Intel STK1A32SC Compute Stick User Guide

Intel STK1A32SC Compute Stick

Product Information

Product Usage Instructions

Power Plug Attachment
Select the power plug attachment suitable for your region from the provided options. Please note that all plug attachments may not be included in the box.

To attach the power plug, follow these steps:

1. Slide the plug attachment onto the power adapter.

Keyboard and Mouse Setup
There are two options for connecting a keyboard and mouse:

1. USB wired keyboard and mouse: Connect them to the USB ports on the Intel Compute Stick.
2. USB wireless keyboard and mouse: Use a USB dongle to establish ma wireless connection.

Connecting the Intel Compute Stick to a Television or Monitor

1. Plug the Intel Compute Stick into the female end of the extender cable (A).
2. Plug the male end of the extender cable into the HDMI port on the television or monitor (B).

The Intel Compute Stick will automatically boot up when power is applied. To shut down the Intel Compute Stick, use the normal shutdown process for Windows*. For subsequent power-ups, simply press the power button located on the side of the Intel Compute Stick.

Additional Functions
The Intel Compute Stick can be used for the following purposes:

• Installing software from a CD or DVD in a USB optical drive.
• Backing up or accessing media files (such as music and photos) on an external USB drive.

Note on Security Cable
Please note that a security cable loop is not included with the product. However, you can build one by inserting a length of quality wire rope. Refer to the user manual for detailed instructions.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Q: Can I use a wireless keyboard and mouse with the Intel Compute Stick?
   A: Yes, you can use a wireless keyboard and mouse by connecting a USB dongle to establish a wireless connection.
2. Q: How do I shut down the Intel Compute Stick?
   A: To shut down the Intel Compute Stick, use the normal shutdown process for Windows*. Simply press the power button located on the side of the Intel Compute Stick.
3. Q: What can I use the Intel Compute Stick for?
   A: The Intel Compute Stick can be used for various purposes, including installing software from a CD or DVD in a USB optical drive, and backing up or accessing media files (such as music and photos) on an external USB drive.

User Guide for Intel® Compute Stick STK1A32SC

Product Description

• Symbol
  • Description
• HDMI*
  • HDMI connector
• Power LED
  • Power LED – blue
• MicroSD*
  • MicroSD memory card slot
• Security
  • Security cable opening

Choose the Power Plug
Select the power plug attachment for your region. All plug attachments may not be included in the box.

• Country
  • Plug Attachment
• United States, Japa
• United Kingdom
• Argentina
• Australia
• Brazil
• China
• European Union
• India
• South Korea

Slide the plug attachment onto the power adapter.The included power adapter and cable must be used to power the Intel® Compute Stick. Use of any other power adapter, power source, or cable is not supported. Connect a Keyboard and MouseIntel®
Compute Stick supports any of the following:

• USB wired keyboard and mouse, connected to the ports on the Intel Compute Stick.
• USB wireless keyboard and mouse, using a USB dongle
• Bluetooth* keyboard and mouse.
• Follow the instructions that came with the keyboard and mouse to pair them to the Intel Compute Stick’s onboard Bluetooth device.
• You may need to temporarily connect a wired mouse/keyboard to the Intel Compute Stick in order to pair Bluetooth devices
• Note
  • Keyboard and mouse are not included.
• Find compatible keyboards and mice at the Intel Product Compatibility Tool.
• Connect Directly to a Display
• Plug the Intel® Compute Stick directly into a standard HDMI port on a television or monitor. The Intel Compute Stick will extend about 4.5 inches (113mm) out from the HDMI

Connect to a Display with the HDMI Extender Cable
If there is limited space around the HDMI port of the television or monitor to allow you to plug the Intel® Compute Stick directly into the port, use the flexible HDMI extender cable that came in the box.

1. Plug the Intel Compute Stick into the female end of the extender cable (A).
2. Plug the mail end of the extender cable into the HDMI port on the television or monitor (B).

Find compatible televisions and monitors at the Intel Product Compatibility Tool.
Powering the Device
Plug the power adapter into an AC power source (A). Connect the power cable (B) to the Intel® Compute Stick as shown.

• The Intel Compute Stick will boot up automatically when power is applied.
• Shut down the Intel Compute Stick using the normal shutdown process for Windows*.
• Subsequent power-ups are done just by pressing the power button on the side of the Intel Compute Stick.
• The Intel Compute Stick is designed to use up to 10W of power. USB ports on televisions or monitors do not supply enough power for the Intel Compute Stick.
• If you try to use a USB port on the television to power the Intel Compute Stick, these are the likely symptoms:
• Note 
  • It does not turn on.
  • It turns on but does not boot.
  • It turns on, but the operating system does not load.

• Install software from a CD or DVD in a USB optical drive.
• Back up or access media files (such as music and photos) on an external USB drive.

• Note USB drive and USB cable are not included.
• Find compatible USB devices at the Intel Product Compatibility Tool.
• Connect a USB Hub to a USB Port
  • Connecting a USB hub to the Intel® Compute Stick provides additional USB ports. We recommend you use only powered USB hubs.
• Note USB Hub and USB cable are not included.
• Find compatible USB hubs at the Intel Product Compatibility Tool.
• Use the MicroSD Card port
• The Intel® Compute Stick supports MicroSD card sizes from 8 GB to 128 GB.
• Note MicroSD card is not included.
• Find compatible microSD cards at the Intel Product Compatibility Tool.
• Secure the Intel Compute Stick
• Install a security cable loop in the security opening on the edge of the Intel® Compute Stick. The security opening is 3 mm x 3 mm.
• 

Note

• Security cable loop is not included. You can build one—insert a length of quality wire rope (<3mm) through the security opening and then crimp the ends together with a cable sleeve.
• Install an Operating SystemRefer to Supported
  Operating Systems for a list of Intel®-validated operating systems. Keep BIOS and Drivers Current

Documents / Resources

Intel STK1A32SC Compute Stick [pdf] User Guide STK1A32SC Compute Stick, STK1A32SC, Compute Stick, Stick

References

• Manual-Hub.com – Free PDF manuals!
• User Manual