list with updates can be provided for you This information will include the following e Version number of the operating system e Version number of Internet Explorer e Version numbers of additional software programs e Plug amp Play identification key of the hardware devices Windows Update will stand up for the protection of your private data and will not record your name address email address or other forms of personal data The informa tion collected will only be used during the time that you are visiting the website It will also not be stored The update can only be executed via the Internet Ensure that you are on line with your AKOYA MINI PC when downloading the updates 52 English Safety System Restore
43. lel to the floor 6 Wrists Your wrists should be as straight as possible while using the keyboard mouse or track ball They should not be bent sideways or more than 10 degrees up or down o Head T Your head should be upright or tilted slightly forward Avoid working with your head or neck twisted o c o Q o lt Setting Up of the AKOYA MINI PC 11 Connecting Note The devices listed are not necessarily included with your AKOYA MINI PC All the connections listed are optional and will not inevitably be avail able on your AKOYA MINI PC Cabling Please follow the instructions below in order to correctly connect your AKOYA MINI PC 12 Arrange cables in such a way that no one can tread on or trip over them Do not place objects on the cables To avoid damage to your AKOYA MINI PC connect your peripherals e g key board mouse and monitor whilst your AKOYA MINI PC is powered off Some devices can be connected whilst your AKOYA MINI PC is in use These devices usually have a USB connector Please follow the appropriate instructions for each device Keep the AKOYA MINI PC at least one meter approximately three feet away from high frequency and magnetic interference sources e g televisions loud speaker cabinets mobile telephones etc in order to avoid malfunctions and or loss of data Please note that only shielded cables shorter than 3 meters 9 84 ft should be used for the external interface
44. less LAN allows you to establish a wireless network connection to a corresponding remote station Plug the dongle into a free USB port to use this function Safety Note Attention Don t use this feature in environments where highly sensitive devices are placed such as in hospitals etc To avoid any interference disable this op tion in your device manager 34 English Safety Conditions The partner used can be a wireless access point An access point is a wireless transmit ter that communicates with your AKOYA MINI PC and controls access to the network connection e g a home network or a broadband connection such as DSL Wireless access points are often found in offices airports universities or Internet caf s They offer access to enterprise services and networks or to the Internet Access authorizations are normally needed A fee may be required to use a public access point To set up a wireless network to share Internet access files and printers at home you will need an access point a router and a broadband DSL or cable mod em Some access points can also serve as a router and or a broadband modem Check with your retailer to find the best solution for your needs Connecting A link to another computer with wireless LAN functionality can also be created without an access point This will allow you to share files but you will need an access point and a router to share an Internet connection The wireless network li
45. lly It contains important legal infor mation on the use of your softvvare In order to see the full text use the mouse and the scroll bar to move downwards until you have reached the end of the document You accept the agreement by clicking on the I accept the agreement option field Only by doing so will you be entitled to use the product under lawful terms and conditions Step 3 Finalising After the login procedure the Windows desktop appears on your screen This can be adjusted so that the screen of your computer looks different The basic operation however is ensured 20 English Short Description of the Windows Desktop o Start Button Clicking the Start button brings up a menu where you can access help software pro grams files and settings e All Programs All of the software programs installed on your AKOYA MINI PC are ordinarily listed here Click All Programs to reveal an extensive menu e Taskbar You can start programs and switch between already active programs using the taskbar beneath the screen You can place every program in the taskbar under Windows 7 so that you can always open it with a single click Furthermore you can rearrange the symbols on the taskbar by clicking on them and dragging them to the desired position Move the cursor over the symbols and the system will display a miniature of every file or window open in the program When you move your cursor over the miniature the system will display a full
46. n be used to scroll through a document or internet pages 1 Connecting am c s s i Q o O Note The scroll wheel can be used as a button The functionality depends on the application In Word for example you can push the wheel to move up and down as a scroll function Help If the mouse course moves jerkily on the screen try a different surface mouse pad Glass and metallic surfaces might cause problems Appendix The Mouse 27 The Keyboard This section contains useful information on using the keyboard All diagrams are schematic On the base of the keyboard are two folding feet that let you adjust the angle of the keyboard Pull them forward to adjust the angle of the inclination Adjustable Feet The Alt and Ctrl Keys The left Alt key performs certain functions in conjunction with other keys The applica tion program determines these functions In order to enter a combination of keys that include the Alt key hold the Alt key down while pressing the other key The right Alt key operates in a similar way but selects certain special characters The Ctrl key like the Alt key carries out program functions Useful key combinations software dependent Key Combination Function and Description As a rule ends the program selected or closes the window Alt F4 opened Alta P ntscr en Copies the image of the window
47. ng the contacts Because of its asymmetric form the plug only fits into the socket in one position Connect the data cable of the monitor to the socket on the graphics card refer ence F If necessary remove the white guard ring on the monitor plug Hand tighten the screws on the monitor cable Note The AKOYA MINI PC monitor is preconfigured for a screen resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels and an optimal refresh rate of 60 hz If your monitor does not support these settings it may become damaged or malfunction during use You can change the screen resolution and configuration of your monitor as follows See also your monitor s User Manual __ ____l English Safety LAN Connection Diagram reference G Your AKOYA MINI PC is equipped with a network connection in order to prepare it for network operation The network cable usually has two RJ45 plugs so that it is unimportant which plug is connected to which jack 1 Connect the one plug of the cable to the AKOYA MINI PC jack LAN 2 Connect the other plug to the other AKOYA MINI PC or hub switch For further information refer to chapter The network starting at page 34 D D 5 D o U Audio Output Connecting Speakers Diagram reference H Operation Here you can connect your active speakers for replaying or audio connection cables for recording Please refer to the user s guide of your stereo installation
48. ng 5 2 Max Sound pressure level L dB A declared according to ISO 9296 At bystander position Idling 40 St bystander position Opera 47 ting Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R amp TTE The following remote equipments may have been supplied with this AKOYA MINI PC e Wireless LAN optional The company declares herewith that these devices are in agreement with the funda mental requirements and the other relevant terms of the 1999 5 EG Guideline Com plete declarations of conformity are available under www medion com conformity C D 64 English Safety FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digi tal device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide rea sonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow ing measures Connecting e Reorient or relocate the
49. ng Up of the AKOYA MINI PC i 8 Set upilocationi iaia nai an an 8 Ambient Temperature scalone aironi 8 kg pw ieri 9 Using the b se coit ee tenete see rre ge see alal 9 Mounting the device using the VESA bracket optional sess 9 EFGONOMICS oen PHP RCM 10 Connecting eerte betta aAa E E S S 12 CAD Oi eis en bee ND e e RC OG eee Wette 12 Front Connectors c P m 13 Connecting USB Devices eor nn e preneur renean ei eee 14 Connecting Headphones earphones i 15 Connecting a Microphone iii asanes iii 15 Connecting the Monitor ieri 16 L AN Connection seis eres rita 17 Audio Output Connecting Speakers i 17 Connecting the Power Supply ii 18 Getting Started reiia iaia ttt Loi 19 Step Ts PowerOn s gel a R Sa A E tee de reihen 19 Mains switch on the mains adapter i 19 On Off Switch rrt imt tete cq te Pete alii 19 Step 2 Starting Initial Setup eee 20 Step 35 Finalisirig cete td et dee I ERE tuateveese aes cua saunas ca ORE s 20 Short Description of the Windows Desktop eee 21 Operation 25 The MOUSC n Ier erg Basar UI es toca Grein 27 TheiKeyboard cerimoniale eni 28 The Alt ANG Ctrl Keys e rere tt te e ete eed ai ie 28 The Hard Brive 2228er armer lin 29 Important Directories aziona 30 Appearance
50. ng agents Do not use CD ROM cleaning disks or similar products that clean the lens of the laser to clean your CD DVD drive Customer Service 57 Upgrades and Repairs Only a qualified engineer should perform upgrades and repairs to your AKOYA MINI PC If you do not have the necessary qualifications go to an appropriate Service En gineer Please contact our Service Centre if you are experiencing technical prob lems with your AKOYA MINI PC Notes for Service Engineers 58 Before opening the housing disconnect the AKOYA MINI PC from all power sources and remove any connecting cables If the AKOYA MINI PC has not been disconnected from the power outlet before being opened there is a danger to life through electric shock There is also a risk of damage to the components Internal components of the AKOYA MINI PC may be damaged by electrostatic discharge ESD Carry out system upgrades and changes in an ESD protected workshop If no such workshop is available wear an antistatic wrist strap or touch a highly conductive metal object Medion can repair damage sustained by inappropriate handling for a fee Use only original spare parts Caution Lithium batteries can not handle intense pressure high temperatures or fire There is a danger of explosion if replaced incorrectly Replace batter ies with a compatible type as recommended by the manufacturer Lithium batteries are hazardous waste and require proper disposal Con ta
51. nk works accord ing to standard IEEE 802 11n and is compatible to standard IEEE 802 11 b g The transmission speed max 300 Mbp s can vary according to distance and other factors If for example the other devices support the 802 11b standard the transmission speed can be max 11 Mbp s c 5 O o Search for wireless networking in Windows Help and Support for more information Help Appendix 300 Mbit s is a grossvalue A maximum of 75 Mbit s is available at application level In order to use its full capacity a WLAN router following the 802 1 1n standard is re quired The Network 35 Troubleshooting within the Network 23 Why does the network environment not show the releases D The network environment is delayed in time Check the release by searching for the respective computer name Q Why does an error message appear when click on the network envi ronment D The computer name must be unique on the network and may not be the same as the task group 3 It appears that the network boards are unable to communicate What might be the problem D Maybe one of the used network boards works with a different speed e g 10 instead 100 Mbit and your network computer is unable to recognize this If necessary set the network driver to the compatible speed D If two AKOYA MINI PC s should be linked you require a cross link cable otherwise use a patch cable D In addition check the prot
52. ntrol Panel category view hold the cursor over the symbol or category name and read the pop up display text To open one of these elements click on the associated symbol or category name For a few of these elements a list with executable tasks will open with a selection of individual Control Panel elements Searching for the desired control elements may be effected in the following ways e Enter a word or expression in the search field e Click on Large Icons or Small Icons under Display Settings to display a list of all Control Panel elements 42 English Safety Installation of Software Note If your operating system is configured so that the installation procedure accepts only signed drivers default and software an information screen will appear Connecting The software included in delivery is already pre installed in the factory Attention You may find that during the installation procedure important files may be changed or even cancelled To avoid further problems in using older files after an installation make sure you safeguard your hard disk See page 49 for further information regarding data backup c Ex D Q How to Install your Software Please follow the instruction of the software vendor We will describe a typical installa tion Once you insert a CD the installation menu is started automatically 7 Note If the automatic start does not work i
53. ocols and the configuration 3 The data transmission is incorrect or very slow What might be the problem D Maybe you have the wrong cable UTP CAT3 or lower or the problem is the proximity of a power cord or another source of interference For further hints on troubleshooting refer to the Windows help under Network er rors 36 English Safety Software This section concerns itself with software We make a distinction between the operat ing system the software application program Windows activation and BIOS Getting to Know Windows 7 With Windows 7 Microsoft is launching the new operating system and successor to Vista Windows 7 contains a number of innovative functions and technologies enabling your AKOYA MINI PC to work quickly and reliably while being easy to use Connecting Windows 7 News s O o Improved Taskbar The Taskbar at the bottom of the screen enables you to start programs and change between programs which are already running Using Windows 7 you can place any program in the Taskbar so that it will always open with one single click You can also arrange the symbols on the Taskbar simply by clicking on them and dragging them to the desired position The symbols are also considerably bigger so that they are easier to use Moving the cursor over the symbols will display miniatures of each file or each window open in the program Moving the cursor over the
54. options for configuring your AKOYA MINI PC You should however consult Help and Support on the potential effects of certain changes System tray System tray on the current time When certain events occur for example upon receipt of an e mail message or upon opening the task manager it may happen that too many notification symbols are displayed in this field Windows displays a notification symbol when an event occurs After a short time Windows places the symbol in the back ground in order to maintain the straightforwardness of the field You can access the symbols placed in the background by clicking on a button in the system tray 22 English Ayajes bun suuo5 uonesado dj H xipuaddy uoddns pue diay swelboig IV 4 swei6oid ynejaq E 1001 yono A anemos fe jouiubew x 1001 Buiddius amp Se1oN pns aJojejnoje E wied e E payers Dumao 1521 DINI f 181039 eIpaW SMOPUIM o 23 Getting Started 24 English gt eb m S un Chapter 3 Oo E o Operation O 9 Subject Page c The MoUse 3 5 merament qe alal alia 27 The Keyboard dee 822 HR 28 2 The Hard Drive ere 29 e The Sound Card sasa ian 31 The USB Port cin Rn 33 Network edere eae oe aa ia E aod 34 Software 14 nace i rra eerie tei EE QI 37 Help Appendix 26 English Safety The Mouse The mouse has beside the two keys a wheel that ca
55. our display and your graphics card for example The program can be started in the following way e Right mouse click on the Windows interface Desktop and left mouse click on Personalization or D c 5 U o C c o UO e Via Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization with a double click with the left mouse button QUO Control Panel Appearance and Personalization vite Search Control Panel P D Control Panel Home F EZ Personalization Q aand Seny Change the theme Change desktop background Change sound effects Change screen saver 6 Network and Internet n Display Hardware and Sound Make text and other items larger or smaller Adjust screen resolution Connect to an external display Dans El Desktop Gadgets User Accounts and Family Add gadgets to the desktop Get more gadgets online Uninstall a gadget Safety Restore desktop gadgets installed with Windows Appearance and POR i askbar and Start Menu o Llor EIE adc and Region Customize the Start menu Customize icons on the taskbar Change the picture on the Start menu ET Ease of Access Ease of Access Center SE Accommodate low vision Use screen reader Tum on easy access keys Turn High Contrast on or off Folder Options Specify single or double click to open Show hidden files and folders Fonts A preveu delete or show and hide fonts Change Font Settings Adjust ClearType text lt x NVIDIA Control
56. r the warranty to be valid you must e provide suitable evidence of purchase a copy of the original purchase receipt from an authorised seller of MEDION products is preferred or e register your product within 28 days of purchase either online at www MEDION co uk or by completing and returning the pre paid registration card included with the product Please keep the original purchase receipt and the warranty card in a safe place MEDION and its authorised sellers reserve the right to refuse a repair under warranty or a warranty confirmation if a proof of purchase or registration of purchase cannot be established or has not been submitted When it is necessary to return your product for repair please ensure that your product is suitably packed for transportation Provided that your product is still within warranty please check the duration of the warranty period as described above and is eligible for repair or replacement under the terms of the warranty to return your product please telephone MEDION on the ser vice hotline number You will be sent a pre paid transportation box suitable for return ing your product to MEDION PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE A BACKUP COPY OF ALL DATA ON THE PRODUCT BEFORE RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO MEDION MEDION shall bear the costs of postage and packaging for returning the product and the transportation risk However if following examination of the defective product in question MEDION in its reasonabl
57. r with components e g programs or hardware that were not tested at the time of your AKOYA MINI PC s manufacture Driver updates and the latest information on your product are available on the Internet Connecting Visit Medion on the Web at www medion com Transporting the AKOYA MINI PC Please observe the following guidelines when transporting the AKOYA MINI PC c o 5 S il es O e To avoid damage during transport store the AKOYA MINI PC in its original packaging Cleaning and Care The lifetime of the AKOYA MINI PC can be extended by taking the following measures Warning There are no user serviceable or user cleanable parts inside the AKOYA MINI PC housing e Before cleaning always pull the mains cable and all connection cables Clean the AKOYA MINI PC with a damp lint free cloth e Dust can clog the air vents leading to overheating and malfunctioning Check at regular intervals about every 3 months that all air vents permit sufficient air circulation Use a Hoover to keep the air vents clear of dust If your device regu larly sucks in a great deal of dust we also recommend that the interior of the AKOYA MINI PC housing be cleaned by a professional e Do not use solvents caustic or volatile cleansers Appendix e Before cleaning always remove the power plug and all connecting cables Clean the AROYA MINI PC vvith a damp lint free cloth Do not use any solvents corrosive or gaseous cleani
58. receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Operation e Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli ance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Shielded interface ca bles if any must be used in order to comply with the emission limits Help Making Copies of this Manual This manual contains information protected by law All rights reserved Duplicating this information in mechanical electronic or any other form without the written ap proval by the manufacturer is prohibited by copyright law Es C D a O lt Standards 65 Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom Restricted Warranty I General Conditions of Warranty 1 General This warranty covers defects relating to workmanship and manufacture in MEDION products The period during which this warranty is valid and during which claims against the warranty can be made to MEDION must be in accordance with the follow ing terms in order to be considered eligible e Is effective from the date of purchase or receipt of the MEDION product from an authorised seller of MEDION products and e expires at the end of the warranty period specified on the warranty card pro vided with the product Fo
59. s Please only use double screened cables for printer cables Do not replace the cables supplied with the machine by any others Use the ca bles belonging to the scope of the delivery exclusively because they will have been tested extensively in our laboratories Also only use the connection cable supplied with the devices for the connection of your peripheral devices Make sure that all connection cables have been connected to the peripheral de vices associated with them in order to avoid disruptive radiation Remove un needed cables The connection of devices is limited to equipment that complies with EN60950 Safety of information technology equipment or EN60065 Audio video and similar electronic apparatus Safety requirements English e Inthe 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 During the development of this product we have made sure that the applicable limits are clearly decreased Note You only need to connect those components to your computer that you require If you do not have the described device available you may carry out the connection later Front Connectors Diagram reference B Some connections are located behind the front flap This offers you the great advan tage of creatin
60. screen preview of the particular window If you move the cursor away from the miniature the full screen preview will close o Windows Search Windows Search helps you find almost all data located on the AKOYA MINI PC quickly and easily With Windows 7 you get search results with greater relevance and they are easier to understand e Program Bar The most commonly used software programs are listed here The operating system recognises all this automatically Clicking on an entry with the right mouse key enables you to decide which entry on the list to keep or to remove The program linked to the input is not erased 6 Turn Off To turn off the AKOYA MINI PC click on the Shut down button with the left mouse key o Desktop Click on this Button if you would like to minimise all the windows open onto the task bar in order to obtain a clear view of the Desktop e Desktop Icons Desktop icons link to their respective programs To start a program double click its desktop icon The desktop encompasses nearly the entire screen and acts as the shelf space for such entries or for other links to which you would like rapid access o Logged in User This tells you which user is logged in to your AKOYA MINI PC Getting Started 21 Safety D D 5 D o U Operation Help Appendix o Control Panel You can use the icons in Control Panel to change the appearance and functionality of VVindovvs 7 These icons represent
61. t is likely that the so called Autorun function has been deactivated Read the respective chapter in Windows Help on how to activate this function An example for the manual installation without the autorun function Appendix 1 Click on Start 2 Click on All Programs 3 Open the Accessories program point T Select the item Run 5 Now enter the letter of the CD ROM drive followed by a colon and the program name setup Software 43 r 77 Run Type the name of a program folder document or Internet resource and Windows will open it for you Open m OK Cancel Browse 6 Click on OK 7 Follow the instruction given by the program Software Uninstallation In order to remove installed software from your AKOYA MINI PC follow the next steps 1 Click on Start 2 Click on c Control Panel 3 Then select the IX Programs option 4 Select the respective program start the uninstallation and follow the instruc tions on the screen 44 English Safety Windows Activation Microsoft is committed to the protection of intellectual property rights and the reduc tion of software piracy Therefore Windows 7 contains software based product activa tion technology Your copy of Windows 7 has already been activated for your AKOYA MINI PC Product activation is needed if some components of your AKOYA MINI PC have been replaced or you use a non authorized BIOS If n
62. tation relating to your product or any of MEDION s findings MEDION will not be liable for any costs incurred to you when doing so This warranty is restricted in relation to any pre installed operating system as well as to application programme software that is included with the MEDION product in ques tion This warranty is restricted as follows For pre installed operating system as well as to application programme software in cluded in the MEDION product MEDION only guarantees the data media e g the diskettes and CD ROMs upon which this software is delivered and warrants that such data media shall be free from material and processing defects for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase of the MEDION product from an authorised seller of MEDION MEDION will replace defective data media free of charge Any claims in respect of defective pre installed operating system as well as to applica tion programme software are hereby expressly excluded and you should contact the relevant licensor or copyright owner of the defective software in question MEDION does not guarantee that any software supplied with MEDION products will function without interruption will be free from errors or that it will fulfil your requirements MEDION does not guarantee the 10096 accuracy of the maps provided with the Navi gation device It may be necessary to delete all data in the product in order to repair the MEDION product PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE A BA
63. this it will be necessary to provide a hub distributor booster Connecting On the USB it is possible to connect up to 127 devices which correspond to the USB standard 1 1 and 2 0 supported The data transfer speed is 1 5 Mbit s or 12 Mbit s depending on the device connected USB 2 0 can reach up to 480 Mbit s c s Ex D Q Note If possible always connect your USB devices to the same port where it has been installed Otherwise you will get a new ID and your operating system will ask for a new installation of the driver Help Appendix USB Port 33 The Network Diagram reference G Your AKOYA MINI PC is provided with a Fast Ethernet Network connector You will find further information about networking in the Help section within the Start menu What is a Network A network means connecting your AKOYA MINI PC to another or several other AKOYA MINI PC s Users can transfer information and data between computers and share re sources such as printers modems and hard disk drives Here are some practical examples e You can exchange Email and manage appointments in an office e Users share a printer in a network and save their data on a central server e Share one modem or one ISDN card among computers for Internet access e Two or more AKOYA MINI PC s can be connected to play network games or share data Wireless LAN Your AKOYA MINI PC comes with an optional WLAN dongle Wire
64. y L Service Hotline Before returning the product to MEDION you must contact us using the service hotline or via the internet www MEDION co uk You will receive further instructions for mak ing your claim under warranty when you call Z C om O lt The service hotline is available on 362 days in the year including Sundays and bank holidays but excluding Christmas day New Years Day and Easter day The service hot line is subject to national rate telephone call charges These charges are subject to change The price of your call will be stated at the beginning of the call Conditions of Warranty for the United Kingdom 69 Il Special warranty conditions for MEDION PC note book pocket PC PDA and navigation devices PNA The following terms apply to MEDION PC notebook desktop pocket PC and laptop products and optional items included with such products If one of these items has a fault you also have a warranty claim for its repair or replacement from MEDION The warranty covers the costs of materials and labour for repairing or replacing the defec tive MEDION product or the optional item in question Hardware connected to your product that was not produced or marketed by MEDION can invalidate the warranty if MEDION can reasonably demonstrate that damage to the MEDION product or of the optional item included with the delivery was caused by such hardware You are entitled to seek independent advice or consul
65. y features or power management The AKOYA MINI PC is factory pre set to guarantee optimum op eration Please only modify the parameters if this is absolutely essential and if you are familiar with the configuration possibilities Execution of the BIOS Setup You can only execute the configuration program when starting the system If the AKOYA MINI PC has already been started exit Windows and reboot Prior to rebooting the AKOYA MINI PC press the key DEL and keep it pressed until the message Enter ing Setup appears 46 English Safety Chapter 4 o amp o Customer Service amp c o Self Help Subject Page S E Data and System Security ii 49 2 SystemiRestore 2 2 20 2a ATENE 50 O FAQ Frequently Asked Questions esses 53 Eust mer Service nn nennen nennen 55 Upgrades and Repairs i 58 Recycling and Disposal i 59 Z ge c Q Q a lt 48 English Safety Data and System Security The programs described below are part of your Windows operating system You can find additional information on these programs in the Windows Help file D Please also read the notes on page 4 5 D Data Security S Back up data regularly on external media such as a CD R or CD RW Windows offers Backup Status and Configuration This program is found in Accessories gt System Tools within the Start menu You c should make a b

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