User manual MEDION MD 8828 QUICK GUIDE

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] Volume Control Increases/lowers the volume. Mute Switches the volume on/off. - 36 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 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 backup files are also found here (D:\Recover). They allow you to reset your computer to its original factory-set configuration. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Appendix The second partition (Recover) serves for data security and contains additional drivers and tools. Help Operation Connecting Safety Important Directories In the following we have listed the most important directories and described their content. 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. C:\ The master directory of drive C: includes important files required to start Windows. In the factory setting these files are hidden for safety reasons. C:\Programs As the name suggests, in this directory programs install the files belonging to the application. C:\Windows The main directory of Windows. This is where the files of the operating system are saved. D:\Driver This folder includes the drivers required by your computer (pre-installed). D:\Tools Here you find additional programs and other documentation for your PC. D:\Recover Here the backup files are located enabling you to recover the factory setting (see page 73). - 38 UK/ N. IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Connecting an external hard drive Your PC has a hard disk bay, which will enable you to connect the external MEDION HDDrive 2go ultra speed hard drive simply and without complications via the SATA connection. [. . . ] IRELAND HELPLINE 1-800-992508 Appendix Electrical safety requirements according to the following standards: Help Operation Connecting Safety Noise Emission Requirements for noise emission according to the measurement procedure in accordance with the following standard: ISO 7779 (ISO 9296) Acoustics. Measurement of airborne noise emitted by information technology and telecommunications equipment. This PC fulfils the requirements of noise emissions according to ISO 7779 with following values: Operating Mode Idling Operating Max. Sound power level LWAd (B/A) (declared according to ISO 9296) 4. 8 5. 2 Max. Sound pressure level LpAm (dB/A) (declared according to ISO 9296) At bystander position Idling St bystander position Operating 40 47 Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE The following remote equipments may have been supplied with this PC: · · · · · · Remote control Remote control transmitter Wireless keyboard Wireless mouse USB receiver Wireless LAN Due to the capacity of the built-in wireless LAN solution (> 100 mW) the device may only be used within buildings in France. [. . . ]