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Installing a hard disk drive --------------------------------------------------------------------------------10 Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX nano ----------------------------------------------------------------------13 Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano -----------------------------------------------------------------------15 Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to an LCD monitor ---------------------------------------------15 Installing drivers and software -----------------------------------------------------------------------------17 Installing an operating system ----------------------------------------------------------------------------17 Installing system drivers -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------17...
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Safety information Your ZOTAC ZBOX nano is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for informa- tion technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you read the following safety instructions.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX nano. If any of the below items are damaged or missing, contact your retailer. Package contents •...
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano Front view 1. Power button The power button turns the mini-PC ON and OFF. 2. Power LED The Power LED is always ON when power is on. 3. SATA status LED The SATA LED blinks when data is being written onto or read from the SATA.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Rear view 1. WiFi antenna connector The WiFi antenna connector supports the included WiFi antenna. 2. Ethernet ports The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports standard Ethernet cable for connections to local area networks (LAN) with speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps.
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. Remove the bottom cover.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Installing a memory module 1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slots 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 of the...
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Installing a hard disk drive 1. Locate the hard disk bracket, remove the 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 drive /SSD with 2 screws.
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ZOTAC ZBOX nano 3. Insert the hard disk drive /SSD into the socket and gently slide into the connector. 4. Reinstall the screw for the hard disk bracket.
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ZOTAC ZBOX nano 5. If you use 9.5mm hard disk drive, please use the default sticked foil. Note: if you use 7mm hard drive or SSD, please stick one more thicker foil on the default foil.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX nano Please connect your peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano 1. Connecting the WiFi antenna Connect the WiFi antenna to the WiFi antenna connector. 2. Connecting to a network device Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other end to a network hub, switch or router.
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Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel and then press the power switch on the front panel to turn on the system. When your ZOTAC ZBOX nano is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to conserve power.
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.
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ZOTAC ZBOX nano Align the ZOTAC ZBOX nano mounting holes to the VESA mount attachment pegs. Attach the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to the VESA mount and gently press down to secure the ZBOX to the mount. Connect the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to your LCD monitor with an VGA/HDMI/DP cable.
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 USB flash drive: • Windows 10 64-bit...
• Bluetooth Driver • Intel Management Engine • Intel SerialIO • Intel GNA Driver Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch.
ZOTAC ZBOX nano Configuring audio output Follow the steps below to enable audio output when connecting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a TV or receiver via DP/HDMI adapter. Access the Sound settings via the system Control Panel. Under Playback devices, click the display device that corresponds with your audio compatible display.