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Page 1 Wind Box DE500/ DC500 MS-6676 (V1.X) System G52-66761X7...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
▍ Preface table of contents ▍ copyright notice ��iii trademarks ��iii Revision History��iii Upgrade and Warranty ��iv acquisition of Replaceable Parts ��iv technical support��iv fcc-b Radio frequency Interference statement��v safety Instructions ��vi Weee statement�� viii 1� overview�� 1-1 Packing contents �� 1-2 system overview ��...
Page 3: Copyright Notice
MS-6676 copyright notice the material in this document is the intellectual property of MIcRo-staR InteRna- tIonal� We take every care in the preparation of this document, but no guarantee is given as to the correctness of its contents� our products are under continual im- provement and we reserve the right to make changes without notice�...
Page 4: Upgrade And Warranty
◙ Visit the MSI website for faQ, technical guide, bIoS updates, driver updates and other information via http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=service ◙...
Page 5: Fcc-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
MS-6676 fcc-b Radio frequency Interference Statement 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 protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Page 6: Safety Instructions
▍ Preface Safety Instructions Read the safety instructions carefully and thoroughly. all cautions and warnings on the equipment or user’s manual should be noted. Keep the User’s Guide that comes with the package for future reference. Keep this equipment away from humidity and high temperature. lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
Page 7 ◙ Visit the MSI website for further information via http://www.msi.com/index.php?func=html&name=service_worldwide. the optical storage devices are classified as claSS 1 laSeR PRoDUct. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified is prohibited.
Page 8: Weee Statement
▍ Preface Weee Statement (english) Under the european Union (“eU”) Directive on Waste electrical and electronic equip- ment, Directive 2002/96/ec, which takes effect on august 13, 2005, products of “electrical and electronic equipment” cannot be discarded as municipal waste anymore and manufacturers of covered electronic equipment will be obligated to take back such products at the end of their useful life.
Page 9 MS-6676 (Greek) (Ελληνικά) Σύμφωνα με την Οδηγία 2002/96/ΕΚ της Ευρωπαϊκής Ένωσης («ΕΕ») περί Απόρριψης Ηλεκτρικού και Ηλεκτρονικού Εξοπλισμού (Weee), η οποία λαμβάνει ισχύ στις 13 Αυγούστου 2005, τα προϊόντα «ηλεκτρικού και ηλεκτρονικού εξοπλισμού» δεν είναι δυνατόν να απορριφθούν πλέον ως κοινά απορρίμματα και οι κατασκευαστές κεκαλυμμένου ηλεκτρονικού εξοπλισμού...
Page 10 ▍ Preface (thai) (ไทย) ภายใต้ ข ้ อ กำหนดของสหภาพยุ โ รป (“eU”) เกี ่ ย วกั บ ของเสี ย จากอุ ป กรณ์ ไ ฟฟ้ า และอิ เ ล็ ก ทรอนิ ก ส์ เลขที ่ 2002/96/ec ซึ ่ ง มี ผ ลบั ง คั บ ใช้ ต ั ้ ง แต่ ว ั น ที ่ 13 สิ ง หาคม 2005 ผู ้ ใ ช้ ไ ม่ ส ามารถทิ ้ ง ผลิ ตภั...
Page 11 MS-6676 (Slovenian) (Slovenščina) Skladno z določili direktive evropske unije (“eU”) o odpadni električni in elektronski opremi, Direktiva 2002/96/eS, ki je veljavna od 13. avgusta, izdelkov “električne in elektronske opreme” ni dovoljeno odstranjevati kot običajne komunalne odpadke, proizvajalci zadevne elektronske opreme pa so zavezani, da tovrstne izdelke na koncu njihove življenjske dobe sprejmejo nazaj.
Page 13: 1� Overview
Chapter 1 Overview Congratulations for purchasing the Wind Box DE500/ DC500 (MS-6676) System. This system is your best slim PC choice. With the fantastic appearance and ultrasmall form factor, it can easily be set anywhere. The feature packed platform also gives...
Page 14: Packing Contents
▍ Overview acking ontents Wind Box Series AC/ DC Adapter AC Power Cord Driver/ Utility Disk User Manual & Stand Quick Guide Keyboard (Optional) Mouse (Optional) * Please contact us immediately if any of the items is damaged or missing. * The picture is for your reference only and your packing contents may slightly vary depending on the model you purchased.
Page 15: System Overview
MS-6676 ystem verview Front View Optical Disk Drive Cover Press the cover to open the drive bay. Power Button/ LED Press the power button to turn the system on and off. The power LE D glows when the system is turned on and goes off when the system is shut down.
Page 16: Usb Port
▍ Overview Headphone (Green) This is a connector for headphones or speakers. Microphone (Pink) This is a connector for microphones. USB Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for attaching USB devices such as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner, camera, PDA and other USB-compat- ible devices.
Page 17: Rear View
MS-6676 Rear View VGA Port (Output) The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor. USB Port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is provided for attaching USB devices such as mouse, keyboard, printer, scanner, camera, PDA or other USB- compatible devices.
Page 18: Lan Jack
▍ Overview LAN Jack The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is provided for connection to the Local Area Network (LAN). You can connect a network cable to it. Yellow Green/ Orange Color LED State Condition Left Yellow LAN link is not established. On (steady state) LAN link is established.
Page 19 MS-6676 Ventilator The ventilator on the enclosure is used for air convection and to prevent the equipment from overheating. Do not cover the ventilator. DVI-D Port (Optional) The DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface) connector allows you to connect a LCD monitor. It provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display device.
Page 20: Mainboard Specifications
▍ Overview ainboard Pecifications Processor ■ Intel ® Atom Single/ Dual-Core processor D410/ D510 (Optional) Chipset ■ Intel NM10 chipset ® Memory ■ 2 DDR2 667 SO-DIMM slot (200 pins / 1.8V) ■ Supports the maximum of 2GB ■ Gigabit Fast Ethernet by Realtek ®...
Page 21: System Specifications
MS-6676 ystem Pecifications Input / Output (I/O) ■ 6 USB ports ■ 6 audio jacks ■ 1 VGA-out port ■ 1 DC power jack ■ 1 RJ-45 LAN jack ■ 1 microphone jack ■ 1 headphone/ speaker jack ■ 1 HDMI port (Optional) ■...
Page 22 ▍ Overview & U omPonent ePlacement Pgrade Please note that certain components preinstalled in the product may be up- gradable or replaceable by user’s request depending on the models users pur- chased. Memory 1-10...
Page 23 Wireless LAN Card Optical Disk Drive If the specified component has been determined by the MSI engineer or store as problematic or defective and may incur the need for replacement, you may bring the product for repair along with the warranty card, purchase invoice or receipt to the MSI-authorized service center closest to your location for as- sistance.
Page 25: Getting Started
Chapter 2 Getting Started This chapter provides you with the information on hardware set- up procedures. While connecting peripheral devices, be careful in holding the devices and use a grounded wrist strap to avoid static electricity.
Page 26: Safety & Comfort Tips
& C afety omfort The Wind Box DE500/ DC500 is a portable platform that allows you to work any- where. However, choosing a good workspace is important if you have to work with your PC for a long period of time.
Page 27: Having Good Working Habits
MS-6676 aving orking abitS Having good working habits is important if you have to work with your Wind Box DE500/ DC500 for long periods of time; otherwise, it may cause discomfort or injury to you. Please keep the following tips in mind when operating. ■...
Page 28: Knowing The Keyboard (Optional)
▍ Getting Started noWing tHe eyboard ptional Wind Box DE500/ DC500 packs with a wired or wireless (optional) keyboard that helps your control of the system. ▶ Specifications ■ Compatible with EU/UK/US/JP/KR language layout ■ Isolated keycap for easy typing ■...
Page 29 MS-6676 ▶ Multimedia Keys Fn + F7 Backward to previous track Fn + F8 Play and pause Fn + F9 Forward to next track Fn + F10 Mute function Fn + F11 Volume down Fn + F12 Volume up ▶ Hot Keys Fn + F1 Launch the default E-Mail applications...
Page 30: Connecting Peripheral Devices
Wind Box DE500/ DC500. This Wind Box DE500/ DC500 is capable of auto detecting the USB devices installed, and if there is no detection of the devices, please manu- ally enable the USB devices by going to Start Menu / Control Panel / Add Hard- ware to add the new device.
Page 31 Wind Box DE500/ DC500. Once the display is connected to the Wind Box DE500/ DC500, power on the Wind Box DE500/ DC500 and the external display should respond by default. If not, you can switch the display mode by pressing [Fn]+[F2].
Page 32 ▍ Getting Started Connecting the Network Device The RJ-45 connector of the Wind Box DE500/ DC500 allows you to connect the LAN (local area network) devices, such as a hub, switch and gateway, to build a network connection. For more instructions or detailed steps on connecting to the LAN, please ask your...
Page 33 MS-6676 Wireless LAN (Optional) This Wind Box DE500/ DC500 is equipped with wireless LAN module which al- lows users to perform fast data transmission with standard IEEE 802.11 technol- ogy for wireless LAN. This gives users the mobility to move around within a broad coverage area and still be connected to the network.
Page 34: About Hard Disk Drive
Do not turn off the Wind Box DE500/ DC500 when the hard disk In-use LED is on. Do not remove or install the hard disk drive when the Wind Box DE500/ DC500 is turned on. The replacement of hard disk drive should be done by an authorized retailer or service representative.
Page 35: Connecting Power
Step 2. Assemble the AC/ DC adapter and the AC power cord. Step 3. Plug the DC end of the adapter to the Wind Box DE500/ DC500, and the male end of the AC power cord to the electrical outlet.
Page 37: 3� System Operations
Chapter 3 System Operations This chapter provides you with essential information on system operations, such as system boot setup, recovery disk creation, network connection, SRS Premium Sound, and so on. Important • It is highly recommended that you create a system recovery disk as the backup solution in the event of a catastrophic disk failure or other accidents.
Page 38: System Booting Setup For The First Time
▍ System Operations yStem ooting etup for the firSt time For the first-time use, you will need to go over the following steps to start us- ing your Wind Box Series PC. The entire booting setup will take you around 30 minutes.
Page 39: Creating System Recovery Disk
MS-6676 reating yStem eCovery For the first-time use, it is highly recommended that you create a system recovery disk as the backup solution in the event of a catastrophic disk failure or other ac- cidents. Before moving forward, please make sure your system booting setup is complete and go over the following procedures to get it done.
Page 40 ▍ System Operations Step 3. Select [Create and burn a recovery disk] and click [Next] to continue. Alternatively, choose [Advanced] to bring forth advanced options. Choose between the provided options and click [Next] to continue.
Page 41 MS-6676 Step 4. The progress bar starts running to create the image of recovery disk. It takes some time to finish the processing. Step 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to prepare enough number of blank DVD disks. Insert the blank DVD disk into the optical disk drive and click [Next] to continue.
Page 42 ▍ System Operations Step 6. The Windows Disc Image Burner pops up. Click [Burn] to start the burn- ing progress. It takes a while to finish the processing.
Page 43 MS-6676 Step 7. On completion of the disk creation, click [Close] to exit and take out the disk. Follow the on-screen instructions to create all recovery disks. Step 8. All recovery disks have been successfully created. Please store the disks carefully and click [Next] to continue.
Page 44 ▍ System Operations Step 9. Check the following box if you want to remove the temporary files. Click [Finish] to complete recovery disk creation.
Page 45: Network Connection Under Windows 7
MS-6676 etwork onneCtion unDer inDowS Wired LAN  Step 1. Go to [Start] > [Control Panel]. Step 2. Select [Connect to the Internet] under [Network and Internet].
Page 46 ▍ System Operations Step 3. Select [Broadband (PPPoE)] to connect using DSL or cable that requires a user name and password. Step 4. Type the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and click [Connect] to establish your LAN connection. 3-10...
Page 47: Wireless Lan
MS-6676 Wireless LAN  Step 1. Go to [Start] > [Control Panel]. Step 2. Select [Connect to the Internet] under [Network and Internet]. 3-11...
Page 48 ▍ System Operations Step 3. Select [Wireless] to connect using a wireless router or a wireless net- work. Step 4. A list of available WLAN connections pops up. Choose a connection from the list or click [Open Network and Sharing Center] to establish a new connection.
Page 49 MS-6676 Step 6. Followingly, choose [Manually connect to a wireless network] and click [Next] to continue. Step 7. Enter information for the wireless network you intend to add and click [Next] to proceed. Step 8. A new WLAN connection has been made. Click [Close] to exit or select [Change connection settings] to modify the WLAN settings.
Page 50: Ralink Wireless Lan Connection (Optional)
▍ System Operations raLink w Lan C ireLeSS onneCtion ptionaL Step 1. Right-click the Ralink Wireless LAN Card status icon in the lower right corner, and then click Launch Config Utility. Step 2. The window displays some available wireless networks. Choose a net- work, and then click Connect.
Page 51 MS-6676 Step 3. There may prompt you to enter a key. Type the network key and then click OK. Step 4. Now, you’re ready to browse the Web wirelessly. 3-15...
Page 52: Srs Premium Sound (Optional)
▍ System Operations SrS p remium ounD ptionaL SRS Premium Sound is a comprehensive suite of state-of-the-art audio technologies that deliver a superior entertainment experi- ence for playback of music, video and game content on the PC. With SRS Premium Sound your audio entertainment experience will sound better - more natural and immersive, with deeper bass, clearer dialog and outstanding surround sound.
Page 53 MS-6676 Step 3. Choose the audio content you are listening to. The SRS Premium Sound will automatically process the specified audio signals to deliver enhanced audio performance. Step 4. The following settings allow for specific control of SRS tuning parameters and are provided for External Speakers and Headphones.
Page 54: Power Management
▍ System Operations ower anagement Power management of personal computers (PCs) and monitors has the poten- tial to save significant amounts of electricity as well as deliver environmental benefits. To be energy efficient, turn off your display or set your PC to sleep mode after a period of user inactivity.
Page 55 MS-6676 ■ The Shut Down Computer menu presents the options of Sleep (S3/S4) & Shut Down (S5) for rapid and easy management of your system power. Waking the System Up The computer shall be able to wake up from power saving mode in response to a command from any of the following: ■...
Page 56: System Recovery
▍ System Operations yStem eCovery The purposes for using the System Recovery Function may include: ■ Restore the system back to the initial status of original manufacturer’s default settings. ■ When some errors have occurred to the operating system in use. ■...
Page 57 MS-6676 3. Select [Windows Setup] from the Windows Boot Manager menu. 4. Select [MSI Recovery Manager] to start the System Recovery Function; or select [EXIT] to restart the system. 5. The System Recovery Function will get your system back to default settings.
Page 58 ▍ System Operations 7. The System Recovery Function is proceeding now. 8. The following message indicates successful system recovery. Press [OK] to reboot the system and access Windows operating system as usual. Recover the System with the Recovery Disk If your system is equipped with an optical disk drive or an external one, you may perform the System Recovery Function with the Recovery Disk that you created earlier.
Page 59 MS-6676 3. Select the [CD/DVD] device as the boot device and press [Enter] to confirm the selection. Press any key to reconfirm the selection when the prompt message of [Press any key to boot from CD or DVD…] appears. 4. The Language Menu appears. Select the language you prefer or select [EXIT] to restart the system.
Page 60 ▍ System Operations 5. Select [Restore the system to factory default] to start the System Recovery Function process; or select [EXIT] to restart the system. 6. The system recovery process will format your hard disk drive partition. Make sure that the important data has been backed up before continuing the pro- cess.
Page 61 MS-6676 7. AC power is required while proceeding the System Recovery Function. As- sure that the AC power is connected to the system before moving forward to the next step. 8. DO NOT turn off the system power while performing the System Recovery Function, or it may cause some unknown damage to the system.
Page 62 ▍ System Operations 9. When the system recovery process is finished, please click [OK] to restart the system. Now, your system is restored to its factory default setting. 10. If the recovery process is interrupted or failed, please repeat recovery pro- cedure from the beginning.

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