amazon Zbox AD06 reviews
The Zotac Z07 AD06 version also has a similar design to the ID82. The big difference between the two products is that the ID82 uses an Intel processor, while the AD06 uses an AMD-based APU platform (integrating discrete graphics into the processor cores).
In the AMD-based Zbox versions, the AD06 is the latest lineup, with more technology support and a relatively standard configuration that caters to basic processing and entertainment needs for user. Specifically, the machine uses AMD APU dual-core E2-1800 processor, 1.7 GHz, 2 x 2GB dual-channel DDR3 RAM, 60GB SSD hard drive, 512 MB ATI Radeon 7340 discrete graphics, There are two USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, Wi-Fi N and Bluetooth 3.0 connectivity …
Design
Compared to the ID82, the AD06 has a similar design, the whole set in a square box is 188 x188 x 44 mm and weighs 712 grams. In addition, the product also incorporates a number of accessories to help create a variety of display and installation products. For example, if there is no accessory, the user can put the machine on the table, when the plug can be placed vertical 90 degrees. In case you want to attach the machine to the wall or mounted on the back of the computer screen or TV, just add the plastic frame attached. On this bracket there will be a screw hole that is compatible with the screw position on the back of the monitor or TV.
In addition, the machine also comes with a remote control compatible with Windows 7 operating system, for applications in Media Center or music playback applications such as iTunes or Windows Media Player … However, The design is a bit cumbersome because users need to add an infrared receiver via a USB port before they can use it.
The design of the machine is quite adjustable when the terminals are connected and arranged evenly distributed to the edges of the square block. Specifically behind the back will be the focus of the main terminal as USB 3.0, 2.0, DVI monitor jack, HDMI, LAN … the front edge is the headphone jack, microphone, memory card slot, USB 2.0 and the power button.
Thanks to this standard design, mini Zbox AD06 is highly aesthetic, there are many layout and installation should be quite fashionable on display. At the front of the product, there will be a beautiful LED display system. If the machine uses an Intel processor, it will be blue, and the AMD processor will be green.
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Installation
Mini Zbox AD06 is configured as open, users need to perform the operating system install the machine through the USB connection by optical drive or mobile hard disk integrated operating system.
Compared to the mini desktops that we evaluates, AD06 uses a 60GB SSD hard drive with a very high read / write speed (read 482 MB / sec and write 567 MB / sec) With regular HDDs, operating system installation takes only 15 to 20 minutes. However, the driver when installed with 64bit Windows 7 is still not fully recognized, so users need to copy the driver from the attached DVD or download from the manufacturer’s website. Fully supported.
After installing the stable driver, the boot speed from the power button until the desktop appears in about 7 seconds (due to fast data access). However, when it comes to real-life experiences, for apps like web browsing, social networking, or streaming music, the occasional jerky and a tachometer can take seconds to process. Next The cause is that the AMD processor is not working as well as Intel, sometimes with a slow beat. Particularly for the Full HD movie experience, the machine runs smoother, quicker or rewind to a movie without jitter, delay (due to discrete graphics optimized for high definition movies) .
About the heatsink, the machine works quite well by suction design – push the air flow properly. Specifically, on the back, there will be a grid-shaped vacuum, which draws in air and exhaust fans with aluminum radiators that push the hot air out. As a result, the machine maintains its idle temperature from 45 to 50 degrees Celsius. When operating at 100% continuous power for several hours, the maximum temperature is 72 degrees Celsius. The other compact table, the heat dissipation of the machine is acceptable, satisfactory for a compact product, many features, smooth operation.