Intel NUC Series User manual

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Intel® NUC kit NUC9VXQNX
Intel® NUC kit NUC9V7QNX
Intel® NUC kit NUC9i9QNX
Intel® NUC kit NUC9i7QNX
Intel® NUC kit NUC9i5QNX
User Guide
<May 2020>

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Contents
1.0 Introduction .............................................................................................................................5
1.1 Before You Begin ...........................................................................................................................................5
1.2 Installation Precautions.............................................................................................................................6
1.3 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements.........................................................................6
2.0 Open the Chassis ...................................................................................................................7
3.0 System Memory ....................................................................................................................10
4.0 Change the M.2 SSD...........................................................................................................13
5.0 Install a 2.5” SSD or Hard Drive.................................................................................15
6.0 Close the Chassis.................................................................................................................16
7.0 Connect Power ......................................................................................................................20
8.0 Install an Operating System .........................................................................................22
9.0 Install the Latest Device Drivers and Software ................................................23

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Revision History
Date
Revision
Description
<Jan 2019>
1.0
Initial release.
<May 2020>
1.1
Updated the section 5.0

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1.0 Introduction
This User Guide provides step-by-step installation instructions for these products:
•Intel® NUC kit NUC9VXQNX
•Intel® NUC kit NUC9V7QNX
•Intel® NUC kit NUC9i9QNX
•Intel® NUC kit NUC9i7QNX
•Intel® NUC kit NUC9i5QNX
1.1 Before You Begin
CAUTIONS
The steps in this guide assume you’re familiar with computer terminology and
with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and
modifying computer equipment.
Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any network before
performing any of the steps described in this guide.
Failure to disconnect power, telecommunications links, or networks before you open
the computer or perform any procedures can result in personal injury or equipment
damage. Some circuitry on the board can continue to operate even though the front
panel power button is off.
Follow these guidelines before you begin:
•Always follow the steps in each procedure in the correct order.
•Create a log to record information about your computer, such as model,
serial numbers, installed options, and configuration information.
•Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components. Perform the
procedures described in this chapter only at an ESD workstation using an
antistatic wrist strap and a conductive foam pad. If such a station isn’t
available, you can provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist
strap and attaching it to a metal part of the computer chassis.

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1.2 Installation Precautions
When you install and test the Intel NUC, observe all warnings and cautions in the
installation instructions.
To avoid injury, be careful of:
•Sharp pins on connectors
•Sharp pins on circuit boards
•Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis
•Hot components (such as SSDs, processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks)
•Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit
Observe all warnings and cautions that instruct you to refer computer servicing
to qualified technical personnel.
1.3 Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements
If you don’t follow these instructions, you increase your safety risk and the possibility
of noncompliance with regional laws and regulations.

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2.0 Open the Chassis
1. Unscrew the two top screws on the rear side of the chassis and shift the cover:
2. Remove the left side panel:

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3. Remove the cross bar bracket:
4. Fold the air guide back:

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5. Unscrew the two bottom screws and open the NUC door:

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3.0 System Memory
Intel® NUC kit NUC9VXQNX, NUC9V7QNX, NUC9i9QNX, NUC9i7QNX and NUC9i5QNX
have two 260-pin DDR4 SO-DIMM sockets. Be sure to select memory modules that
meet these requirements:
•1.2V low voltage memory
o1.35V via XMP support –NUC9i9QNX, NUC9i7QNX and NUC9i5QNX
SKUs Only
•2666 MHz SO-DIMMs
•Max capacity - 64GB
•Non-ECC
oECC supported by the NUC9VXQNX only
Find compatible memory modules in the Intel Product Compatibility Tool
•NUC9VXQNX
•NUC9V7QNX
•NUC9i9QNX
•NUC9i7QNX
•NUC9i5QNX
NOTE
If you plan to install only one memory module, install it in the lower
memory socket.
To install memory, follow these steps:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 5.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the
computer and disconnect the power cord.
3. Remove the computer’s bottom chassis cover.

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4. Align the small space at the bottom edge of the memory module with the
key in the socket.
5. Insert the bottom edge of the module at a 45-degree angle into the socket (A).
6. When the module is inserted, push down on the outer edge of module
until the retaining clips snap into place (B). Make sure the clips are
firmly in place (C).

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To remove a SO-DIMM, follow these steps:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 5.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the
computer and disconnect the power cord.
3. Remove the computer’s bottom chassis cover.
4. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the memory socket, which
causes the module to pop out of the socket (C).
5. Holding the module by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store it in an
anti-static package.
6. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the
memory sockets.
7. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the power cord.

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4.0 Change the M.2 SSD
Intel® NUC kit NUC9VXQNX, NUC9V7QNX, NUC9i9QNX, NUC9i7QNX and NUC9i5QNX
support dual 42, 80 and single 110mm SSDs.
There are no pre-installed SSD available out of the box for the above SKUs.
Find compatible M.2 SSDs in the Intel Product Compatibility Tool:
•NUC9VXQNX
•NUC9V7QNX
•NUC9i9QNX
•NUC9i7QNX
•NUC9i5QNX
To install a different M.2 SSD:
1. Remove the small silver screw from the 110mm, 80mm or 42mm metal standoff
on the board (A).
2. Remove the pre-installed SSD from the connector if there are any.
3. Make sure there is the metal standoff in the right position, depending on the
length of the SSD you are going to install (B or C)
4. Align the space at the bottom of the new M.2 SSD to the key on the connector
(D).
5. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (E).

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5.0 Install a 2.5” SSD or Hard Drive
Intel® NUC NUC9VXQNX, NUC9V7QNX, NUC9i9QNX, NUC9i7QNX and NUC9i5QNX
support an additional 2.5” Solid State Drive (SSD) or Hard Disk Drive (HDD).
Find compatible 2.5” drives in the Intel Product Compatibility Tool:
•NUC9VXQNX
•NUC9V7QNX
•NUC9i9QNX
•NUC9i7QNX
•NUC9i5QNX
Note:
1) The internal FPC Style SATA/Power SATA 6.0 Gb/s powered port is available on NUC
9 Extreme/Pro Compute Element but is not usable on the NUC 9 Extreme/Pro Kit. The
SATA cable and the drive bay are not provided with the Kit and should be purchased
separately.
2) 3.5” drives are not supported.

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6.0 Close the Chassis
After all components have been installed, close the Intel NUC chassis. Intel
recommends this be done by hand with a screwdriver to avoid over-tightening and
possibly damaging the screws.
1. Close the NUC door and connect two bottom screws:
2. Fold the air guide into place:

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3. Install cross bar bracket:

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4. Install the left side panel:

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5. Install the top cover and apply the power cable:

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7.0 Connect Power
Each Intel NUC model includes either a region-specific AC power cord or no AC power
cord.
Product codes
Power cord type
BKNUC9VXQNX
BKNUC9V7QNX
BXNUC9i9QNX
BXNUC9i7QNX
BXNUC9i5QNX
No power cord included. An AC power cord needs to be
purchased separately. The connector on the power
adapter is a C13 type connector.
BKNUC9VXQNX1
BKNUC9V7QNX1
BXNUC9i9QNX1
BXNUC9i7QNX1
BXNUC9i5QNX1
US power cord included.
BKNUC9VXQNX2
BKNUC9V7QNX2
BXNUC9i9QNX2
BXNUC9i7QNX2
BXNUC9i5QNX2
EU power cord included.
BKNUC9VXQNX3
BKNUC9V7QNX3
BXNUC9i9QNX3
BXNUC9i7QNX3
BXNUC9i5QNX3
UK power cord included.
BKNUC9VXQNX4
BKNUC9V7QNX4
BXNUC9i9QNX4
BXNUC9i7QNX4
BXNUC9i5QNX4
Australia/New Zealand power cord included.
BKNUC9VXQNX6
BKNUC9V7QNX6
BXNUC9i9QNX6
BXNUC9i7QNX6
BXNUC9i5QNX6
China power cord included.