User manual MEDION SIM 2000

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] · · · Select the "Settings" tab and left click on the second display . Check the option "extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor" and press "ok". To deactivate the extension uncheck the option "extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor". 28 HANDLING You can change the resolution and colour depth for either display in this screen. However, you may have to decrease the depth of colour if you increase the resolution since the video memory has a limited capacity. DISPLAY 29 DATA ENTRY THE KEYBOARD By dual assignment of certain keys you have the same range of functions available to you as with a normal Windows keyboard. Some functions are input using the Fn key, which is normal on notebook computers. NOTEBOOK-SPECIFIC KEY COMBINATIONS Combination Fn + F2 Description Toggles the display screen between LCD, external display and simultaneous display. To adjust this key to your own needs go to display properties in power saving. Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Fn + F7 Fn + F8 Fn + F9 Fn + F12 30 HANDLING TOUCH PAD The touch pad's primary function is to move the cursor around or select items displayed on the screen with the use of your fingertip instead of a mouse. The pointer follows the direction which is specified by moving your finger or thumb over the touch pad. DO NOT use a ball-point pen or other object on the touch pad, as this could damage or cause a malfunction of your touch pad. Below the touch pad are the left and right mouse buttons which can be used as on a normal mouse. You can also perform a direct click or double click using the touch pad by tapping the surface briefly once or twice. In the Windows Control Panel you will find a number of useful settings that will make using the touch pad easier. If the Control Panel is in category view, click Printers and Other Hardware and then Mouse. In classic view, double-click Mouse. DATA ENTRY 31 32 HANDLING Chapter 4 Main Components Subject Page Hard Drive _________________________ Optical Drive ________________________ Sound Card ________________________ Modem ____________________________ Network ___________________________ Memory Card Connections _____________ PC Card Slot ________________________ Connection Options __________________ Software ___________________________ 35 37 42 43 43 48 49 50 52 34 MAIN COMPONENTS THE HARD DRIVE The hard drive is the main storage medium combining large storage capacity and rapid data access. 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 hard drive contains the operating system of the computer, other application programs and backup files. These programs and files are pre-installed on your Notebook, so you may note that some of the space on your hard drive is already taken. Whenever the computer is accessing the hard disk, the corresponding LED illuminates (see page 13. ) WARNING!Never switch off the computer while the busy indicator is lit since this may result in loss of data. If you are looking for a file on the hard drive and you know the name, go to Search on the Start menu to find the file. Following is some general information on where you might find some common files. Usually your hard drive is divided into several partitions, as shown below. The partitions of your hard drive may vary from what is shown here. Local Disk C: Windows XP Software programs Your documents THE HARD DRIVE 35 IMPORTANT DIRECTORIES The most important directories preinstalled on your Notebook are shown below. [. . . ] Based on one million pixels this translates into a factor of about 1. 31. Class II type failure consequently allows for three defects each of type 1 and type 2 and 7 defects of type 3 and 3 cluster of type 3. If the number of failures exceeds the figures of any category mentioned above then this may be covered by the warranty. LIMITS OF LIABILITY To the extent allowed by local law, except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty statement, in no event shall the company or its third party suppliers be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damage, whether based on contract or any other legal theory and whether advised of the possibility of such damages. This includes loss or damage of personal data on your Notebook. LOCAL LAW This warranty statement gives you legal rights. [. . . ]