Operating instructions Multimedia PC Multimedia PC M55/M56 High-performance PC X50/X51 High-performance PC X71 High-performance PC X75 All-in-One PC System X-PC
Multimedia PC 8 9 10 4 5 11 6 7 27 2 24 1 23 12 17 18 15 16 13 14 19 26 2 25 7 24 5 6 21 20 22
Multimedia PC M55 / M56 1 11 2 7 19 8 23 14 16 13 19/27 21 26 7 25 6
High-performance PC X50/X51 12 1 3 23 8 10 11 2 7 27 16 14 26 2 19 25 6 6 5 24 6 21
High-performance PC X71 2 23 27 6 7 5 1 11 8 9 10 12 17 18 13 15 14 16 19 26 2 25 7 24 5 6 21 20 22
High-performance PC X75 3 1 12 11 8 9 23 10 13 15 16 14 19/27 26 2 25 7 24 5 6 21 20 22
All-in-One PC System 28 29 30 1 8 6 11 2 19 6 23 31 16 6 7 25 2 27 17
X-PC 4 1 11 3 25 6 7 23 16 6 27 2 4 13 21 27
Connections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 On/off switch/operating mode Microphone socket* Slot for Medion HDDrive2Go super-speed external hard drive* Front panel* eSATA connection* USB 2.0 ports* USB 3.
Contents 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. About these instructions................................................................................................................................................. 4 1.1. Warning symbols and key words used in these instructions ....................................................................................................... 4 1.2. Proper use........................................................................................
16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. The TV card (optional) ...................................................................................................................................................20 Networking ....................................................................................................................................................................20 17.1. What is a network? .............................................................................................
Personal information Please append the following to your proof of ownership: Serial numbers ................................................ (e.g. Microsoft®) ................................................ Purchase date, location ................................................ You will find the serial number on the back of the PC. Where applicable, also copy the number on your warranty documents. Our target group This operating manual is intended to be read by both first-time and experienced users.
1. About these instructions Read these erating instructions carefully before using the device for the first time. Note the warnings on the device and in the operating instructions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the appliance or give it away, please ensure that you also pass on these instructions. 1.1.
2. Safety instructions 2.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery • This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or for those without experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or they have been instructed in its use. • Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.
3. Package contents Please check your purchase to ensure that all items are included. If anything is missing, please contact us within 14 days of purchase. Note down the serial numbers here. The PC you have purchased includes the following components: • PC and connection cable • Windows keyboard and mouse (optional) • OEM version of the operating system (optional) • Documentation DANGER! Keep packaging material such as plastic film away from children. There is a risk of suffocation if used improperly. 4.
Sitting for long periods without changing your position can be uncomfortable. To minimise the risks of physical discomfort or damage, correct posture is paramount. • General – Alter your position frequently (every 20–30 minutes) and take frequent breaks to avoid fatigue. • Back – When sitting at your workplace, the backrest of the office chair should be upright or tilted slightly backwards to supported your back. • Arms – Your arms and elbows should be relaxed and loose.
• During the first few hours of use, new products may give off a characteristic but totally harmless smell. This is unavoidable and disappears over time. To help reduce the amount of odour build-up, we recommend that you ventilate the room at regular intervals. We have taken appropriate measures during the development of this product to ensure that levels are well below legal limits. PLEASE NOTE! The devices listed are not necessarily supplied.
5.6. Overclocking button (optional) Your computer is delivered with an application that enables you to overclock the processor. This is useful if you want higher performance for certain applications, such as video editing or games. Depending on your computer model, you enable overclocking… • using the button in the MEDION® ERAZER® Control Center or • using the OC switch on the computer’s front cover. Regardless of how you enable or disable overclocking, you will always need to restart your computer.
5.7. Connecting a monitor (optional) Your PC is equipped with a VGA and/or a DVI connection. PLEASE NOTE! If your monitor has multiple inputs (e.g. VGA and DVI), only ever connect one data cable at a time (to prevent signal mapping problems). To prevent damage to the contacts, ensure that the plug and socket fit together exactly. Due to its asymmetric shape, the plug will only fit into the socket in one position. Connect your monitor’s data cable to the graphics connection on your PC.
Diagram Command Swipe in all directions You can move the screen up and down and to the left and right with one finger Hold down Press an app tile and hold it down to move the app to a new location. Press the top edge of an open app and hold it down to close it and drag the app to the bottom edge of the screen Tap / double-tap Tap on the required app to open it Double-tap in desktop mode to open an application 5.9.
5.13. Connecting IEEE 1394 (FireWire) devices (optional) CAUTION! Do not connect your IEEE 1394 devices until you have finished the initial setup of your new PC. This will prevent any unnecessary interference during the installation. These devices can generally be connected while the PC is running. Please refer to the operating manual for your peripheral device. • The PC’s IEEE 1394 voltage outputs are protected by a fuse (limited power source in accordance with EN60950).
6. First use The operating system and all hardware drivers are already preinstalled. You do not need to run any of the discs supplied. For some programs (e.g. telephone CDs or encyclopaedias, it may be necessary to insert the relevant disc in order to call up the data saved on it. Where this is the case, the software will prompt you to do this. Once all connections have been established and all necessary connections have been screwed tight, you can start up your PC: 6.1.
7. The mouse In addition to the two buttons, the mouse also has a wheel. Turn or press the wheel to scroll through documents or Internet pages. PLEASE NOTE! The wheel can also be used as a button. The assignment depends on the application in question. In Word, for example, the cursor changes shape and the screen display scrolls up or down in the appropriate direction when the mouse is moved. If the mouse pointer cannot be moved smoothly across the screen, please try using a different surface (mouse pad).
9. The hard drive The hard drive is your main memory medium and combines high storage capacity with rapid data access. Your PC is supplied with an OEM version* of the Microsoft Windows® operating system which supports all of the PC’s performance features. We have configured your PC’s hard drive so that you will be able to work with it optimally without having to install any additional drivers yourself.
9.3. Connecting an external hard drive (optional) Your PC has a slot which allows you to connect the MEDION HDDrive2Go super speed external hard drive quickly and easily via the USB 3.0 port. As with a USB memory stick, the connection can be made while the operating system is running. The hard drive is then automatically detected as removable storage and is assigned a drive letter. PLEASE NOTE! Please note that only the above-mentioned Medion hard drive may be plugged into the hard drive slot.
10.2. Playing/reading discs PLEASE NOTE! Many discs run automatically when they are inserted. This depends on the operating system and the relevant settings. Your PC is capable of playing audio CDs, DVD movies or data discs from the optical drive. Once a disc has been loaded, a dialogue box opens containing various playback options. Normally, there will be a number of different options available.
11. The card reader (optional) If your PC has a card reader, you can also use the card types below as follows: Card type SD (Secure Digital) MMC (MultiMediaCard) Memory stick Memory Stick Pro Connection contacts pointing downwards pointing downwards pointing downwards pointing downwards When inserting the memory cards, ensure that the contacts are pointing in the right direction, as specified in the list below. Inserting a card incorrectly may damage the card reader and/or the card. 11.1.
The following settings options are available: − Set resolution − Set brightness* − Calibrate colour − Change display settings − Display on second monitor − Customise ClearType text 13. The sound system The external audio connections can be configured so that you can connect a surround sound system. If you wish to change the default volume, click the loudspeaker icon in the task bar. WARNING! Excessive volume when using headphones or earphones can damage your hearing.
16. The TV card (optional) To receive a TV signal using the TV tuner, an analogue aerial, DVB-T aerial or a digital SAT* system must be connected. CAUTION! Disconnect the aerial when the device is not being used, especially during thunderstorms. This will protect your device from possible lightning strikes. Audio or video recordings require a lot of memory (up to approx. 2.4 GB/hour). Back up any non-necessary files onto external media such as CD-Rs or hard drives. 17.
18. Software This section deals with the subject of software. We distinguish here between the operating system, the software (the applications), the Windows activation and the UEFI firmware configuration. PLEASE NOTE! The current Windows family currently includes Windows 8 and Windows 8.1. Windows 8.1 is the first update of the Windows 8 generation. 18.1.
18.3.3. Jump lists Jump lists offer a practical way of calling up recently opened files. To display the recently used files, simply right-click on the application icon in the taskbar. Thus if you right-click on the Word icon, the recently used Word documents are displayed. You can also easily place other files you wish to have easily to hand in the jump list so that they are always displayed. This allows you to access documents that you use frequently in just a few mouse clicks.
18.4.2. Setting up a password for Windows Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Next, click Change PC settings. Select the Users item. Click Change your password and follow the instructions. Settings. 18.4.3. Setting a PIN for Windows Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Next, click Change PC settings. Select the Users item. Click Create a PIN and follow the instructions. Settings. 18.4.4.
Information such as the following may be displayed here for example: Windows® 8 App Windows® 8 apps are executable programs. The “Desktop” tile opens the traditional Windows display. The Internet Explorer tile launches Internet Explorer PLEASE NOTE! Apps are applications that are displayed on a desktop with a program thumbnail. The app thumbnails are bigger than the standard tiles. 18.5.2. Windows® 8 Desktop This image shows a symbolic representation of additional programs.
Windows® 8 apps from third party suppliers are displayed as follows. Example: Windows® 8 apps from third-party suppliers These Windows® 8 apps are executable programs from third-party suppliers. This Windows® 8 app launches the “PowerDVD” program. This Windows® 8 app launches the “YouCam” program. 18.5.3. Working with Windows® 8 and classic apps Menu Opening an app Instructions Click the desired app with the left mouse button.
18.5.4. Using the search function Use the search function to find individual tasks, settings or apps quickly. Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display and click Search. Enter the name of the app or file and select an entry from the results list on the left-hand side of the display. The search results are arranged by apps, settings and files. Select the (Apps, Settings or Files) category that contains the desired file. 19.
19.5.1. Windows® 8 power on/off functions The new Windows® 8 allows you to restart your PC, put it into Sleep mode or shut it down. Changes can be made to the Sleep settings at any time in the power options. In Sleep Mode the content of your PC’s RAM is preserved while practically all other components of your PC are disabled or their power consumption reduced to a minimum. Restart Move the mouse pointer into the top right or bottom corner of the display, move the mouse down and click Settings.
CAUTION! The recovery process takes a long time when you select the option to back up user data. Only the data located in the folder C:\USER will be backed up. All other data will be deleted. Therefore, always regularly carry out a data backup onto an external data medium. We do not accept any liability for claims for compensation arising from the loss of data or any consequential damages incurred. Click Next and follow the on screen instructions to restore the factory settings. 19.3.
21. Customer service 21.1. First aid in the case of hardware problems Malfunctions can sometimes have quite trivial causes, but they may also be the result of defective components. We have included a brief troubleshooting guide below which may help to solve any problems. If these tips don’t do the trick, then we’ll be more than pleased to help you out. Just give us a call! 21.2. Find the cause Start by carefully checking all the cable connections.
21.7. Cleaning and care By observing the following instructions, you can extend the operating life of your PC: CAUTION! None of the parts inside the housing require cleaning or maintenance. • • • • Always unplug the device and disconnect all cables before cleaning. Clean the PC with a damp, lint-free cloth. Dust can clog up the vents which can lead to overheating and malfunctions. At regular intervals (approx. every 3 months), check that the vents are providing a sufficient level of air circulation.
23. Recycling and disposal If you have any questions about disposal, please contact your sales agent or our service centre. Device At the end of its life, the device should not be disposed of in household rubbish. Enquire about the options for environmentally friendly and appropriate disposal. Batteries Do not dispose of used or defective batteries in the household rubbish! They should be taken to a collection point for used batteries.
23.2. FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment gener-ates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
24. Index B Batteries ................................................................................................ 31 Battery disposal ................................................................................. 31 Better device management ........................................................... 22 C Cabling ..................................................................................................... 7 CD-ROM ...............................................................................
W Windows® 8 desktop ........................................................................ 24 Desktop apps .......................................................................... 24, 25 Windows® 8 Start screen................................................................. 23 Windows® 8 app ............................................................................ 24 Wireless LAN........................................................................................ 20 Working posture Arms ........
