User manual MEDION MICROSTAR GAME PC

[. . . ] Notes on this Manual Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer ownership of this computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner. This manual is divided into sections to help you locate the information you require. [. . . ] 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 40 The Keyboard The Alt and Ctrl Keys The left Alt key performs certain functions in conjunction with other keys. The application 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 Alt + F4 Alt + Print screen Shift + 2 Ctrl + Alt + Del Function and Description As a rule ends the program selected or closes the window opened. Copies the image of the window currently active to the clipboard. Generates the @ character required for emails (pronounced: at). Windows security is launched. (Country-specific variances are possible. ) Operation 41 Appendix Help Operation Connecting Safety 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 programs and backup files. These programs and files are pre-installed on your 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 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. Usually your hard disk is divided into more partitions, but there can also be some minor variations. In your first partition (Boot) you will find your operating system, application programs and the users' documents and settings. The second partition (Backup) serves for data security and contains additional drivers and tools. The backup files are also found here (D:\Recover). They allow you to reset your computer to its original factory-set configuration. (Please see page 70. ) 42 The Hard Drive Important Directories In the following we listed the most important directories describing their contents. [. . . ] 73 FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 G Graphics card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 H Hard drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Hard drive Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]