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ZOTAC ZBOX Table of Contents Product Specifications--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Safety information--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Setting up your system------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 Care during use--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Welcome----------------------------------------------------------------------------
ZOTAC ZBOX Product Specifications q Chipset v Intel HM77 Express q Product Size v 188mm x 188mm x 51mm q Microprocessor support v Intel Core i3-3227U Processor (1.9 GHz, dual-core) q Operating systems: v Supports Windows 7 32bit/64bit and Windows 8 32bit/64bit q System Memory support v Two 204-pin SO-DIMMs DDRIII 1600/1333 v Up to 16 GB of memory q USB Ports v Four USB 3.0 ports q Onboard Serial ATA v SATA 6.0 Gb/s transfer rates v Supports one 2.
ZOTAC ZBOX Safety information Your ZOTAC ZBOX 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 you operate your system. Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator. Set up the system on a stable surface with the provided stand.
ZOTAC ZBOX Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX. If any of the below items is damaged or missed, contact your retailer.
ZOTAC ZBOX Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX Front view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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 amplified speakers or headphones. 2. Microphone jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations or simple audio recordings. 3.
ZOTAC ZBOX Rear view 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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. Optical (SPDIF OUT) jack Plug an optical cable into this jack for digital audio transfer. 3. LAN ports The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN ports support standard Ethernet cables for connection to a local network. 4. USB 3.0 ports The USB 3.0 port supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.
ZOTAC ZBOX BIOS settings of specific functions ZOTAC ZBOX has some specific functions which can be enabled or disabled in BIOS settings, such as LED indicator, and CIR controller. How to disable the ring LED indicator 1. 2. 3. 8 Turn on the ZBOX mini-PC, then press to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the Power menu and select LOGO Indicator. Press and select Disabled.
ZOTAC ZBOX 4. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit. How to disable CIR controller (for internal IR receiver) 1. Use the arrow keys to navigate to Features > OnBoard Device Config > CIR Controller Configuration. 2. Enter CIR Controller and select Disabled. Enabled: enable the internal IR receiver (default) Disabled: disable the internal IR receiver 3. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit.
ZOTAC ZBOX Installing Hardware inside ZOTAC ZBOX Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX. 1. Remove thumb screws. 2. Gently slide the cover off as shown in the image below. Installing a memory module 1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slots and insert a SO-DIMM memory module into the slot at a 45 degree angle. Note: When installing two SO-DIMM memory modules, please insert a module into the lower slot first.
ZOTAC ZBOX 2. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms of the memory slot. Note: This ZOTAC ZBOX accomodates two DDR3 SO-DIMM memory modules. You must install at least one module in one of the two slots. Removing the memory 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 a 45-degree angle.
ZOTAC ZBOX Installing a hard disk 1. Locate the 2.5-inch SATA hard disk and the hard disk bracket. 2. Install the hard disk to the hard disk bracket.
ZOTAC ZBOX 3. Insert the hard disk into the slot at a 45 degree angle and gently slide into the connector. 4. Install the thumb screw.
ZOTAC ZBOX Installing mSATA SSD module 1. Locate the mSATA SSD slot and insert an mSATA SSD module into the slot at a 45 degree angle. 2. Gently press down on the mSATA SSD module until it locks into place with the plastic pin.
ZOTAC ZBOX Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX Please connect your peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 1. Connecting the WiFi antenna Connect the WiFi antenna to the WiFi antenna connector. 2. Connecting an optical S/PDIF output Connect a digital audio device via optical S/PDIF output. 3. Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to a hub or switch. 4. Connecting to USB 3.0 devices Connect USB 3.
ZOTAC ZBOX 5. Connecting to a DVI or VGA display Connect one end of a DVI/VGA cable to an HDTV or monitor, and the other end to the DVI port on the system rear panel. If using a VGA connection, please use included DVI-to-VGA adapter. 6. 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 such as an HDTV or monitor. 7.
ZOTAC ZBOX Positioning your ZOTAC ZBOX Do not position the ZOTAC ZBOX where the ventilation holes are covered. To guarantee proper use, leave 4 inches (10 cm) spacing in front of the ventilation holes. ZOTAC mini-PC system provide ample connectivities in tiny space, please choose connectors and cables in appropriate size to avoid interference. Installing the stand Stand your ZOTAC ZBOX up with the supplied stand. To do so : 1. Locate the key hole on the bottom of the ZOTAC ZBOX. 2.
ZOTAC ZBOX Installing drivers and software Installing an operating system The ZOTAC ZBOX does not ship with an operating system preinstalled. The user must install the operating system before the ZOTAC ZBOX can be used. The following operating systems are supported: • Windows 7 • Windows 8 Follow the instructions below to install an operating system: 1. Attach external DVD drive via USB. 2. Insert disk for operating system (Windows or Linux). 3. Wait for the ZOTAC ZBOX to boot from the disk. 4.
ZOTAC ZBOX Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the 3. 4. 5. ZOTAC ZBOX. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the drivers. Restart the system. Using your ZOTAC ZBOX Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: 1. Double-click the crossed wireless network icon (pic) on the notification area. 2.
ZOTAC ZBOX Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. Repeat Step 1-3 in the previous section. Select Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK. Click Create a new connection to start the NEW Connection Wizard. Click Next. Select Connect to the Internet and click Next. Select Set up my connection manually. Select your connection type and click Next. Enter your ISP Name and click Next. Enter your User name and Password. Click Next.
ZOTAC ZBOX Intel Rapid Storage Technology Introduction Intel Rapid Storage Technology is a Windows-based application that provides improved performance and reliability for systems equipped with SATA disks for desktop, mobile, and server platforms. When using one or multiple SATA disks, you can take advantage of enhanced performance or increase protection against data loss in the event of disk failure. Note: 1.
ZOTAC ZBOX 3. When the window “Enable Acceleration” displays, select the cache memory size and the acceleration mode, and click “OK” to accelerate the storage. 4. If you want to change the setting, click “Disable acceleration” to disable the acceleration, or click “Change mode” to change the acceleration mode. 5. If you want to reset cache to available, click “Reset to available”.
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