1. Introducere
Welcome to the GMKtec G9 Mini PC NAS user manual. This guide provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your new device. The GMKtec G9 is a versatile mini PC designed for various applications, including home office, entertainment, and network-attached storage (NAS) solutions. It features an Intel N150 processor, dual boot capabilities with Windows 11 Pro and Ubuntu, and extensive connectivity options.
Image 1.1: The GMKtec G9 Mini PC, showcasing its compact design and multiple ports in both vertical and horizontal setups.
2. Ce se află în cutie
Verificați dacă toate articolele enumerate mai jos sunt incluse în pachetul dumneavoastră:
- GMKtec Nucbox G9 Mini PC (Intel Twin Lake N150, 12GB RAM, 64GB eMMC & 512GB Hard Drive)
- Sursă de alimentare și cablu
- Cablu HDMI
- Suport VESA și șuruburi
- Manual de utilizare
Image 2.1: The retail packaging and included accessories for the GMKtec G9 Mini PC.
3. Suprasolicitare fizicăview
Familiarize yourself with the ports and indicators on your GMKtec G9 Mini PC.
3.1. Panoul frontal
- Buton de alimentare: Apăsați pentru a porni sau opri dispozitivul.
- USB 3.2 (10Gbps) Ports: Three ports for connecting high-speed peripherals.
3.2. Panoul din spate
- Intrare curent continuu: Conectați adaptorul de alimentare inclus.
- Mufă audio de 3.5 mm: Pentru căști sau difuzoare externe.
- Intel i226V Dual NIC (RJ45) 2.5GbE: Two Ethernet ports for high-speed wired network connections.
- HDMI (4K@60Hz) Ports: Two ports for connecting displays.
- Type-C (DP/DATA/PD) Port: Multi-functional port supporting DisplayPort, data transfer, and Power Delivery.
Imaginea 3.1: O imagine detaliată view of the GMKtec G9 Mini PC's front and rear ports, including USB, HDMI, Type-C, and Ethernet connections.
4. Instrucțiuni de configurare
4.1. Conectarea perifericelor
- Conectați afișajul: Use the HDMI cable to connect your monitor(s) to the HDMI ports on the rear panel. For a third display, use the Type-C port with a compatible adapter or monitor.
- Conectați dispozitivele de intrare: Conectați tastatura și mouse-ul USB la porturile USB 3.2 disponibile.
- Conectare rețea (opțional): For a wired connection, plug an Ethernet cable into one of the 2.5GbE RJ45 ports. For wireless, ensure your WiFi network is available during initial setup.
- Conectare alimentare: Plug the power adapter into the DC power input on the rear panel, then connect it to a power outlet.
4.2. Pornire
Apăsați butonul de alimentare situat pe panoul frontal. Indicatorul luminos de alimentare se va aprinde.
4.3. Initial Boot and OS Selection
The GMKtec G9 comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro (default) and Ubuntu 24.10 (or higher). During startup, you may be prompted to select your desired operating system. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup for your chosen OS.
4.4. Opțiuni de plasare
The compact design of the G9 Mini PC allows for flexible placement. It can be placed horizontally on a desktop or mounted behind a monitor using the included VESA mount.
Imaginea 4.1: Examples of the GMKtec G9 Mini PC's versatile placement, including VESA mounting for space-saving and traditional desktop placement.
5. Instrucțiuni de utilizare
5.1. Dual Boot System
To switch between Windows 11 Pro and Ubuntu, restart the Mini PC. During the boot sequence, press the designated key (often F7, F10, F11, or DEL, refer to your system's boot menu instructions) to access the boot device selection menu and choose your preferred operating system.
5.2. Conectivitate la rețea
The G9 Mini PC supports both wired and wireless network connections.
- Rețea cu fir: Utilize the dual 2.5GbE RJ45 ports for high-speed, stable wired connections. These ports offer up to 2.5 times faster speeds than standard Gigabit Ethernet.
- Rețea fără fir: The device features WiFi 6 (802.11ax) for fast wireless connectivity up to 600Mbps. Bluetooth 5.2 is also integrated for connecting wireless peripherals.
Image 5.1: Illustration of the dual 2.5GbE Ethernet ports and their enhanced data transfer speeds.
Image 5.2: Visual representation of the Mini PC's WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 capabilities, alongside its 2.5G LAN ports.
5.3. Configurarea afișajului
The G9 Mini PC supports up to three 4K@60Hz displays simultaneously, utilizing its two HDMI 2.0 ports and one full-function Type-C port. This allows for an extended workspace for multitasking, design, or entertainment.
Image 5.3: The GMKtec G9 Mini PC demonstrating its triple display output capability, enhancing productivity across multiple screens.
5.4. NAS Functionality
The G9 Mini PC is equipped with four M.2 2280 PCIe slots, enabling it to function as a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device. This allows for significant storage expansion and various applications:
- Massive Storage: Expand storage up to 16TB (4x 4TB M.2 NVMe SSDs) for backing up files, fotografii și videoclipuri.
- Media Streaming Server: Stream media content seamlessly to various devices on your network.
- Budget Homelab: Create a home network for data storage, surveillance systems, or hosting servers.
- Host Backup: Implement local and off-site backup solutions for your data.
Note: GMKtec does not provide NAS software. Users are responsible for installing and configuring appropriate NAS software.
Image 5.4: Diagram illustrating the four M.2 NVMe slots for storage expansion, supporting up to 16TB for NAS functionality.
5.5. USB-C Port Usage
The Type-C port on the rear panel is a full-function port, supporting:
- DisplayPort (DP): For video output to compatible monitors.
- Transfer de date: Transfer de date de mare viteză.
- Livrarea energiei (PD): Can receive power from a compatible USB-C power source.
Image 5.5: Diagram explaining the multi-functional capabilities of the USB-C port, including Power Delivery, data, audio, and video output.
6. Întreținere
6.1. Curatenie
Regularly clean the exterior of the Mini PC with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure ventilation openings are free from dust and obstructions to maintain optimal airflow.
6.2. Extindere stocare
The GMKtec G9 supports up to four M.2 2280 PCIe SSDs for storage expansion. To install or replace an SSD:
- Opriți dispozitivul și deconectați toate cablurile.
- Carefully remove the bottom cover of the Mini PC.
- Locate the M.2 slots and insert the SSDs according to the diagram.
- Secure the SSDs with the provided screws.
- Puneți la loc capacul inferior.
Image 6.1: Step-by-step guide for installing M.2 2280 SSDs into the GMKtec G9 Mini PC.
6.3. Sistem de răcire
The G9 Mini PC features a triple cooling fan system, including a large fan for the CPU and two smaller fans for the SSD/DDR compartments. This design ensures efficient heat dissipation while maintaining low noise levels (33-36dB).
Imaginea 6.2: Explodată view of the GMKtec G9 Mini PC, highlighting its internal components and triple cooling fan system.
7. Depanare
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your GMKtec G9 Mini PC.
| Emisiune | Cauza posibila | Soluţie |
|---|---|---|
| Fără putere | Cablul de alimentare nu este conectat; Adaptorul de alimentare este defect; Problemă cu priza. | Ensure power cable is securely connected. Test with another power outlet. Contact support if adapter is suspected faulty. |
| Fără afișare | Monitor cable loose; Incorrect input selected on monitor; Monitor faulty. | Check HDMI/Type-C cable connections. Ensure monitor is on correct input. Test with another monitor or cable. |
| No Network Connection (Wired) | Cablu Ethernet slăbit/defect; Problemă cu routerul/modemul; Problemă cu driverul de rețea. | Check Ethernet cable connection. Restart router/modem. Verify network drivers are installed in OS. |
| No Network Connection (Wireless) | WiFi disabled; Incorrect password; Router too far; Driver issue. | Ensure WiFi is enabled in OS. Re-enter WiFi password. Move closer to router. Update WiFi drivers. |
| Performanță lentă | Too many applications running; Overheating; Low storage space. | Close unnecessary applications. Ensure proper ventilation. Free up disk space. |
8. Specificatii tehnice
Below are the detailed technical specifications for the GMKtec G9 Mini PC NAS.
| Caracteristică | Caietul de sarcini |
|---|---|
| Procesor | Intel N150 (4 Cores, 4 Threads, 6MB Cache, up to 3.6GHz) |
| Grafică | Grafică Intel UHD (până la 1000 MHz) |
| RAM | 12 GB LPDDR5 4800 MHz |
| Depozitare | 64GB eMMC + 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 SSD (Supports 4x M.2 2280 PCIe slots, Max 16TB total) |
| Sistem de operare | Windows 11 Pro (Default) & Ubuntu 24.10 (or higher) Dual Boot |
| Ethernet | Dual Intel i226V 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) |
| Conectivitate wireless | WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Ieșire video | 2x HDMI (4K@60Hz), 1x Type-C (DP/DATA/PD) - Triple Display Support |
| Porturi USB | 3x USB 3.2 (10Gbps) |
| Audio | 3.5mm Audio Jack |
| Caracteristici speciale | Wake On LAN, PXE Boot, RTC Wake, Auto Power On, VESA Mount Support |
| Dimensiuni | Aproximativ. 7.28 x 6.02 x 4.09 inch |
| Greutate | Aproximativ 2.44 livre |
9. Garanție și asistență
GMKtec oferă asistență completă pentru Mini PC-ul dumneavoastră.
9.1. Informații despre garanție
GMKtec offers a 1-year limited warranty for each Mini PC, effective from the date of purchase. This warranty covers defects due to design and workmanship. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.
9.2. Asistență pentru clienți
For any technical assistance or inquiries, please contact our professional after-sales team:
- Asistență Amazon: For purchases made on Amazon, log in to your Amazon account, navigate to 'Your Orders', and select 'Ask Product Question' for direct assistance.
- Asistență prin e-mail: You can also reach our after-sales team directly via email at support@gmktec.com. Our team is available 24/7.
Image 9.1: Information on how to contact GMKtec for warranty and support services.
