User manual MEDION RIM 2510

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] · For sound reproduction with an external surround decoder via an optical cable (available separately at a specialist shop). · For sound reproduction via external stereo equipment such as loudspeakers (active) or headphones. · For sound reproduction via external stereo equipment such as loudspeakers (active) or headphones. Components Aid Digital Audio Out (S/P-DIF optical) (9) Headphone connection (16) Microphone connection (18) THE SOUND CARD 45 Handling Safety The Network What is a network? A network means connecting your notebook to one or several other computers. Users can transfer data between computers and share resources such as printers, modems and hard disk drives. Here are some practical examples: · You can exchange E-mail and manage appointments in an office. · Users can share a printer in a network and save their data on a central server. · Users can share one modem among computers for Internet access. · Two or more computers can be connected to play network games or share data. Ethernet-Network Your PC has a Ethernet Network connection. Connect one end to the RJ45 connection (Western plug) at the network interface of your notebook (20) and the other to another PC or a hub/switch. The Windows XP Help and Support Centre offers extensive information about networking your PC. You can access this information by clicking on Start, then Help. 46 CHAPTER 3 Wireless LAN Wireless LAN is an optional feature. This function allows you to create a wireless network link with an access point or directly with another wireless-enabled PC. Please read the necessary prerequisites before activating this feature. The wireless LAN function is switched on/off by means of the icon on the right of the Task Strip. You will then have the possibility of creating a network connection, if the following requirements have been fulfilled, after the wireless LAN function has been activated. Warning!Components 47 Appendix Aid Make sure the Wireless LAN option is switched OFF in any environment where it might interfere with critical and sensitive devices, e. g. , on aircraft, in hospitals and other medical centres, etc. Conditions An access point is a wireless transmitter that communicates with your notebook and controls access to the network connection (e. g. , a home network or a broadband connection such as DSL). Wireless access points are often found in offices, airports, universities or Internet cafés. To set up a wireless network to share Internet access, files, and printers at home, you will need an access point, a router, and a broadband (DSL or cable) modem. Some access points can also serve as a router and/or a broadband modem. Check with your retailer or Internet Service Provider to find the best solution for your needs. A link to another computer with wireless LAN functionality can also be created without an access point. [. . . ] This includes the guarantee of saleability or the suitability for a certain purpose but is not limited to this. In some countries the exclusion of implied guarantees is not permissible upon principle. In this case the validity of all express and implied guarantees is limited to the guarantee period. In some countries limiting the period of validity for implied guarantees is not permitted, so that the above limitation does not come into force. [. . . ]