Asus VC65R, VC65 memory, and storage installation guide
Q10992
First Edition
November 2015
VivoMini memory, and 2.5” hard disk drive (HDD) / solid state drive (SSD) installation guide
YourVivoMini is available in three different models:
VC65 Series with 2 x HDD and 1 x ODD |
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IMPORTANT!
•It is recommended that you install or upgrade the memory modules, hard disk drive (HDD), and/or solid state drive (SSD), under professional supervision.Visit an ASUS service center for further assistance.
•Ensure that your hands are dry before proceeding with the rest of the installation process. Before installing any of the features in this guide, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
NOTE:
•*Actual product specifications and package contents may vary depending on the model type, country, or region.
•The illustrations in this guide are for reference only.The appearance may vary depending on model.
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Installing 2.5” HDDs/SSDs (HDD2L, HDD2R)
To install or upgrade additional HDDs/SSDs:
1.Followsteps1-4onpage2undertheInstalling 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section of this guide to remove the top cover of yourVivoMini.
2.Remove the six (6) screws from the upper HDD/SSD bracket and set them aside, then remove the bracket.
HDD2R
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3.Secure the HDDs/SSDs to the upper bracket using the bundled screws.
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Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive (HDD1L, HDD1R)
To install or upgrade the hard disk drives / solid state drives:
1.Turn off yourVivoMini then disconnect all cables and peripherals.
2.Place theVivoMini on a flat stable surface, with its top side facing up.
3.Remove the screw from the top cover lock latch and push the latch down (A and B), then slide the top cover towards the rear of yourVivoMini (C) until it is detached from the chassis.
4.Lift and remove the top cover (D) and set it aside.
5.Remove four (4) screws from the HDD/SSD bracket.
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4.Connect the cable to the HDD2L, HDD2R/ODD and PWR2 connectors in yourVivoMini.
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5.ConnectthecabletotheHDDs/SSDs,thenalignthebrackettoyourVivoMiniandsecure it with the previously removed screws.
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NOTE: Ensure to organize the cables to prevent any damage to yourVivoMini and to ensure the top cover can be replaced successfully.
6.Follow step 10 on page 5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section of this guide to replace the top cover of yourVivoMini.
6.(optional)To upgrade your HDD/SDD, first remove the four (4) screws on the bracket, then remove the bracket.
7.To install a new HDD/SSD, secure the HDD/SSD to the bracket using four (4) screws.
8.Connect the cable to the HDD1L, HDD1R and PWR1 connectors in yourVivoMini.
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9.Connect the cable to the HDD/SSD, then align the bracket to the HDD/SSD compartment of yourVivoMini and secure the bracket with the screws previously removed.
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•The availablility of the holder may vary depending on the model type, country, or region.
10.Replace the top cover (A) yourVivoMini and slide it towards the front of theVivoMini to re-attach (B), then push the latch up and secure it using a screw (C and D).
Installing or upgrading memory modules
YourVivoMini comes with two SO-DIMM memory slots that allow you to install two 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB unbuffered non-ECC 1.35V DDR3L 204-pin SO-DIMMs for a maximum of 16GB memory.
IMPORTANT! Refer to http://www.asus.com for the list of compatible DIMMs.You can only install 1.35V DDR3L SO-DIMM to theVivoMini’s DIMM slots.
To install or upgrade the memory modules:
1.Follow steps 1-4 on page 2 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section of this guide to remove the top cover of yourVivoMini.
2.Remove four screws from the HDD1L bracket and remove the bracket.
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3.Pry the SO-DIMM slot cover open, then set it aside.
NOTE: If you want to remove the SO-DIMM slot cover, use a flathead screwdriver.
4.Align and insert the memory module into the slot (A) and press it down (B) until it is securely seated in place. Repeat the same steps to install the other memory module.
IMPORTANT! Always install into the lower slot first.
5.Replace the SO-DIMM slot cover.
6.Align the HDD1L bracket and secure it using the screws removed previously.
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NOTE: Ensure to organize the cables to prevent any damage to yourVivoMini and to ensure the top cover can be replaced successfully.
7.Follow step 10 on page 5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the top cover of yourVivoMini.
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10.VivoMini A VivoMiniB C D
2.5” / HDD2L, HDD2R
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1.2 2.5” / 1-4 VivoMini
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•HDD SSD ASUS
• 気防止対策として、取り付け作業の際は、接地処理されたリストストラップを 使用する、または安全に接地処理した物や金属に触れてから行ってください。
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4.VivoMini HDD2L HDD2R/ODD PWR2
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VivoMini SO-DIMM 2GB 4GB 8GB |
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