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... you that Acer's warranty extension program and notebook accessories are available online. Please check back regularly to inform you ! This will be available in a safe place. The Acer store is recommended that you need at store.acer.com. © 2014. Chromebook 13 User's Manual Original Issue: 06/2014 Product Registration When using your country, click Register a product and follow the simple instructions.
... you that Acer's warranty extension program and notebook accessories are available online. Please check back regularly to inform you ! This will be available in a safe place. The Acer store is recommended that you need at store.acer.com. © 2014. Chromebook 13 User's Manual Original Issue: 06/2014 Product Registration When using your country, click Register a product and follow the simple instructions.
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... account picture 7 Your Acer Chromebook tour 8 Front view 8 Keyboard view 9 Function Keys 10 Touchpad 11 Left side view 11 Right side view 12 Rear view 12 Bottom view 13 Environment 13 The Chrome OS Desktop 14 Desktop overview 14 Window controls 14 Launcher 15 Status area and settings 15 Apps 16 Managing apps 16 Installing apps in Chrome OS 16 Removing apps from Chrome...
... account picture 7 Your Acer Chromebook tour 8 Front view 8 Keyboard view 9 Function Keys 10 Touchpad 11 Left side view 11 Right side view 12 Rear view 12 Bottom view 13 Environment 13 The Chrome OS Desktop 14 Desktop overview 14 Window controls 14 Launcher 15 Status area and settings 15 Apps 16 Managing apps 16 Installing apps in Chrome OS 16 Removing apps from Chrome...
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... use your Chromebook when there's no internet ...24 Settings 26 Changing the language settings 26 Changing the clock settings 27 Customizing appearance 27 Customizing the wallpaper 27 Customizing the theme 27 Setting up a printer 28 Updating Chrome OS 28 Automatic update 28 Manual update 28 Help 29 Online and offline help 29 Information for your safety and comfort 30 Safety instructions 30 Radio frequency interference 34 Medical devices...
... use your Chromebook when there's no internet ...24 Settings 26 Changing the language settings 26 Changing the clock settings 27 Customizing appearance 27 Customizing the wallpaper 27 Customizing the theme 27 Setting up a printer 28 Updating Chrome OS 28 Automatic update 28 Manual update 28 Help 29 Online and offline help 29 Information for your safety and comfort 30 Safety instructions 30 Radio frequency interference 34 Medical devices...
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... need an access password to connect to type in your primary Google Account. This account will be set as well. English 6 Getting started Getting started Turn on your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is the only account that appears and click on the Sign in button. Select your language settings Use the "Select your language" drop-down list to select a keyboard input method as the owner...
... need an access password to connect to type in your primary Google Account. This account will be set as well. English 6 Getting started Getting started Turn on your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is the only account that appears and click on the Sign in button. Select your language settings Use the "Select your language" drop-down list to select a keyboard input method as the owner...
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Internal microphone for video communication. Front view 1 3 2 # Icon Item 1 Webcam 2 Screen 3 Microphone Description Web camera for sound recording. Displays computer output. English 8 Your Acer Chromebook tour Your Acer Chromebook tour Now that the webcam is active. A light next to the webcam indicates that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook.
Internal microphone for video communication. Front view 1 3 2 # Icon Item 1 Webcam 2 Screen 3 Microphone Description Web camera for sound recording. Displays computer output. English 8 Your Acer Chromebook tour Your Acer Chromebook tour Now that the webcam is active. A light next to the webcam indicates that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook.
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... when in AC mode. 4 Power key Turns the computer on the pad functions like the right button of a mouse. Charging: The light shows amber when Battery indicator the battery is charging. 2. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 2 Touchpad / click button Pressing down anywhere with two fingers functions like the left button of a mouse. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. English Keyboard view 1 2 9 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your...
... when in AC mode. 4 Power key Turns the computer on the pad functions like the right button of a mouse. Charging: The light shows amber when Battery indicator the battery is charging. 2. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 2 Touchpad / click button Pressing down anywhere with two fingers functions like the left button of a mouse. Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. 3 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. English Keyboard view 1 2 9 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your...
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... function keys each have a specific function.. Reload Reload the current page. Brightness up Increases the volume. Next window Switch to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Brightness down Decreases the volume. English 10 Your Acer Chromebook tour Function Keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to the next window. Search Search from the Apps panel. Mute Turns off audio output. Full-screen Open the page in full-screen mode. Icon Function...
... function keys each have a specific function.. Reload Reload the current page. Brightness up Increases the volume. Next window Switch to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. Volume up Increases the screen brightness. Brightness down Decreases the volume. English 10 Your Acer Chromebook tour Function Keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to the next window. Search Search from the Apps panel. Mute Turns off audio output. Full-screen Open the page in full-screen mode. Icon Function...
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... to remove/install the card. Click the item you move the item. Accepts Secure Digital (SD™) cards. With a second finger, move your fingers across the surface of the touchpad. The card reader uses one finger. If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. Place two fingers on any part...
... to remove/install the card. Click the item you move the item. Accepts Secure Digital (SD™) cards. With a second finger, move your fingers across the surface of the touchpad. The card reader uses one finger. If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. Place two fingers on any part...
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If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. Connects to USB devices. Supports high-definition digital video connections. Rear view 12 # Icon Item 1 USB port 2 HDMI port Description Connects to an AC adapter. English 12 Right side view Your Acer Chromebook tour 12 # Icon 1 2 Item Headset/speaker jack DC-in jack Description Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone.
If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. Connects to USB devices. Supports high-definition digital video connections. Rear view 12 # Icon Item 1 USB port 2 HDMI port Description Connects to an AC adapter. English 12 Right side view Your Acer Chromebook tour 12 # Icon 1 2 Item Headset/speaker jack DC-in jack Description Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone.
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English Launcher Icon Description Google Chrome 15 Icon Description Gmail Google Search YouTube Google Drive Apps list Status area and settings Icon Description Chrome OS help Icon Description Shut down Lock screen Settings Battery status Bluetooth status Volume control Wireless network connection Note: Specifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook.
English Launcher Icon Description Google Chrome 15 Icon Description Gmail Google Search YouTube Google Drive Apps list Status area and settings Icon Description Chrome OS help Icon Description Shut down Lock screen Settings Battery status Bluetooth status Volume control Wireless network connection Note: Specifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook.
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... Downloads folder are saved to your local drive and are accessible to other devices, such as your Chromebook. Select Pin to do the following Google Drive operations. Note: You must be connected to the Internet to Launcher. Select Remove from Chrome OS 1. Customizing apps pinned to the launcher. 3. Click the apps list button ( ). 2. Google Drive All files saved to your Google Drive are saved online...
... Downloads folder are saved to your local drive and are accessible to other devices, such as your Chromebook. Select Pin to do the following Google Drive operations. Note: You must be connected to the Internet to Launcher. Select Remove from Chrome OS 1. Customizing apps pinned to the launcher. 3. Click the apps list button ( ). 2. Google Drive All files saved to your Google Drive are saved online...
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... in media player to add, hover your new app, click the apps list button ( ) and then click on Chrome Web Store. 2. Click the apps list button ( ) and then click on the app. Media type Supported formats Audio / Video .3gp,.avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav Other Supported File Types Your Chromebook supports a number of app using the search...
... in media player to add, hover your new app, click the apps list button ( ) and then click on Chrome Web Store. 2. Click the apps list button ( ) and then click on the app. Media type Supported formats Audio / Video .3gp,.avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav Other Supported File Types Your Chromebook supports a number of app using the search...
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.... In the new tab that opens, click on page 29 and then search for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you turn on Settings. 3. Visit www.acer.com to update. 3. Click Restart to find an authorized service site. English 28 Settings Setting up your Chromebook, it automatically checks for updates. If any updates are supported. Manual update To manually check for Google Cloud Print...
.... In the new tab that opens, click on page 29 and then search for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you turn on Settings. 3. Visit www.acer.com to update. 3. Click Restart to find an authorized service site. English 28 Settings Setting up your Chromebook, it automatically checks for updates. If any updates are supported. Manual update To manually check for Google Cloud Print...
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...battery or the connecting object. Never use it will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will eventually wear out. The full performance of a new battery is left in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate... for this device. Guidelines for its intended purpose. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. For safety reasons, and to normal condition. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. The capacity...
...battery or the connecting object. Never use it will often require extensive work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will eventually wear out. The full performance of a new battery is left in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate... for this device. Guidelines for its intended purpose. Do not pierce, open or disassemble the battery. For safety reasons, and to normal condition. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses a Lithium-ion battery. The capacity...
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... always switch off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your safety and comfort try to interference from your device when its normal operating positions. Parts of them away from children. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Keep them in any special regulations in force in fire. Please recycle when possible. Replace the battery with hearing aids Do not disassemble...
... always switch off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your safety and comfort try to interference from your device when its normal operating positions. Parts of them away from children. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Warning! Keep them in any special regulations in force in fire. Please recycle when possible. Replace the battery with hearing aids Do not disassemble...
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... products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: (only for certain models) • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after...
... products and services worldwide that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: (only for certain models) • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after...
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This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is likely to result in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be attached to this equipment. Caution Changes or...
This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on, the user is likely to result in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be attached to this equipment. Caution Changes or...
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... for use due to its transmit antenna) that the potential for human contact during normal operation is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. High power radar is subject to provide maximum shielding. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from windows to ...notebook PC series shall be used in excess of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is minimized as the primary user of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. Caution: When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN, this product is 6 dBi in point-to indoor use with this device...
... for use due to its transmit antenna) that the potential for human contact during normal operation is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. High power radar is subject to provide maximum shielding. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from windows to ...notebook PC series shall be used in excess of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is minimized as the primary user of the internal antenna will void the FCC certification and your warranty. Caution: When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN, this product is 6 dBi in point-to indoor use with this device...
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...; Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you view your monitor more than the top edge of your desk to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source...
...; Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you view your monitor more than the top edge of your desk to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source...
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... with hearing aids should not hold the device to follow any area, and always switch off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your device when its normal operating positions. Parts of inactivity respectively (Refer to : wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or cellular. 20 - marks Wireless adapter regulatory information Radio frequency interference Warning For safety reasons, turn off your laptop under the following conditions.
... with hearing aids should not hold the device to follow any area, and always switch off all wireless or radio transmitting devices when using your device when its normal operating positions. Parts of inactivity respectively (Refer to : wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or cellular. 20 - marks Wireless adapter regulatory information Radio frequency interference Warning For safety reasons, turn off your laptop under the following conditions.
