Cubi series Personal Computer MS-B096/ B097 System G52-B0961X1
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Preface Copyright Notice The material in this document is the intellectual property of MICRO-STAR INTERNATIONAL. We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents. Our products are under continual improvement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice. Trademarks All trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. Revision History Version V1.
Upgrade and Warranty Please note that certain components preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request. To learn more about upgrade limitation, please refer to the specifications in the User’s Manual. For any further information about the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any component of the product if you are not an authorized dealer or service center, since it may cause the warranty void.
Preface Environmental Policy ◙◙ ◙◙ ◙◙ ◙◙ The product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling and should not be thrown away at its end of life. Users should contact the local authorized point of collection for recycling and disposing of their end-of-life products. Visit the MSI website and locate a nearby distributor for further recycling information. Users may also reach us at gpcontdev@msi.
Safety Instructions ◙◙ ◙◙ Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. All cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
Preface Never pour any liquid into the opening that could damage or cause electrical shock. Place the power cord in a way that people are unlikely to step on it. Do not place anything on the power cord. ◙◙ ◙◙ When installing the coaxial cable to the TV Tuner, it is necessary to ensure that the metal shield is reliably connected to protective earthing system of the building.
CE Conformity Hereby, Micro-Star International CO., LTD declares that this device is in compliance with the essential safety requirements and other relevant provisions set out in the European Directive. FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Preface RoHS Statement Japan JIS C 0950 Material Declaration A Japanese regulatory requirement, defined by specification JIS C 0950, mandates that manufacturers provide material declarations for certain categories of electronic products offered for sale after July 1, 2006. http://www.msi.com/html/popup/csr/cemm_jp.html http://tw.msi.com/html/popup/csr_tw/cemm_jp.
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1 Overview Congratulations for purchasing the Cubi series Personal Computer System. This system is your best PC choice. With the fantastic appearance, it can easily be set anywhere. The feature packed platform also gives you an exciting PC experience.
Packing Contents Cubi series AC/DC Adapter AC Power Cord Driver/ Utility Disk User Manual & Quick Guide VESA Mount Kit (optional) 1-2 Second Bottom Cover Kit (optional) * Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing. * The illustrations are for reference only and your packing contents may slightly vary depending on the model you purchased.
Overview System Overview hh Front View 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Power Button 2 USB 3.0 Port (with MSI SuperCharger Technology) (Optional) 3 USB 3.0 Port 4 Hard Disk Drive LED Press the power button to turn the system on and off. With MSI SuperCharger Technology, not only does it function as normal USB 3.0 port, but it also enables users to charge USB devices even when the system is turned off.
1-4 5 IR Receiver (Optional) 6 Headphone / Microphone Jack This infrared receiver is provided for remote control. This connector is provided for headphones, speakers, or microphones.
Overview hh Rear View 1 2 1 Ventilator 2 Power Jack 3 HDMI-Out Port 3 4 5 6 The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the ventilator. The AC/DC adapter converts AC power to DC power for this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage to the PC, always use the supplied power adapter.
5 LAN Jack The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it. Green/ Orange LED Color LED State Condition Yellow Off LAN link is not established. On (steady state) LAN link is established. On (blinking) The computer is communicating with another computer on the LAN. Off 10 Mbit/sec data rate is selected. On 100 Mbit/sec data rate is selected. On 1000 Mbit/sec data rate is selected.
Overview hh Left View 1 1 Kensington Lock Port This PC provides a Kensington lock port, which allows users to secure the PC in place with a key or some mechanical PIN device and attached through a rubberised metal cable. The end of the cable has a small loop which allows the whole cable to be looped around a permanent object, such as a heavy table or other similar equipment, thus securing the PC in place.
Component Replacement & Upgrade Please note that certain components preinstalled in the product may be upgradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users purchased. For any further information on the product users purchased, please contact the local dealer. Do not attempt to upgrade or replace any component of the product if you are not an authorized dealer or service center, since it may cause the warranty void.
2 Getting Started
Safety & Comfort Tips The Personal Computer System is a portable platform that allows you to work anywhere. However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your PC for a long period of time. 1. Your work area should have enough illumination. 2. Choose the proper desk and chair and adjust their height to fit your posture when operating. 3. When sitting on the chair, sit straight and keep a good posture. Adjust the chair’s back (if available) to support your back comfortably. 4.
Getting Started Hardware Setup hh Connecting the AC Power 1. Unpack the package to find the AC/DC adapter and AC power cord. 2. Connect the adapter and the power cord. 3. Connect the Power Jack. 4. Plug the power cord to the electrical outlet. 3 4 2 hh Disconnecting the AC Power 5. Unplug the AC power cord from the electrical outlet first. 6. Unplug the AC power cord from the Personal Computer System. Important When unplugging the AC power cord, always hold the connector part of the cord.
hh Powering on the System Press the power button to power on the system.
3 System Operations This chapter provides you with essential information on system operations. Important All information is subject to change without prior notice.
Power Management Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the potential to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To be energy efficient, turn off your display or set your PC to sleep mode after a period of user inactivity. hh Power Management in Windows 7 ■■ [Power Options] in Windows OS allow you to control the power management features of your display, hard drive, and battery. Go to [Start] > [Control Panel] > [System and Security].
System Operations hh Power Management through ENERGY STAR qualified monitors (Optional) The power management feature allows the computer to initiate a low-power or “Sleep” mode after a period of user inactivity. When used with an external ENERGY STAR qualified monitor, this feature also supports similar power management features of the monitor.
Network Connection (Windows 7) hh Wired LAN 1. Go to [Start] > [Control Panel]. 2. Select [Connect to the Internet] under [Network and Internet]. 3-4 3. Select [Broadband (PPPoE)] to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password. 4. Type the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and click [Connect] to establish your LAN connection.
System Operations hh Wireless LAN 1. Go to [Start] > [Control Panel]. 2. Select [Connect to the Internet] under [Network and Internet]. 3. Select [Wireless] to connect using a wireless router or a wireless network. 4. A list of available WLAN connections pops up. Choose a connection from the list or click [Open Network and Sharing Center] to establish a new connection.
5. To establish a new WLAN connection, select [Set up a new connection or network] in [Network and Sharing Center]. 6. Followingly, choose [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next] to continue. 3-6 7. Enter information for the wireless network you intend to add and click [Next] to proceed. 8. A new WLAN connection has been made. Click [Close] to exit or select [Change connection settings] to modify the WLAN settings.
System Operations Network Connection (Windows 8.x) hh Wired LAN 1. Go to [Start] > [Control Panel]. 2. Select [View network status and tasks] under [Network and Internet]. 3-7 3. To establish a new connection, select [Network and Sharing Center]. 4. Select [Set up a new connection or network].
5. Choose [Connect to the Internet]. 6. Select [Broadband (PPPoE)] to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password. 7. Type the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and click [Connect] to establish your LAN connection.
System Operations hh Wireless LAN 1. Select [Settings] on Desktop, locate a wireless icon with available network. 2. A list of available WLAN connections pops up. Choose a connection from the list. 3. To establish a new connection, select [Network and Sharing Center] under [Network and Internet] in [Control Panel]. 4. Select [Set up a new connection or network]. 5. Followingly, choose [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next] to continue. 6.
System Recovery (Windows 7) Important The Recovery Tool is only available on systems bundled with Windows OS and MSI utilities by default. The purposes for using the Recovery Tool may include: ■■ Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer’s default settings. ■■ When some errors have occurred to the operating system in use. ■■ When the operating system is affected by virus and is not able to work normally. ■■ When you want to install the OS with other built-in languages.
System Operations 3. Enter the Recovery Tool. This tool contains three features: Backup System, Restore System and Recover to factory default. hh System Backup It is highly recommended that users back up the system as the solution in the event of a catastrophic disk failure or other accidents. Follow the instructions below to continue: 1. Select [Backup System] to enter. Alternatively, select [X] or press [Esc] on the keyboard to exit. 2. Select [BACKUP] to start the system backup immediately.
The Initial Backup The initial backup may take a while. Please let it complete without interruption. Subsequent Backups Subsequent backups will replace the previous backup files.
System Operations 3. The system backup is in progress. Please note that it may take a while. Do not switch off the power, or it may cause unknown damage to the system. 4. Alternatively, select [CANCEL] to stop the system backup immediately. Please do not switch off the power while the system backup cancellation is in progress.
5. The following message indicates a successful system backup. Press [OK] to finish. hh System Restore This tool helps to return the system to a previous state with the backup files that users created and saved in the hard disk drive beforehand. If no backup files are available, the system will be restored to the default setup. 3-14 Follow the instructions below to continue: 1. Select [Restore System] to enter. Alternatively, select [X] or press [Esc] on the keyboard to exit. 2.
System Operations With backup files: restoring the system to the previous backup Without backup files: restoring the system to the default setup 3-15
3. The system restore is in progress. Please note that it may take a while. Do not switch off the power, or it may cause unknown damage to the system. 4. The following message indicates a successful system restore. Press [OK] to finish. Restart the system and access the Windows operating system as usual. If the restore process fails or is interrupted, please start the whole procedure all over again.
System Operations hh System Recovery This tool helps to recover the system back to factory default settings. All data on the HDD will be erased while all settings will be restored to factory default. Follow the instructions below to continue: 1. Select [Recover to factory default] to enter. Alternatively, select [X] or press [Esc] on the keyboard to exit. 3-17 2. The system will be recovered to factory settings. All data will be gone. Make sure all important data have been backed up.
3. Please select [OK] so that the system can recover its default setup. 4. The system recovery is in progress. Please note that it may take a while. Do not switch off the power, or it may cause unknown damage to the system.
System Operations 5. The following message indicates a successful system recovery. Press [OK] to finish. Restart the system and access the Windows operating system as usual. If the recovery process fails or is interrupted, please start the whole procedure all over again.
System Recovery (Windows 8.x) Important The System Recovery Function is only available on systems bundled with Windows OS and MSI utilities by default. The purposes for using the System Recovery Function may include: ■■ Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer’s default settings. ■■ When some errors have occurred to the operating system in use. ■■ When the operating system is affected by virus and is not able to work normally.
System Operations hh Recovery from the Operating System Refresh PC The Refresh PC utility checks whether the system files, Windows registry, and other important system components are working fine or not; on finding issues with Windows files, it will attempt to repair your PC. If your PC isn’t running well, you can refresh it without losing your personal files. 1. Click [Settings] recovery]. on desktop, then select [Change PC settings] > [Update and 2.
4. A message indicates that your PC is ready to be refreshed, click [Refresh] to start. This might take a while. 5. After the refresh process ends, you will be back to Windows Start Screen where you can find all default Windows utilities and widgets.
System Operations Reset PC The Reset utility will bring the system back to original factory settings. 1. Click [Settings] recovery]. on desktop, then select [Change PC settings] > [Update and 2. Click [Recovery] > [Remove everything and reinstall Windows], and select [Get started]. 3-23 3. It will show the changes to be made during the process, click [Next] to continue.
4. You will be prompted to choose which drive you want to clean for a hard disk with multiple partitions. 5. Now, select either to remove files or to fully clean drives according to your needs. 3-24 6. It is now ready to reset your PC, click [Reset] and follow the on-screen instructions to restart your PC.
