Zotac ZBOX NANO XS user manual

ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

User’s Manual

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

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 XS-------------------------------------------- 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 USB2.0 charge (for S3/S4/S5 status) --------------------------------- 10
How to disable CIR controller (for internal IR receiver) ------------------------------- 11

Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS -------------------------------------------------- 12

Installing a memory module ----------------------------------------------------------------- 13

Installing an mSATA --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Connecting a SPDIF cable ------------------------------------------------------------------ 15

Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS ------------------------------------------------------ 16
Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS ---------------------------------------------------- 17

Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS to a LCD monitor ----------------------------- 17
IR receiver --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18
Remote control (optional) -------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Function keys ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
Lithium cell installation -------------------------------------------------------------------- 20

Installing drivers and software --------------------------------------------------------------- 21

Installing an operating system -------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Installing system drivers ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS ---------------------------------------------------------- 22

Conguring wireless connection ----------------------------------------------------------- 22
Conguring wired connection --------------------------------------------------------------- 22

Using a static IP ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) -------------------------------------------- 23
Conguring audio output via an HDMI device ------------------------------------------ 23

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Product specications

Chipset

• AMD Hudson M3L

Product Dimensions

• 106mm x 106mm x 37mm

Onboard CPU

• AMD E2-1800 (dual core, 1.7GHz)

Onboard graphics

• AMD Radeon HD7340, DirectX11

• Support HDMI (1920x1200 resolution) output

• Support AMD UVD3.0

Memory support

• One 204-pin DDR3-1333 SO-DIMM slot

• Up to 8 GB of memory

USB ports

• Two USB 2.0 ports & two USB 3.0 ports

Storage support

• SATA one mSATA 6.0 Gb/s transfer rates

• One combo eSATA / USB2.0 port

Network support

• Gigabit (10/100/1000Mbps) LAN

• IEEE 802.3 compatible

WiFi support

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

• High speed wireless connection up to 150 Mbps

Audio

• 2-channel high-denition audio

• Jack-sensing compatible

Operating System support

• Windows 7 32bit/64bit and Windows 8 32bit/64bit

IR receiver

• Support carrier frequencies 36k Hz

• Compliant with Windows 7

ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

Safety information

Your ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS 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 XS

Welcome

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

Package contents

• 1 x ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS mini-PC

• 1 x ZOTAC VESA mount

• 4 x Mount screws

• 1 x AC Adapter

• 1 x Power Cord

• 1 x External USB IR receiver

• 1 x Remote Control

• 2 x CR2032 Lithium Cells

• 1 x Headphone/SPDIF adapter

• 1 x USB WiFi module

• 1 x User Manual

• 1 x Quick Start Guide

• 1 x Support DVD

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ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

Front view

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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. IR receiver

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

3. Memory card slot

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

4. Combo eSATA / USB2.0 port

The combo eSATA USB2.0 port is compatible with eSATA devices such as external
hard drives and Blu-ray drives, and USB2.0 devices.

5. Headphone/SPDIF jack

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

signal to amplied speakers or headphones. It also supports SPDIF output with

the headphone/SPDIF adapter included in the package. The optical SPDIF output
enables connecting the ZBOX nano XS to digital audio receivers and speakers for
crystal clear digital audio and surround sound from compatible soundtracks.

6. Microphone jack

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

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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

ZOTAC ZBOX nano XS

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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. USB3.0 ports

The USB3.0 ports support the SuperSpeed USB3.0 devices and are backwards
compatible with USB2.0/1.1 devices. Use the ports for USB3.0 devices for maximum
performance with USB3.0 compatible devices.

4. 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.

5. USB2.0 ports

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports are compatible with USB2.0 devices such
as keyboards, mice, cameras and hard disk drives.

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