MINIX NGC-5 Mini PC with Windows User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- MINIX
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MINIX NGC-5 Mini PC with Windows
MINIX NGC-5 Specifications
Contents
Overview
Thank you for purchasing MINIX NGC-5.
MINIX NGC-5 delivers the power and versatility you need with 8th Gen Intel
Core iS processor, lightning-fast 256GB M.2 NVMe 55D, ultra-responsive 8GB
DDR4 RAM and Windows 10 Pro OS (64-bit) pre-installed. With triple display
support, best in class connectivity and intelligent performance, MINIX NGC-5
makes it easier to get things done. It’s ideal for digital signage,
interactive digital kiosks, enterprise solutions, or as a replacement for your
home or office desktop PC.
Its small footprint and included VESA mount mean MINIX NGC-5 can be easily
positioned almost anywhere and its robust design allows for sustained 24n
operation. More hints, tips and useful information can be found on the
official MINIX Forum: www.theminixforum.com
Power LED – The LED glows blue when MINIX NGC-5 is on.
Power Button – To power on MINIX NGC-5, press and hold the power button for 1-2 seconds until the power LED glows. To power off MINIX NGC-5, press and hold the power button for 8 seconds.
3.5mm Audio Jack+ S/PDIF Port – Connect an external audio input/output device such as microphone or AV receiver etc. MINIX NGC-5 supports up to 5.1 surround audio.
2 x Glgablt Ethernet Port – Connect an Ethernet cable for wired internet access up to 1 000Mbps.
DC 19V Power-In Jack – Connect the included 19V power adapter.
Micro SD Card Reader – Supports Micro SD cards up to 512GB storage capacity.
USB 3.1 Ports – Connect an external USB device to
MINIX NGC- 5 such as webcam, wired mouse or external hard drive.
HDMI Port – Connect MINIX NGC-5 via HDMI to a TV or PC monitor using included HDMI cable.
DisplayPort – Connect MINIX NGC-5 via DisplayPort to a PC monitor.
USB-C Port – Connect MINIX NGC-5 via USB-C to a PC monitor. Please note, the USB-C port only supports video output, not audio output. The USB-C port does not support ‘hot plugging’, a USB-C cable or adapter should only be connected/disconnected when MINIX NGC-5 is powered off.
Control
You may control MINIX NGC-5 via one of the following input methods:
- Wired mouse and keyboard
- Wireless/Bluetooth mouse and keyboard
We recommend using MINIX NEO W2.
Basic steup
MINIX NGC-5 connects to your TV or PC monitor via either HDMI, DisplayPort or
USB-C port. HDMI and DisplayPort support both audio and video, USB-C only
supports video output.
Step 1 (If required): Place VESA mount bracket onto monitor.
- Insert screws and secure.
- Safely attach MINIX NGC-5 in any direction.
Step 2: Connect the HDMI cable.
Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on your TV or PC monitor,
and the other end to the HDMI port on MINIX NGC-5. HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C
ports may be used separately or simultaneously; MINIX NGC-5 supports up to 3
displays.
Step 3: Connect to power supply.
Connect the 19V power adapter supplied in the package to MINIX NGC-5.
Step 4: Power on.
Press and hold the power button for 1-2 seconds to power on MINIX NGC-5, the
blue power LED should then glow.
Step 5: Turn on TV /PC monitor and select the input.
Simply turn on your TV or PC monitor, and select the corresponding port
connected to the MINIX NGC-5.
USB-C NOTES
ASUS MX27U and LG 27UD88 monitors are fully compatible with MINIX NGC-5, a full list of compatible USB-C equipped monitors can be found on the MINIX Forum – www.theminixforum.com. MINIX NGC-5 is fully compatible with our range of USB-C accessories, including USB-C to USB-C cable [NEO C-MUC] and USB-C to 4K@ 60Hz HDMI cable [NEO C-4K].
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Note: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules.
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