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• Baca novel terjemahan. This post is made possible because of the resources that others have provided. The purpose of this walkthrough is to provide details on how I set my Chromebox for my own use – with a standalone boot of Ubuntu Linux (14.04). I have also set up my Chromebox with VNC for local access (or remote desktop access) and Plex Home Theater, which I will go over as well.

  Home Setup

  At home, I have a Synology DS212j, which has been updated with the DS215j. The DS212j contains all my media (movies, tv shows, music, photographs) and works well hosting those files. It also runs perfectly fine running Plex Media Server (PMS). The limitation of running PMS is that the Synology DS212j (or DS215j) do not have the processing power to transcode my .mkv media. In otherwords, you cannot directly play a video from the Synology NAS unless the hardware (laptop, desktop) you are using to view the media is capable of transcoding the media. Using a tablet, phone, Chromecast, Roku with the Plex app will not work.

  I previously used my primary desktop computer, which has Plex Home Theater (PHT) installed, to connect to the PMS on my Synology NAS. The computer was then connected to the TV via HDMI. This worked fine, but it was troublesome when I didn’t want to leave my computer on all day, waste electricty, and generate extra heat during the summer.

  The Best HTPC For Me

  Again, this is for a standalone Linux Ubuntu boot on the Asus Chromebox. This process will remove ChromeOS and does not have the option to dual-boot. Once you have finished this process, you will have accomplished the following: An Asus Chromebox with Ubuntu Linux 14.04, as a standalone boot. There is a developer switch that allows you to install Windows or Linux. How to Install Windows 10 on. Asus Chromebox first power on. I am writing this article on Windows 8 running on my Asus Chromebox. Windows 8 on USB hard drive running on Asus. I used WinToUsb to install Windows 8.1 to a. Asus Chromebox M004U review: Web-based life in.

  There are several HTPCs available, but I wasn’t looking to spend more than $150, and I wanted it with low power consumption, a small footprint, and the ability to boot into Linux directly. This is something that I would be comfortable running 24/7 without feeling like I’m wasting electricty.

  The Asus Chromebox fits the bill perfectly. There are resources available to set up standalone Linux easily, it doesn’t consume too much power, but it is powerful enough to transcode media, and it’s pretty inexpensive. The Asus Chromebox was released in March 2014. Ars Technica gave it unfavorable reviews as an HTPC setup, but much has changed in ease of installing a standalone linux OS. I found it on eBay for ~$110, brand new. Currently, Amazon sells it for $159:

  Requirements

  If you aim to accomplish the same setup for your Chromebox as I have, follow the guide below. Again, this is for a standalone Linux Ubuntu boot on the Asus Chromebox. This process will remove ChromeOS and does not have the option to dual-boot. Once you have finished this process, you will have accomplished the following:

  
  1. An Asus Chromebox with Ubuntu Linux 14.04, as a standalone boot.
  2. Plex Home Theater installed on the Chromebox, accessing Plex Media Server on the Synology NAS
  3. VNC server up and running, to remotely access the system

  I am assuming you already have Plex Media Server working with all your media. I am also assuming that you are willing to risk bricking your Chromebox; definitely proceed at your own risk. With that said, serveral people have reported success with this process.

  Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  Chromebox Setup and Ubuntu Installation

  Please note that the Kodi E-Z Setup Script is still in active development and options may change, or this process may no longer work. I wrote this in Feb 2015 and so the details of each step may have changed. I will try to keep this updated but please proceed at your own risk

  1. With your Chromebox unplugged, prepare your device for the linux installation by disabling the firmware write protection.
     1. To open the Chromebox, you need to remove the four rubber footpads. I found it easiest to use a small flathead and lift up from the inner-rounded corner of the footpad
     2. In case of any doubt from the website link above, here is the screw that needs to be permanently removed for this installation to work.
     3. If you like, you can install additional RAM at this point. Do make sure your RAM is PC3L, and not PC3. Using the latter will result in issues upon bootup.
  2. Follow the steps at this link to get into developer mode.
     1. NOTE: Carefully follow these instructions. Take your time at this step. STOP at “1.3 Perform Factory Reset.” You do not need to follow that step.
  3. You now want to download and run the EZ setup script, provided by Matt DeVillier. You can follow the steps from the Kodi forums, but I will break it down here.
     1. NOTE: Most of these instructions are directly from the link above, but I want to separate those instructions to make it easier see what needs to be done.
     2. Power up your Chromebox, and set up the internet connection (the first screen). DO NOT continue with the set up prompts.
     3. Press CTRL-ALT-F2 to view the command prompt
     4. You will be prompted for a username. Enter:
     5. Enter the following to download and run the EZ setup script:
     6. You will be provided some options to choose from. Enter 5, for Install/update: custom coreboot Firmware Enter 6 (as of ~2017), for Install/Update: Custom UEFI Firmware.
     7. Type Y to continue
     8. You may be prompted to ask if you want to install the headless firmware. Go ahead and say no.. The headless option is no longer an option as of ~2017.
     9. Backup the ChromeOS firmware to a USB stick.
     10. Then download and setup a USB stick to liveboot Ubuntu on a Mac or PC. **Please note that with Ubuntu will probably not install the grub EFI shim to the default UEFI boot target and this will cause your Chromebox to boot up to a black screen which is the EFI shell. See MrChromebox.tech’s FAQ which addresses how to resolve this. Otherwise you can use GalliumOS.
     11. Stick in the liveboot USB stick into the Chromebox, and reboot it.**
     12. You will have five seconds to press ESC key to display the boot menu. If you miss it simply reboot it again.
     13. Select the USB stick from the boot menu, and then you can proceed with installing Ubuntu.

  Setting up Ubuntu

  1. Once you have Ubuntu installed, you can install the programs you need.
  2. Run Updates first. See the Maintenence commands from Ubuntu Documentation for an overview of what to run
  3. Installing Plex Home Theater
     1. Add the plexappp repository by following this documentation. If it’s confusing, you should do the following commands in Terminal:
     2. Update the respositories:
     3. Install Plex Home Theater:
     4. Now all you need to do is configure PHT to talk to your PMS. I did this by configuring my server settings manually in Preferences.
  4. Configuring VNC - Remote Desktop
     1. Ubuntu comes with Desktop Sharing by default. This sets up a VNC server.
     2. Type “Desktop Sharing” in the dash (the launcher/finder)
     3. Configure the settings so that the following in enabled as seen below:
     1. You then need to disable encryption, since having this enabled seems to be an issue.
     2. This change may not stay after reboot, so you can edit some settings by typing the following in Terminal:
     3. Search for dconf Editor in dash, then navigate to org > gnome > desktop > remote-access
     4. Some have reported unchecking “enabled” but others haven’t had much success and resorted to finding other solutions. Defintely review those options if you’re haivng problems accessing VNC after rebooting. ‘

  Summary

  What you’ve accomplished, if my documentation is thorough enough (if not please let me know) is setting up the Asus Chromebox as an HTPC, with Ubuntu 14.04 installed, along with Plex Home Theater and local VNC access. If you would like to have access to your Chromebox via remote desktop outside your network (e.g., at work or another house) then I strongly recommend setting up SSH tunneling for VNC; passwords are not encrypted over the network.

  A Short Walkthrough to Installing Windows 10 on an Asus Chromebox

  In a previous post originally from 2015, I provided a walkthough on how to set up an Asus Chromebox out of the box with Ubuntu. Now, I provide information on how I setup the same Chromebox with Windows 10, especially since I hit a few snags along the way. I hope this information helps just as many people my previous post seemed to help.

  My overall impressions with the Chromebox running Windows 10 are quite positive compared with my experience with Ubutnu. I am comfortable with both systems, but I was running into complications getting Plex to work consistently with Ubuntu, as well as Kodi itself. Both Plex and Kodi seem to run much better on Windows 10.

  Please note the following:

  • This is an Asus Chromebox with 1.4 GHz Intel Celeron 2955U Processor and 6GB of RAM
  • I have already removed ChromeOS and removed the firmware write protection. If you haven’t already done that, see my previous post or the original kodi posting with the walkthrough.

  Setting up USB live boot drives with Ubuntu and Windows 10

  You first need to have two usb drives (8GB is fine), one to boot Ubuntu and use the EZ setup script and install/update the Chromebox firmware, and another to install Windows 10.

  1. Download the iso for Ubuntu and Windows 10
  2. Download Rufus.
  3. Set up the first USB key with Ubuntu using Rufus
  4. Set up the second USB key with Windows using Microsoft’s media tool. I personally had issues getting Rufus to be bootable but I’ve heard it works well.

  Update Chromebox firmware with Kodi E-Z Setup Script

  Next we need to boot into Ubuntu and update the Chromebox firmware.

  1. Visit Mr Chromebox’s website
  2. You essentially boot Ubuntu from your USB drive, and select the “Try Ubuntu” option to run it live.
  3. Open up Terminal and run the curl command from Mr Chromebox’s website above.
  4. You may need to install curl, which you can do by typing sudo apt install curl
  5. With the command line entered, you should be prompted to select an option. You want to Install/Update Custom UEFI Firmware (Standalone). This should only take a minute or two.
  6. Once completed, restart (which may take a while to actually restart) and remove the Ubuntu usb drive.
  7. Now insert the Windows 10 USB drive and Chromebox should boot from it. If not, try resetting again and you should have a boot option prompt.

  Some final notes

  At this point you have updated Chromebox’s firmware and you can now proceed to install Windows 10. With the firmware updated, audio over HDMI is supported. And while I had no problem with HDMI working with my monitor, HDMI was not working with my TV. I had no issue previously with the Chromebox running Ubuntu, but for some reason the Windows driver had no interest in working with my TV. I ended up installing the chipset drivers which you can grab here.

  ...'>Install Windows 10 On Asus Chromebox 3(15.04.2020)

• Baca novel terjemahan. This post is made possible because of the resources that others have provided. The purpose of this walkthrough is to provide details on how I set my Chromebox for my own use – with a standalone boot of Ubuntu Linux (14.04). I have also set up my Chromebox with VNC for local access (or remote desktop access) and Plex Home Theater, which I will go over as well.

  Home Setup

  At home, I have a Synology DS212j, which has been updated with the DS215j. The DS212j contains all my media (movies, tv shows, music, photographs) and works well hosting those files. It also runs perfectly fine running Plex Media Server (PMS). The limitation of running PMS is that the Synology DS212j (or DS215j) do not have the processing power to transcode my .mkv media. In otherwords, you cannot directly play a video from the Synology NAS unless the hardware (laptop, desktop) you are using to view the media is capable of transcoding the media. Using a tablet, phone, Chromecast, Roku with the Plex app will not work.

  I previously used my primary desktop computer, which has Plex Home Theater (PHT) installed, to connect to the PMS on my Synology NAS. The computer was then connected to the TV via HDMI. This worked fine, but it was troublesome when I didn’t want to leave my computer on all day, waste electricty, and generate extra heat during the summer.

  The Best HTPC For Me

  Again, this is for a standalone Linux Ubuntu boot on the Asus Chromebox. This process will remove ChromeOS and does not have the option to dual-boot. Once you have finished this process, you will have accomplished the following: An Asus Chromebox with Ubuntu Linux 14.04, as a standalone boot. There is a developer switch that allows you to install Windows or Linux. How to Install Windows 10 on. Asus Chromebox first power on. I am writing this article on Windows 8 running on my Asus Chromebox. Windows 8 on USB hard drive running on Asus. I used WinToUsb to install Windows 8.1 to a. Asus Chromebox M004U review: Web-based life in.

  There are several HTPCs available, but I wasn’t looking to spend more than $150, and I wanted it with low power consumption, a small footprint, and the ability to boot into Linux directly. This is something that I would be comfortable running 24/7 without feeling like I’m wasting electricty.

  The Asus Chromebox fits the bill perfectly. There are resources available to set up standalone Linux easily, it doesn’t consume too much power, but it is powerful enough to transcode media, and it’s pretty inexpensive. The Asus Chromebox was released in March 2014. Ars Technica gave it unfavorable reviews as an HTPC setup, but much has changed in ease of installing a standalone linux OS. I found it on eBay for ~$110, brand new. Currently, Amazon sells it for $159:

  Requirements

  If you aim to accomplish the same setup for your Chromebox as I have, follow the guide below. Again, this is for a standalone Linux Ubuntu boot on the Asus Chromebox. This process will remove ChromeOS and does not have the option to dual-boot. Once you have finished this process, you will have accomplished the following:

  
  1. An Asus Chromebox with Ubuntu Linux 14.04, as a standalone boot.
  2. Plex Home Theater installed on the Chromebox, accessing Plex Media Server on the Synology NAS
  3. VNC server up and running, to remotely access the system

  I am assuming you already have Plex Media Server working with all your media. I am also assuming that you are willing to risk bricking your Chromebox; definitely proceed at your own risk. With that said, serveral people have reported success with this process.

  Step-by-Step Walkthrough

  Chromebox Setup and Ubuntu Installation

  Please note that the Kodi E-Z Setup Script is still in active development and options may change, or this process may no longer work. I wrote this in Feb 2015 and so the details of each step may have changed. I will try to keep this updated but please proceed at your own risk

  1. With your Chromebox unplugged, prepare your device for the linux installation by disabling the firmware write protection.
     1. To open the Chromebox, you need to remove the four rubber footpads. I found it easiest to use a small flathead and lift up from the inner-rounded corner of the footpad
     2. In case of any doubt from the website link above, here is the screw that needs to be permanently removed for this installation to work.
     3. If you like, you can install additional RAM at this point. Do make sure your RAM is PC3L, and not PC3. Using the latter will result in issues upon bootup.
  2. Follow the steps at this link to get into developer mode.
     1. NOTE: Carefully follow these instructions. Take your time at this step. STOP at “1.3 Perform Factory Reset.” You do not need to follow that step.
  3. You now want to download and run the EZ setup script, provided by Matt DeVillier. You can follow the steps from the Kodi forums, but I will break it down here.
     1. NOTE: Most of these instructions are directly from the link above, but I want to separate those instructions to make it easier see what needs to be done.
     2. Power up your Chromebox, and set up the internet connection (the first screen). DO NOT continue with the set up prompts.
     3. Press CTRL-ALT-F2 to view the command prompt
     4. You will be prompted for a username. Enter:
     5. Enter the following to download and run the EZ setup script:
     6. You will be provided some options to choose from. Enter 5, for Install/update: custom coreboot Firmware Enter 6 (as of ~2017), for Install/Update: Custom UEFI Firmware.
     7. Type Y to continue
     8. You may be prompted to ask if you want to install the headless firmware. Go ahead and say no.. The headless option is no longer an option as of ~2017.
     9. Backup the ChromeOS firmware to a USB stick.
     10. Then download and setup a USB stick to liveboot Ubuntu on a Mac or PC. **Please note that with Ubuntu will probably not install the grub EFI shim to the default UEFI boot target and this will cause your Chromebox to boot up to a black screen which is the EFI shell. See MrChromebox.tech’s FAQ which addresses how to resolve this. Otherwise you can use GalliumOS.
     11. Stick in the liveboot USB stick into the Chromebox, and reboot it.**
     12. You will have five seconds to press ESC key to display the boot menu. If you miss it simply reboot it again.
     13. Select the USB stick from the boot menu, and then you can proceed with installing Ubuntu.

  Setting up Ubuntu

  1. Once you have Ubuntu installed, you can install the programs you need.
  2. Run Updates first. See the Maintenence commands from Ubuntu Documentation for an overview of what to run
  3. Installing Plex Home Theater
     1. Add the plexappp repository by following this documentation. If it’s confusing, you should do the following commands in Terminal:
     2. Update the respositories:
     3. Install Plex Home Theater:
     4. Now all you need to do is configure PHT to talk to your PMS. I did this by configuring my server settings manually in Preferences.
  4. Configuring VNC - Remote Desktop
     1. Ubuntu comes with Desktop Sharing by default. This sets up a VNC server.
     2. Type “Desktop Sharing” in the dash (the launcher/finder)
     3. Configure the settings so that the following in enabled as seen below:
     1. You then need to disable encryption, since having this enabled seems to be an issue.
     2. This change may not stay after reboot, so you can edit some settings by typing the following in Terminal:
     3. Search for dconf Editor in dash, then navigate to org > gnome > desktop > remote-access
     4. Some have reported unchecking “enabled” but others haven’t had much success and resorted to finding other solutions. Defintely review those options if you’re haivng problems accessing VNC after rebooting. ‘

  Summary

  What you’ve accomplished, if my documentation is thorough enough (if not please let me know) is setting up the Asus Chromebox as an HTPC, with Ubuntu 14.04 installed, along with Plex Home Theater and local VNC access. If you would like to have access to your Chromebox via remote desktop outside your network (e.g., at work or another house) then I strongly recommend setting up SSH tunneling for VNC; passwords are not encrypted over the network.

  A Short Walkthrough to Installing Windows 10 on an Asus Chromebox

  In a previous post originally from 2015, I provided a walkthough on how to set up an Asus Chromebox out of the box with Ubuntu. Now, I provide information on how I setup the same Chromebox with Windows 10, especially since I hit a few snags along the way. I hope this information helps just as many people my previous post seemed to help.

  My overall impressions with the Chromebox running Windows 10 are quite positive compared with my experience with Ubutnu. I am comfortable with both systems, but I was running into complications getting Plex to work consistently with Ubuntu, as well as Kodi itself. Both Plex and Kodi seem to run much better on Windows 10.

  Please note the following:

  • This is an Asus Chromebox with 1.4 GHz Intel Celeron 2955U Processor and 6GB of RAM
  • I have already removed ChromeOS and removed the firmware write protection. If you haven’t already done that, see my previous post or the original kodi posting with the walkthrough.

  Setting up USB live boot drives with Ubuntu and Windows 10

  You first need to have two usb drives (8GB is fine), one to boot Ubuntu and use the EZ setup script and install/update the Chromebox firmware, and another to install Windows 10.

  1. Download the iso for Ubuntu and Windows 10
  2. Download Rufus.
  3. Set up the first USB key with Ubuntu using Rufus
  4. Set up the second USB key with Windows using Microsoft’s media tool. I personally had issues getting Rufus to be bootable but I’ve heard it works well.

  Update Chromebox firmware with Kodi E-Z Setup Script

  Next we need to boot into Ubuntu and update the Chromebox firmware.

  1. Visit Mr Chromebox’s website
  2. You essentially boot Ubuntu from your USB drive, and select the “Try Ubuntu” option to run it live.
  3. Open up Terminal and run the curl command from Mr Chromebox’s website above.
  4. You may need to install curl, which you can do by typing sudo apt install curl
  5. With the command line entered, you should be prompted to select an option. You want to Install/Update Custom UEFI Firmware (Standalone). This should only take a minute or two.
  6. Once completed, restart (which may take a while to actually restart) and remove the Ubuntu usb drive.
  7. Now insert the Windows 10 USB drive and Chromebox should boot from it. If not, try resetting again and you should have a boot option prompt.

  Some final notes

  At this point you have updated Chromebox’s firmware and you can now proceed to install Windows 10. With the firmware updated, audio over HDMI is supported. And while I had no problem with HDMI working with my monitor, HDMI was not working with my TV. I had no issue previously with the Chromebox running Ubuntu, but for some reason the Windows driver had no interest in working with my TV. I ended up installing the chipset drivers which you can grab here.

  ...'>Install Windows 10 On Asus Chromebox 3(15.04.2020)