Asus PN80 User manual

Mini PC
PN80
User Manual

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First Edition
February 2022
CA18080

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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
Left view...................................................................................................................................12
Rear view..................................................................................................................................13
Using your Mini PC
Getting started .......................................................................................................................18
Connect the power cable to your Mini PC...................................................................18
Connect a display panel to your device........................................................................20
Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse.....................................................23
Turn on your Mini PC ...........................................................................................................24
Turning your Mini PC o .....................................................................................................25
Conguring sleep mode .....................................................................................................25
Entering the BIOS Setup......................................................................................................25
Load default BIOS settings.................................................................................................26
Upgrading your Mini PC
Removing the bottom cover .............................................................................................28
Replacing the bottom cover..............................................................................................31
Installing memory modules...............................................................................................34
Installing 2.5” HDD or SSD ..................................................................................................35
Installing the M.2 SSD ..........................................................................................................37
Installing the wireless card.................................................................................................39
TPM
About the TPM........................................................................................................................42

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Appendix
Safety information.................................................................................................................44
Setting up your system.......................................................................................................44
Care during use......................................................................................................................44
Regulatory notices ................................................................................................................46

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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.
Chapter 4: TPM
This chapter provides you with information on the TPM options.
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:
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.
ASUS Mini PC PN Series
Power cord* Technical documentations

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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.
Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader enables your Mini PC to
read and write data to and from Micro SD cards.
Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack
This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones. You can also use this port to connect your
headset or an external microphone.
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.

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USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®port
This USB Type-C® (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a
transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s.
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.

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Left 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.

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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 input
Insert the power cord into this port to supply power to
your Mini PC.
Congurable port
This port varies between models and consists of the
following port options:
LAN port
The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard
Ethernet cable for 10/100/1000/2500Mbps
connection to a local network.
Rear view

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VGA port
This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to
an external display.
NOTE: When using only this port as
a display output source, this port will
support a resolution of up to 1920 x
1200 @60Hz. The resolution may also be
aected by the cabling and output device.
DisplayPort
This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to
an external display.
NOTE: When using only this port as
a display output source, this port will
support a resolution of up to 3840 x
2160 @60Hz. The resolution may also be
aected by the cabling and output device.
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.
NOTE: When using only this port as
a display output source, this port will
support a resolution of up to 4096 x
2160 @60Hz. The resolution may also be
aected by the cabling and output device.
Serial (COM) connector
The 9-pin serial (COM) connector allows you to
connect devices that have serial ports such as
mouse, modem, or printers.

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Microphone input jack port
The microphone input jack port is used to connect your
Mini PC to an external microphone.
Headphone jack
This port allows you to connect amplied speakers or
headphones.
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.
NOTE: When using only this port as a display
output source, this port will support a resolution
of up to 7680 x 4320 @60Hz. The resolution may
also be aected by the cabling and output device.
Thunderbolt™4 port
This Thunderbolt™ 4 port provides the following:
• Transfer rate of up to 40 Gbit/s for Thunderbolt™ 4
devices.
• Transfer rate of up to 10 Gbit/s for USB 3.2 Gen 2
devices.
• Supports DisplayPort 1.4.
• USB power delivery with a maximum of 5V / 3A
output.
NOTE: When using only this port as a display
output source, this port will support a resolution
of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz. The resolution may
also be aected by the cabling and output device.

Torx®T5 screw hole
This screw hole is reserved for the bundled Torx®T5
screw. The Torx®T5 screw comes pre-installed for added
security, preventing other people from opening the Mini
PC.
NOTE:
• Installation of the Torx® T5 screw is optional
and not installing this screw will not aect
the stability of the outer chassis.
• Use a Torx® T5 screwdriver to install/remove
the Torx® T5 screw.
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.
LAN port
The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for 10/100/1000/2500Mbps connection to a local
network.

2
Using your Mini PC

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Getting started
Connect the power cable to your Mini PC
To connect the power cable to your Mini PC:
A. Connect the bundled power cable into your Mini PC’s power input.
B. Plug the bundled power cable into a 100V~240V power source.
IMPORTANT!
• We strongly recommend that you use only the power cable that
came with your Mini PC.
• We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket
while using your Mini PC.
• The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Mini
PC.
• To disconnect your Mini PC from its main power supply, unplug
your Mini PC from the power socket.

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NOTE:
Please refer to the following for more information on power rating:
Power rating
• Input voltage: 100-240 Vac
• Input frequency: 50-60 Hz
• Rating output current: 1.5 A

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Connect a display panel to your device
You can connect a display panel or projector to your device that has the
following connectors:
• VGA connector
• DisplayPort
• HDMI™ connector
• Thunderbolt™ 4 port
NOTE: These ports may vary per model.
To connect a display panel to your Mini PC:
Connect one end of a VGA, DisplayPort, HDMI™ or Thunderbolt™ 4 cable to
an external display, and the other end of the cable to your Mini PC’s VGA
port, DisplayPort, HDMI™ port, or Thunderbolt™ 4 port.
NOTE:
• Up to four display panels may be connected simultaneously,
depending on available display ports*.
• Using one of the ports listed below as the only display output
source will provide the following maximum resolution**:
- Thunderbolt™ 4 port
Supports a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz.
- HDMI™ port
Supports a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz.
- Congurable HDMI™ port
Supports a resolution of up to 7680 x 4320 @60Hz.
- Congurable VGA port
Supports a resolution of up to 1920 x 1200 @60Hz.
- Congurable DisplayPort port
Supports a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz.
* The ports may vary per model. Please refer to the Features section for the location of the ports.
** The maximum resolution may be aected by the cabling and output device.