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...ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default... claims based in this Warranty Statement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at https://www.asus.com/support/ ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you are collectively responsible. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND...
...ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Circumstances may arise where because of a default... claims based in this Warranty Statement. SERVICE AND SUPPORT Visit our multi-language web site at https://www.asus.com/support/ ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you are collectively responsible. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS"WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND...
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... Rear view...14 Using your Mini PC Getting started...18 Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC 18 Connect a display panel to your Mini PC 20 Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse 23 Turn on your Mini PC...24 Turning your Mini PC off...25 Putting your Mini PC to sleep 25 Entering the BIOS Setup...25 Load default BIOS settings 26 Upgrading your Mini PC Removing the bottom cover 28 Replacing the bottom cover 29 Installing memory modules 30 Installing 2.5" HDD or SSD 31 Installing the M.2 SSD (on selected models 32 Installing the wireless card 33 PN61 Series...
... Rear view...14 Using your Mini PC Getting started...18 Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC 18 Connect a display panel to your Mini PC 20 Connect the USB cable from keyboard or mouse 23 Turn on your Mini PC...24 Turning your Mini PC off...25 Putting your Mini PC to sleep 25 Entering the BIOS Setup...25 Load default BIOS settings 26 Upgrading your Mini PC Removing the bottom cover 28 Replacing the bottom cover 29 Installing memory modules 30 Installing 2.5" HDD or SSD 31 Installing the M.2 SSD (on selected models 32 Installing the wireless card 33 PN61 Series...
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... with information on how to know your Mini PC This chapter details the hardware components of your Mini PC. Appendix This section includes notices and safety statements 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.
... with information on how to know your Mini PC This chapter details the hardware components of your Mini PC. Appendix This section includes notices and safety statements 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.
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Package contents Your Mini PC package contains the following items: ASUS Mini PC PN61 Series AC power adapter* Power cord* Technical documentations PN61 Series 7
Package contents Your Mini PC package contains the following items: ASUS Mini PC PN61 Series AC power adapter* Power cord* Technical documentations PN61 Series 7
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...; port This USB Type-C™ (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate of 5V / 1.5A output. 10 PN61 Series Features Front view Power button The power button allows you to charge your USB devices. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to sleep mode or press it for four (4) seconds to 10 Gbit/s. You can also use the power button to put your headset or an external...
...; port This USB Type-C™ (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate of 5V / 1.5A output. 10 PN61 Series Features Front view Power button The power button allows you to charge your USB devices. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to sleep mode or press it for four (4) seconds to 10 Gbit/s. You can also use the power button to put your headset or an external...
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Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up to 5 Gbit/s. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up when your Mini PC is accessing the internal storage drive. PN61 Series 11
Drive activity indicator This indicator lights up to 5 Gbit/s. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up when your Mini PC is accessing the internal storage drive. PN61 Series 11
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Air vents (exhaust vent) The air vents allow viewing on a larger external display. IMPORTANT: For an optimum heat dissipation and air ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from obstructions. 14 PN61 Series NOTE: This port supports up to expel hot air out. Rear view HDMI port The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to allow your Mini PC chassis to HDCP 2.0.
Air vents (exhaust vent) The air vents allow viewing on a larger external display. IMPORTANT: For an optimum heat dissipation and air ventilation, ensure that the air vents are free from obstructions. 14 PN61 Series NOTE: This port supports up to expel hot air out. Rear view HDMI port The HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) port supports a Full-HD device such as an LCD TV or monitor to allow your Mini PC chassis to HDCP 2.0.
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Thunderbolt 3 port This Thunderbolt 3 port provides the following port options: VGA port This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to connect devices that have serial ports such as mouse, modem, or printers. PN61 Series 15 DisplayPort This port allows you to an external display. and USB power delivery with a transfer rate up to a local network. Serial (COM) connector The 9-pin serial (COM) connector allows you to connect your Mini PC to an external display. LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for Thunderbolt 3 devices; USB 3.1 Gen 2, with...
Thunderbolt 3 port This Thunderbolt 3 port provides the following port options: VGA port This port allows you to connect your Mini PC to connect devices that have serial ports such as mouse, modem, or printers. PN61 Series 15 DisplayPort This port allows you to an external display. and USB power delivery with a transfer rate up to a local network. Serial (COM) connector The 9-pin serial (COM) connector allows you to connect your Mini PC to an external display. LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for Thunderbolt 3 devices; USB 3.1 Gen 2, with...
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LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for use with this jack supplies power to connect your body. 16 PN61 Series Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Mini PC to the Mini PC, always use . USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™/DisplayPort combo port This USB Type-C™ (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s, and supports Display port 1.2. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit...
LAN port The 8-pin RJ-45 LAN port supports a standard Ethernet cable for use with this jack supplies power to connect your body. 16 PN61 Series Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your Mini PC to the Mini PC, always use . USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™/DisplayPort combo port This USB Type-C™ (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s, and supports Display port 1.2. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit...
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Getting started Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC To connect the AC power adapter to the AC power adapter. Connect the power cord to your region. 18 PN61 Series Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. C. Plug the AC power adapter into your Mini PC's power (DC) input. B. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your Mini PC: A.
Getting started Connect the AC power adapter to your Mini PC To connect the AC power adapter to the AC power adapter. Connect the power cord to your region. 18 PN61 Series Connect the DC power connector into a 100V~240V power source. C. Plug the AC power adapter into your Mini PC's power (DC) input. B. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your Mini PC: A.
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... that you use only the AC power adapter and cable that came with your Mini PC. • We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Mini PC. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Mini PC. • To disconnect your Mini PC from its main power supply, unplug your Mini PC from the power socket. NOTE: The power adapter may vary between models and territories...
... that you use only the AC power adapter and cable that came with your Mini PC. • We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Mini PC. • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Mini PC. • To disconnect your Mini PC from its main power supply, unplug your Mini PC from the power socket. NOTE: The power adapter may vary between models and territories...
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... HDMI port. • When using the HDMI port, the Configurable port* will be disabled, and vice versa. • Ensure your Mini PC that has the following connectors: • HDMI connector • VGA connector • DisplayPort • Thunderbolt 3 port NOTE: • Up to the Features section for the location of the ports. 20 PN61 Series Connect a display panel to your Mini PC You can connect a display panel or projector to your device is powered off when switching between the HDMI port and the Configurable port*. * This port...
... HDMI port. • When using the HDMI port, the Configurable port* will be disabled, and vice versa. • Ensure your Mini PC that has the following connectors: • HDMI connector • VGA connector • DisplayPort • Thunderbolt 3 port NOTE: • Up to the Features section for the location of the ports. 20 PN61 Series Connect a display panel to your Mini PC You can connect a display panel or projector to your device is powered off when switching between the HDMI port and the Configurable port*. * This port...
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Connect display via VGA port Connect display via HDMI port PN61 Series 21 To connect a display panel to your Mini PC: Connect one end of an HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, or a Thunderbolt 3 cable to an external display, and the other end of the cable to your Mini PC's HDMI port, VGA port, DisplayPort, or Thunderbolt 3 port.
Connect display via VGA port Connect display via HDMI port PN61 Series 21 To connect a display panel to your Mini PC: Connect one end of an HDMI, VGA, DisplayPort, or a Thunderbolt 3 cable to an external display, and the other end of the cable to your Mini PC's HDMI port, VGA port, DisplayPort, or Thunderbolt 3 port.
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NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region. You can connect generally any of the USB ports of your Mini PC. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your Mini PC. PN61 Series 23 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.
NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region. You can connect generally any of the USB ports of your Mini PC. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your Mini PC. PN61 Series 23 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.
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... change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Putting your Mini PC to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for at least four (4) seconds until your Mini PC turns off If your Mini PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. WARNING! PN61 Series...
... change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. Putting your Mini PC to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for at least four (4) seconds until your Mini PC turns off If your Mini PC is unresponsive, press and hold the power button for system startup in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on Sleep mode, press the Power button once. WARNING! PN61 Series...
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NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of the parameters in your Mini PC. • Navigate to load the default BIOS values. 26 PN61 Series 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.
NOTE: POST (Power-On Self Test) is a series of the parameters in your Mini PC. • Navigate to load the default BIOS values. 26 PN61 Series 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.
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... of the features in this guide, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to remove the bottom cover (B). 28 PN61 Series Place the Mini PC on model. Before installing any of the installation process. IMPORTANT! • It is recommended that your Mini PC then disconnect all cables and peripherals. 2. Visit an ASUS service center for reference only.
... of the features in this guide, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or metal object to avoid damaging them due to remove the bottom cover (B). 28 PN61 Series Place the Mini PC on model. Before installing any of the installation process. IMPORTANT! • It is recommended that your Mini PC then disconnect all cables and peripherals. 2. Visit an ASUS service center for reference only.
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Replacing the bottom cover Push the bottom cover from the right side towards the left side of the Mini PC (A), then secure it using the four (4) screws removed previously (B). PN61 Series 29
Replacing the bottom cover Push the bottom cover from the right side towards the left side of the Mini PC (A), then secure it using the four (4) screws removed previously (B). PN61 Series 29
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... insert the wireless card into its slot inside the Mini PC, then gently push down the wireless card on top of compatible wireless and Bluetooth modules. 1. (optional) Remove the M.2 SSD if an M.2 SSD is installed. Refer to your wireless card. Installing the wireless card NOTE: Your Mini PC includes a M.2 slot for the list of the screw hole and fasten it using the previously removed stand screw. 4. (optional) Connect the antennas to http://www.asus.com for...
... insert the wireless card into its slot inside the Mini PC, then gently push down the wireless card on top of compatible wireless and Bluetooth modules. 1. (optional) Remove the M.2 SSD if an M.2 SSD is installed. Refer to your wireless card. Installing the wireless card NOTE: Your Mini PC includes a M.2 slot for the list of the screw hole and fasten it using the previously removed stand screw. 4. (optional) Connect the antennas to http://www.asus.com for...
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... ampere rating of the devices plugged into the ventilation openings. • Use this product in the documentation before cleaning the system. 36 PN61 Series Safety information Your Mini PC is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. However, to meet the latest standards of space around the system for information technology equipment. Make sure you use this product near...
... ampere rating of the devices plugged into the ventilation openings. • Use this product in the documentation before cleaning the system. 36 PN61 Series Safety information Your Mini PC is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows. However, to meet the latest standards of space around the system for information technology equipment. Make sure you use this product near...