Asus Z5 User Manual

Z5 Zero Client

User Guide

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E7022

First Edition

April 2012

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including the products and software described in it.

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Contents

Notices .......................................................................................................... v

Safety information ...................................................................................... vi

About this guide ....................................................................................... viii

Chapter 1: Product introduction

1.1 Package contents ......................................................................... 1-2

1.2 Z5Zeroclientspecicationssummary ......................................

1.3 Knowing your Z5 Zero Client ......................................................

1.3.1 Front panel ......................................................................

1.3.2 Rear panel ......................................................................

1.3.3 LED indications ...............................................................

Chapter 2: Hardware setup

2.1 Installing the stand ...................................................................... 2-2

2.2 Installing the Z5 Zero Client to a monitor ..................................

2.3 Connecting a display ...................................................................

2.3.1 Connecting an LCD monitor ............................................

2.3.2 Connecting an HDMI monitor ..........................................

2.4 Connecting USB devices .............................................................

2.5 Connecting to a network device .................................................

2.5.1 Connecting to a router ....................................................

2.5.2 Connecting to a network switch ......................................

2.6 Turning on the system .................................................................

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1-5
1-6

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2-3

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2-4

2-5

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Chapter 3: Driver installation

3.1 Installing the drivers .................................................................... 3-2

3.1.1 Using the ASUS InstAll Client support ............................

3.1.2 Installing the drivers manually .........................................

3-2
3-3

Chapter 4: Client-server setup

4.1 Managing your client-server setup ............................................. 4-2

4.1.1 Installing the Windows

4.1.2 Setting up your client-server system ...............................

®

Multipoint server ........................ 4-2

4-3

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Contents

4.2 Running the Windows® MultiPoint Server OS ........................... 4-6

4.2.1 Logging in to the MultiPoint Manager .............................

4.2.2 Knowing the Windows

interface ........................................................................................

4.3 Knowing your network stations ................................................

Appendices

ASUS Z5 Zero client solution ..................................................................A-1

Suggested conguration table........................................................A-1

Suggested host server conguration table .....................................A-2

ASUS contact information .......................................................................A-3

®

MultiPoint Manager user

4-6

4-7

4-11

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

•

This device may not cause harmful interference, and

•

This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is

no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•

Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

•

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes

or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical Safety

• Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for
the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged.

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the

electrical outlet before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing any additional devices to or from the system, contact

a qualied service technician or your dealer. Ensure that the power cables for

the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible,
disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you service.

• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied

service technician or your dealer.

Operation Safety

• Servicing of this product or units is to be performed by trained service
personnel only.

• Before operating the server, carefully read all the manuals included with the
server package.

• Before using the server, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the
power cables are not damaged. If any damage is detected, contact your dealer
as soon as possible.

• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Place the server on a stable
surface.

This product is equipped with a three-wire power cable and plug for the user’s
safety. Use the power cable with a properly grounded electrical outlet to avoid
electrical shock.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction

of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our
products at ASUS website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services

ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest
standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you
to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well
as the packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm
for detailed recycling information in different regions.

DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been
designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the
crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic
equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for
disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste.
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not
be placed in municipal waste.

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About this guide

Audience

This user guide is intended for system integrators, and experienced users with at

least basic knowledge of conguring a server.

Contents

This guide contains the following parts:

1. Chapter 1: Product Introduction

This chapter describes the general features of the Z5 Zero Client, including

sections on front panel and rear panel specications.

2. Chapter 2: Hardware setup

This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform
when installing the system components.

3. Chapter 3: Driver information

This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for
different system components.

4. Chapter 4: Client setup

This chapter tells how to setup and deploy your Z5 Zero Client. Detailed
descriptions of the connections are also provided.

Conventions

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.

DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when

trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when

trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Typography

Bold text

Italics

<Key> Keys enclosed in the less-than and greater-than
sign means that you must press the enclosed key.

Example: <Enter> means that you must press
the Enter or Return key.

Indicates a menu or an item to select.

Used to emphasize a word or a phrase.

References

Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and
software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS
hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.

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Chapter 1

This chapter describes the general
features of the Z5 Zero Client,
including the front panel and rear panel

specications.

ASUS Z5 Zero Client

Product introduction

1.1 Package contents

User Manual

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Z5 Zero Client Stand Power adapter and power plug

VESA mount and screw pack

User Manual Support DVD

Keyboard (optional) Mouse (optional)

• If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper
use within the warranty period, please visit the ASUS Service Center for
repair or replacement of the defective components.

• If any of the components is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

• The accessories may vary in your country of purchase.

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1.2 Z5Zeroclientspecicationssummary

VGA

IO ports

Accessories

Dimension

Environment

Server OS support

Supports up to 1920*1200 (HDMI) / 2048*1152 (VGA)
DDR2 512 MB video memory
1 x HDMI port

1 x VGA port

3 x USB 2.0 ports

- 1 x USB 2.0 port at the front panel

- 2 x USB 2.0 ports at the rear panel

1 x LAN (RJ-45) port
1 x MIC-in port

1 x Headphone port

1 x VESA mount
1 x Power (AC) adapter
1 x Power plug
1 x stand

Without stand: 140mm x 153mm x 28mm (width x height x depth)

With stand: 140mm x 176.3mm x 70mm (width x height x depth)
Operating temperature: 0oC - 35oC

Humidity: 20% - 85% RH (non-condensing)

Non-operating temperature: -40oC - 60oC

Non-operating humidity: 20% - 95% (non-condensing)

Windows® Multipoint Server 2011

1. Use the same type of keyboard and mouse for the host server (i.e.
both USB keyboard and mouse, both PS/2 keyboard and mouse).
Do not use a USB keyboard with a PS/2 mouse or vice versa.

2. When the host server is using a USB keyboard and mouse and if it
is logged-in as a multipoint station, connect a USB audio device
(e.g. speaker) for audio support.

All specications are subject to change without notice.

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1.3 Knowing your Z5 Zero Client

1.3.1 Front panel

LED indicator

Power button

Headphone/Audio Out jack

MIC-in port

USB port

Restore button

To restore the system to its default setting, insert a blunt object to press the restore

button for ve seconds, or until the Power LED turns to orange.

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1.3.2 Rear panel

HDMI port

D-Sub (VGA) port

2 *USB 2.0 ports

LAN port

Power input
(+5V 2A, 10W)

Kensington® anti-theft lock slot

The USB ports support one USB keyboard, one USB mouse, and one 500mA USB

device (2.5” USB HDD).The Z5 Zero Client’s USB ports do not support a USB hub.

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