VivoPC Barebone User Manual
E9627 First Edition August 2014 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION 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 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents About this manual.............................................................................................. 4 Conventions used in this manual................................................................ 4 Typography.......................................................................................................... 4 Package contents................................................................................................ 5 Getting to know your VivoPC 7 Features...............
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Getting to know your VivoPC This chapter details the hardware components of your VivoPC. Chapter 2: Using your VivoPC This chapter provides you with information on using your VivoPC. Chapter 3: Installing system components This chapter provides you with information on how to install new components to your VivoPC barebone.
Package contents Your VivoPC package contains the following items: Driver DVD VivoPC Barebone AC power adapter Power cable 8 pcs. screws Technical documentations NOTES: • Actual product specifications and package contents may vary depending on the model type, country, or region. • The availability and quantity of these items vary with your VivoPC package.
VivoPC Barebone
1 Getting to know your VivoPC
Features Front panel Top cover The removable top cover allows you access to the storage devices and the memory modules. IMPORTANT! Before removing the top cover, turn off your VivoPC and disconnect the power cable and other peripherals. Audio speakers Your VivoPC uses SonicMaster technology to provide hi-fi sound quality, with richer bass sounds, straight from the built-in audio speakers. Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your VivoPC is accessing the internal storage drive.
Left side Air vents The air vents on the left side allow cooler air to enter your VivoPC chassis. IMPORTANT! For optimum heat dissipation and air ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from obstructions.
Rear panel Power button The power button allows you to turn the VivoPC on or off. You can also press the power button once to put your VivoPC to sleep mode. Memory card slot The built-in memory card reader enables your VivoPC to read and write data to and from MMC/SD cards. Top cover lock latch + Kensington security slot The top cover lock latch fastens the top cover on your VivoPC. The Kensington security slot allows you to secure your VivoPC using Kensington® security products. USB 3.
DisplayPort port Use this port to connect your VivoPC to a DisplayPort or VGA, DVI, or HDMI external display. LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. Headphone/Audio Out jack The stereo headphone jack is used to connect the system’s audio out signal to amplified speakers or headphones. Microphone jack The microphone jack is designed to connect the microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.
Rear air vents The air vents on the rear allow warm air to exit the VivoPC. IMPORTANT! For optimum heat dissipation and air ventilation, keep the air vents at least 10 cm away from any obstructions. Power input (DC 19V) The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the VivoPC. To prevent damage to the VivoPC, always use the bundled power adapter. WARNING! The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use.
Using your VivoPC 2
Getting started Connecting the AC power adapter To connect the AC power adapter to your VivoPC: A. Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. B. Plug the AC power cord into a 100 V~240 V power source. C. Connect the DC power connector into your VivoPC’s power (DC) input port. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance depending on the model or region.
IMPORTANT! • We strongly recommend that you use only the AC power adapter and cable that came with your VivoPC. • We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your VivoPC. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your VivoPC. • To disconnect your VivoPC from its main power supply, unplug your VivoPC from the power socket. NOTE: Power adapter information: • Input voltage: 100 Vac - 240 Vac • Input frequency: 50 Hz - 60 Hz • Rating output current: 3.
Connecting a display panel You can connect a display panel or projector to your VivoPC that has the following connectors: • HDMI connector • DisplayPort connector • VGA connector (use with a DisplayPort to VGA adapter or HDMI to VGA adapter) • DVI connector (use with an HDMI to DVI adapter) NOTE: The HDMI to DVI adapter, DisplayPort to VGA adapter, or HDMI to VGA adapter are each sold separately.
Connecting USB keyboard or mouse You can connect generally any USB keyboard and mouse to your VivoPC. You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard and mouse set. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your VivoPC: Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any of the USB 2.0 ports of your VivoPC. Connecting keyboard or mouse via USB 2.
Turning on your VivoPC Press the power button to turn on your VivoPC.
Turning off your VivoPC If your VivoPC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your VivoPC turns off. Putting your VivoPC to sleep To put your VivoPC on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. Entering the BIOS Setup BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings that are needed for system startup in the VivoPC. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance.
Quickly enter the BIOS To quickly enter the BIOS: • Press the power button for at least four (4) seconds to shut down your VivoPC, then press the power button again to turn your VivoPC back on, then press or during POST. • When your VivoPC is off, disconnect the power cord from your VivoPC’s power connector. Reconnect the power cable and press the power button to turn on your VivoPC. Press or during POST.
3 Installing system components
Installing memory modules Your VivoPC Barebone comes with two SO-DIMM memory slots that allow you to install two 2 GB, 4 GB, or 8 GB unbuffered with non-ECC 1.35V DDR3 204-pin SO-DIMMs for a maximum of 16 GB memory. IMPORTANT! You can only install 1.35V DDR3 SO-DIMM to the VivoPC’s DIMM slots. NOTE: Refer to http://www.asus.com for the list of compatible DIMMs. To install or upgrade the memory modules: 22 1. Turn off your VivoPC. 2. Disconnect all cables and peripherals. 3.
5. Slide the top cover towards the rear of VivoPC until it is detached from the chassis. 6. Remove the cover and set aside. 7. Carefully slide the DualBay adapter from the SATA connector then remove it from the drive bay. NOTE: The VivoPC barebone is shipped with an empty DualBay adapter by default. If you wish to replace the DualBay adapter with a 3.5-inch HDD, refer to the section Installing a 3.5-inch HDD for more information.
D HD Memory 8. Prepare the memory module. 9. Release the screw that secures the SO-DIMM slot cover (A) then pry the slot cover open (B). Serial ATA connector SO-DIMM slot cover Memory drive bay 10. Align and insert the memory module into the slot (A) and press it down (B) until it is securely seated in place. Repeat the same steps to install the other memory module. IMPORTANT! Always install into the lower slot first.
11. Replace the SO-DIMM slot cover (A) and secure it with the screw (B) you removed earlier. 12. Replace the Vivo DualBay adapter into the drive bay then slide it towards the SATA connector.
13. Replace the top cover then slide it towards the front of VivoPC to re-attach. 14. Lock the latch to securely fasten the top cover to the chassis.
Installing storage devices You can install two 2.5-inch HDDs or SSDs (via the Vivo DualBay adapter) or one 3.5-inch HDD as storage device for your VivoPC barebone. Installing 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs IMPORTANT! Ensure to turn off your VivoPC and disconnect all cables and peripherals before installing any device or component. To install 2.5-inch HDDs/SSDs: 1. Place the VivoPC on a flat and stable surface. 2. Press down the latch at the rear panel to release the top cover of the VivoPC. 3.
4. Remove the cover and set aside. 5. Carefully slide the Vivo DualBay adapter away from the SATA connector then remove it from the drive bay. Vivo DualBay adapter VivoPC 28 6. Place the Vivo DualBay adapter on a flat and stable surface. 7. Remove the screws at the rear of the Vivo DualBay adapter and set aside.
8. Detach the top cover by sliding it towards the rear as shown. 9. Prepare a 2.5-inch HDD or SSD and the bundled set of screws. 10. Align the SATA connector of the 2.5-inch HDD or SSD to the SATA connector on the lower part of the Vivo DualBay adapter then slide the 2.5-inch HDD or SSD into the adapter’s SATA connector as shown. SATA connector (HDD/SSD) SATA connector (lower port on Vivo DualBay adapter) 2.
11. Locate the screw slots at the bottom of the Vivo DualBay adapter then secure the 2.5-inch HDD/SSD to the adapter using the bundled set of screws. Set aside. 12. Get the top cover of the Vivo DualBay adapter and place it upside down on a flat and stable surface. 13. Get another 2.5-inch HDD or SSD then position it upside down on top of the Vivo DualBay cover matching the screw holes on the drive with the screw holes on the top cover. second 2.5-inch HDD/SSD screw holes (2.
14. Secure the 2.5-inch HDD or SSD to the top cover using the set of bundled screws. 15. Place the top cover and HDD or SSD assembly into the Vivo DualBay adapter then slide it towards the SATA connector. NOTE: Ensure that the SATA connector of the HDD/SSD on the top cover matches the SATA connector on the Vivo DualBay adapter, and that the screw holes at the rear of the top cover matches the screw holes on the adapter as shown. SATA connector top cover and 2.
16. Secure the top cover and 2.5-inch HDD or SSD assembly to the Vivo DualBay adapter using the screws that you removed earlier in step 7. 17. Place the Vivo DualBay adapter assembly into the VivoPC’s drive bay then slide it towards the SATA connector to secure it in place.
18. Replace the top cover then slide it towards the front of VivoPC to re-attach. 19. Lock the latch to securely fasten the top cover to the chassis. 20. Reconnect all cables and peripherals. 21. Turn on your VivoPC.
Installing a 3.5-inch HDD To install a 3.5-inch HDD: 34 1. Place the VivoPC on a flat and stable surface. 2. Press down the latch at the rear panel to release the top cover of the VivoPC. 3. Slide the top cover towards the rear of VivoPC until it is detached from the chassis. 4. Remove the cover and set aside.
5. Disconnect the Vivo DualBay adapter from the SATA connector then remove it from the drive bay. Vivo DualBay adapter VivoPC 6. Remove the four black screws with rubber heads from the Vivo DualBay adapter then set aside. NOTE: Use an appropriate tool such as a screw driver when performing this step. rubber head black screw 7. Prepare the 3.5-inch HDD.
8. Attach each of the four black screws with rubber head assembly into the screw holes of the HDD as shown. black screw rubber head 9. Position the Serial ATA HDD on top of the drive bay to an orientation where the HDD’s SATA connectors are aligned to the SATA connector in the VivoPC drive bay. 10. Match the rubber heads with the four screw slots on the drive bay. 11. Carefully, place the Serial ATA HDD into the drive bay, then slide the drive towards the SATA connector.
12. Ensure that the Serial ATA HDD is securely seated in place and the SATA connectors are connected properly. 13. Replace the top cover then slide it towards the front of VivoPC to re-attach.
15. Lock the latch to securely fasten the top cover to the chassis.
Appendix
Safety information Your VivoPC 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 heated source. Set up the system on a stable surface. Openings on the chassis are for ventilation.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. NO DISASSEMBLY The warranty does not apply to the products that have been disassembled by users DO NOT throw the VivoPC in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
Regulatory notices REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment.
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • • • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
France Restricted Wireless Frequency Bands Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors are: • • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOTE: Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz.
This requirement is likely to change over time, allowing you to use your wireless LAN card in more areas within France. Please check with ART for the latest information (www.art-telecom.fr) NOTE: Your WLAN Card transmits less than 100mW, but more than 10mW. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
CE Mark Warning CE marking for devices without wireless LAN/Bluetooth The shipped version of this device complies with the requirements of the EEC directives 2004/108/EC “Electromagnetic compatibility” and 2006/95/EC “Low voltage directive”.
ENERGY STAR complied product ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor and computer are automatically set to sleep after 10 and 30 minutes of user inactivity.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail info@asus.com.tw Web site http://www.asus.com Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support +86-21-3842-9911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# http://support.asus.com/techserv/techserv.
VivoPC Barebone 49 EC Declaration of Conformity 4F, No. 150, LI-TE Rd., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112, TAIWAN ASUS COMPUTER GmbH HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN GERMANY Address: Authorized representative in Europe: Address, City: Country: VC62B Model name : Declaration Date: 15/09/2014 Year to begin affixing CE marking: 2014 CE marking Signature : __________ Position : CEO Name : Jerry Shen (EC conformity marking) Regulation (EC) No. 617/2013 2011/65/EU-RoHS Directive Regulation (EC) No.
VivoPC Barebone Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 Ver. 140331 (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539. Asus Computer International FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Date : Date : Sep. 15, 2014 Signature : Signature : Jun. 25, 2014 Steve Chang / President Representative Person’s Name : Representative Person’s Name : Steve Chang / President This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
