Asus PB62 User manual

Mini PC
PB62
User Manual

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First Edition
April 2021
CA17861

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Contents
About this manual.................................................................................................................5
Conventions used in this manual....................................................................................6
Typography .............................................................................................................................6
Package contents ..................................................................................................................7
Getting to know your Mini PC
Features.....................................................................................................................................10
Front view ................................................................................................................................10
Rear view..................................................................................................................................12
Using your Mini PC
Getting started .......................................................................................................................16
Mounting your Mini PC on the stand.............................................................................16
Installing the front cover ....................................................................................................17
Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC........................................................18
Connect a display panel to your Mini PC......................................................................20
Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse.....................................................22
Turn on your Mini PC ...........................................................................................................23
Turning your Mini PC off .....................................................................................................24
Putting your Mini PC to sleep............................................................................................24
Entering the BIOS Setup......................................................................................................24
Load default BIOS settings.................................................................................................25
Upgrading your Mini PC
Removing the top cover......................................................................................................28
Replacing the top cover......................................................................................................29
Installing 2.5”HDD or SSD ..................................................................................................30
Installing top memory module.........................................................................................33
Installing the CPU ..................................................................................................................36

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Installing the M.2 SSD ..........................................................................................................39
Installing the wireless card.................................................................................................44
Installing an external button.............................................................................................45
Appendix
Safety information.................................................................................................................48
Setting up your system.......................................................................................................48
Care during use......................................................................................................................48
Regulatory notices ................................................................................................................50
ASUS contact information..................................................................................................55
Contents

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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software features
of your Mini PC, organized through the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Getting to know your Mini PC
This chapter details the hardware components of your Mini PC.
Chapter 2: Using your Mini PC
This chapter provides you with information on using your Mini PC.
Chapter 3: Upgrading your Mini PC
This chapter provides you with information on how to upgrade the
memory modules, wireless modules, and hard disk drive / solid state
drive of your Mini PC.
Appendix
This section includes notices and safety statements your Mini PC.

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Conventions used in this manual
To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as
follows:
IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be
followed to complete a task.
NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that
can help complete tasks.
WARNING! This message contains important information that must
be followed to keep you safe while performing certain tasks and
prevent damage to your Mini PC's data and components.
Typography
Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select.
Italic This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual.

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Package contents
Your Mini PC package contains the following items:
Mini PC
AC power adapter* Power cord*
Technical documents

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NOTE:
• *The bundled power adapter may vary by model and territories.
• Some bundled accessories may vary with dierent models.
For details on these accessories, refer to their respective user
manuals.
• The device illustration is for reference only. Actual product
specications may vary with models.
• If the device or its components fail or malfunction during
normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the
warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of
the defective components.

1
Getting to know your Mini PC

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Features
Front view
Air vents (intake vent)
The air vents allow cooler air to enter your Mini PC chassis.
IMPORTANT: For an optimum heat dissipation and
air ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free
from obstructions.
Power button
The power button allows you to turn the Mini PC on or o.
You can use the power button to put your Mini PC to sleep
mode or press it for four (4) seconds to force shutdown
your Mini PC.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®port
This USB Type-C® (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a
transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s.

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 port
The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a
transfer rate up to 10 Gbit/s.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 port
The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a
transfer rate up to 10 Gbit/s. These ports also support the
Battery Charging 1.2 technology that allows you to charge
your USB devices.
NOTE: This port provides a maximum of 5V / 1.5A
output.
Headphone/Headset jack
This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your
headset.
Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect to a
microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations,
or simple audio recordings.

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Rear view
Wireless antenna jack
The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna
to enhance wireless signal reception.
Air vents (exhaust vent)
The air vents allow your Mini PC chassis to expel hot air
out.
IMPORTANT! For optimum heat dissipation and air
ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from
obstructions.
CAUTION! Be careful of the hot air expelled at the
air vents as it may cause discomfort or injuries.
Punch-out port
Removing the metal cover allows you to install an external
power button or CLRTC button.

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Kensington® security slot
The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your PC
using Kensington® compatible security products.
Power input
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.
WARNING! The power adapter may become warm
to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and
keep it away from your body.
DisplayPort
This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to an
external display.
USB 3.2 Gen 1 port
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a
transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s.
USB 2.0 port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB
2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices,
ash disk drives, external HDDs, speakers, cameras and
printers.

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NOTE: This port may vary per model.
VGA port (on selected models)
This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to an
external display.
Serial (COM) connector
The 9-pin serial (COM) connector allows you to connect
devices that have serial ports such as mouse, modem, or
printers.
DisplayPort (on selected models)
This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to an
external display.
HDMI™ port
The HDMI™ (High Denition Multimedia Interface) port
supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to
allow viewing on a larger external display.
LAN port
The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for connection to a local network.
LAN port
The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for connection to a local network.

2
Using your Mini PC

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Getting started
stand screws
Mounting your Mini PC on the stand
To mount your Mini PC on the stand:
1. Locate the mounting holes at the bottom of your Mini PC.
2. Align the stand’s mounting hole with the mounting hole on your Mini
PC, then secure it in place with the stand screws.

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Installing the front cover
To install the front cover to your Mini PC:
1. Attach the front cover to the front of your Mini PC, ensuring the screw
holes are properly aligned.
2. Secure the front cover using the two (2) bundled screws.

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Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC
To connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC:
A. Connect the power cord to the AC power adapter.
B. Connect the DC power connector into your Mini PC’s power (DC)
input.
C. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source.
NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on
models and your region.

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NOTE:
The power adapter may vary between models and territories, please
refer to the following for more information on the dierent adapters:
90W Power adapter
• Input voltage: 100-240 Vac
• Input frequency: 50-60 Hz
• Rating output current: 4.62A (90.0W)
• Rating output voltage: 19.5V
120W Power adapter
• Input voltage: 100-240 Vac
• Input frequency: 50-60 Hz
• Rating output current: 6.32A or 6.0A (120.0W)
• Rating output voltage: 19.0V or 20.0V
150W Power adapter
• Input voltage: 100-240 Vac
• Input frequency: 50-60 Hz
• Rating output current: 7.5A (150.0W)
• Rating output voltage: 20.0V

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Connect a display panel to your Mini PC
You can connect a display panel or projector to your Mini PC that has the
following connectors:
• VGA connector
• DisplayPort
• HDMI connector
NOTE: These ports may vary per model.
To connect a display panel to your Mini PC:
Connect one end of a VGA, DisplayPort, or HDMI cable to an external display,
and the other end of the cable to your Mini PC’s VGA port, DisplayPort, or an
HDMI port.
Connect display via VGA port