User manual MEDION RAM 2080

[. . . ] Notes on This Manual Keep these instructions with your computer at all times. The proper set up, use and care can help extend the life of your computer. In the event that you transfer ownership of this computer, please provide these instructions to the new owner. This manual is divided into sections to help you find the information you require. [. . . ] in the taskbar, select the card Components Appendix English In order to remove the card, first push it into the contact to unlock it. Pull the card from the bay and store it securely. Aid Safety Express Card/54 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port USB ports provide an easy way to connect many peripheral devices to your Notebook (10). You can use any USB device with any USB port. Your notebook will have 3 USB 2. 0 connection sockets (USB 1. 1 compatible). Some USB devices require that you reinstall software drivers when you connect the device to a different USB port than the one originally used. This can be avoided by always using the device with the same USB port. Devices connected directly to the USB bus should not draw more than 500 mA. Should the devices need more power than this, it will be necessary to provide a powered hub. The data transfer speed is 1. 5 Mbit/s or 12 Mbit/s, depending on the device connected. Note Some USB devices require that you reinstall software drivers when you connect the device to a different USB port than the one originally used. This can be avoided by always using the device with the same USB port. - 48 - Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port Your new Notebook will make software and hardware solutions to unauthorized access available to you. Startup Password Handling Appendix English - 49 - You can protect your notebook against unauthorized use with a switching on password. Then, an invitation to enter the password will appear on the screen when the notebook is switched on. You will not have any possibility of deleting your password if you forget it. Contact your Customer Service in that case. You can also use the security options of Windows Vista®, in order to protect your data against unauthorized access. You will find further information in the chapter "Data and System Security" starting on page 62. Using a safety lock You can prevent theft by using a so called Kensington lock, which can be bought at your local retailer. The cable wraps around an object and the "T" shaped end inserts into the Kensington lock port and a key or combination dial is used to secure the lock in place. Please keep your key at a safety place. Aid Components Safety Securing the Notebook Software There are many kinds of help and information for using your Notebook. This section tells you where to get help with the Microsoft® Windows Vista® operating system, software programs, and your notebook. Getting to Know Windows Vista® Windows Vista® offers different options to understand its operation. We will mention only a few of those options here: Windows Vista® ­ Quickstartguide This Handbook will give you a brief overview of the operation of your operating system. The following themes are dealt with in it: · · · Initial steps The Welcome Center Innovations · Help displays We recommend this reading matter to beginners and those switching from other versions of Windows. Windows Vista® ­ Help and Support An answer to almost every question can be found in this program. This help function fully covers the Windows operating system. [. . . ] 71 Screen Resolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Securing the Notebook Startup Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]