Zotac ZBOX Nano AD10 Plus U Mini SFF PC Review
Introduction, Specs, and Bundle
Zotac is one of a select few companies that have fully embraced the ultra-small form factor and home theater PC markets. Although they’re also known for producing custom, high-end graphics cards, and an array of motherboards, which include a smorgasbord or mini-ITX options, Zotac’s Zbox and Mag lines of mini PCs are quite diverse. A quick jaunt to their website reveals over 30 ultra small form factor designs that leverage technology from Intel, AMD, NVIDIA, and even VIA.
What’s also interesting about Zotac’s mini-PCs are their extensive feature sets. Zotac seemingly crams as many features into a small space as physically possible. If you need proof, look no further than the Zotac Zbox Nano AD10 Plus we’ll be showing you all here. The Zbox Nano AD10 Plus is built around AMD’s dual-core E-350 APU with integrated, DX11-class Radeon HD 6310 graphics and features built-in Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, an IR receiver, and USB 3.0. The tiny system also offers eSATA, a flash card reader, DisplayPort, and HDMI connectivity, along with gigabit LAN. And it does it all in a 5 x 5 inch square, that’s less than two inches tall. Check this thing out...
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Zotac Zbox Nano AD10 Plus Accessories and Bundle
Zotac includes a nice array of accessories with the Zbox Nano AD10 Plus. Along with the machine itself, users will find a user’s manual and quick installation guide, a drive / utility disc, a Wi-Fi antenna, an additional IR receiver, a standard VESA monitor mount, a small power brick, and a Media Center Remote, with batteries.
We should point out that the monitor mount allows users to affix the system right to the back of an LCD display so the machine would take up literally no desk space at all. And the additional IR receiver is not needed if the remote has a clear shot of the front of the Nano, where the integrated IR receiver is mounted. If, however, the Zbox Nano is hidden in a cabinet or behind a TV for example, the additional IR receiver can be mounted in an accessible location so the MCE remote can still be used. Including it was good thinking on Zotac’s part.
