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Zotac ZBOX CI520-nano manual

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    1 ZOT AC ZBOX nano ZO T A C ZBO X nano User’ s Manual No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the expre[...]

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    2 ZOT AC ZBOX nano T a ble of Contents Product specications -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Safety information -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Setting up your system ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Care during[...]

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    3 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Product specications Product Dimensions • 127mm x 127mm x 45mm Onboard CPU • Intel Core i3-4020Y (dual core, 3M Cache, 1.5 GHz) • Intel Core i5-4210Y (dual core, 3M Cache, 1.9 GHz) Onboard graphics • Intel HD Graphics 4200 • HDMI 1.4a (3840x2160@30Hz, supports 4K display) • DP (2560x1600@60Hz) Memory support • On[...]

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    4 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Safety inf or mation Y our ZOT AC ZBOX nano is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for information technology equipment. However , to ensure your safety , it is important that you read the following safety instructions. Setting up your system  Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before [...]

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    5 ZOT AC ZBOX nano W elcome Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOT AC ZBOX nano mini-PC. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOT AC ZBOX nano. Please contact your retailer If any of the below items are damaged or missed. Package contents • 1 x ZOT AC ZBOX nano mini-PC • 1 x ZOT AC VESA mount • 4 x Mount s[...]

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    6 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Getting to know y our ZOT A C ZBO X nano F r ont view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system 1. Power switch The power switch turns the mini-PC ON and OFF . 2. HDD status indicator The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written onto or read from the hard disk drive 3. WiFi status ind[...]

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    7 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Rear view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1. Power input (DC19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the mini-PC. T o prevent damage to the mini-PC, always use the supplied power adapte[...]

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    8 ZOT AC ZBOX nano How to disable integ r ated IR receiver 1. T urn on the ZBOX nano mini-PC, then press <Delete> to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY . 2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to Features > Onboard Device Control , and select CIR Controller . 2. Enter CIR Controller and select Disabled . Enabled : enable the internal IR receiver (def[...]

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    9 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Customizing the ZO T AC ZBO X nano Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your ZOT AC ZBOX nano. 1. Remove the four screws securing the bottom cover into place. 2. Remove the bottom cover .[...]

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    10 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Installing a memor y module 1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slot and insert a SO-DIMM memory module into the slot at a 45 degree angle. 2. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms of the memory slot.[...]

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    11 ZOT AC ZBOX nano 2. Install the hard disk bracket onto a 2.5-inch SA T A hard disk with 2 screws. 3. Insert the hard disk into the socket and gently slide into the connector . Installing a har d disk 1. Locate the hard disk bracket, remove the 2 screws, and remove the hard disk bracket as shown in the image below .[...]

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    12 ZOT AC ZBOX nano 4. Reinstall the screws for the hard disk bracket.[...]

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    13 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Connecting a S/PDIF cable 1. Connect the S/PDIF cable to the mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter . 2. Locate the front panel and connect the mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter to the headphone / mini-Optical S/PDIF jack.[...]

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    14 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Setting up the ZO T AC ZBO X nano Please connect your peripherals before using your ZOT AC ZBOX nano. 1. Connecting a DisplayPort display Connect the DisplayPort connector to the DP port. 2. Connecting USB 3.0 device Connect USB 3.0 devices such as external hard drives, SSDs and ash drives to the USB 3.0 port. 3. Connecting t[...]

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    15 ZOT AC ZBOX nano 4. T urning on the system Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel and then press the power switch on the front panel to turn on the system. 5. Connecting to an HDMI display Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the system rear panel and the other end to a HDMI-compatible display [...]

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    16 ZOT AC ZBOX nano P ositioning the ZOT AC ZBO X nano • Do not position the ZOT AC ZBOX nano where the ventilation holes are covered. T o guarantee proper use, leave 4 inches (10 cm) of spacing in front of the ventilation holes. • ZOT AC ZBOX nano mini-PC systems provide ample connectivity in a tiny form factor , please choose connectors and c[...]

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    17 ZOT AC ZBOX nano 3. Connect the ZOT AC ZBOX nano to your LCD monitor with an HDMI/DP cable.[...]

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    18 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Installing driv er s and softwar e Installing an operating system The ZOT AC ZBOX nano does not ship with an operating system preinstalled. The user must install the operating system before the ZOT AC ZBOX nano can be used. The following operating systems are supported: • Windows 7 • Windows 8 Follow the instructions below t[...]

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    19 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Using your ZO T AC ZBO X nano Conguring wireless connection Please follow the instructions below to connect to a wireless network: 1. Double-click the wireless network icon (pic) in the notication area. 2. Select the wireless network you want to connect to from the list and click Connect. 3. After connection is established[...]

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    20 ZOT AC ZBOX nano Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) 1. Repeat Step 1-3 in the previous section. 2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and click “OK”. 3. Click “Create a new connection” to start the NEW Connection Wizard. 4. Click “Next”. 5. Select “Connect to the Internet” and click “Next”. 6. Select “Set up[...]