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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® NM10 Express Family Chipset q Product Size v 188mm x 188mm x 44mm q Microprocessor support v Integrated with Intel® AtomTM processor D5 series q Operating systems: v Supports Windows XP 32 bit/64 bit, Windows Vista 32 bit/64 bit and Windows 7 32bit/64bit q System Memory support v Two 200-pin SO-DIMMs DDR2-800/667 v Up to 4GB of memory q USB 2.0 Ports v Supports hot plug and play v Six USB 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 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 2 4 5 6 7 Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system. 1. eSATA port The external SATA port is compatible with e.SATA devices such as external hard drives and Blu-ray drives. 2. USB ports The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mouse devices, cameras and hard disk drives.
ZOTAC ZBOX Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX. 1. Remove the two screws securing the bottom cover into place. 2. Gently remove the cover as the 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 DDR2 SO-DIMM memory modules. You must install at least one module in one of the two slots. Removing the memory module 1. Remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX. 2. Gently press the two arms securing the memory in the socket as shown in the image below to release the memory module. 3. The memory module can be easily taken out.
ZOTAC ZBOX Installing a hard disk 1. Remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX. 2. Unscrew and remove the screw from the hard disk bracket, and raise the lid as shown in the image below. 3. Insert a 2.5-inch SATA hard disk into the socket at a 45 degree angle. 4. Gently press down on the hard disk until it is seated, shut and screw the lid.
ZOTAC ZBOX Removing a hard disk 1. Remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX. 2. Unscrew and remove the screw from the hard disk bracket, and raise the lid as shown in the image below. 3. Gently remove the hard disk from the socket, close and screw the lid.
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 Erect your ZOTAC ZBOX with the supplied stand. To do so : 1. Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the ZOTAC ZBOX. 2.
ZOTAC ZBOX Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX You need to connect peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX. 1 2 3 4 3 1. Connecting to USB devices Connect USB devices like wired/wireless keyboards (varying with areas), mouse devices and printers to the USB ports on the system rear panel. 2. 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. 3.
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® XP • Windows® Vista • Windows® 7 • Several Linux distributions Follow the instructions below to install an operating system: 1. Attach external CD/DVD drive via USB or eSATA 2. Insert disk for operating system (Windows or Linux). 3.
ZOTAC ZBOX • Realtek PCIE network Driver • Atheros Wireless driver Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the ZOTAC ZBOX. 3. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch. 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the drivers. 5. Restart the system. Using your ZOTAC ZBOX Configuring wireless connection To connect to a wireless network, follow the instructions below: 1.
ZOTAC ZBOX Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 16 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.
