ZBOX CI320 nano Plus - Desktop computer Zotac - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Desktop Computer (Ultra-Compact)
Dimensions (W x D x H)	127 x 127 x 45 mm (5.0 x 5.0 x 1.8 in)
Weight	Approx. 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
Power Supply	External AC adapter, 19V DC, 45W
Processor	Intel Celeron N2930 (Bay Trail, quad-core, 1.83 GHz, burst up to 2.16 GHz)
Memory	Supports up to 8GB DDR3L-1333/1600 (1 x SO-DIMM slot)
Storage	1 x 2.5-inch SATA III HDD/SSD (supports up to 9.5mm height)
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) / Integrierte GPU
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, Gigabit Ethernet
Video Outputs	1 x HDMI 1.4a, 1 x VGA (via D-Sub)
Audio	1 x Headphone out, 1 x Microphone in (via combo jack, 3.5mm)
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0
Other Ports	1 x SD/SDHC/SDXC card reader, 1 x Kensington lock slot
Expansion	1 x M.2 slot (for optional Wi-Fi module)
Operating System	Compatible with Windows 10/11, Linux (e.g., Ubuntu, Mint)
Special Features	Fanless design for silent operation, VESA mount compatible (75 x 75 mm)
Maintenance & Cleaning	Keep air vents clear; use a soft, dry cloth for external cleaning
Safety	CE, FCC, RoHS compliant; use only provided power adapter
Spare Parts & Repairability	User-upgradeable RAM and 2.5-inch storage; spare parts available via Zotac support or authorized resellers
General Information	Model number: ZBOX-CI320NANO-PLUS; EAN: 4895136123456 (example)

Frequently Asked Questions - ZBOX CI320 nano Plus Zotac

How do I set up the Zotac ZBOX CI320 nano Plus?

Connect the power adapter, plug in a monitor via HDMI or VGA, connect a keyboard and mouse to USB ports, and press the power button. If no OS is preinstalled, you will need to install an operating system from a USB drive or optical drive.

Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?

Yes, the device has one SO-DIMM slot for DDR3L RAM (up to 8GB) and one 2.5-inch SATA bay for a hard drive or SSD. Both are accessible by removing the bottom panel.

What operating systems are supported?

The ZBOX CI320 nano Plus is compatible with Windows 10/11 (64-bit) and many Linux distributions like Ubuntu, Fedora, or Mint. No OS is included.

Does it support 4K video playback?

The Intel Celeron N2930 with Intel HD Graphics supports 1080p playback smoothly but may struggle with 4K content. It is best suited for HD video streaming and office tasks.

Can I mount the ZBOX behind a monitor?

Yes, the device is VESA mount compatible with a 75x75mm pattern. You can attach it to a monitor or a wall using a compatible mount kit.

Why is the computer not turning on?

Check that the power adapter is properly connected and the power outlet is working. If still no power, try a different cable or contact Zotac support.

How can I clean the device?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Do not use liquid cleaners. Ensure vents are free of dust to prevent overheating.

What is the maximum RAM capacity?

The system supports up to 8GB of DDR3L 1600MHz memory in a single 204-pin SO-DIMM slot.

Does it have built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth?

Yes, it includes dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth 4.0. The Wi-Fi module is connected via an M.2 slot.

Where can I find spare parts or service?

Spare parts like power adapters or storage brackets can be ordered from Zotac's official website or authorized retailers. For repairs, contact Zotac customer service or a certified technician.

USER MANUAL ZBOX CI320 nano Plus Zotac

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USER'S MANUAL

ZOTAC ZBOX nano User's Manual

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No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ZOTAC.

Products and corporate names mentioned in this manual may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used for identification purposes only. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this manual are 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.

Table of Contents

Product specifications 3

Safety information 4

Setting up your system 4

Care during use 4

Welcome 5

Package contents 5

Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano 6

Front view 6

Rear view----7

BIOS settings of specific functions 8

How to disable integrated IR receiver----8

How to enable USB 2.0 charge (for S3/S4/Sleep status)----10

Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano 11

Installing a memory module 12

Installing a hard disk 13

Connecting a S/PDIF cable---- 15

Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano 16

Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano---- 18

Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a LCD monitor----18

Installing drivers and software 20

Installing an operating system 20

Installing system drivers 20

Using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano---- 21

Configuring wireless connection 21

Configuring wired connection 21

Using a static IP 21

Using a dynamic IP (PPPoE connection)----22

Configuring audio output via an HDMI device 22

Product specifications

Product Dimensions

- 127mm x 127mm x 45mm

Onboard CPU

- Intel Celeron Processor N2930 (quad core, 2M Cache, up to 2.16 GHz)

Onboard graphics

• Intel HD Graphics
  • HDMI 1.4a (1080p@60Hz)
  • DP 1.1a (2560x1600@60Hz)

Memory support

• One 204-pin DDR3L-1333 SO-DIMM slot (1.35V)
- Up to 8 GB of memory

USB ports

- Two USB 2.0 ports & four USB 3.0 ports

Storage support

• SATA 3.0 Gb/s transfer rates
• Supports one 2.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD (9.5mm max height)
- One eSATA port

Network support

• Gigabit (10/100/1000Mbps) LAN
- IEEE 802.3 compatible

WiFi/BT support

• Compliant with IEEE802.11ac standard
  • High speed wireless connection up to 433 Mbps
  • Fully qualified Bluetooth v4.0

Audio

• 2-channel high-definition audio
- Jack-sensing compatible
- Optical SPDIF

Operating System support

• Windows 7 and Windows 8 64-bit (UEFI)
• Windows 7 64-bit & Windows 8 32-bit and 64-bit (legacy)

Safety information

Your ZOTAC ZBOX nano 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^ C and 35^ C.
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 flows. 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 qualified service technician or your retailer.

The power cord or plug is damaged.
Liquid has been spilled into the system.

The system does not function properly even if you follow the operating instructions.

The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
The system performance changes.

Welcome

Congratulations on your purchase of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano mini-PC. The following illustration displays the package contents of your new ZOTAC ZBOX nano. Please contact your retailer If any of the below items are damaged or missed.

Package contents

• 1 x ZOTAC ZBOX nano mini-PC
• 1 x ZOTAC VESA mount
- 4 x Mount screws
- 1 x AC Adapter
- 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Headphone/SPDIF adapter
- 1 x WiFi antenna
- 1 x User Manual
• 1 x Quick Start Guide
- 1 x Support DVD

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Getting to know your ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Front view

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system

1. Power switch

The power switch turns the mini-PC ON and OFF.

1. HDD status indicator

The hard disk LED blinks when data is being written onto or read from the hard disk drive

1. WiFi status indicator

The WiFi LED blinks when data is being transferred over WiFi.

1. IR receiver

The IR receiver is used to receive signals from the IR remote control.

1. Memory card slot

The built-in memory card reader reads and writes SD/SDHC/SDXC cards used in devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile phones and PDAs.

1. Headphone / mini-Optical S/PDIF jack

The headphone / mini-Optical SPDIF jack (3.5mm) is used to connect the system's audio output to amplified speakers or headphones. It supports mini-Optical S/PDIF output with the included mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter. The optical S/PDIF output enables connectivity with digital audio receivers and speakers for crystal clear digital audio and surround sound from compatible soundtracks.

1. USB 2.0 ports

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports are compatible with USB devices such as keyboards, mice, cameras and hard disk drives.

1. Microphone jack

The microphone jack is designed to connect a microphone for video conferencing, voice narrations or simple audio recordings.

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.

Rear view

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the system.

1. 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.

2. HDMI output

The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) output supports Full HD 1080p displays such as an HDTV or monitor.

3. DisplayPort

The DisplayPort output supports displays with resolutions up to 2560x1600.

4. USB 3.0 ports

The USB 3.0 port supports 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.

5. 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.

6. eSATA port

The external SATA port is compatible with e.SATA devices such as external hard drives and Blu-ray drives.

7. WiFi antenna connector

The WiFi antenna connector supports the included WiFi antenna.

8. Ventilation area

The ventilation area is vital for proper system cooling. Do not cover.

BIOS settings of specific functions

The ZOTAC ZBOX nano has specific functions that can be enabled or disabled in the BIOS settings such as integrated IR receiver, and USB 2.0 charge, .

How to disable integrated IR receiver

1. Turn on the ZBOX nano mini-PC, then press to enter the BIOS SETUP UTILITY.
2. Use the arrow keys to navigate to Features > Onboard Device Configuration, and select CIR Controller.

2. Enter CIR Controller and select Disabled.

Enabled: enable the internal IR receiver (default) Disabled: disable the internal IR receiver

1. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit.

How to enable USB 2.0 charge (for S3/S4/Sleep status)

1. In Features menu, select Onboard Device Configuration.
2. Enter USB Charge support and select Enabled.

1. Press F10 to save the configuration and exit.

Note: Before charging via USB 2.0 in S5 status, please make sure the Deep S5 (Deep Sleep in Power menu) is disabled.

Customizing the ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Before installing hardware, please follow the instructions below to remove the cover of your ZOTAC ZBOX nano.

1. Remove the four screws securing the bottom cover into place.

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1. Gently remove the bottom cover.

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Installing a memory module

1. Locate the SO-DIMM memory slot and insert a SO-DIMM memory module into the slot at a 45 degree angle.

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1. Gently press down on the memory module until it locks into place by the arms of the memory slot.

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Installing a hard disk

1. Locate the hard disk bracket, remove the 2 screws, and remove the hard disk bracket as shown in the image below.

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1. Install the hard disk bracket onto a 2.5-inch SATA hard disk with 2 screws.

1. Insert the hard disk into the socket and gently slide into the connector.

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1. Reinstall the screws for the hard disk bracket.

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Connecting a S/PDIF cable

1. Connect the S/PDIF cable to the mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter.

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1. Locate the front panel and connect the mini-Optical S/PDIF adapter to the headphone / mini-Optical S/PDIF jack.

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Setting up the ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Please connect your peripherals before using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano.

1. Connecting a DisplayPort display

Connect the DisplayPort connector to the DP port.

1. Connecting USB 3.0 device

Connect USB 3.0 devices such as external hard drives, SSDs and flash drives to the USB 3.0 port.

1. Connecting the WiFi antenna module

Connect the included WiFi antenna to the WiFi antenna connector.

4. 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.

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. (When both the HDMI and the DP are connected, the audio output is from HDMI by default.)

6. 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.

7. Connecting an eSATA device

Connect the eSATA cable to the eSATA port.

Note: When your ZOTAC ZBOX nano is not in use, unplug the power adapter or switch off the AC outlet to conserve power.

Positioning the ZOTAC ZBOX nano

- Do not position the ZOTAC ZBOX nano 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 nano mini-PC systems provide ample connectivity in a tiny form factor, please choose connectors and cables in appropriate sizes to avoid interference.

Mounting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to a LCD monitor

You can attach your ZOTAC ZBOX nano to the back of a VESA75/100 compliant monitor.

1. Secure the VESA mount to the LCD monitor using 4 screws (not included).

Disclaimer: ZOTAC cannot be held liable for damages resulting from an improper installation.

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1. Align the ZOTAC ZBOX nano mounting holes to the VESA mount attachment pegs. Attach the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to the VESA mount and gently press down to secure the ZBOX to the mount.

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1. Connect the ZOTAC ZBOX nano to your LCD monitor with an HDMI/DP cable.

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Installing drivers and software

Installing an operating system

The ZOTAC ZBOX nano does not ship with an operating system preinstalled. The user must install the operating system before the ZOTAC ZBOX nano 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 nano 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 nano hardware and features.

Installing system drivers

Before you can use the full features of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano, the system drivers must be installed. The following types of operating systems are supported by the ZOTAC ZBOX nano driver DVD:

• Windows 7
• Windows 8

Follow the instructions below to install the system drivers:

1. Insert the ZOTAC ZBOX nano driver DVD. If autorun is enabled, the driver installation main menu will show up automatically.

Note: If autorun is disabled, you can click the file Launch.EXE to bring up the driver installation main menu.

1. The following drivers are available on the DVD:

2. Intel Chipset Driver
   • HDA Sound Driver

3. Intel Graphics Driver
4. Ethernet PCI-E Driver
5. USB3.0 Controller Driver
   • Intel Management Engine
6. Wireless Network Driver
7. CIR Driver
8. Bluetooth Driver
9. USB Charger (optional)

Note: If you want to use USB charger for iPhone/iPad, please install the driver at X:\Utility\Software\Usb Charger\setup.exe (X: your driver disk letter).

Each driver must be installed individually to ensure proper operation of the ZOTAC ZBOX nano.

1. Select the driver you want to install. The driver installer should launch.
2. Follow the onscreen instructions for the selected driver to install.
3. Restart the system.

Using your ZOTAC ZBOX nano

Configuring wireless connection

Please follow the instructions below to connect to a wireless network:

1. Double-click the wireless network icon (pic) in the notification area.
2. Select the wireless network you want to connect to from the list and click Connect.
3. After connection is established, you will see "Connected."

Note 1: For security concerns, Do NOT connect to an unsecured network, otherwise, the transmitted information without encryption might be visible to others.

Note 2: Enter the network security key if necessary.

Configuring wired connection Using a static IP

1. Right-click the network icon in the notification 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 finish the configuration.

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 finish the configuration.

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.

Configuring audio output via an HDMI device

Follow the steps below to enable audio output via HDMI when connecting the ZOTAC ZBOX nano 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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