Mini Desktop PC E420 User Manual
E13488 Revised Edition V2 September 2017 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION 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 express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents About this manual.............................................................................................. 4 Conventions used in this manual................................................................ 4 Typography.......................................................................................................... 4 Package contents................................................................................................ 5 Getting to know your PC Features.......................
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Getting to know your PC This chapter details the hardware components of your PC. Chapter 2: Using your PC This chapter provides you with information on using your PC. Chapter 3: Upgrading your PC This chapter provides you with information on how to upgrade the memory modules, wireless modules, and hard disk drive / solid state drive of your PC.
Package contents X E420 AC adapter* Power cord* Antenna Technical documentations NOTE: • * Actual product specifications and package contents may vary depending on the model type, country, or region. • I f the device or any of its components fail or malfunction during normal or proper use and it is still within the warranty period, bring the device and the warranty card to you nearest ASUS Service Center.
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Getting to know your PC 1
Features Front panel X Memory card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports MMC, SD, SDHC, and SDXC card formats. Power button The power button allows you to turn the PC on or off. You can also press the power button once to put your PC to sleep mode.
BIOS key Before booting up the system, insert a straightened paper clip into this hole to enter the BIOS. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Microphone jack The microphone jack is designed to connect to a microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Headphone jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones.
Rear panel Wireless antenna jack The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception.
HDMI port The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to allow viewing on a larger external display. Serial (COM) connector The 9-pin serial (COM) connector allows you to connect devices that have serial ports such as mouse, modem, or printers. LAN(RJ-45) port The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. VGA port This port allows you to connect your PC to an external display.
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Using your PC 2
Getting started Connecting the wireless antenna Connect the wireless antenna to your PC to enhance the wireless signal. Ensure that the wireless antenna is in an upright position (90° angle) to get the best wireless reception.
Mounting your PC on the stand To mount your PC on the stand: 1. Locate the mounting hole at the bottom of your PC. 2. Align the stand’s mounting hole with the mounting hole on your PC, then secure it in place with the stand screw. X stand screw IMPORTANT! Ensure that your PC is mounted on its stand before placing it on a stable and flat surface.
Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse You can connect generally any USB keyboard and mouse to your PC. You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard and mouse set. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your VivoMini: Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any of the USB ports of your PC. NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region.
Connect a display panel to your PC You can connect a display panel or projector to your PC that has the following connectors: • HDMI connector • VGA connector To connect a display panel to your PC: Connect one end of an HDMI or a VGA cable to an external display, and the other end of the cable to your PC’s HDMI or VGA port.
Connect the AC power adapter to your PC To connect the AC power adapter to your PC: A. Connect the power cord to the AC power adapter. B. Connect the DC power connector into your PC’s power (DC) input. C. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. IMPORTANT! 18 E420 • e strongly recommend that you use only the AC power cord W that came with your PC. • e strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket W while using your PC.
Turn on your PC Press the power button to turn on your PC.
Turning your PC off If your PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your PC turns off. Putting your PC to sleep To put your PC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in the PC. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance.
Quickly enter the BIOS To quickly enter the BIOS: • Press the power button for at least four (4) seconds to shut down your PC, then insert a straightened paper clip into the BIOS key slot, and press the power button again to turn your PC back on and enter BIOS. NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you turn on your PC.
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Upgrading your PC 3
Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive To install or upgrade the hard disk drives / solid state drives: 24 1. Turn off your PC then disconnect all cables and peripherals. 2. Remove the antenna from you PC. 3. Place the PC on a flat stable surface, with the side with the rubber feet facing upwards.
4. Remove the six (6) screws from the side cover (A) then slide the side cover towards the rear of your PC (B) until it is detached from the chassis. 5. Lift and remove the top cover and set it aside. 6. Remove the two (2) screws from the bracket (A), then remove the bracket (B).
NOTE: Some models may have a bundled HDD/SSD, ensure to remove the bundled HDD/SSD before installing a new HDD/SSD. This may vary depending on the model type, country or region. 7. Prepare the HDD/SSD. 8. Secure the HDD/SSD to the bracket using two (2) screws. 9. Slide the HDD/SSD and bracket assembly into the chassis and connect the HDD/SSD into the SATA6G_1 connector. 10. Secure the HDD/SSD and bracket assembly to the motherboard using two (2) screws.
11. Replace the side cover of your PC and slide it towards the front of the PC to re-attach (A), then secure it with the six (6) screws removed earlier (B).
Upgrading memory modules Your PC comes with a SO-DIMM memory slot that allow you to install a DDR4. IMPORTANT! Refer to http://www.asus.com for the list of compatible DIMMs. You can only install a DDR4 to the PC’s DIMM slot. To install or upgrade the memory modules: 28 1. Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to remove the side cover of your PC. 2.
Installing or upgrading the wireless card Your PC includes a M.2(NGFF) slot that supports a M.2 wireless and bluetooth module. To install or upgrade a wireless card: 1. Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to remove the side cover of your PC. 2. Align and insert the wireless card into its slot inside the PC (A), then secure it with a screw (B).
and the white antenna 3. Connect the black antenna to MAIN or to AUX or on the wireless card (C). 4. Follow step 10 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the side cover of your PC.
Installing or upgrading the M.2 SSD Your PC includes a M.2(NGFF) slot that supports a M.2 SSD. To install or upgrade a 2280 M.2 SSD: 1. Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to remove the side cover of your PC. 2. Align and insert the M.2 SSD into its slot inside the PC. 3. Secure the M.2 SSD with a screw. 4. Follow step 10 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the side cover of your PC.
To install or upgrade a 2242 M.2 SSD: 32 1. Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to remove the side cover of your PC. 2. Insert the bundled hexagon screw. 3. Align and insert the M.2 SSD into its slot inside the PC.
4. Secure the M.2 SSD with a screw. 5. Follow step 10 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the side cover of your PC.
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Appendix
Safety information Your VivoMini 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 • • • • • • • 36 Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system. Do not use this product near water or a heated source. Set up the system on a stable surface. Openings on the chassis are for ventilation.
Care during use • • • • Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system. When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. Always unplug the power cord from the power outlets before cleaning the system. If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power cord and contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. – The power cord or plug is damaged.
Regulatory notices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • • • • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
ISED Radiation Exposure Statement for Canada This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with ISED RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Wireless Operation Channel for Different Domains N. America Japan Europe ETSI 2.412-2.462 GHz 2.412-2.484 GHz 2.412-2.472 GHz Ch01 through CH11 Ch01 through Ch14 Ch01 through Ch13 Regional notice for Singapore Complies with IMDA Standards DB103778 This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards. Regional notice for California WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Rd., Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 http://www.asus.com +86-21-3842-9911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA Telephone +1-510-739-3777 Fax +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://usa.asus.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC Part 2 Section 2. 1077(a) Asus Computer International Responsible Party Name: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Address: Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Mini Desktop PC Model Number : E420 Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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