ZALMAN HD160XT User Manual

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HD160XT

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◈ Please read this manual thoroughly before installation.

◈ Please visit our website and watch the HD160XT installation video to assist you in the

installation process.

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Congratulations on your purchase of Zalman’s HD160XT Home Theatre PC

Enclosure! You are now about to experience Zalman’s world of silent computing.

The HD160XT is designed for ultra quiet home theatre PC operation, utilizing

optimized ventilation and anti-vibration reinforcements, making it ideal for

environments that require silence such as living rooms, bedrooms, educational

facilities, and offices.

1. Cautionary Notes 3

2. Design Patent Information 3

3. Components 4

4. Front Panel Buttons & Functions 5

5. Features 6

6. Specifications 9

7. Installation Guide 10

8. Recommended Use 18

9. Trademarks and Copyright Notice 19

▣ Introduction

▣ Contents

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Cautionary Notes

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Design Patent Information

1) Avoid inserting hands or any objects into the system while the power is ON.

It may harm the user or cause product damage.

2) Do not separate, repair, or alter the product arbitrarily.

3) The manual MUST be referenced BEFORE connecting the cables.

Wrong connections may lead to short circuits and fires.

4) Always shut down the operating system and switch the POWER OFF before

disassembling.

5) The air vents on four sides of the unit must not be blocked.

6) Use in a flat, stable, and well ventilated area.

7) Keep this unit away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

8) Keep this unit away from places exposed to rain, oil, and humidity.

9) Do not place the product on its front panel to prevent possible damage to the

LCD surface.

10) To clean the LCD surface, unplug the power cord and use a smooth, dry cloth.

11) Do not clean the product surface with chemicals or wet cloth.

(Chemicals : industrial brighteners, wax, benzene, alcohol, thinners, mosquito

repellents, aromatics, lubricant, rinsing liquid etc.)

12) If this unit is to be transported a long distance, remove all HDDs

(Hard Disk Drive) for separate transport. And place the HD160 in its own box.

13) Do not drop or expose this unit to shock while it is in transit.

14) Check the condition of the unit and its components before installation.

If there is a problem with the unit and/or its components, please contact the

retailer for a replacement.

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Korea Design Application No. 06-0020894

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International design patent applications pending in the EU, USA, Japan,

and 30+ other countries.

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Disclaimer

Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due to external causes,

including but not limited to, improper use, problems with electrical power, accident,

neglect, alteration, repair, improper installation, or improper testing.

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Components

1) HD160XT Main Components

2) Case Parts

3) M-Play Parts

HDD Chassis

Top Cover

ODD Chassis

Main Chassis

20 HDD Bolts
(PH #6-32X10)

4 Power Supply Bolts
(PH #6-32X6)

18 ODD / Motherboard

Bolts(PWH M3X6)

2 micro ATX Standoffs (M3)

20 Dampers

1 ODD Aluminum Bezel

1 Clamp 1

1 User’s Manual

1 Remote Controller

2 Batteries (AAA)

1 Install CD

1 User’s Manual

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Front Panel Buttons & Functions

①

Remote Control Receiver

②

System Power Indicator

③

Power Button

④

LCD Power Indicator

LCD Settings - Menu

LCD Settings - Enter / Auto Adjust

LCD Settings - Cursor Control (Up/down)

⑤

Audio (Headphone, Mic) Port

IEEE1394 (Firewire) Port

USB Port

⑥

Card Reader Slot (MS/Pro/Duo, CF/Micro drive, MMC, SD,SM)

⑦

Keyboard Arrow Keys (Up/Down/Left/Right)

⑧

Enter / Multimedia Player (Windows XP MCE, M-Play) Launcher

⑨

Backspace / Previous

⑩

Volume Control / Mute

⑪

ODD Tray OPEN / Close

①
②

③

④
⑤

⑪

⑩
⑨

⑧
⑥

⑦

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Features

1) Optimized for High Performance Ultra Quiet HTPC Operation

A. Designed for High TDP Processors

Opening the Air Vent on the top of the case will facilitate

the inflow of cool air from the outside for cooling the CPU.

The 3 ultra quiet, high-capacity fans are designed for

the quick discharge of heated air.

B. Designed for High Performance Power Supplies

A Dedicated Air Vent allows cool air intake from outside the

enclosure directly into the power supply, minimizing its noise

level and facilitating the highest possible efficiency.

PSU Brackets are also provided to allow a stronger and

more stable PSU Installation.

C. Designed for Optimal Graphic Card Performance

An Air Vent near the VGA card reinforces its cooling for

optimal operation of the VGA card.

D. Designed to Maximize HDD and LCD Lifespan

Carefully positioned fans quickly release air heated by

the hard disks and LCD to maximize their life span.

E. Fan Speed Control Software for custom optimization

of cooling performance and ultra quiet operation.