Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH User Guide Intel® NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH Intel® NUC Kit NUC6i5SYH User Guide 1
Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH 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 NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH User Guide This guide tells you how to: • • • • • • • Install and remove memory Install an M.2 SSD 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.
Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH 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 NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH User Guide Install an M.2 SSD Intel NUC Kits NUC6i3SYH and NUC6i5SYH support 80mm and 42mm SSDs. For a list of tested M.2 SSDs, go to the Tested Peripherals page on the Support site. If you are installing an 80mm M.2 SSD: 1. Remove the small silver screw from the 80mm 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 NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH 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. 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). 2.
Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH 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. Using the four small black screws that were included in the box, attach the VESA bracket to the back of the monitor or TV.
Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH 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.
Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH User Guide Connect Power Country-specific power plug attachments are included in the Intel NUC Kit box. 1. Choose the attachment for your region. SKU Attachments in the box (Product codes) NUC6i5SYH NUC6i5SYHR NUC6i3SYH NUC6i3SYHR US – United States UK – United Kingdom EU – European Union AUS - Australia ARG - Argentina CHN - China BRA - Brazil IND - India NUC6i5SYHL NUC6i3SYHL 2. Slide the attachment (B) onto the power plug, locking it into place (A).
Intel NUC Kit NUC6i3SYH & NUC6i5SYH 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.
