Asus VivoMini UN68U User manual

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First Edition
September 2017
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Contents
About this manual ............................................................................................. 4
Conventions used in this manual ............................................................... 4
Typography......................................................................................................... 4
Package contents............................................................................................... 5
Getting to know your VivoMini
Features ................................................................................................................. 8
Front panel.......................................................................................................... 8
Left panel............................................................................................................. 9
Right panel.......................................................................................................... 9
Rear panel .........................................................................................................10
Using your VivoMini
Getting started..................................................................................................14
Connecting the AC power adapter ..........................................................14
Connecting a display panel ........................................................................16
Connecting USB keyboard or mouse ......................................................17
Turning on your VivoMini ............................................................................17
Turning off your VivoMini..............................................................................18
Putting your VivoMini to sleep....................................................................18
Entering the BIOS Setup ................................................................................18
Quickly enter the BIOS..................................................................................18
Upgrading your VivoMini
Upgrading memory modules......................................................................20
Installing or upgrading the M.2 SSD .........................................................26
Installing or upgrading the wireless card................................................29
Installing the 2.5”HDD ...................................................................................32
Appendix
Safety information ...........................................................................................36
Setting up your system.................................................................................36
Care during use...............................................................................................37
Regulatory notices...........................................................................................38
ASUS contact information ............................................................................42

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About this manual
This manual provides information about the hardware and software
features of your VivoMini, organized through the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Getting to know your VivoMini
This chapter details the hardware components of your VivoMini.
Chapter 2: Using your VivoMini
This chapter provides you with information on using your
VivoMini.
Chapter 3: Memory upgrade
This chapter provides you with information on how to install
new memory modules to your VivoMini.
Appendix
This section includes notices and safety statements for your
VivoMini.
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 VivoMini'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
NOTE:
• *Actualproductspecicationsandpackagecontentsmay
vary depending on the model type, country, or region.
• Ifthedeviceoranyofitscomponentsfailormalfunction
during normal or proper use and it is still within the warranty
period, bring the device and the warranty card to you
nearest ASUS Service Center.
Your VivoMini package contains the following items:
VivoMini
Powercable*
Technical documentations ACpoweradapter*

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Getting to know your VivoMini

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Features
Front panel
Drive activity indicator
This indicator lights up when your VivoMini is accessing the
internal storage drive.
Power button
The power button allows you to turn the VivoMini on or
o. You can also press the power button once to put your
VivoMini to sleep mode.
USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports
This USB 3.1 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) port provides a
maximum of 1.5A output current, transfer rate of up to 10
Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. The icon
indicates this port’s USB Charger+ feature which allows you
to quick-charge mobile devices.

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Left panel
Right panel
Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader enables your VivoMini
to read and write data to and from MMC/SD/SDHC/SDXC
cards.
Kensington® security slot
The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your
VivoMini using Kensington® compatible security products.
NOTE: The position for this slot may vary per model.

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Air vents
The air vents allow warm air to exit your VivoMini chassis.
NOTE: The air vents found on the bottom side of
your VivoMini allow cool air to enter your device. It is
recommended that you place your VivoMini on a at
stable surface for optimum air ventilation.
IMPORTANT! For optimum heat dissipation and air
ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from
obstructions.
Power input (DC 19V)
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC
power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this
jack supplies power to the VivoMini. To prevent damage to
the VivoMini, always use the bundled 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.
Rear panel

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HDMI port
The HDMI (High Denition Multimedia Interface) port
supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to
allow viewing on a larger external display.
DisplayPort
The DisplayPort sends high-performance digital output
from your VivoMini to a display device such as an LCD TV
or HD monitor.
USB 3.1 Gen1 port
This USB 3.1 Gen1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a
transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible
to USB 2.0.
LAN port
The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet
cable for connection to a local network.
Headphone output/microphone input combo jack
port
This port allows you to connect your VivoMini to amplied
speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to
connect your VivoMini to an external microphone.
NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor
3.5mm microphone.

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Using your VivoMini

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Getting started
Connecting the AC power adapter
To connect the AC power adapter to your VivoMini:
A. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
B. Connect the DC power connector into your VivoMini’s power
(DC) input port.
C. Plug the AC power cord into a 100 V~240 V power source.
NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance depending on the
model or region.

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NOTE:
Power adapter information:
• Inputvoltage:100Vac-240Vac
• Inputfrequency:50Hz-60Hz
• Ratingoutputcurrent:3.42A(65W)
• Ratingoutputvoltage:19V
IMPORTANT!
• WestronglyrecommendthatyouuseonlytheACpower
adapter and cable that came with your VivoMini.
• Westronglyrecommendthatyouuseagroundedwall
socket while using your VivoMini.
• Thesocketoutletmustbeeasilyaccessibleandnearyour
VivoMini.
• TodisconnectyourVivoMinifromitsmainpowersupply,
unplug your VivoMini from the power socket.

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Connecting a display panel
You can connect a display panel or projector to your VivoMini that
has the following connectors:
• HDMIconnector
• DisplayPortconnector
To connect a display panel to your VivoMini:
Connect a display cable either to the HDMI or DisplayPort.
Connecting display via HDMI port
Connecting display via DisplayPort

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Connecting USB keyboard or mouse
You can connect generally any USB keyboard and mouse to your
VivoMini. You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard
and mouse set.
To connect a keyboard and mouse to your VivoMini:
Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any of the
USB ports of your VivoMini.
Turning on your VivoMini
Press the power button to turn on your VivoMini.

Turning off your VivoMini
If your VivoMini is unresponsive, press and hold the power button
for at least four (4) seconds until your VivoMini turns o.
Putting your VivoMini to sleep
To put your VivoMini on Sleep mode, press the Power button once.
Quickly enter the BIOS
To quickly enter the BIOS:
• Pressthepowerbuttonforatleastfour(4)secondstoshutdown
your VivoMini, then press the power button again to turn your
VivoMini back on, then press <F2> or <Del> during POST.
• WhenyourVivoMiniiso,disconnectthepowercordfromyour
VivoMini’s power connector. Reconnect the power cable and
press the power button to turn on your VivoMini. Press <F2> or
<Del> during POST.
NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of software controlled
diagnostic tests that run when you turn on your PC.
Entering the BIOS Setup
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware
settings that are needed for system startup in the VivoMini.
In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most
conditions to ensure optimal performance. Do not change the
default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances:
• Anerrormessageappearsonthescreenduringthesystem
bootup and requests you to run the BIOS Setup.
• Youhaveinstalledanewsystemcomponentthatrequiresfurther
BIOS settings or update.
WARNING! Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability
or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS
settings only with the help of a trained service personnel.

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Upgrading your VivoMini

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Your VivoMini comes with two SO-DIMM memory slots that allow
youtoinstalltwo2GB,4GB,8GB,or16GBDDR4SO-DIMMsfora
maximum of 32 GB memory.
IMPORTANT!
• Itisrecommendedthatyoureplacethememorymodules
under professional supervision. Visit an ASUS service center
for further assistance.
• Refertohttp://www.asus.com for the list of compatible
DIMMs. You can only install DDR4 SO-DIMMs to the
VivoMini’s DIMM slots.
To install or upgrade the memory modules:
1. Turn o your VivoMini then disconnect all cables and
peripherals.
2. Place the VivoMini on a at stable surface, with its top side
facing down.
WARNING!
• Ensurethatyourhandsaredrybeforeproceedingwiththe
rest of the installation process.
• Beforeinstallingmemorymodules,useagroundedwrist
strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to
avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
Upgrading memory modules
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