CDX10 Series Zero Client BOX User Guide
Table of contents Notices.......................................................................................................... iv Safety information........................................................................................ v Care and cleaning........................................................................................ vi ii 1.1 Welcome........................................................................................ 1-1 1.2 Package contents...........................
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Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Safety information Use only the AC/DC adapter model: AD891M21010ALF&AD891M21210ALF • Before setting up the box, carefully read all the documentation that came with the package. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, never expose the zero client to rain or moisture. • Never try to open the zero client cabinet. The dangerous high voltages inside the zero client may result in serious physical injury. • If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself.
Care and cleaning • Before you lift or reposition your zero client , it is better to disconnect the cables and power cord. Follow the correct lifting techniques when positioning the zero client . When lifting or carrying the zero client , grasp the edges of the zero client . Do not lift the zero client by the stand or the cord. • Cleaning. Turn your zero client off and unplug the power cord. Clean the zero client surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to http://www.asus.com 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
1.1 Welcome Thank you for purchasing the ASUS® zero client box . The latest zero client box from ASUS delivers you a seamless desktop and viewing experiences. Please enjoy the convenient and delightful experience that the zero client brings to you! 1.2 Package contents Check your package for the following items: Box set Wall mount Base and screw Quick start guide Warranty card Adapter DVI Cable • 1-1 If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately.
1.3 1. • Assembling the zero client box Use Base Assembly Attach the base to the box and fix with the screw to join them tightly. You can easily tighten the screw by screw driver. 1 2. 2 Use Wall mount Assembly • Attach the wall mount to the back of display and fix with the screw to join them the tightly. • Snap the box into the wall mount (You can use 100x100mm or 75x75mm two modes to lock it).
1 2 3 4 or 1-3 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.4 Zero client introduction 1.4.1 Front of the box USB 1 1. 3 4 5 Power Indicator: • 2. 2 The color of power indicator is as below. Client Link LED Indicator: • The color of client link LED lndicator is as below. Status description LED1 White Client power on LED1 Dark Power off LED2 Green blinking RJ-45 jack is connected 3. Earphone-out 4. Microphone input 5.
1.4.2 Rear of the box 1 2 3 4 6 5 DVI-D DC IN 1. Kensington lock 2. Power-in jack 3. USB connector 4. RJ45 5. DVI-D 6. COM (*1) USB RJ-45 *1.
1.4.3 Key Power 1.4.
2.1 CLIENT BOX SYSTEM Box Power Control 1. Shortly press Power key to turn it on. 2. Click “Power Off” button in client system interface to turn off the client by SW. 3. Hold Power key for 4 seconds to force turn it off. 4. When AC power plugs in, box power LED will be lighted up for 1 second and then be turned off. This action sets WOL function ready and powers down the box. 5. USB ports do not provide 5V standby power at box DC Off mode. 2.1.1.
2.1.1.1. VDI Login Screen Label Description Protocol Select the connection protocol type. “Citrix HDX”, “Microsoft RemoteFX”, “VMware PCoIP” are provided in this option. Server IP Input remote server IP address the user connects to. (maximum input length: 100 characters) Input the user account name. (maximum input length: 30 characters) Input the user account password. (maximum input length: 30 characters) Input the remote server domain name.
* Note about display setting with VDI connection: Changing screen resolution setting should be done at local Client. Dynamically modify display setting in VDI will not be applied. Users can logout from VDI first and change display settings at local side. While user login VDI at next time, connection agent will adapt VDI display configuration to local side settings. * Note about connection to citrix: Connection to citrix server when the network is disconnect.
2.1.1.3. Menu Items Menu Item Description Open “Power” menu. It includes “Reboot”, “Power Off”, “Close” and “Quit” option. User can switch to Desktop mode by “Quit” option. Open “Volume Control Tool” to set system audio output volume. The icon will be changed if volume is set to zero. Open “Client Setup” window. It provides “Desktop”, “Display”, “Keyboard”, “Mouse”, “Network”, “Login Widget”, “Time” setting functions. Open “Network Test Tool” to test if network connection is working.
• Volume Control tool Label Description (Volume bar) The level value is from 0 to 100.
• Network Test tool Label Description Server Stop Input the server IP to test if network connection is working. (maximum input length: 20 characters) Start “ping” action. The ping result will be printed in below text area. Stop “ping” action. Close Close network test tool.
2.1.2. Desktop Mode In the Desktop mode, user can create shortcuts on desktop by connection manager and simply double click the shortcut to log in virtual desktop / remote applications. Advance options can be adjusted in each shortcut for different user scenarios. In client setup, several functions are provided to administrator for advance control. START Menu Status Row 2.1.2.1. START Menu Menu Item Description Login Widget Switch to Login Widget mode.
2.1.2.2. Status Row 16:16 Icon / Text Description The displayed icon will express network cable connection status. “Cross” showing when the cable is loose / plugged out. Open volume bar to set system audio output volume. The icon will be changed if volume is set to zero. 16:16 This column shows local client system date and time. User can update this date / time in Time setting window. 2.1.2.3.
Label Description Applications Devices Display “Applications” page. Display “Devices” page. Refresh Reload connection status which may be modified by “Device Manager”. “Navigator” list Add/Delete connection lists on different protocol. “Applications” list Display statistics of 3 protocol connections. Click on each protocol row will also switch to the connection list of corresponding protocol. *1. Characters cannot be used in connection name: ~ ` ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) += {}[]|\:;“‘<,>.?/ *2.
Label Description Applications Display “Applications” page. Devices Display “Devices” page. “Navigator” list Click on each item will switch to the corresponding setting page. “Devices” list Display global setting items. Every setting in “Devices” page will affect VDI/App of all protocols. Click on each setting row will also switch to the setting page. 2.1.2.4.
Item Description Desktop (*1) Switch to “Desktop” setting window to change wallpaper, client name and client system language. Display (*1) Switch to “Display” setting window to set screen resolution or dual display mode. Keyboard (*1) Switch to “Keyboard” setting window to set keyboard setting and layout. Mouse (*1) Switch to “Mouse” setting window to set mouse setting. Network Switch to “Network” setting window to set LAN network connection.
Item Description Desktop (*1) Please refer user mode descriptions. Display (*1) Keyboard (*1) Mouse (*1) Network Login Widget Time Change Password (*3) Firmware Update (*3) Switch to User mode (*3) Switch to “Change Password” setting window to change administrator password. Switch to “Firmware Update” window to update client firmware/software. Switch back to user mode menu. *3. This function is only available in administrator mode.
• Display setting window Monitor list *1. DVI-D output does not have hotplug EDID detection function. System only enables DVI-D output if user plugs in DVI-D cables before client boot up. *2. Change resolution of refresh rate will pop up confirmation window. If user does not click “confirm” button in 10 seconds, the display setting will be restored.
• Firmware Update window Local storage block FTP block Label Description Local file system Select this item to enable “update from local storage” block. [Local storage block] Enable force Check this option to enable force update mode. Force upupdate date does not check firmware version and update only the content files but the firmware version number. Browse Click this button will call the file selection window to let administrator select update files.
Request Timeout Adjust request timeout value. When administrator click “Browse” button, it will request FTP server to establish a connection. If the response time is larger than timeout value, the FTP connecting action will be aborted. Enable force Please refer above description in “local storage block”. update Browse Click this button will connect to FTP server and call the file selection window to let administrator select update files on FTP.
2.1.3. Client Network IP Setting • LAN setup • DHCP setting By default setting, client will request DHCP as local IP when client system boots up. User can check IP status in System Information window (in Login Widget mode) or in Network setting window (in Desktop mode). If the client IP is not correctly set, user can request DHCP again or set static IP.
3.1 Specifications Model Max. Resolution Power ON Consumption Mic phone CDX10 1920 x 1200/60 ON Mode: <22 W Yes Earphone Yes Power off < 0.5 W Power off and wake on LAN < 1.2 W Mounting Interface Phys. Dimension (WxHxD) Box Dimension (WxHxD) Net Weight (Esti.) Gross Weight (Esti.) Voltage Rating ASUS LCD Monitor CDX10 Series 100mm x 100mm & 75mm x 75mm 135 x 204.8 x 84 mm 195.6 x 31.2 x 130.5 mm 0.6 kg 1.
3.2 Trouble shooting (FAQ) Problem Power LED is not ON 3-2 Possible Solution • Press the button to check if the box is in the ON mode. • Check if the power cord is properly connected to the box and the power outlet.
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