Zotac ZBOX Q Series User manual

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ZOTAC ZBOX
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 ----------------------------------------------------------------------6
Front view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Rear view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Installing Hardware inside ZOTAC ZBOX ---------------------------------------------------------------8
Installing a memory module-------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Removing the memory module --------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Installing a storage drive-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Installing M.2 SSD module--------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
Installing Optane memory module ----------------------------------------------------------------------14
Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX ------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Installing drivers and software -----------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Installing an operating system----------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Installing system drivers -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Installing Killer Control Center----------------------------------------------------------------------------19
Using your ZOTAC ZBOX-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
Conguring a wireless connection ----------------------------------------------------------------------23
Conguring audio output-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------23
Intel® OptaneTM technology-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------24
Enabling Intel®OptaneTM memory -----------------------------------------------------------------------24
Disabling Intel®OptaneTM memory ----------------------------------------------------------------------31

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Product Specications
qMicroprocessor support
vIntel Core i7-10750H (six-core, 2.6 GHz, up to 5.0 GHz)
qChipset
vIntel HM470
qOnboard Graphics support
vNVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 w/ 6GB GDDR6, 192bit
vTwo HDMI 2.0, two DP 1.4
qOperating systems:
vWindows 10 64-bit Ready
qSystem Memory support
vTwo DDR4-2933/2666 SODIMM slots
vUp to 64 GB of memory
qUSB Ports
vOne USB 3.1 Type-C port, one USB 3.1 port
vFour USB 3.0 ports
qOnboard Serial ATA
vSATA 6.0 Gb/s transfer rates
vSupport one 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD (max 9.5mm height)
qExpansion slot
vOne M.2 PCIe x4 / SATA III SSD slot (22/42,22/80)
vOne Optane memory slot (22/42, 22/80)
q Onboard Dual LAN
v1 x Killer E3000 2.5Gbit LAN (10/100/1000/2500Mbps)
v1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
q WiFi 6/Bluetooth support
vKiller WiFi 802.11 ax
vBluetooth 5
qProduct Size
v210mm x 203mm x 62.2mm

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Safety information
Your ZOTAC ZBOX 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
vRead and follow all instructions in the documentation before operating your system.
vDo not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator.
vSet up the system on a stable surface with the provided stand. Never use the system alone
without the stand.
vOpenings 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.
vUse this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0℃and 35℃.
Care during use
vDo not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.
vDo not spill water or any other liquids on your system.
vWhen the system is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still ows. Always unplug all
power, modem, and network cables from the power outlets before cleaning the system.
vIf 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 into the system.
¾The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.
¾The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
¾The system performance changes.

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Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX. The following illustration displays the package
contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX. If any of the below items is damaged or missed, contact your
retailer.
Package contents
• 1 x ZOTAC ZBOX
• 1 x AC Adapter
• 1 x Power Cord
• 2 x Antenna
• 1 x Support DVD (optional)
• 1 x USB ash drive with OS drivers
• 1 x User Manual & Warranty Card
• 1 x Quick Start Guide

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Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX
Front view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system
1. Power switch
The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the system.
2. Memory card slot
The Memory card slot is compatible with SD/SDHC/SDXC cards used in devices like digital
cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones and PDAs.
3. Power LED
The Power LED is always ON when power is on.
4. WiFi LED
The WiFi LED is always ON when WiFi was active.
5. Hard disk LED
The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written into or read from the hard disk drive.
6. USB 3.1 port
The USB 3.1 port supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.1 devices and is backwards compatible
with USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 devices. Use this port for USB 3.1 devices for maximum performance
with USB 3.1 compatible devices.
7. Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for video conferencing,
voice narrations or simple audio recordings.
8. Headphone/Audio Out jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to
amplied speakers or headphones.
9. USB 3.1 Type-C port
The USB 3.1 type-C port supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.1 devices. Use this port for USB
3.1 devices for maximum performance with USB 3.1 compatible devices.
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Rear view
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system.
1. Power input (DC19.5V)
The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power
supplied through this jack supplies power to the PC. To prevent damage to the PC, always
use the supplied power adapter.
2. LAN ports
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN ports support standard Ethernet cables for connection to a local
network. The LAN port marked with K is for Killer Ethernet.
3. WiFi antenna connectors
The WiFi antenna connector supports WiFi antenna module.
4. DisplayPorts
DisplayPort supports both external (box-to-box) and internal (laptop LCD panel) display con-
nections.
5. HDMI ports
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.
6. USB 3.0 ports
The USB 3.0 port supports the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 devices and is backwards compatible
with USB 2.0/1.1 devices. Use this port for USB 3.0 devices for maximum performance with
USB 3.0 compatible devices.
The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep
it away from your body.
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Installing Hardware inside ZOTAC ZBOX
Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your
ZOTAC ZBOX.
1. Remove the two rear thumb screws.
2. Gently remove the cover as shown below.

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Installing a memory module
1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slots and insert a SO-DIMM memory module into the slot
at a 45 degree angle.
2. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms of the
memory slot.
Note:
1. This ZOTAC ZBOX accomodates two DDR4 SO-DIMM memory modules. You must install at least one module for the
system to function.
2. 8GB DDR4 memory is pre-installed in Plus and Windows version.

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Removing the memory module
1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slot and gently press the two arms securing the memory
module outwards, as shown in the image below, to release the memory module.
2. Remove the memory module from the slot at a 45-degree angle.

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Installing a storage drive
1. Locate the 2.5-inch storage drive and storage drive bracket.
2. Install the storage drive to the storage drive bracket.

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3. Insert the storage drive into the slot at a 45 degree angle and gently slide into the
connector.
4. Secure the installed drive with a thumb screw.
*1TB hard disk drive is pre-installed in Plus and Windows version.

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Installing M.2 SSD module
1. Locate the M.2 SSD slot and insert an M.2 SSD module into the slot at a 45 degree
angle.
2. Gently press down on the M.2 SSD module, and install the screw.
*128GB M.2 SSD is pre-installed in Plus and Windows version.

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Installing Optane memory module
1. Locate the Optane memory slot and remove the screw from the bolt.
2. Insert an Optane memory module into the slot at a 45 degree angle.
3. Gently press down on the Optane memory module,and install the screw.

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Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX
You need to connect peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX.
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1. Connecting to a network device
Connect one end of a network cable to the LAN port on the system rear panel and the other
End to a hub or switch. The LAN port marked with K is for Killer Ethernet.
2. Connecting a WiFi antenna module
Connect a BT/WiFi antenna module to the BT/WiFi antenna connector.
3. Connecting to DisplayPort displays
Connect the DisplayPort connectors to the DP port of the monitor or display.

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4. Connecting to HDMI displays
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the system rear panel and the other
end to a HDMI-compatible display such as an HDTV or monitor.
5. Connecting to USB 3.0 devices
Connect USB 3.0 devices such as external hard drives, SSDs and ash drives to the USB 3.0
port on the system rear panel.
6. Turning on the system
Connect the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN jack on the system rear panel and then press
the power switch on the front panel to turn on the system.
When your ZOTAC ZBOX is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet
to save on power consumption.

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Installing drivers and software
Installing an operating system
The ZOTAC ZBOX does not ship with an operating system preinstalled. The user must install
the operating system before the ZOTAC ZBOX can be used. The following operating systems
are supported:
• Windows 10 64-bit
Follow the instructions below to install an operating system:
1. Attach external DVD drive via USB 3.0 ports.
2. Insert disk for operating system (Windows or Linux).
3. Wait for the ZOTAC ZBOX to boot from the disk.
4. Follow the onscreen directions to install the operating system.
5. Install system drivers to gain full functionality of the ZOTAC ZBOX hardware and features.
Installing system drivers
Before you can use the full features of the ZOTAC ZBOX, the system drivers must be installed.
The following types of operating systems are supported by the ZOTAC ZBOX driver DVD and
USB ash drive:
• Windows 10 64-bit
Follow the instructions below to install the
system drivers:
1. Insert the ZOTAC ZBOX driver DVD or
driver USB ash drive. If autorun is
enabled, the driver installation main menu
will show up automatically. If autorun is
disabled, you may click the le
Launch.EXE to bring up the driver
installation main menu.
2. The following drivers are available on the
DVD and USB ash drive:
• Intel Chipset Driver
• HDA Sound Driver

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• Nvidia Graphics Driver
• Intel Graphics Driver
• Realtek Ethernet PCI-E Driver
• Killer Network Driver
• Bluetooth Driver
• NVIDIA Control Panel
• Intel Management Engine
• CardReader Driver
Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the ZOTAC ZBOX.
3. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the drivers.
5. Restart the system.

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Installing Killer Control Center
Before you can use the full feature of Killer Lan, please follow the instructions below to install
the Killer Control Center.
1. Run Killer Wireless Network Driver, click “Next” when the following dialog box displays.
2. Accept the License agreement.