Cybernet ZPC-GX31 User manual

ZPC-GX31
USER GUIDE

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FCC & CE COMPLIANCE
Federal Communication Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection. This equipment generates, uses, and can emit radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: Shielded cables must be used in order to comply with emission limits. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
©Copyright 2008
The information contained in this User Guide and all accompanying documentation is copyrighted
and all rights are reserved. This publication may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced,
transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, translated into any language or computer language, or
transmitted in any form whatsoever without the prior written consent from the manufacturer,
except for copies retained by the purchasers for their personal archival purposes. The
manufacturer reserves the right to revise this User Guide and all accompanying documentation
and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify any person or organization of the
revision or change.
All trademarks mentioned in this document are acknowledged.
The specifications in this guide are subject to change without notice.

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USING THIS GUIDE
This Guide is designed to help you build a reliable ZPC-GX31 computer based on the
ZPC-GX31 Intel-G31 Motherboard platform.
Chapter 1 – ZPC-GX31 Introduction
This chapter provides a checklist of the items that ship with the ZPC-GX31 unit and an
introduction to the external connectors and indicators.
Chapter 2 – System Overview
This chapter includes an introduction to system specifications, the Motherboard layout,
and chipset information as well as use of the external connectors.
Chapter 3 – Hardware Installation and Component Replacement
This chapter explains how to prepare a Bare Bone ZPC-GX31 for use and how to
make the various connections to other computer components and peripheral items. It
also instructs the end-user how to replace or upgrade components.
Chapter 4 – CMOS Setup Utility
This chapter explains how to use the system setup utility that is stored in the
ZPC-GX31's firmware.
Chapter 5 – Drivers and Utilities
This chapter briefly describes the drivers and utility programs that are packaged with
the ZPC-GX31.
Chapter 6 – Service and Support
Provides contact information for Technical Support and product services.
Chapter 7 – Appendix A
Pin definitions for Motherboard connectors and jumpers.

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Table of Contents
FCC & CE COMPLIANCE ..............................................................................................I
COPYRIGHT NOTICE.....................................................................................................I
USING THIS GUIDE .....................................................................................................III
CHAPTER 1–ZPC-GX31 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................III
CHAPTER 2–SYSTEM OVERVIEW ..................................................................................III
CHAPTER 3–HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND COMPONENT REPLACEMENT.........................III
CHAPTER 4–CMOS SETUP UTILITY..............................................................................III
CHAPTER 5–DRIVERS AND UTILITIES.............................................................................III
CHAPTER 6–SERVICE AND SUPPORT ............................................................................III
CHAPTER 7–APPENDIX A.............................................................................................III
1. ZPC-GX31 INTRODUCTION...............................................................................1
1.1 UNPACKING........................................................................................................1
1.2 THE INDICATOR PANEL AND CONTROL BUTTONS ....................................................2
1.3 THE OPTICAL DRIVE SIDE....................................................................................3
1.4 THE BACK PANEL................................................................................................3
1.5 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION OPTIONS......................................................................3
2. SYSTEM OVERVIEW..........................................................................................5
2.1 INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................5
2.2 SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................6
2.2.1 Hardware ..................................................................................................6
2.2.2 Power Management..................................................................................7
2.2.3 System Management................................................................................7
2.2.4 Software....................................................................................................7
2.2.5 Environment..............................................................................................7
2.3 BACK PANEL CONNECTORS .................................................................................8
2.3.1 Security Cable Lock Slot...........................................................................8
2.3.2 Parallel Port ..............................................................................................8
2.3.3 Serial Ports (COM1 & COM2)...................................................................9
2.3.4 DC-IN Connector ......................................................................................9
2.3.5 PS/2 Mouse Port.......................................................................................9
2.3.6 PS/2 Keyboard or POS Port......................................................................9
2.3.7 Universal Serial Bus Ports ........................................................................9
2.3.8 VGA Port.................................................................................................10
2.3.9 Audio Port Connectors............................................................................10
2.3.10 DVI Port...............................................................................................10
2.3.11 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) LAN Port ........................................................10

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3. HARDWARE INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT ..........................................11
3.1 BUILDING A BARE-BONE SYSTEM .......................................................................11
3.1.1 PHYSICAL ORIENTATION.....................................................................11
3.1.2 REMOVING THE KEYTOP (Opening the Computer) .............................12
3.2 MEMORY INSTALLATION.....................................................................................13
3.3 CPU AND CPU HEATSINK INSTALLATION ............................................................14
3.3.1 CPU Installation Procedure.....................................................................14
3.3.2 Removing the CPU and Heatsink ...........................................................15
3.4 INSTALLING PERIPHERAL DEVICES......................................................................16
3.4.1 Installing a SATA Hard Disk Drive ..........................................................16
3.4.2 Installing a Multimedia Device.................................................................18
3.4.3 Installing a Mini-PCI Card .......................................................................19
3.4.4 Installing a Mini PCIe Card......................................................................20
3.5 REMOVING THE KEYBOARD MATRIX &CONTROLLER PCB.....................................20
3.6 REPLACING THE SYSTEM FANS...........................................................................21
3.7 INSTALLING A REMOVABLE HARD DISK DRIVE ......................................................22
3.8 CLOSING THE SYSTEM.......................................................................................22
4. CMOS SETUP UTILITY ....................................................................................23
4.1 ENTERING SETUP .............................................................................................24
4.2 CONTROL KEY DEFINITIONS...............................................................................25
4.3 MAIN MENU HELP .............................................................................................25
4.4 CMOS SETUP UTILITY MAIN MENU....................................................................26
4.5 LOAD FAIL-SAFE DEFAULTS OPTION ...................................................................26
4.6 LOAD OPTIMIZED DEFAULTS OPTION...................................................................26
4.7 CHANGE [SET]PASSWORD ................................................................................27
4.8 CLEAR CMOS..................................................................................................27
5. DRIVERS AND UTILITIES................................................................................29
5.1 INTEL G31 CHIPSET DRIVERS ............................................................................29
5.2 EXTREME GRAPHICS 2VIDEO DRIVERS...............................................................29
5.3 LAN DRIVERS ..................................................................................................29
5.4 AUDIO DRIVERS................................................................................................29
5.5 TOUCHPAD DRIVERS .........................................................................................29
5.6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................30
6. SERVICE AND SUPPORT................................................................................31
6.1 TECHNICAL SUPPORT........................................................................................31
6.2 ONLINE SERVICES.............................................................................................31
7. APPENDIX A: PIN DEFINITIONS ..................................................................33
CONNECTORS ........................................................................................................33

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Table of Figures
FIGURE 1INDICATOR PANEL.............................................................................................2
FIGURE 2THE OPTICAL DRIVE SIDE..................................................................................3
FIGURE 3THE BACK PANEL .............................................................................................3
FIGURE 4BACK PANEL CONNECTORS ...............................................................................8
FIGURE 5SECURITY CABLE LOCK SLOT ♦PARALLEL PRINTER PORT...................................8
FIGURE 6SERIAL PORTS AND DC-IN CONNECTOR.............................................................9
FIGURE 7PS/2 MOUSE PORT ♦PS/2 KEYBOARD OR POSPORT ♦USB PORTS.................9
FIGURE 8VGA PORT ♦AUDIO DEVICE RCA JACKS .........................................................10
FIGURE 9DVI ♦GIGABIT ETHERNET (GBE) LAN PORT ...................................................10
FIGURE 10 INSTALLING MEMORY ....................................................................................13
FIGURE 11 CPU INSTALLATION ......................................................................................14
FIGURE 12 INSTALLING THE CPU HEATSINK ....................................................................15
FIGURE 13 INSTALLING THE HARD DISK DRIVE INTO MOUNTING FRAME ..............................16
FIGURE 14 INSTALLING THE HARD DISK DRIVE INTO THE BASE UNIT...................................17
FIGURE 15 INSTALLING A MULTIMEDIA DEVICE .................................................................18
FIGURE 16 INSERTING A MINI-PCI SLOT CARD..................................................................19
FIGURE 17 REMOVING THE KEYTOP MATRIX ....................................................................20
FIGURE 18 INSTALLING THE SYSTEM FANS.......................................................................21
FIGURE 19 INSTALLING A REMOVABLE HARD DISK DRIVE ..................................................22
FIGURE 20 CMOS SETUP UTILITY –MAIN MENU SCREEN ................................................24

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1. ZPC-GX31 Introduction
The ZPC-GX31 brings you the most cost efficient, space-saving computer and network
environment available today and gives you the power and performance of a full-size
desktop computer in the space of a standard-size PC keyboard.
This state-of-the-art Zero-Footprint-PC is fully compatible with the Intel®Core™2 Duo
and Core 2 Quad CPUs. It allows the installation of up to 4GB DDR2 667/800MHz
memory and one 3.5” Ultra SATA hard drive, one Optical Drive (CD-ROM,
CD-RW/DVD-ROM, DVD-RW), one mini PCI card as well as one mini PCIe card.
1.1 Unpacking
The ZPC-GX31 comes securely packed in a sturdy cardboard shipping carton. As
soon as you receive the computer, open the carton and carefully remove and inspect
the contents.
1. The ZPC-GX31
2. Quick Reference Guide
3. This User Guide on the Drivers CD
4. Drivers on CD-ROM disc
5. External AC 110/220V Power Adapter
6. Power Cord
NOTE: After removing the ZPC-GX31 from its plastic bag, inspect the
unit and the accessories. Contact your vendor immediately in the case
of missing or damaged parts.

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1.2 The Indicator Panel and Control Buttons
Figure 1 Indicator Panel
There are six LEDs on the ZPC-GX31 indicator panel as follows from left to right:
Num lock LED This LED indicates the on/off status of the Num lock key.
Caps lock LED This LED indicates the on/off status of the Caps lock key.
Scroll lock LED This LED indicates the on/off status of the Scroll lock key.
LAN link LED This LED will light to indicate good Ethernet cable connection.
LAN active LED This LED will light to indicate Ethernet data flow.
HDD LED This LED will light to indicate hard disk drive activity.
There are five Control Buttons on the ZPC-GX31 indicator panel as follows from left to
right:
LOG OFF Hotkey that launches the MS Windows logon screen prompt
FAV Hotkey that launches the Default Browser Favorites/Bookmarks
www Hotkey that launches the Default Internet Browser Application
MAIL Hotkey that launches the Default EMAIL Application
Power Button This Button powers the unit On/Off, & launches/recovers the
unit into/out of Suspend mode

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1.3 The Optical Drive Side
CLEAR CMOS to restore defaults RESTART computer
Open Jammed Optical Drive
Figure 2 The Optical Drive Side
NOTE: The unit does not ship with an Optical Drive unless ordered
as such.
1.4 The Back Panel
Figure 3 The Back Panel
1.5 Software Installation Options
If your system was ordered without a CD-ROM, you may load software with an external
peripheral via the LAN, USB or Parallel ports.

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2. System Overview
2.1 Introduction
The ZPC-GX31 incorporates the Intel®Core™2 Quad LGA 775-pin CPU socket,
providing a high performance/low cost space-saving solution. The ZPC-GX31 uses
the Intel®G31 chipset, which supports the Intel® Core™2 Duo and Core™2 Quad
Processors. The ZPC-GX31 system therefore offers high bandwidth interfaces such
as dual-channel DDR2 main memory, 800/1066MHz FSB, integrated graphics
controller with Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 3100, Intel®Communication
Streaming Architecture featuring a Dedicated Network Bus (DNB) interface for
wire-speed Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity to ensure the
flexibility one expects.
In addition to providing the Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 3100 the 3D
enhancements enable greater flexibility and scalability and improved realism with
support for Microsoft DirectX 9.0c Shader Model 2.0 and OpenGL 1.4. Intel®Graphics
also support the highest levels of the Windows Vista Aero experience providing
stunning media, incredible visuals and new 3D capabilities. For business users, Intel
validates the chipset, processor, graphics and software stack to provide a well-tested
platform with support for Microsoft®Windows Vista, Windows®XP, Linux (top
distributions) and OS/2 (SciTech). Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT) 3.0
supports up to 289MB of Shared Video Memory allocating system memory dynamically.
The display of Dual/Multi-Monitor windows using LCD-VGA and DVI external screens
is supported.
The ZPC-GX31 provides a total communication solution including Realtek
8168B/8111C Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) for networking requirements, and four external
480Mbps USB2.0 Hi-Speed ports. The ZPC-GX31 also offers Realtek AL888 High
Definition Audio which is fully compliant with the Azalia 1.0 specs. It enables premium
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surroundsound, delivers six channels of enhanced sound quality and
advanced features such as multiple audio streams and jack re-tasking. Two built-in
2.5 watt stereo speakers are positioned on the front with three audio jacks for Audio
Out, Line-in, and Microphone on the rear panel. The built-in Dual Independent SATA2
channels allow data transfer rates up to 3Gbps. In addition, one UDMA ATA100 IDE
channel supports one Optical drive. The independent data paths for Storage Interface
channels can greatly improve the system performance in a multi-tasking environment.

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2.2 System Specifications
2.2.1 Hardware
CPU Support
Intel®Core™2 Duo, Intel®Core™2 Quad @ 1066MHz FSB LGA775 up
to 95W. Intel®Pentium®D Processors with Hyper-Threading
Technology, Intel®Celeron®D processor, support from 1.3GHz ~ 3.4GHz
1066/800MHz System Bus. Supporting 9x, 5x & 6x series processors with
EM64T.
Motherboard
Core Logic Intel G31 Express Chipset
Memory 2 x DDR2 240-pin SO-DIMM sockets, up to 4GB.
Supports PC2-5300 667MHz & PC2-6400 800MHz SO-DIMMs.
HDD Support Integrated Serial ATA controller facilitates high-speed transfers at up to
3Gbps. 2 x SATA2 ports.
Video & Graphics
Intel®Graphics Media Accelerator 3100. Support for Microsoft DirectX
9.0c Shader Model 2.0, OpenGL 1.4. Intel®Graphics also support the
highest levels of the Windows Vista Aero experience. Dynamic Video
Memory Technology (DVMT) 3.0 supports up to 289MB of Shared Video
Memory; system memory is allocated where it is needed dynamically.
Supports built-in Dual/Multi-Monitor windows displays using LCD monitor
& DVI external display.
Networking 1 Gigabit (GbE) Fast Ethernet, using Realtek RTL 8168B/8111C.
Removable HDD Optional removable 2.5" hard disk drive.
Audio
Realtek AL888 High Definition Audio enables premium Dolby Digital 5.1
Surroundsound with six channels of enhanced sound quality and delivers
advanced features such as jack re-tasking. The audio is fully compliant
with Azalia 1.0 spec. Two built-in 2.5 watt stereo speakers with three
audio jacks for Audio Out, Line-in, and Microphone.
I/O Ports 4 USB 2.0 Ports with transfer rate up to 480Mbps, 2 RS-232 Serial Ports,
1 Parallel Port supporting SPP/EPP/ECP, 1 PS/2 mouse port, 1 POS or
PS/2keyboard port, 1 DVI.
Touch Pad Built-in Synaptic two-button touch-pad with vertical and horizontal scroll.
Optical Drive One slim type Optical Drive, CDRW-DVD, or DVD+/-RW.
Expansion Slots One mini PCI-e, One mini PCI
System Bios AMI Flash BIOS supports ACPI, API, DMI, Plug & Play, and security
password.
Supports booting from HDD, PXE, LAN, CD-ROM, and any USB device.
Keyboard Full-Size Enhanced Windows keyboard, detachable keytop matrix.
LED Indicators On/Off LED, HDD, LAN Active.
Hotkeys WWW, Mail, Favorite, Log Off.
Power Supply
Uses 180Watt AC Adapter.
Input: universal 100 ~ 240V AC, 50-60Hz.
Output: 19V DC, 9.48A,
Controlled by Dual Mode Power button on the keyboard.
Low power sleep mode saves energy.
BIOS Security AMI BIOS System POST and BIOS setup password protection.
TCG/TPM version 1.2 Support
Security Lock Security lock slot located on the back of the system case
Dimensions 18.5"W x 9.0"D x 0.5"H front, 2.5"H rear.

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Weight Unit: 7.4 lbs (3.4kg), Power Adapter: 1.1lbs (0.5kg).
Operating
Environment Ambient Temperature: 0°C ~ 50°C (operating).
Relative Humidity 10% ~ 90% (non-condensing)
Operating System
Compliance Microsoft Windows Vista/XP/2000, LINUX.
Available Colors Silver/Black
Certifications FCC Class A, CE
2.2.2 Power Management
Compliant with EPA, APM 1.2 and ACPI, ATX soft on/off power control
Power on by keyboard and PS/2 mouse
Power on by alarm
Power on by Wake On LAN (WOL)
Fan off in sleep mode
2.2.3 System Management
CPU temperature warning and system temperature detection
CPU and system voltage detection
System fan RPM detection and thermal control
CPU voltage auto-detection
2.2.4 Software
AMI PCI BIOS
4M-bit Flash BIOS
Supports APM, Plug and Play, Multi-Boot including PXE, DMI and EIDE devices
Supports ACPI
2.2.5 Environment
Ambient Temperature 0˚C - 50˚C (operating)
Relative Humidity 10 to 90% (non-condensing)
Vibration 0 to 500 Hz

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2.3 Back Panel Connectors
The back panel provides external access to the following connectors (as seen from left
to right):
Figure 4 Back Panel Connectors
2.3.1 Security Cable Lock Slot
The Security Cable Lock Slot is provided so you may use a standard Notebook Cable
Lock accessory if desired.
2.3.2 Parallel Port
Connect a printer or other parallel device to the 25-pin parallel port.
Figure 5 Security Cable Lock Slot ♦Parallel Printer Port

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2.3.3 Serial Ports (COM1 & COM2)
Connect a serial device such as a mouse or modem to the 9-pin serial ports.
2.3.4 DC-IN Connector
Connect the External Power Supply here.
Figure 6 Serial Ports and DC-IN Connector
2.3.5 PS/2 Mouse Port
Connect a PS/2 mouse to the green 6-pin mini DIN connector. The system will
automatically assign the correct IRQ address to the PS/2 mouse if one is connected.
2.3.6 PS/2 Keyboard or POS Port
Connect a PS/2 keyboard or a POS device to the purple mini DIN connector. An
adapter must be used to connect a standard AT size (large DIN) connector.
2.3.7 Universal Serial Bus Ports
You can connect four USB devices from the Universal Serial Bus Ports. The four
USB 2.0 ports have a transfer rate up to 480Mbps and have an integrated 2 UHCI host
controller for full-speed (11Mbps) and low-speed (1.5Mbps) USB devices.
Figure 7 PS/2 Mouse Port ♦PS/2 Keyboard or POS Port ♦USB Ports

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2.3.8 VGA Port
Connect an external monitor to the blue 15-pin VGA port.
2.3.9 Audio Port Connectors
These connectors are located on the back side of your unit. You can connect various
audio devices to these audio jacks as follows:
•Headphone - Connect headphones or external speakers.
•Line-In - Connect any audio source to record audio onto your computer or to play
audio through your computer's sound chip and speakers.
•Microphone - Connect a microphone to record audio to your computer.
Figure 8 VGA Port ♦Audio device RCA jacks
2.3.10 DVI Port
This connector provides DVI signal to a standard Digital Video Monitor or a television
as a display device.
2.3.11 Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) LAN Port
Connect RJ-45 Ethernet Cable here.
Figure 9 DVI ♦Gigabit Ethernet (GbE) LAN Port