Zotac ZBOX nano User guide

ZOTAC ZBOX nano

ZOTAC ZBOX nano

User’s Manual

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regarding the accuracy of its contents, and reserves the right to make
changes without prior notice.

CAUTION:

Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries
should be recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in
accordance with local environmental regulations.

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Table of Contents

Product specications -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Safety information -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

Setting up your system ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Care during use -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

Welcome --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5

Package contents ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5

Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano ------------------------------------------------ 6

Front view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Rear view----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7

How to disable integrated IR receiver ------------------------------------------------------ 8
Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano ------------------------------------------------------- 9

Installing a memory module ----------------------------------------------------------------- 10

Installing a hard disk -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Connecting a S/PDIF cable ------------------------------------------------------------------ 13

Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano ---------------------------------------------------------- 14
Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano --------------------------------------------------------- 16

Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a LCD monitor ---------------------------------- 16

Installing drivers and software --------------------------------------------------------------- 18

Installing an operating system -------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Installing system drivers ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano --------------------------------------------------------------- 19

Conguring wireless connection ----------------------------------------------------------- 19
Conguring wired connection --------------------------------------------------------------- 19

Using a static IP ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) -------------------------------------------- 20
Conguring audio output via an HDMI device ------------------------------------------ 20

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Product specications

Product Dimensions

• 127mm x 127mm x 45mm

Onboard CPU

• Intel Core i3-4020Y (dual core, 3M Cache, 1.5 GHz)

• Intel Core i5-4210Y (dual core, 3M Cache, 1.9 GHz)

Onboard graphics

• Intel HD Graphics 4200

• HDMI 1.4a (3840x2160@30Hz, supports 4K display)

• DP (2560x1600@60Hz)

Memory support

• One 204-pin DDR3L-1600/1333 SO-DIMM slot (1.35V)

• Up to 8 GB of memory

USB ports

• Two USB 2.0 ports & four USB 3.0 ports

Storage support

• SATA 6.0 Gb/s transfer rates

• Supports one 2.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD (9.5mm max height)

• One eSATA port

Network support

• Gigabit (10/100/1000Mbps) LAN

• IEEE 802.3 compatible

WiFi/BT support

• Compliant with IEEE802.11ac standard

• High speed wireless connection up to 433 Mbps

• Fully qualied Bluetooth v4.0

Audio

• 2-channel high-denition audio

• Jack-sensing compatible

• Optical SPDIF

Operating System support

• Windows 7 & Windows 8

• 32-bit and 64-bit support

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Safety information

Your ZOTAC ZBOX nano 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. Never use the system

alone without the stand.

 Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings.

Make sure you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation. Never insert
objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.

 Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0℃ and 35℃.

If you use an extension cord, please use the UL listed cord and make sure that

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the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed its ampere rating.

Care during use

 Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
 Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
 When the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still ows. Always

unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning
the system.

 If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power

cord and contact a qualied service technician or your retailer.

¾ The power cord or plug is damaged.
¾ Liquid has been spilled into the system.
¾ The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.
¾ The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
¾ The system performance changes.

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano mini-PC. The following
illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX nano. Please contact
your retailer If any of the below items are damaged or missed.

Package contents

• 1 x ZOTAC ZBOX nano mini-PC

• 1 x ZOTAC VESA mount

• 4 x Mount screws

• 1 x AC Adapter

• 1 x Power Cord

• 1 x Headphone/SPDIF adapter

• 1 x WiFi antenna

• 1 x User Manual

• 1 x Quick Start Guide

• 1 x Support DVD

• 1 x USB Flash drive with OS drivers (optional)

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Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Front view

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. HDD status indicator

The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written onto or read from the hard
disk drive

3. WiFi status indicator

The WiFi LED blinks when data is being transfered over WiFi.

4. IR receiver

The IR receiver is used to receive signals from the IR remote control.

5. Memory card slot

The built-in memory card reader reads and writes SD/SDHC/SDXC cards used in
devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones and PDAs.

6. Headphone / mini-Optical S/PDIF jack

The headphone / mini-Optical SPDIF jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the

system’s audio output to amplied speakers or headphones. It supports mini-

Optical S/PDIF output with the included mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter. The optical
S/PDIF output enables connectivity with digital audio receivers and speakers for
crystal clear digital audio and surround sound from compatible soundtracks.

7. USB 2.0 ports

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB devices such as
keyboards, mice, cameras and hard disk drives.

8. Microphone jack

The microphone jack is designed to connect a microphone for video conferencing,
voice narrations or simple audio recordings.

Note 1: The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.

Note 2: Due to the unique tool-less customizable design, some connectors are placed upside down.

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