Zotac ZBOX nano VDO1, ZBOX nano VDO1 PLUS User Manual

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano

ZOTAC ZBOX nano

User’s Manual

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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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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

BIOS settings of specic functions --------------------------------------------------------- 8

How to disable the ring LED indicator ---------------------------------------------------- 8
How to enable DeepSleep status ---------------------------------------------------------- 9
How to disable USB2.0 charge (for S3/S4 status) ------------------------------------- 10
How to enable CIR controller (for internal IR receiver) ------------------------------- 12

Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano ------------------------------------------------------- 14

Installing a memory module ----------------------------------------------------------------- 15

Installing a hard disk -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16

Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano ---------------------------------------------------------- 18
Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano --------------------------------------------------------- 20

Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a LCD monitor ---------------------------------- 20
IR receiver --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Remote control (optional) -------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Function keys ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Lithium cell installation -------------------------------------------------------------------- 23

Installing drivers and software --------------------------------------------------------------- 24

Installing an operating system -------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Installing system drivers ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano --------------------------------------------------------------- 25

Conguring wireless connection ----------------------------------------------------------- 25
Conguring wired connection --------------------------------------------------------------- 25

Using a static IP ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25
Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) -------------------------------------------- 26
Conguring audio output via an HDMI device ------------------------------------------ 26

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Product specications

Chipset

• VIA VX900H

Product Dimensions

• 127mm x 127mm x 45mm

Onboard CPU

• VIA Nano X2 U4025 (1.2 G/1066 MHz)

Internal graphics processor (IGP)

• VIA Chrome9 IGP

• DirectX 9.0 SM2.0, support HDTV (resolution: 1080i/720P)

Memory support

• One 204-pin SO-DIMM DDR3-1066

• Up to 4 GB of memory

USB ports

• Two USB 2.0 ports & two USB 3.0 ports

Storage support

• SATA 3.0 Gb/s transfer rates

• Supports one 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD (height limit: 9.5 mm)

• One eSATA port

Network support

• Gigabit (10/100/1000Mbps) LAN

• IEEE 802.3 compatible

WiFi/BT support

• Compliant with IEEE802.11b/g/n standard

• High speed wireless connection up to 150 Mbps

• Fully qualied Bluetooth v3.0

Audio

• 2-channel high-denition audio

• Jack-sensing compatible

Operating System support

• Microsoft Windows XP 32bit, Windows 7 32bit & 64bit

Green Function

• ACPI (Advanced Conguration and Power Interface) compatible

IR receiver

• Support carrier frequencies 36k Hz

• Compliant with Win 7

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Safety information

Your ZOTAC ZBOX is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for infor-

mation 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
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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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 User Manual

• 1 x Quick Start Guide

• 1 x Support DVD

• 1 x External USB IR receiver

• 1 x Remote Control

• 2 x CR2032 Lithium Cells

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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 HDD status indicator shows when the hard disk is transfering data.

3. WiFi status indicator

The WiFi status indicator shows when the WiFi is transfering data.

4. IR receiver

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

5. 6-in-1 Memory card slot

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

6. Headphone/Audio output jack

The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out

signal to analog headphones or amplied speakers.

7. 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 special design for easy upgrade, some connectors are placed upside down.

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Rear view

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Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system.

1. Power input (DC19V)

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack.
Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the mini-PC. To prevent damage
to the mini-PC, always use the supplied power adapter.

2. HDMI output

The HDMI (High Denition Multimedia Interface) output supports Full HD 1080p
displays such as an HDTV or monitor.

3. DisplayPort

DisplayPort supports both external (box-to-box) and internal (laptop LCD panel)
display connections.

4. USB 3.0 ports

The USB 3.0 ports support the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices and are backwards
compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 devices. Use the ports for USB 3.0 devices for
maximum performance with USB 3.0 compatible devices.

5. Safety lock

Connects to compatible Kensington Safety Lock.

6. Ethernet port

The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports standard Ethernet cable for connection to a

local area network (LAN) with speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps.

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. eSATA port

The external SATA port is compatible with e.SATA devices such as external hard
drives and Blu-ray drives.

9. WiFi antenna connector

The WiFi antenna connector supports WiFi antenna module.

10. Ventilation area

The ventilation area is designed for cooling.

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How to disable the ring LED indicator

1. Turn on the ZBOX nano mini-PC, then press <Delete> to enter the BIOS
SETUP UTILITY.

2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to the Advanced menu and select ACPI
Conguration.

3. Press <Enter> to display the ACPI Settings and navigate to Back light LED.

BIOS settings of specic functions

ZOTAC ZBOX nano has some specic functions which can be enabled or disabled in

BIOS settings, such as LED indicator, USB2.0 charge and CIR controller.