Page 3 - Contents; Product introduction; Z5 Zero client specifications summary; Hardware setup
iii Contents Notices .......................................................................................................... vSafety information ...................................................................................... viAbout this guide .................................................
Page 4 - Running the Windows; Appendices
iv Contents 4.2 Running the Windows ® MultiPoint Server OS ........................... 4-6 4.2.1 Logging in to the MultiPoint Manager ............................. 4-6 4.2.2 Knowing the Windows ® MultiPoint Manager user interface .........................................................................
Page 5 - Notices; Federal Communications Commission Statement; Canadian Department of Communications Statement
v 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 caus...
Page 6 - Safety information; Electrical Safety; Operation Safety
vi Safety information Electrical Safety • Before installing or removing signal cables, ensure that the power cables for the system unit and all attached devices are unplugged. • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • ...
Page 7 - REACH; ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
vii DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulati...
Page 8 - Conventions; NOTE; About this guide; Audience
viii Conventions To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. NOTE : Tips and additional information to help you complete a task. IMPORTA...
Page 9 - References; Bold text
ix References Refer to the following sources for additional information, and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information for all ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Typography Bold text Indicates a...
Page 11 - Chapter 1
ASUS Z5 Zero Client This chapter describes the general features of the Z5 Zero Client, including the front panel and rear panel specifications. Chapter 1 Product introduction
Page 12 - Package contents
Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-2 • If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, please visit the ASUS Service Center for repair or replacement of the defective components. • If any of the components is damaged or missing, contact you...
Page 14 - Front panel; Knowing your Z5 Zero Client
Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-4 1.3.1 Front panel LED indicator Power button Headphone/Audio Out jack MIC-in port USB port Restore button To restore the system to its default setting, insert a blunt object to press the restore button for five seconds, or until the Power LED turns to orange. 1.3 ...
Page 15 - Rear panel
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 1-5 1.3.2 Rear panel The USB ports support one USB keyboard, one USB mouse, and one 500mA USB device (2.5” USB HDD).The Z5 Zero Client’s USB ports do not support a USB hub. HDMI port Power input (+5V 2A, 10W) D-Sub (VGA) port 2 *USB 2.0 ports LAN port Kensington® anti-theft lock ...
Page 16 - LED indications
Chapter 1: Product introduction 1-6 1.3.3 LED indications LED Color Display status Description Power button Orange ON Initializing Blue ON Standby mode Alternating orange and blue Blinking Server identifying the client. LED indicator Green Blinking The client is searching the IP. Green ON The client...
Page 17 - Chapter 2; Hardware se
ASUS Z5 Zero Client This chapter lists the hardware setup procedures that you have to perform when installing the system components. Chapter 2 Hardware se tup
Page 18 - Installing the stand
Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2-2 2.1 Installing the stand 2.2 Installing the Z5 Zero Client to a monitor Stand screw 1 2 $ Each side of the device has different notch shapes that matches with the slot on the stand. Ensure that the side notches match correctly with the slots on the stand. 1 2 3
Page 19 - Connecting a display; Connecting an LCD monitor
2-3 ASUS Z5 Zero Client 2.3 Connecting a display 2.3.1 Connecting an LCD monitor 2.3.2 Connecting an HDMI monitor This device supports EDID-supported monitors. Contact ASUS if your monitors are not EDID-supported. A dual-monitor setup is not supported. The VGA and HDMI ports cannot work at the same ...
Page 20 - Connecting USB devices
Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2-4 2.4 Connecting USB devices
Page 21 - Connecting to a network device; Connecting to a router; Connecting to a network switch
2-5 ASUS Z5 Zero Client 2.5 Connecting to a network device 2.5.1 Connecting to a router Router Network switch Router 2.5.2 Connecting to a network switch
Page 22 - Turning on the system
Chapter 2: Hardware setup 2-6 4 2.6 Turning on the system When your Z5 Zero Client is not in use, unplug the power adapter to save power. 2 3 1 The bundled power plug that comes with your device may vary with country or region.
Page 23 - Chapter 3; Driver installation
ASUS Z5 Zero Client This chapter provides instructions for installing the necessary drivers for your Z5 Zero Client network. Chapter 3 Driver installation
Page 24 - Installing the drivers; Using the ASUS InstAll Client support; To use the ASUS InstAll Client support:; ASUS InstAll
Chapter 3: Driver installation 3-2 3.1 Installing the drivers To install the LAN and VGA drivers of the Z5 Zero Client device, your host server must have the Windows ® MultiPoint Server 2011 (WMS 2011) installed. The ViewSpan (VGA driver) is a VGA utility that allows you to automatically detect the ...
Page 25 - Go; Installing the drivers manually; Installing the ViewSpan software (VGA driver); OK
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 3-3 3. Select LAN DRIVER (WMS Zero Client Manager) and VGA DRIVER (View Span) and click Go . 3.1.2 Installing the drivers manually Installing the ViewSpan software (VGA driver) To Install the ViewSpan software (VGA driver): 1. From the support CD, click VGA Driver (ViewSpan) and ...
Page 26 - I accept the terms in the License Agreement; Next
Chapter 3: Driver installation 3-4 3. Select I accept the terms in the License Agreement and click Next . 2. From the ViewSpan setup Wizard, click Next .
Page 28 - Finish; Cancel
Chapter 3: Driver installation 3-6 7. When the ViewSpan installation is complete, click Finish . 6. Wait while the Setup Wizard installs ViewSpan. Click Cancel to abort the installation.
Page 29 - Yes; No
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 3-7 Reboot your system after the ViewSpan is successfully installed. 8. Click Yes to reboot the system and for the ViewSpan configuration to take its effect. Click No to manually restart your system later.
Page 30 - Installing the WMS Zero Client Manager software (LAN Driver); To install the WMS Zero Client Manager software (LAN driver):
Chapter 3: Driver installation 3-8 Installing the WMS Zero Client Manager software (LAN Driver) To install the WMS Zero Client Manager software (LAN driver): 1. From the support CD, click LAN DRIVER (WMS Zero Client Manager) and click setup.exe . The Setup Wizard automatically installs the driver. C...
Page 31 - Yes, I want to restart my computer now; No, I will restart my computer later
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 3-9 3. Select Yes, I want to restart my computer now to reboot your system and for the WMS Zero Client Manager to take effect. Click Finish to restart your system. Otherwise, select No, I will restart my computer later to manually restart your computer. Reboot your system after t...
Page 33 - Chapter 4; er set
ASUS Z5 Zero Client This chapter tells how to setup and deploy your Z5 Zero Client. Detailed descriptions of the connections are also provided. Chapter 4 Client-serv er set up
Page 34 - Managing your client-server setup
4-2 Chapter 4: Client-server setup 4.1 Managing your client-server setup Today’s computers are becoming more powerful that they deliver high quality graphic and video performance, yet still have excess power to share. Windows MultiPoint Server 2011 strengthens the computer’s extra power and turns it...
Page 35 - Setting up your client-server system
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 4-3 4.1.2 Setting up your client-server system Router Switch Switch Server To set up your client-server system: 1. After installing WMS 2011, connect the server to the local area network (LAN).2. Log in to the WMS 2011 with your user name and password. Wait for the server to init...
Page 37 - Assign to this server
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 4-5 The selected Z5 client is added to Assigned Clients pane and the connect LED turns to green. 7. Create the account and password for each client’s station. 6. Select the Z5 client to add to your network from the Clients pane and click Assign to this server . 8. Log in to the c...
Page 38 - Enter; MultiPoint
4-6 Chapter 4: Client-server setup 1. From the WMS 2011 Log-in page, key in your administrator user name and password. Press Enter to launch the WMS 2011. Click Cancel to activate the screensaver mode. 4.2 Running the Windows ® MultiPoint Server OS 4.2.1 Logging in to the MultiPoint Manager To log i...
Page 39 - Knowing the Windows
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 4-7 4.2.2 Knowing the Windows ® MultiPoint Manager user interface Selected Item Tasks pane General Tasks pane Help Update alerts Main Menu tabs Computer Information pane
Page 40 - Home; Save connection settings to file
4-8 Chapter 4: Client-server setup Home This menu allows you to perform the administrative tasks, such as managing the clients and the systems present in your stations. 1. Click . 2. Click Edit server settings to modify your server settings. 3. Click Restart the computer or Shut down the computer to...
Page 41 - Stations; Configure auto-logon; Desktops
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 4-9 Stations This menu allows you to identify, configure, and edit your stations’ names. 1. Click . 2. Select the station from the left panel of the MultiPoint Manager window. 3. Click Identify station to know your client’s identification. 4. Click Rename station to rename your c...
Page 43 - Knowing your network stations; Assigning a client; Changing the location name
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 4-11 4.3 Knowing your network stations This menu allows you to add, delete and edit the clients and their corresponding network settings. Clients pane Assigned Clients pane Device Task Item pane General Task Item pane Clients : Shows the list of unassigned clients detected by the...
Page 44 - Configuring the network setting; Renaming the client’s name
4-12 Chapter 4: Client-server setup Configuring the network setting This function allows you to view and edit the client’s identified DHCP setting. 1. Tick the client’s name in the Clients pane. 2. Click Network setting . 3 Untick DHCP to edit the DHCP setting. 4. Click Submit to apply the changes. ...
Page 45 - Identifying the client; Clients
ASUS Z5 Zero Client 4-13 Identifying the client This function allows you to view the client’s name, IP address, and MAC address.1. Tick the client’s name in the Clients pane. 2. Click Identify client . The power switch’s LED blinks when the server identifies the client.
Page 47 - ASUS Z5 Zero client solution
ASUS Z5 Zero Client A-1 Appendices ASUS Z5 Zero client solution Suggested configuration table Applications Maximum number of Z5 devices Notes ESC500 (SKU #1) ESC500 (SKU #2) Office 12 14 For example:MS WordMS ExcelMS Powerpoint * WMS 2011 only supports MS Office with Volume Licensing. ** Professiona...
Page 48 - Suggested host server configuration table
A-2 Appendices Suggested host server configuration table Host server specifications Host Server ESC500 SKU #1 ESC SKU #2 Operating System Windows ® MultiPoint Server 2011 Standard/Premium versions Core Logic Intel ® C206 Chipset CPU i5 - 2400(3.1GHz, 6Mb cache, 4 cores) i7 - 2600(3.4GHz, 8Mb cache, ...
Page 49 - ASUS contact information; ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.; Technical Support
ASUS Z5 Zero Client A-3 ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259 Telephone +886-2-2894-3447 Fax +886-2-2890-7798 E-mail [email protected] Web site http://www.asus.com.tw Technical Support Telephone +86-21-38429911 Fax +86-21-58668722 ext: 910...
