Advent PC Bedienungsanleitung
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Safety Information 3
Maintenance and Care 4
Welcome 5
Section 1 - Your Advent PC
YourAdventPC 8
TheMouse 9
TheKeyboard 10
Monitors 11
OpticalDrives 12
MemoryCardReaders 13
FloppyDiskDrive 14
BaseUnit 16
Speakers 17
Modem and Network (LAN) 18
Section 2 - Introducing Microsoft Windows XP
Introducing Windows XP 20
TheDesktop 21
TheTaskBar 22
StartMenu 22
NotificationArea 23
RecycleBin 23
Shortcuts 23
Help and Support Center 24
HowdoI… 25
Section 3 - Windows XP Entertainment
Windows XP Entertainment 33
Media Player 10 34
Windows Movie Maker 2 39
Games 43
Section 4 - The Internet
TheInternet 47
Internet Explorer 6 48
Outlook Express 6 53
Windows Messenger 56
Anti-virus / Firewalls 57
Windows Security Center 59
Windows Firewall 60
Pop-upBlocker 65
Table of contents
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Section 5 - Looking after Windows XP
Looking after Windows XP 68
WindowsUpdate 69
WindowsServicePacks 73
DiskCleanupWizard 74
Disk Defragmenter 76
Section 6 - Windows XP Utilities
Windows XP Utilities 79
ControlPanel 80
DateandTime 82
Accessibility Options 83
DesktopCleanupWizard 85
User Accounts and Passwords 86
Section 7 - Troubleshooting and Support
SystemRestore 91
Help and Support Center 95
Troubleshooting 96
Reinstalling supplied Drivers and Software 99
System Recovery 100
Recovery CD Creator 104
Further Help 105
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Important safety information
The following information is designed to help you use and
enjoy your Advent computer safely.
1. Always follow the instructions on any safety labels, or in
this manual.
2. You should only use your Advent PC on a sturdy, stable,
flat surface.
3. Do not cover, block, or otherwise obstruct any openings
or vents on your Advent PC. They are needed to prevent
overheating.
4. Do not put your Advent PC in a cupboard, or any other
enclosed space, unless there is adequate ventilation.
5. Never push objects through the openings on the case.
Doing so exposes you to dangerous voltages.
6. You should only connect your Advent PC to an AC power
source indicated on the rear of the case. If you are
unsure please contact your local store for help.
7. Do not place objects on the power cord ,and make sure it
is located away from walkways to avoid tripping hazards.
8. If you connect your Advent PC to an extension socket you
need to make sure that the total amperage rating of all
the products connected does not exceed that of the
extension socket.
9. You should always unplug your Advent computer and any
connected products before cleaning them.
10. Never use your Advent computer near water or liquids.
11. Your Advent is wired with a 3-pin grounding plug. This is
for your safety and you should not attempt to connect
any other type of plug, or connect it to any other type of
plug socket.
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If you are experiencing problems with your Advent PC you
should only attempt to repair it following the instructions set
out in this manual. Improper use of your Advent PC may put
your safety at risk, and result in extensive damage to your
product.
You should unplug your Advent PC and contact PC
ServiceCall on 0870 901 3000 (24 hours) for help and
advice in any of the following cases:
1. If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
2. If you spill liquid on, or into any part of your PC.
3. If your PC is exposed to rain, water, or any other liquids.
4. If you drop your PC, or the case is damaged in any way.
5. If your PC exhibits changes in performance that would
indicate a need for service.
Warning
If you ever need to remove the casing you should observe
the following:
1. Always unplug your PC and any connected products
before you remove the case.
2. Always make sure the case is replaced securely, and all
screws are tightened before you connect your PC or
connected products to the electricity supply.
Maintenance and care
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Thank you for purchasing your new Advent
personal computer. We at Advent pride
ourselves on giving you the very latest
technology to meet your needs both now and
in the future.
This guide will help you make the most of
your new Advent and Microsoft® Windows®
XP Home Edition, the latest home operating
system from Microsoft®.
Each section of the guide will take you
through key areas and include “How do I”
guides that take you through common tasks
step by step.
You’ll also have access to a wealth of technical
support through our web site, email, and 24
hour telephone support help lines.
We hope you enjoy your new Advent
computer and wish you many years of trouble
free computing.
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Important Details
There are a number of important
details that you should take a
note of should you need to use
our email support service or
support lines. It can be found at
the top of your receipt.
Staple
Your
Receipt
Here
Store: Date of purchase:
Receipt no.: Branch no.:
PC Performance no.:
Serial no.:
(Located on the rear of your Advent PC)
If you need help or assistance with your Advent computer please visit
www.pcservicecall.co.uk
Our website contains a wealth of support information on your PC. You will
also find helpful advice on a large range of peripherals and software. The
“How do I...” section will help you with looking after your PC, protecting
against viruses, and show you how to get the most from your PC.
If you can’t find what you are looking for you can use our email support
service to contact one of our trained technicians.
PC Repair Line 0870 901 3000 (charged at BT national rate)
PC SoftwareCall
0906 515 1180 (charged at £1.50 per minute)*
* Maximum call duration is 20 minutes. Please ask permission from the bill payer before calling.
Callers must be over 18 years of age to call premium rate lines.
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Your
Advent PC
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Your Advent PC
A computer is made up of many components both inside and
outside the PC’s case. These components are known as the
PC’s ‘hardware’.
Each piece of hardware serves an important function in
making your Advent computer work. In order to get the best
use from your PC you need to understand some of the most
common components that you will use, what they do, and
how to look after them.
This section of your manual covers the following hardware
components:
• Mouse
• Keyboard
• Monitor (the screen)
• Optical drives (CD writer, DVD etc.)
• Floppy disk drives
• Memory card readers
• Speakers
• Modem (for the Internet)
• LAN card (create a network)
• The PC base unit
Take a few moments to familiarise yourself with each of
these components as they are the parts of the computer that
you will use on a daily basis.
Note: the illustrations in this section are examples
only, the hardware, drives, and ports on your Advent
PC may differ slightly.
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The Mouse
The mouse is one of the main tools for
working with your computer. It allows
you to move the arrow around the
screen. You can also use it to open
programs and interact with menus and
text. A normal mouse has three buttons:
• Left button: this is your main button. Use a single-
click to select an item, or insert the cursor at a certain
point in text. Use a double-click (pressing the button
twice, quickly) to open a program or document.
• Right mouse button: you can click an icon, or area
on the screen, to open a “Context Menu”. These menus
give you quick access to common functions, for
example, copy and paste.
• Scroll wheel: the scroll wheel changes functions
depending on what program you are in. On the
Internet or in a document you can scroll up and down
a page. In a graphics program it might let you zoom in
and out on a picture.
How do I…
Drag and drop? You can drag and drop text, icons, or
shortcuts with your mouse. Click an item with the left button
and keep the button held down. Move the cursor to the new
location and let go.
Clean my mouse? It is important to keep your mouse clean
to get the best performance. Use a soft cloth with polish to
clean the outside. If your mouse has a ball you need to
regularly clean the ball, you also need to clean the rollers
inside with a damp cotton bud.
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The Keyboard
Along with the mouse, your
keyboard is one of the main
tools for interacting with your
PC. The keyboard allows you to
enter text into the PC, for
example, in a letter, or email.
A lot of modern keyboards also have customisable “hot
keys”. These hot keys can be used to open your favourite
websites and programs. Some even allow you to control
music and DVD playback.
How do I…
Use keyboard shortcuts? Keyboard shortcuts are a
combination of key presses that perform common functions,
for example, pressing the CTRL and Ckeys allows you to
copy something, and CTRL and Vallows you to paste it
somewhere else. The Help and Support Center contains a list
of common keyboard shortcuts.
Click Start > Help and Support.
Clean my keyboard? Over time your keyboard is filled with
house dust, food crumbs and other debris causing the
keyboard to become sluggish in use.
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