Zotac ZBOX series User manual

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ZOTAC ZBOX
ZOTAC ZBOX
User’s Manual
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correct and up to date. However, the manufacturer makes no guarantee
regarding the accuracy of its contents, and reserves the right to make
changes without prior notice.
CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type. Batteries
should be recycled where possible. Disposal of used batteries must be in
accordance with local environmental regulations.

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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
Customizing ZOTAC ZBOX -------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Installing a memory module ----------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Removing the memory module ------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Installing a hard disk -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX ---------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Positioning your ZOTAC ZBOX--------------------------------------------------------------- 12
Installing the stand----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
Installing drivers and software --------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Installing an operating system -------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Installing system drivers---------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Using your ZOTAC ZBOX----------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Conguring wired connection --------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Using a static IP ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection) -------------------------------------------- 15
Conguring audio output via an HDMI device ------------------------------------------ 15

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Product Specications
q Chipset
v Intel® NM70
q Product Dimensions
v 188mm x 188mm x 44mm
qOnboard CPU
v Intel®1007U (dual core, 1.5GHz)
qOnboard graphics
vIntel®HD Graphics Family
v HDMI & DVI-I output
qMemory support
v Two 204-pin DDR3-1600 SO-DIMM slots
v Up to 16 GB of memory
qUSB Ports
v Two USB 2.0 ports & four USB 3.0 ports
qStorage support
v SATA 6.0 Gb/s transfer rates
vSupports one 2.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD (9.5mm max height)
vOne eSATA port
q Network support
v Gigabit (10/100/1000Mbps) LAN
vIEEE 802.3 compatible
qAudio
v 2-channel high-denition audio
v Jack-sensing compatible
qOperating System support
v Windows 7 & Windows 8
v 32-bit and 64-bit support

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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
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 with the provided stand. Never use the system
alone without the stand.
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℃.
If you use an extension cord, please use the UL listed cord and make sure that
the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not
exceed its ampere rating.
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 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.
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 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 mini-PC. The following illustration
displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX. Please contact your retailer If
any of the below items are damaged or missed.
Package contents
• 1 x ZOTAC ZBOX
• 1 x Stand
• 1 x AC Adapter
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x DVI-to-VGA Adapter
• 1 x Support DVD
• 1 x User Manual & Warranty Card
• 1 x Quick Start Guide

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Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX
Front view
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Refer to the diagram above to identify the components on this side of the system
1. 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.
2. Microphone jack
The microphone jack is designed to connect a microphone for video conferencing,
voice narrations or simple audio recordings.
3. Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader reads and writes MMC/SD/SDHC/MS/MS Pro/xD/
SDXC cards used in devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones
and PDAs.
4. USB 2.0 port
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB devices such as
keyboards, mice, cameras and hard disk drives.
5. HDD status indicator
The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written onto or read from the hard
disk drive.
6. Power switch
The power switch turns the mini-PC ON and OFF.

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Rear view
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Refer to the diagram above to identify the components on this side of the system.
1. eSATA port
The external SATA port is compatible with e.SATA devices such as external hard
drives and Blu-ray drives.
2. 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.
3. Ethernet port
The eight-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports standard Ethernet cable for connection to a
local area network (LAN) with speeds of 10/100/1000Mbps.
4. USB 2.0 ports
The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB devices such as
keyboards, mice, cameras and hard disk drives.
5. DVI port
The DVI port supports connection to analog monitors and displays (supports VGA
for analog monitors with bundled DVI-VGA adapter).
6. HDMI port
The HDMI (High Denition Multimedia Interface) output supports Full HD 1080p
displays such as an HDTV or monitor.
7. Optical (SPDIF OUT) jack
Plug an optical cable into this jack for digital audio transfer.
8. Power input (DC19V)
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.
Note 1: The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body.
Note 2: Due to the unique tool-less customizable design, some connectors are placed upside down.

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Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX
Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your
ZOTAC ZBOX.
1. Unscrew.
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.
Note: When installing two SO-DIMM memory modules, please insert a module into the lower slot rst.
2. Gently remove the cover as the image below.

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2. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms
of the memory slot.
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.
Note: This ZOTAC ZBOX accomodates two DDR3 SO-DIMM memory modules. You must install at least
one module in one of the two slots.

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Installing a hard disk
1. Locate the hard disk bracket and remove the thumb screw.
2. Lift up on the plastic ap.
3. Insert a 2.5-inch SATA hard disk into the bracket at a 45 degree angle and gently slide
into the connector.
4. Lower the plastic ap and reinstall thumb screw.

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Setting up your ZOTAC ZBOX
You need to connect peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX.
1. 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.
2. 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 network hub, switch or router.
3. Connecting to USB 2.0 devices
Connect USB devices like wired/wireless keyboards (varying with areas), mouse
devices and printers to the USB ports on the system rear panel.
4. Connecting to a DVI or VGA display
Connect one end of a DVI/VGA cable to an HDTV or monitor, and the other end to
the DVI port on the system rear panel. If using a VGA connection, please use DVI-
to-VGA adapter.
5. Connecting to an HDMI display
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.
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.
Note: When your ZOTAC ZBOX is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to
conserve power.
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Positioning your ZOTAC ZBOX
• Do not position the ZOTAC ZBOX where the ventilation holes are covered. To
guarantee proper use, leave 4 inches (10 cm) of spacing in front of the ventilation
holes.
• ZOTAC ZBOX mini-PC systems provide ample connectivity in a tiny form factor,
please choose connectors and cables in appropriate sizes to avoid interference.
Installing the stand
Erect your ZOTAC ZBOX with the supplied stand. To do so :
1. Locate the screw hole on the bottom of the ZOTAC ZBOX.
2. Align the stand screw to the PC screw hole and then secure the Stand to the PC
with a coin.
Do not place your ZOTAC ZBOX on the desktop without the stand.
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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 7
• Windows 8
Follow the instructions below to install an operating system:
1. Attach external DVD drive via USB.
2. Insert disk for operating system
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.
Note: For best compatibility, please only use the eSATA or USB 2.0 ports as
the OS installation source drive connection.
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:
• Windows 7
• Windows 8
Follow the instructions below to install the system drivers:
1. Insert the ZOTAC ZBOX driver DVD. If autorun is enabled, the driver
installation main menu will show up automatically.
Note: If autorun is disabled, you can click the le Launch.EXE to bring up the driver installation main
menu.
2. The following drivers are available on the
DVD:
• Intel Chipset Driver
• HDA Sound Driver
• Intel Graphics Driver
• Ethernet PCI-E Driver
• USB 3.0 Controller Driver (Windows 7)
• Intel Management Engine
• MassStorage Driver
• E-SATA Controller

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Using your ZOTAC ZBOX
Conguring wired connection
Using a static IP
1. Right-click the network icon in the
notication area and select “Open
Network Connections”.
2. Right-click “Local Area Connection” and
select “Properties”.
3. Highlight “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)”
and click “Properties”.
4. Select “Use the following IP address”.
5. Enter your IP address, subnet mask and
Default gateway.
6. Enter the preferred DNS server address if necessary.
7. After entering all of the related values, click “OK” to nish the conguration.
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 for the selected driver to install.
5. Restart the system.

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Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection)
1. Repeat Step 1-3 in the previous section.
2. Select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and click “OK”.
3. Click “Create a new connection” to start the NEW Connection Wizard.
4. Click “Next”.
5. Select “Connect to the Internet” and click “Next”.
6. Select “Set up my
connection manually”.
7. Select your connection
type and click “Next”.
8. Enter your ISP Name and
click “Next”.
9. Enter your User name and
Password. Click “Next”.
10. Click “Finish” to nish the
conguration.
11. Enter your user name and password. Click
“Connect” to connect to the internet.
Note: Contact your internet Service Provider (ISP) if you have problems connecting to the network.
Conguring audio output via an HDMI device
Follow the steps below to enable audio output via HDMI when connecting the
ZOTAC ZBOX to a TV or receiver via HDMI.
1. Access the Sound settings via the system
Control Panel.
2. Under Playback devices, click the display
device that corresponds with your HDMI
audio compatible display
3. Click the “Set Default” button in the lower
right hand corner.
4. Click “OK” to exit the setup.

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