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  • Page 2 ZOTAC. Products and corporate names mentioned in this manual may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for identification purposes only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connecting a S/PDIF cable ------------------------------------------------------------------ 16 Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano ---------------------------------------------------------- 17 Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano --------------------------------------------------------- 19 Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a LCD monitor ---------------------------------- 19 Installing drivers and software --------------------------------------------------------------- 21 Installing an operating system -------------------------------------------------------------- 21...

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Product specifications Product Dimensions • 127mm x 127mm x 45mm Onboard CPU • 4th Gen Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Processor Onboard graphics • Intel HD Graphics 4400 • HDMI & DP output Memory support • One 204-pin DDR3L-1600/1333 SO-DIMM slot (1.35V) •...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 6: Welcome

    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 •...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Zotac Zbox Nano

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano 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...

  • Page 8: Rear View

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Rear view 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.

  • Page 9: Bios Settings Of Specific Functions

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano BIOS settings of specific functions The ZOTAC ZBOX nano has specific functions that can be enabled or disabled in the BIOS settings such as LED indicator, and integrated IR receiver. How to disable the ring LED indicator Turn on the ZBOX nano mini-PC, then press <Delete>...

  • Page 10: How To Disable Integrated Ir Receiver

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Press <Enter> and select Turn Off. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit. The PC will reboo How to disable integrated IR receiver Use the arrow keys to navigate to Features > OnBoard Device Control, and...
  • Page 11 ZOTAC ZBOX nano Enter CIR Controller and select Disabled. Enabled: enable the internal IR receiver (default) Disabled: disable the internal IR receiver Press F10 to save the configuration and exit.

  • Page 12: Customizing The Zotac Zbox Nano

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX nano. 1. Remove the four screws securing the bottom cover into place. 2. Locate side with engraving that says “Pull Upward.” Pull upward on the cover...

  • Page 13: Installing A Memory Module

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Installing a memory module 1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slot and insert a SO-DIMM memory module into the slot at a 45 degree angle. 2. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms...

  • Page 14: Installing A Hard Disk

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Installing a hard disk 1. Locate the hard disk bracket, remove the 2 screws, and remove the hard disk bracket as shown in the image below. 2. Install the hard disk bracket onto a 2.5-inch SATA hard disk with 2 screws.

  • Page 15: Installing Msata Ssd Modules

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano 4. Reinstall the screws for the hard disk bracket. Installing mSATA SSD modules 1. Install the HDD bracket on the nanoRAID adapter with two screws.
  • Page 16 ZOTAC ZBOX nano 2. Insert an mSATA SSD into the slot at a 45 degree angle. 3. Gently press down on the mSATA SSD with one finger and ensure that the mSATA SSD is installed completely. 4. Insert the mSATA SSD bracket into the HDD slot at a 45 degree angle.

  • Page 17: Connecting A S/Pdif Cable

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Connecting a S/PDIF cable 1. Connect the S/PDIF cable to the mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter. 2. Locate the front panel and connect the mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter to the headphone / mini-Optical S/PDIF jack.

  • Page 18: Setting Up The Zotac Zbox Nano

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano Please connect your peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano. 1. Connecting a DisplayPort display Connect the DisplayPort connector to the DP port. 2. Connecting USB 3.0 device Connect USB 3.0 devices such as external hard drives, SSDs and flash drives to the USB 3.0 port.
  • Page 19 7. Connecting an eSATA device Connect the eSATA cable to the eSATA port. Note: When your ZOTAC ZBOX nano is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to conserve power.

  • Page 20: Positioning The Zotac Zbox Nano

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano • Do not position the ZOTAC ZBOX nano where the ventilation holes are covered. To guarantee proper use, leave 4 inches (10 cm) of spacing in front of the ventilation holes. • ZOTAC ZBOX nano mini-PC systems provide ample connectivity in a tiny form factor, please choose connectors and cables in appropriate sizes to avoid interference.
  • Page 21 ZOTAC ZBOX nano Connect the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to your LCD monitor with an HDMI/DP cable.

  • Page 22: Installing Drivers And Software

    5. Install system drivers to gain full functionality of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano hardware and features. Installing system drivers Before you can use the full features of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano, the system drivers must be installed. The following types of operating systems are supported by the ZOTAC ZBOX nano driver DVD: •...

  • Page 23: Using Your Zotac Zbox Nano

    Follow the onscreen instructions for the selected driver to install. Restart the system. Using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano Configuring wireless connection Please follow the instructions below to connect to a wireless network: Double-click the wireless network icon (pic) in the notification area.

  • Page 24: Using A Dynamic Ip (Pppoe Connection)

    Note: Contact your internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network. Configuring audio output via an HDMI device Follow the steps below to enable audio output via HDMI when connecting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a TV or receiver via HDMI. Access the Sound settings via the system Control Panel.

  • Page 25: Zotac Nanoraid User Manual

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano ZOTAC nanoRAID User Manual Users can configure nanoRAID by legacy mode and uEFI mode. Please follow the instructions below to set the nanoRAID. Legacy mode Setting up the BIOS Setting your computer, then press <Delete> to enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY.

  • Page 26: Entering The Raid Bios Utility

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Entering the RAID BIOS utility During POST, press <Ctrl-I> to enter the Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu. The main Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology RAID BIOS menu appears. Use the arrow keys to move the color bar and navigate through the items.

  • Page 27: Deleting A Raid Array

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Note: The Select Disks item is only selectable when two drives are installed in the ZBOX. Users can select the drives to include in the RAID array in this sub-menu. Please note that selected disks will be formated and lose all data.

  • Page 28: Uefi Mode

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano uEFI mode Turn on the ZBOX, then press <Delete> to enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Use the arrow key to select Boot menu. When enter the Boot menu, select the item “Boot OS Selection”. Enter Boot OS Selection, and select “uEFI Win8” or “uEFI Win7”.

  • Page 29: Creating A Raid Array

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Creating a RAID array Press F10 to save the configuration and exit. The PC reboots, and press <Delete> to enter BIOS SETUP UTILITY. Use the arrow key to select Features menu, and enter the item “Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology”.

  • Page 30: Deleting A Raid Array

    ZOTAC ZBOX nano Select Disks. Deleting a RAID array At the Create RAID Volume menu, enter the item Create Volume. Select the item “Delete”.
  • Page 31 ZOTAC ZBOX nano Select “Yes” to delete the RAID volue, or “No” to cancel.
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