intel NUC8I7HNKQC Business Mini PC with Windows 10 User Guide

intel NUC8I7HNKQC Business Mini PC with Windows 10

Specifications

• Product : Intel NUC
• Model: NUC8i7HNKQC (Intel NUC 8 Business) / NUC8i7HVKVA (Intel NUC 8 Enthusiast)
• Memory: Two 260-pin DDR4 SO-DIMM sockets
• Memory Capacity: Two 8GB memory modules (16GB total)
• Memory Requirements:
  • 1.2V low voltage memory
  • 2400 MHz SO-DIMMs
  • Non-ECC
• M.2 SSD Support: 80mm and 42mm SSDs

Product Usage Instructions

Opening the Intel NUC Chassis
To open the Intel NUC chassis, follow these steps:

1. Using the included hex wrench, unscrew the six screws on the top cover of the chassis and lift the cover.
2. Unscrew the single screw to release the top plate.

Installing and Removing Memory

To install or remove memory in the Intel NUC, follow these steps:

1. Observe the precautions mentioned in the “Before You Begin” section.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.
3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the SO-DIMM with the key in the socket.
4. Insert the bottom edge of the SO-DIMM into the socket.
5. When the SO-DIMM is inserted, push down on the outer edge of the SO-DIMM until the retaining clips snap into place. Ensure that the clips are firmly in place.
6. If installing only one SO-DIMM, install it in the lower memory socket.

Installing an M.2 SSD
To install an M.2 SSD in the Intel NUC, follow these steps:

For 80mm M.2 SSD

1. Remove the small silver screw from the 80mm metal standoff on the motherboard (A).
2. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
3. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (B).
4. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (C).

For 42mm M.2 SSD

1. Remove the small silver screw from the metal standoff on the motherboard (A).
2. Move the standoff (B) from the 80mm position to the 42mm position (C).
3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
4. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (D).
5. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (E).

Closing the Chassis
After all the components have been installed, close the Intel NUC chassis. It is recommended to do this by hand with a screwdriver to avoid over-tightening and possibly damaging the screws.

Before You Begin

CAUTIONS
The procedures in this user guide assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using
and modifying electronic equipment.

Disconnect the computer from its power source and any telecommunications link or network before performing any of the procedures described in this guide. Failure to disconnect power, telecommunications links, or networks before you open the computer or perform any procedures can result in personal injury or equipment damage. Some circuitry on the board can continue to operate even though the front panel power button is off.

Follow these guidelines before you begin:

• Always follow the steps in each procedure in the correct order.
• Set up a log to record information about your computer, such as model, serial numbers, installed options, and configuration information.
• Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components. Perform the procedures described in this chapter only at an ESD workstation using an antistatic wrist strap and a conductive foam pad. If such a station is not available, you can provide some ESD protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap and attaching it to a metal part of the computer chassis.

Installation Precautions

When you install and test the Intel NUC, observe all warnings and cautions in the installation instructions.

To avoid injury, be careful of:

• Sharp pins on connectors
• Sharp pins on circuit boards
• Rough edges and sharp corners on the chassis
• Hot components (such as SSDs, processors, voltage regulators, and heat sinks)
• Damage to wires that could cause a short circuit

Observe all warnings and cautions that instruct you to refer computer servicing to qualified technical personnel.

Observe Safety and Regulatory Requirements
If you do not follow these instructions, you increase your safety risk and the possibility of noncompliance with regional laws and regulations.

This guide tells you how to:

• Open and Close the Chassis
• Install and Remove Memory
• Install an M.2 SSD
• Install a VESA Mount Bracket
• Connect Power
• Install an Operating System
• Keeping Drivers Current
• Operating System Recovery

Open the Intel NUC Chassis
To open the Intel NUC chassis, follow these steps:

1. Using the included hex wrench, unscrew the six screws on the top cover of the chassis and lift the cover.
2. Detach the cable from the top of the NUC.
3. Unscrew the single screw to release the top plate.

Installing and Removing Memory
The Intel NUC 8 Business – NUC8i7HNKQC and Intel NUC 8 Enthusiast – NUC8i7HVKVA have two 260-pin DDR4 SO-DIMM sockets. Although these NUCs come with both memory slots filled, follow these steps if memory is removed or installed.

Pre-installed memory

Intel® NUC 8 Business, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HNKQC

| Two 8GB memory modules

16GB total

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Intel® NUC 8 Enthusiast, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HVKVA

| Two 8GB memory modules

16GB total

Memory requirements

• 1.2V low voltage memory
• 2400 MHz SO-DIMMs
• Non-ECC

Find tested memory at the Intel® Product Compatibility Tool for:

• Intel® NUC 8 Business, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HNKQC
• Intel® NUC 8 Enthusiast, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HVKVA

NOTE: If only installing one SO-DIMM, install it in the lower memory socket.

To install memory, follow these steps

1. Observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 2.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power cord.
3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the SO-DIMM with the key in the socket.
4. Insert the bottom edge of the SO-DIMM into the socket.
5. When the SO-DIMM is inserted, push down on the outer edge of the SO-DIMM until the retaining clips snap into place. Make sure the clips are firmly in place.

To remove the memory, follow these steps

1. Observe the precautions in “Before You Begin” on page 2.
2. Turn off all peripheral devices connected to the computer. Turn off the computer.
3. Remove the AC power cord from the computer.
4. Remove the computer’s cover.
5. Gently spread the retaining clips at each end of the SO-DIMM socket. The SO-DIMM pops out of the socket.
6. Hold the SO-DIMM by the edges, lift it away from the socket, and store it in an anti-static package.
7. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the SO-DIMM sockets.
8. Replace the computer’s cover and reconnect the AC power cord.

Installing an M.2 SSD
The Intel NUC 8 Business – NUC8i7HNKQC and Intel NUC 8 Enthusiast – NUC8i7HVKVA support both 80mm and 42mm SSDs.

Find compatible M.2 SSDs at the Intel® Product Compatibility Tool for:

• Intel® NUC 8 Business, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HNKQC
• Intel® NUC 8 Enthusiast, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HVKVA

To install an 80mm M.2 SSD

1. Remove the small silver screw from the 80mm metal standoff on the motherboard (A).
2. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
3. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (B).
4. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (C).

To install a 42mm M.2 SSD

1. Remove the small silver screw from the metal standoff on the motherboard (A).
2. Move the standoff (B) from the 80mm position to the 42mm position (C).
3. Align the small notch at the bottom edge of the M.2 card with the key in the connector.
4. Insert the bottom edge of the M.2 card into the connector (D).
5. Secure the card to the standoff with the small silver screw (E).

Closing the Chassis
After all the components have been installed, close the Intel NUC chassis. Intel recommends this be done by hand with a screwdriver to avoid over- tightening and possibly damaging the screws.

1. Place the top plate on the NUC chassis.
2. Reattach the cable and secure the top plate with a screwdriver.
3. Place the top lid on the NUC and use the hex tool to tighten all the screws.

Attaching and Using the VESA Bracket (Optional)
Follow these instructions to attach and use the VESA mount bracket:

1. Using the four small black screws that were included in the box, attach the VESA bracket to the back of the monitor or TV.
2. Attach the two slightly larger black screws to the bottom chassis cover of the Intel NUC.

Power
Each Intel NUC box includes a region-specific AC power cord, or no AC power cord (only the power adapter).

Connect the power cord to the adapter (A). Plug the power adapter into the wall (B). Lastly, plug the power into the NUC (C).

Set Up Microsoft® Windows® 10
Microsoft Windows 10 is already installed on the Intel NUC. The first time you start the computer, you are guided through the Windows 10 setup steps, including:

• Selecting your region and language.
• Accepting the Microsoft Windows license terms.
• Personalizing Windows and assign a PC Name.
• “Get Online” dialog to pick a wireless network (this step is optional).
• Choosing Express Settings or Customize.
• Assigning a User Name and Password.

Reinstalling the Operating System
If you upgrade or replace the computer’s drive, you may need to install a new version of the operating system. See these resources:

• Supported Operating Systems
• Windows Setup Guide

Keep Intel NUC Drivers Current
To download the latest Microsoft Windows drivers and BIOS updates, use the Intel® Driver & Support Assistant (Intel® DSA) or go to the Download Center:

• Intel® NUC 8 Business, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HNKQC
• Intel® NUC 8 Enthusiast, a Mini PC with Windows® 10 – NUC8i7HVKVA

NOTE: This NUC requires both the Intel® Graphics driver and the Radeon™ RX Vega M Graphics driver to be installed.

Drivers are available for the following features:

• Audio – Realtek*
• Intel® Bluetooth
• Intel® Chipset
• Consumer Infrared – ITE*
• Intel® Graphics
• Intel® Graphics – Radeon™
• Intel® LAN
• Intel® Management Engine
• Intel® Rapid Storage Technology
• Intel® Ready Mode Technology
• SD Card Reader – Bayhub*
• Intel® Serial IO
• Intel® SGX
• Thunderbolt™
• USB Type C Power Delivery
• Intel® Wireless

Operating System Recovery

There’s a Windows recovery partition on the Intel NUC. You can use this partition to Refresh, Reset, or Restore Windows. Here is what each of these actions do:

Refresh| If your PC isn’t performing as well as it once did, and you don’t know why, you can refresh your PC. This action doesn’t delete any of your personal files or change your settings. Refresh does the following:

·         Files and personalization settings won’t change.

·         PC settings are changed back to their defaults.

·         Apps from the Windows Store are kept.

·         Apps installed from disks or websites are removed.

·         List of removed apps is saved on the desktop.

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Reset| If you want to recycle your PC, give it away, or start over with it, you can reset it completely. This process removes everything. Reset does the following:

·         All personal files and apps are removed.

·         PC settings are changed back to their defaults.

·         Windows is reinstalled.

Restore| If a recently installed app or driver is causing problems with your PC, you can restore Windows to an earlier point in time, called a restore point. System Restore doesn’t change your files, but it can remove recently installed apps and drivers.

Caution – Before performing a Refresh or Reset

• Make sure to back up all personal data to external storage.
• Remove SD card from the card slot, if one is inserted.

To access the recovery media

If Windows starts| From Windows Start, type Recovery and select Recovery Options.

See Recovery options in Windows 10 for complete details on how to use the recovery options.

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If Windows doesn’t start| The recovery process should automatically start. If Recovery doesn’t automatically start, you can try to initiate it as follows:

1.       Press F8 during boot, when you see the prompt “F8 to Activate Windows 8.1/10 Recovery Mode”.

2.       Follow the recovery steps.

FAQ

(Frequently Asked Questions)

• Q: What memory modules are compatible with the Intel NUC?
  • A: The Intel NUC supports 1.2V low-voltage memory, 2400 MHz SO-DIMMs, and non-ECC memory modules.
• Q: Can I install only one SO-DIMM?
  • A: Yes, if you are installing only one SO-DIMM, it should be installed in the lower memory socket.
• Q: What size M.2 SSDs are supported by the Intel NUC?
  • A: The Intel NUC supports both 80mm and 42mm M.2 SSDs.

References

• Recovery options in Windows - Microsoft Support
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