Zotac ZBOX PICO User manual

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ZOTAC ZBOX pico
User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
Product specications ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Safety information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Setting up your system -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Care during use ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Welcome ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5
Package contents --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX pico ---------------------------------------------------- 6
Front view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Rear view-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX pico ---------------------------------------------------------- 8
Installing M.2 PCIe x4 / SATA SSD module ------------------------------------------------ 9
Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX pico to an LCD monitor----------------------------------- 10
Using your ZOTAC ZBOX pico------------------------------------------------------------------12
Conguring a wireless connection -----------------------------------------------------------12
Conguring audio output via an HDMI device --------------------------------------------13
FCC Compliance Statement ---------------------------------------------------------------------14

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Product specications
Product Dimensions
• 114.8mm x 76mm x 23.8mm
Processor
• Intel®Core™i3-N300 Processor (8-core 0.8GHz, up to 3.8GHz)
Graphics processor
• Intel UHD Graphics
• 1x HDMI 2.0 (max resolution: 3840x2160@60Hz)
• 1x DP 1.4 (max resolution: 4096x2160@60Hz)
• 1x DP 1.4 via USB-C (max resolution: 4096x2160@60Hz)
Memory
• 8 GB LPDDR5 onboard memory
USB ports
• 3x USB 3.2 (10 Gbps, 1x Type C)
Audio
• Analog audio combo (CTIA) for microphone output / Mic in
Storage support
• M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 / SATA slot (2230, 2242, 2280)
• Micro SDHC/SDXC card reader
Networking
• 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
Wireless networking
• Intel WiFi 6
• Bluetooth 5.2
Power
• 5V/5A Power Supply
Operating System
• Windows 11 ready

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Safety information
Your ZOTAC ZBOX pico is designed and tested to meet the latest standards of safety for
information technology equipment. However, to ensure your safety, it is important that you
read the following safety instructions.
Setting up your system
Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before you operate your system.
Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator.
Set up the system on a stable surface.
Openings on the chassis are for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings.
Make sure you leave plenty of space around the system for ventilation. Never insert
objects of any kind into the ventilation openings.
Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0℃and 35℃.
Care during use
Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
Do not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
When the system is turned o󰀨, a small amount of electrical current still ows. Always
unplug all power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning
the system.
If you encounter the following technical problems with the product, unplug the power
cord and contact a qualied service technician or your retailer.
¾The power cord or plug is damaged.
¾Liquid has been spilled onto the system.
¾The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.
¾The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX pico. The following illustration
displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX pico. Please contact your retailer
if any of the below items are damaged or missed.
Package contents
• 1 x ZOTAC ZBOX pico
• 1 x Mounting bracket
• 2 x Mounting screws
• 1 x AC adapter
• 1 x CTIA<=>OMTP adapter
• 1 x OS Recovery USB Drive (optional)
• 1 x Warranty Card
• 1 x Quick Start Guide

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Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX pico
Front view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the front of the ZBOX pico
1. Power button
The power button turns the system ON and OFF.
2. USB 3.2 Type-C port
The USB 3.2 type-C port supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.2 devices. Use this port
for USB 3.2 devices for maximum performance with USB 3.2 compatible devices.
It supports DisplayPort via USB-C to DisplayPort cable to broadcast high-deni-
tion video (cable not included).
3. USB 3.2 ports
The USB 3.2 port supports SuperSpeed USB 3.2 devices and is backwards com-
patible with USB 3.1/3.0/2.0/1.1 devices. Use this port for USB 3.2 devices for
maximum performance with USB 3.2 compatible devices.
4. Memory card reader
The built-in memory card reader reads micro SD/SDHC/SDXC cards used in
devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones and PDAs.

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1. Power input (DC 5V, 5A)
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.
2. DisplayPort
DisplayPort supports both external (box-to-box) and internal (laptop LCD panel)
display connections.
3. HDMI port
The HDMI (High Denition Multimedia Interface) port supports a UHD device such
as an LCD TV or monitor to allow viewing on a larger external display.
4. Combo Headphone/Microphone jack (3.5mm)
The combo headphone/microphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s
audio out signal to amplied speakers, 3-pole headphones or 4-pole OMTP head-
phones.
Note: The combo headphone/microphone jack does not support the traditional
microphone.
5. Ethernet port
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports standard Ethernet cable for connection to
a local network.
Note 1: The power adapter may get warm or hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.
Note 2: Due to the unique design, some connectors are placed upside down.
Rear view
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Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX pico
Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover
of your ZOTAC ZBOX pico.
1. Loosen the 4 screws securing the bottom cover.
2. Remove the bottom cover.

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Installing M.2 PCIe x4 / SATA SSD module
1. Locate the M.2 SSD slot and remove the screw.
2. Insert an M.2 SSD module into the slot at a 45 degree angle.
3. Attach the screw to the M.2 SSD module as shown below.
Note: PLUS / Windows models include SSD pre-installed.