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ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement. This limit also applies to ASUS’ suppliers and its reseller. It is the maximum for which ASUS, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible.
Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive ........24 Upgrading memory modules ..............28 Installing or upgrading the wireless card ..........29 Installing or upgrading the M.2 SSD ............31 Appendix Safety information ...................36 Setting up your system.................36 Care during use ....................37 Regulatory notices ...................38 ASUS contact information ................42 E420...
VivoMini's data and components. Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select. Italic This indicates sections that you can refer to in this manual. E420...
• * Actual product specifications and package contents may vary depending on the model type, country, or region. • I f the device or any of its components fail or malfunction during normal or proper use and it is still within the warranty period, bring the device and the warranty card to you nearest ASUS Service Center. E420...
This built-in memory card reader slot supports MMC, SD, SDHC, and SDXC card formats. Power button The power button allows you to turn the PC on or off. You can also press the power button once to put your PC to sleep mode. E420...
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5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Microphone jack The microphone jack is designed to connect to a microphone used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings. Headphone jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones. E420...
Rear panel Wireless antenna jack The jack is used to connect the supplied wireless antenna to enhance wireless signal reception. E420...
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WARNING! The power adapter may become warm to hot when in use. Do not cover the adapter and keep it away from your body. Kensington® security slot The Kensington® security slot allows you to secure your PC using Kensington® compatible security products. E420...
Getting started Connecting the wireless antenna Connect the wireless antenna to your PC to enhance the wireless signal. Ensure that the wireless antenna is in an upright position (90° angle) to get the best wireless reception. E420...
Align the stand’s mounting hole with the mounting hole on your PC, then secure it in place with the stand screw. stand screw IMPORTANT! Ensure that your PC is mounted on its stand before placing it on a stable and flat surface. E420...
PC. You can also connect a USB dongle for a wireless keyboard and mouse set. To connect a keyboard and mouse to your VivoMini: Connect the USB cable from your keyboard and mouse to any of the USB ports of your PC. NOTE: The keyboard varies with country or region. E420...
HDMI connector • VGA connector To connect a display panel to your PC: Connect one end of an HDMI or a VGA cable to an external display, and the other end of the cable to your PC’s HDMI or VGA port. E420...
Connect the DC power connector into your PC’s power (DC) input. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. IMPORTANT! • W e strongly recommend that you use only the AC power cord that came with your PC. • W e strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your PC. • T he socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your PC. • T o disconnect your PC from its main power supply, unplug your PC from the power socket. E420...
BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update. WARNING! Inappropriate BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. E420...
To load the default values for each of the parameters in your BIOS: • Enter the BIOS by following the steps mentioned in the Quickly enter the BIOS section. • Navigate to the Exit menu. • Select the Load Optimized Defaults option, or you may press <F5>. • Select Yes to load the default BIOS values. E420...
To install or upgrade the hard disk drives / solid state drives: Turn off your PC then disconnect all cables and peripherals. Remove the antenna from you PC. Place the PC on a flat stable surface, with the side with the rubber feet facing upwards. E420...
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PC (B) until it is detached from the chassis. Lift and remove the top cover and set it aside. Remove the two (2) screws from the bracket (A), then remove the bracket (B). E420...
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Secure the HDD/SSD to the bracket using two (2) screws. Slide the HDD/SSD and bracket assembly into the chassis and connect the HDD/SSD into the SATA6G_1 connector. 10. Secure the HDD/SSD and bracket assembly to the motherboard using two (2) screws. E420...
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11. Replace the side cover of your PC and slide it towards the front of the PC to re-attach (A), then secure it with the six (6) screws removed earlier (B). E420...
Your PC comes with a SO-DIMM memory slot that allow you to install a DDR4. IMPORTANT! Refer to http://www.asus.com for the list of compatible DIMMs. You can only install a DDR4 to the PC’s DIMM slot. To install or upgrade the memory modules: Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5”...
Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to remove the side cover of your PC. Align and insert the wireless card into its slot inside the PC (A), then secure it with a screw (B). E420...
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Connect the black antenna to MAIN or and the white antenna to AUX or on the wireless card (C). Follow step 10 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the side cover of your PC. E420...
Align and insert the M.2 SSD into its slot inside the PC. Secure the M.2 SSD with a screw. Follow step 10 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the side cover of your PC. E420...
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Follow steps 1-5 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to remove the side cover of your PC. Insert the bundled hexagon screw. Align and insert the M.2 SSD into its slot inside the PC. E420...
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Secure the M.2 SSD with a screw. Follow step 10 under the Installing 2.5” hard disk drive / solid state drive section to replace the side cover of your PC. E420...
Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings. • Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C and 35˚C. • If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed its ampere rating. • This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body. E420...
This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment, and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local technical support services for product recycling. E420...
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.
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20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. E420...
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Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer un fonctionnement non souhaité de l’appareil. E420...
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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.
+1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://usa.asus.com Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 General support +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555...
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CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Mini Desktop PC Model Number : E420 Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...