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... USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. SERVICE AND SUPPORT...
... USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. SERVICE AND SUPPORT...
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... view...13 Right view...14 Rear view...15 Using your Mini PC Getting started...22 Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC 22 Connect a display panel to your device 24 Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse 26 Turn on your Mini PC...27 Turning your Mini PC off...28 Putting your Mini PC to sleep 28 Entering the BIOS Setup...28 Load default BIOS settings 29 Upgrading your Mini PC Removing the top cover...32 Replacing the top cover...33 Installing the M.2 SSD...34 Installing memory modules 35 Installing the wireless card 36
... view...13 Right view...14 Rear view...15 Using your Mini PC Getting started...22 Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC 22 Connect a display panel to your device 24 Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse 26 Turn on your Mini PC...27 Turning your Mini PC off...28 Putting your Mini PC to sleep 28 Entering the BIOS Setup...28 Load default BIOS settings 29 Upgrading your Mini PC Removing the top cover...32 Replacing the top cover...33 Installing the M.2 SSD...34 Installing memory modules 35 Installing the wireless card 36
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... 2: Using your Mini PC This chapter provides you with information on the TPM options. Chapter 4: TPM This chapter provides you with information on using your Mini PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Mini PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Getting to upgrade the memory modules, wireless modules, and hard disk drive / solid state drive of your Mini PC. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 5 Chapter 3: Upgrading your Mini PC...
... 2: Using your Mini PC This chapter provides you with information on the TPM options. Chapter 4: TPM This chapter provides you with information on using your Mini PC. About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Mini PC, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Getting to upgrade the memory modules, wireless modules, and hard disk drive / solid state drive of your Mini PC. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 5 Chapter 3: Upgrading your Mini PC...
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Actual product specifications may vary with models. • If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to their respective user manuals. • The device illustration is for replacement of the defective components. 8 ASUS Mini PC PL Series NOTE: • *The bundled power adapter may vary by model and territories. • Some bundled accessories may vary with different models. For details on these accessories, refer to the ASUS Service Center for reference only.
Actual product specifications may vary with models. • If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to their respective user manuals. • The device illustration is for replacement of the defective components. 8 ASUS Mini PC PL Series NOTE: • *The bundled power adapter may vary by model and territories. • Some bundled accessories may vary with different models. For details on these accessories, refer to the ASUS Service Center for reference only.
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Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your Mini PC is accessing the internal storage drive. You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Features Front view Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your headset or an external microphone. 10 ASUS Mini PC PL Series
Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your Mini PC is accessing the internal storage drive. You can also use this port to connect amplified speakers or headphones. Features Front view Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up when your headset or an external microphone. 10 ASUS Mini PC PL Series
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... output. NOTE: When using only this port as a display output source, this port will support a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz. The resolution may vary per model. NOTE: When using only this port as a display output source, this port will support a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz. NOTE: This port may also be affected by the cabling and output device. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 11
... output. NOTE: When using only this port as a display output source, this port will support a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz. The resolution may vary per model. NOTE: When using only this port as a display output source, this port will support a resolution of up to 3840 x 2160 @60Hz. NOTE: This port may also be affected by the cabling and output device. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 11
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Power button The power button allows you to force shutdown your Mini PC to sleep mode or press it for four (4) seconds to turn the Mini PC on or off. You can use the power button to put your Mini PC. 12 ASUS Mini PC PL Series USB 3.2 Gen 2 port The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 10 Gbit/s.
Power button The power button allows you to force shutdown your Mini PC to sleep mode or press it for four (4) seconds to turn the Mini PC on or off. You can use the power button to put your Mini PC. 12 ASUS Mini PC PL Series USB 3.2 Gen 2 port The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 10 Gbit/s.
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IMPORTANT! Be careful of the hot air expelled at the air vents as it may cause discomfort or injuries. For optimum heat dissipation and air ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from obstructions. CAUTION! Air vents (exhaust vent) The air vents allow your Mini PC chassis to a local network. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 15 Rear view LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for 10/100/1000/2500Mbps connection to expel hot air out.
IMPORTANT! Be careful of the hot air expelled at the air vents as it may cause discomfort or injuries. For optimum heat dissipation and air ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from obstructions. CAUTION! Air vents (exhaust vent) The air vents allow your Mini PC chassis to a local network. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 15 Rear view LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for 10/100/1000/2500Mbps connection to expel hot air out.
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... is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to an external display. The resolution may also be affected by the cabling and output device. HDMI™ port The HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port supports a Full-HD device such as a display output source, this port will support a resolution of up to allow viewing on a larger external display. 16 ASUS Mini PC PL Series DisplayPort This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to enhance wireless signal...
... is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to an external display. The resolution may also be affected by the cabling and output device. HDMI™ port The HDMI™ (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port supports a Full-HD device such as a display output source, this port will support a resolution of up to allow viewing on a larger external display. 16 ASUS Mini PC PL Series DisplayPort This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to enhance wireless signal...
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The resolution may vary per model. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 17 NOTE: When using the Thunderbolt™ 4 port as a display output source, this port as a power (DC) input port, ensure to remove the cable from the Power input port. • Ensure to power off your device when switching between the Thunderbolt™ 4 port and Power input port. Thunderbolt™ 4 port (on selected models) This Thunderbolt™ 4 port provides the following: • Transfer rate of...
The resolution may vary per model. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 17 NOTE: When using the Thunderbolt™ 4 port as a display output source, this port as a power (DC) input port, ensure to remove the cable from the Power input port. • Ensure to power off your device when switching between the Thunderbolt™ 4 port and Power input port. Thunderbolt™ 4 port (on selected models) This Thunderbolt™ 4 port provides the following: • Transfer rate of...
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... using the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port as a display output source, this port as a power (DC) input port, ensure to remove the cable from the Power input port. • Ensure to power off your device when switching between the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port and Power input port. 18 ASUS Mini PC PL Series CAUTION! • D O NOT connect your Mini PC to a device which is PD (Power Delivery) compliant and a 100W (20V, 5A) output and LPS compliant. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®...
... using the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port as a display output source, this port as a power (DC) input port, ensure to remove the cable from the Power input port. • Ensure to power off your device when switching between the USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port and Power input port. 18 ASUS Mini PC PL Series CAUTION! • D O NOT connect your Mini PC to a device which is PD (Power Delivery) compliant and a 100W (20V, 5A) output and LPS compliant. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®...
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Power supplied through this jack. WARNING! ASUS Mini PC PL Series 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use with this jack supplies power to DC power for use . Power input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Mini PC. To prevent damage to 10 Gbit/s. USB 3.2 Gen 2 port The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to the Mini PC, always use the supplied power adapter.
Power supplied through this jack. WARNING! ASUS Mini PC PL Series 19 Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use with this jack supplies power to DC power for use . Power input The supplied power adapter converts AC power to the Mini PC. To prevent damage to 10 Gbit/s. USB 3.2 Gen 2 port The USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to the Mini PC, always use the supplied power adapter.
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B. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your Mini PC: A. Plug the AC power adapter into your Mini PC's power (DC) input. Connect the power cord to your region. 22 ASUS Mini PC PL Series C. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. Getting started Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC To connect the AC power adapter to the AC power adapter.
B. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your Mini PC: A. Plug the AC power adapter into your Mini PC's power (DC) input. Connect the power cord to your region. 22 ASUS Mini PC PL Series C. Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. Getting started Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC To connect the AC power adapter to the AC power adapter.
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NOTE: The power adapter may vary between models and territories, please refer to the following for more information on the different adapters: 90W Power adapter • Input voltage: 100-240 Vac • Input frequency: 50-60 Hz • Rating output current: 4.62 A (90.0W) • Rating output voltage: 19.5 V ASUS Mini PC PL Series 23
NOTE: The power adapter may vary between models and territories, please refer to the following for more information on the different adapters: 90W Power adapter • Input voltage: 100-240 Vac • Input frequency: 50-60 Hz • Rating output current: 4.62 A (90.0W) • Rating output voltage: 19.5 V ASUS Mini PC PL Series 23
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To connect a display panel to your Mini PC: Connect one end of an HDMI™, DisplayPort, or Thunderbolt™ 4 cable to an external display, and the other end of the cable to your Mini PC's HDMI™, DisplayPort, or Thunderbolt™ 4 port. Connect display via HDMI™ port 24 ASUS Mini PC PL Series Connect a display panel to your device You can connect a display panel or projector to your device that has the following connectors: • HDMI™ connector • DisplayPort • Thunderbolt™ 4 connector NOTE: These ports may vary per model.
To connect a display panel to your Mini PC: Connect one end of an HDMI™, DisplayPort, or Thunderbolt™ 4 cable to an external display, and the other end of the cable to your Mini PC's HDMI™, DisplayPort, or Thunderbolt™ 4 port. Connect display via HDMI™ port 24 ASUS Mini PC PL Series Connect a display panel to your device You can connect a display panel or projector to your device that has the following connectors: • HDMI™ connector • DisplayPort • Thunderbolt™ 4 connector NOTE: These ports may vary per model.
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Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any USB keyboard and mouse to your Mini PC: Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard and mouse set. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your Mini PC. NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region. 26 ASUS Mini PC PL Series You can connect generally any of the USB ports of your Mini PC.
Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any USB keyboard and mouse to your Mini PC: Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard and mouse set. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your Mini PC. NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region. 26 ASUS Mini PC PL Series You can connect generally any of the USB ports of your Mini PC.
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... of a trained service personnel. 28 ASUS Mini PC PL Series We strongly recommend that are needed for at least four (4) seconds until your Mini PC turns off If your Mini PC to enter Sleep mode by pressing the Power button once, search for Control Panel in the Windows Search Box, then navigate to Hardware and Sound > Power Options > Choose what the power button does, and set When I press the power button to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component...
... of a trained service personnel. 28 ASUS Mini PC PL Series We strongly recommend that are needed for at least four (4) seconds until your Mini PC turns off If your Mini PC to enter Sleep mode by pressing the Power button once, search for Control Panel in the Windows Search Box, then navigate to Hardware and Sound > Power Options > Choose what the power button does, and set When I press the power button to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component...
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Load default BIOS settings To load the default values for each of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you may press . • Select OK to the Exit menu. • Select the Load Optimized Defaults option, or you turn on your BIOS: • Enter the BIOS by pressing or on the POST screen. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 29 NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of the parameters in your Mini PC. • Navigate to load the default BIOS values.
Load default BIOS settings To load the default values for each of software controlled diagnostic tests that run when you may press . • Select OK to the Exit menu. • Select the Load Optimized Defaults option, or you turn on your BIOS: • Enter the BIOS by pressing or on the POST screen. ASUS Mini PC PL Series 29 NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of the parameters in your Mini PC. • Navigate to load the default BIOS values.
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... the installation process. Turn off your hands are for further assistance. • Ensure that you install or upgrade the memory modules, wireless card, and solid state drive (SSD), under professional supervision. IMPORTANT! • It is recommended that your Mini PC then disconnect all cables and peripherals. 2. The slots may vary depending on model. Removing the top cover 1. Before installing any of the features in this guide, use a grounded...
... the installation process. Turn off your hands are for further assistance. • Ensure that you install or upgrade the memory modules, wireless card, and solid state drive (SSD), under professional supervision. IMPORTANT! • It is recommended that your Mini PC then disconnect all cables and peripherals. 2. The slots may vary depending on model. Removing the top cover 1. Before installing any of the features in this guide, use a grounded...
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...cord does not exceed its ampere rating. • This product should be connected by means of a power cord to a socket-outlet with earthing connection. • This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. ...of the devices plugged into the ventilation openings. • Use this product near water or a heated source. • Set up your system • Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before cleaning the system. 40 ASUS Mini PC PL Series Safety information Your Mini PC is designed and tested to meet...
...cord does not exceed its ampere rating. • This product should be connected by means of a power cord to a socket-outlet with earthing connection. • This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. ...of the devices plugged into the ventilation openings. • Use this product near water or a heated source. • Set up your system • Read and follow all instructions in the documentation before cleaning the system. 40 ASUS Mini PC PL Series Safety information Your Mini PC is designed and tested to meet...