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ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Table of Contents Product specifications--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Safety information--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Setting up your system------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4 Care during use--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Welcome--------------------------------------------------------------------
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Product specifications Chipset • AMD M1 Product dimensions • 106mm x 106mm x 37mm Onboard CPU • AMD E-450 (Dual-core, 1.65 GHz) Onboard graphics • AMD Radeon HD 6320, DirectX11 • Support HDMI (1920x1200 resolution) output • Support AMD UVD3.0 Memory support • One 204-pin SO-DIMMs DDR3-1333 • Up to 4 GB of memory USB ports • Two USB2.0 ports & one combo eSATA / USB2.0 port • Two USB3.0 ports Storage support • Support one mSATA, 6.0 Gb/s transfer rates • One combo eSATA / USB2.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Safety information Your ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS 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.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS mini-PC. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS. Please contact your retailer If any of the below items are damaged or missed.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Front view 1 2 3 5 4 6 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. IR receiver The IR receiver is used to receive the signal from the IR remote control. 3. Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader reads and writes MMC/SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/ SDXC cards used in devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones and PDAs. 4.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Rear view 1 3 2 5 4 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. To prevent damage to the mini-PC, always use the supplied power adapter. 2. HDMI output The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output supports Full HD 1080p displays such as an HDTV or monitor. 3. USB3.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS BIOS settings of specific functions ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS has some specific functions which can be enabled or disabled in BIOS settings, such as LED indicator, USB2.0 charge and CIR controller. How to disable the ring LED indicator 1. 2. 8 Turn on the ZBOX nano XS mini-PC, then press to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the Chipset menu and select Onboard Device Config.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS 3. Press to display the Onboard Device Config and navigate to Backlight Control. 4. Press and select Disabled. 5. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit. The PC will reboot.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS How to enable USB2.0 hotplug charge (for S3/S4/S5 status) 1. 2. In Chipset menu, select Onboard Device Config and press . Use the arrow keys to enter the item Top / Bottom / Combo e-SATA/ USB2.0 hotplug Charge, and select Enabled. Note: Before charging via USB2.0 in S5 status, please make sure the Deep S5 is disabled. 1. In Advanced menu, select ACPI Settings and press .
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS 2. Use the arrow keys to enter the item Deep Sleep, and select Disabled. High Current/Fast Charging USB ports If you want a faster, less restricted way of charging your mobile phone and tablet from all USB2.0 ports, simply install the USB Charging driver (for Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7) which allows you to charge a USB devices quickly and even supports continuous charging when your mini-PC enters Suspend to RAM (S3), Hibernation mode (S4) or Power off mode (S5).
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS 2. Press to display the Super IO Configuration and enter CIR Controller Configuration. 3. Enter CIR Controller and select Disabled.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS before customizing. 1. Loosen the 4 screws securing the bottom cover into place. 2. Gently remove the cover.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Installing a memory 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.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Installing an mSATA 1. Insert the mSATA into the slot and gently slide into the connector. 2. Install the screws of the mSATA.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Connecting a SPDIF cable 1. Connect the SPDIF cable to the headphone/SPDIF adapter correctly. 2. Locate the front panel and connect the headphone/SPDIF adapter to the headphone/SPDIF jack.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Please connect the peripherals before using the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS. 1 2 3 4 5 1. Turning 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. 2. 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. 3. Connecting USB3.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS • Do not cover or block the ventilation holes on ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS. To ensure proper operation and reliability, leave aproximately 4 inches (10 cm) of spacing in front of the ventilation holes. • ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS mini-PC systems provide ample expansion in a miniature form factor, please use connectors and cables that are appropriate in size to avoid interference.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS 3. Connect the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS to your LCD monitor with an HDMI cable. IR receiver Users can control the LCD monitor/TV by either IR receiver or external USB IR receiver. 1. IR receiver Note: Please install CIR driver from DVD before you use the IR receiver. IR receiver 2.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Remote control (optional) ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS is shipped with a remote control. Follow the instructions below to use the remote control. Function keys Playback Buttons OK START OK BACK UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT i Audio and Video Buttons + - VOLUME UP / DOWN MUTE STOP REW PLAY 1 4 7 *.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Lithium cell installation 1. Locate the arrow on the rear cover of the remote control, and push the cover as the arrow direction. 2. Remove the rear cover, and insert the CR2032 lithium cells into the battery jar at a 45 degree angle. 3. Gently press down on the CR2032 lithium cells, and reinstall the rear cover.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Installing drivers and software Installing an operating system The ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS does not ship with an operating system preinstalled. An operating system must be installed before the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS can be used. The following operating systems are supported: • Windows XP • Windows Vista • Windows 7 Follow the instructions below to install an operating system: 1. Insert disk for operating system into the optical drive. 2. Wait for the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS to boot from the disk. 3.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS • Renesas USB3.0 Driver • MassStorage driver • Usb Charger • CIR Driver • USB WiFi driver (from another driver disc) Note: 1. Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS. 2. USB charging does not support WinXP 64bit. 3. 4. 5. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch. Follow the onscreen instructions for the selected driver to install. Restart the system.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 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”. 7. Select your connection type and click “Next”. 8. Enter your ISP Name and click “Next”. 9. Enter your User name and Password. Click “Next”. 10.
