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    1 ZOT AC ZBOX ZO T A C ZBO X 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 documenta - tion kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express writt[...]

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

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    3 ZOT AC ZBOX Product Specications q Microprocessor support v Intel ® 2957U (Dual-core, 1.40 GHz) q Operating systems: v Supports Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit, Windows 8 32-bit/64-bit and Windows 8.1 32-bit/64-bit q System Memory support v 2 204-pin SO-DIMMs DDR3L-1600/1333 (1.35V) v Up to 16 GB of memory q USB Ports v Four USB 3.0 ports on the back[...]

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    4 ZOT AC ZBOX Safety inf or mation Y our ZOT AC ZBOX is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for infor - mation 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 you ope[...]

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    5 ZOT AC ZBOX W elcome Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOT AC ZBOX. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOT AC ZBOX. If any of the below items is damaged or missed, contact your retailer . Package contents • 1 x ZOT AC ZBOX • 1 x Stand • 1 x VESA mount • 1 x AC Adapter • 1 x Power Cord • 1 x WiFi[...]

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    6 ZOT AC ZBOX Getting to know y our ZOT A C ZBO X F r ont view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system 1. Headphone/Audio Out jack The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to amplied speakers or headphones. 2. Microphone jack The microphone jack is[...]

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    7 ZOT AC ZBOX Rear view Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1. WiFi antenna connector The WiFi antenna connector supports WiFi antenna module. 2. USB 3.0 ports The USB 3.0 port supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices and is backwards compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices. Use this port for USB 3.0 devices[...]

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    8 ZOT AC ZBOX How to disable the ring LED indica tor 1. T urn on the ZBOX mini-PC and press <Delete> to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. 2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the Power menu and select Logo Indicator . 3. Press <Enter> and select T urn off . 4. Press F10 to save the conguration and exit.[...]

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    9 ZOT AC ZBOX Installing Har dware inside ZOT AC ZBO X Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your ZOT AC ZBOX. 1. Unscrew . 2. Gently remove the cover as the image below . Installing a memor y module 1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slots and insert a SO-DIMM memory module into the slot at a 45 degree a[...]

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    10 ZOT AC ZBOX 2. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms of the memory slot. Remo ving the memor y module 1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slot and gently press the two arms securing the memory module outwards, as shown in the image below , to release the memory module. 2. Remove the memory module from the slot at [...]

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    11 ZOT AC ZBOX Installing a har d disk 1. Locate the hard disk bracket and remove the thumb screw . 2. Lift up on the plastic ap. 3. Insert a 2.5-inch SA T A hard disk into the bracket at a 45 degree angle and gently slide into the connector . 4. Lower the plastic ap and reinstall thumb screw .[...]

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    12 ZOT AC ZBOX Setting up your ZO T AC ZBO X Y ou need to connect peripherals before using your ZOT AC ZBOX. 1. Connecting a WiFi antenna module Connect a WiFi antenna module to the WiFi antenna connector . Note: When using the ZOT AC ZBOX, please be sure that the WiFi antenna module is connected to the WiFi antenna connector for the better perform[...]

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    13 ZOT AC ZBOX P ositioning your ZO T AC ZBO X  Do not position the ZOT AC ZBOX where the ventilation holes are covered. T o guarantee proper use, leave 4 inches (10 cm) spacing in front of the ventilation holes. ZOT AC mini-PC system provide ample connectivities in tiny space, please choose connectors and cables in appropriate size to avoid int[...]

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    14 ZOT AC ZBOX Installing driv er s and softwar e Installing an operating system The ZOT AC ZBOX does not ship with an operating system preinstalled. The user must install the operating system before the ZOT AC ZBOX can be used. The following operating systems are supported: • Windows 7 • Windows 8 • Windows 8.1 Follow the instructions below [...]

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    15 ZOT AC ZBOX Note: If you want to use USB charger for iPhone/iPad, please install the driver at X:UtilitySoftwareUsb Chargersetup.exe (X: your driver disk letter).  Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the ZOT AC ZBOX. 3. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch. 4. Follo[...]

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    16 ZOT AC ZBOX 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 my c[...]