Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide Intel® NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH Intel® NUC Kit NUC7i5BNH Intel® NUC Kit NUC7i3BNH User Guide 1
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide Before You Begin CAUTIONS The procedures in this user guide assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment. Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications link or network before performing any of the procedures described in this guide.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide This guide tells you how to: • • • • • • • Install an M.2 SSD Install and remove memory Install a 2.5” drive Install a VESA mount bracket Connect power Install an operating system Install the latest drivers Open the Intel NUC Chassis To open the Intel NUC chassis, follow these steps: 1. Unscrew the four corner screws on the bottom cover of the chassis and lift the cover. Install an M.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide 4. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (C). 5. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (D). If you are installing a 42mm M.2 SSD: 1. Remove the small silver screw from the metal standoff on the motherboard (A). 2. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector. 3. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (B). 4.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide Install SO-DIMMs If you plan to install just one SO-DIMM, install it in the lower memory socket. To install the SO-DIMMs, follow these steps: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 2. 2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord. 3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the SO-DIMM with the key in the socket. 4.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide Install a 2.5” SSD or Hard Drive For a list of tested 2.5” hard drives, go to the Tested Peripherals page on the Support site. Follow these instructions to install a 2.5” Solid State Drive (SSD) or Hard Disk Drive (HDD): 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 2. 2. Slide the 2.5” drive into the drive bay, ensuring the SATA connectors are fully seated into the connectors of the SATA daughter card (A). 3.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide Close the Chassis After all components have been installed, close the Intel NUC chassis. Intel recommends this be done by hand with a screwdriver to avoid over-tightening and possibly damaging the screws. Attach and Use the VESA Bracket (Optional) Follow these instructions to attach and use the VESA mount bracket: 1. Attach the VESA bracket to the back of the monitor or TV, using the four small black screws that were included in the box.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide 2. Attach the two slightly larger black screws to the bottom chassis cover of the Intel NUC. 3. Slide the Intel NUC onto the VESA mount bracket. Connect Power Country-specific power plug attachments are included in the Intel NUC Kit box. 1. Choose the attachment for your region.
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide NUC7i7BNHL NUC7i5BNHL NUC7i3BNHL ARG - Argentina CHN - China BRA - Brazil 2. Slide the attachment (B) onto the power plug, locking it into place (A).
Intel NUC Kit NUC7i7BNH, NUC7i5BNH & NUC7i3BNH User Guide 3. Connect AC power. Install an Operating System Refer to Supported Operating Systems for a list of Intel-validated Windows* operating systems, as well as versions of Linux that have been reported as compatible by Intel NUC owners. Refer to Operating System Installation for system requirements and installation steps.
