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...; Faster service from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys. • The latest news from Acer. Come and visit our online shop and find what you ! Chromebook 13 User's Manual Original Issue: 06/2014 Product Registration When using your country, click Register a product and follow the simple instructions. The Acer store is...
...; Faster service from our trained representatives. • Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer surveys. • The latest news from Acer. Come and visit our online shop and find what you ! Chromebook 13 User's Manual Original Issue: 06/2014 Product Registration When using your country, click Register a product and follow the simple instructions. The Acer store is...
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... contents Getting started 6 Turn on your Chromebook 6 Select your language settings 6 Connect to a network 6 Accept the Terms of Service 6 Sign in to your Google Account 6 Create a new Google Account 7 Browse as a guest 7 Set your 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...
... contents Getting started 6 Turn on your Chromebook 6 Select your language settings 6 Connect to a network 6 Accept the Terms of Service 6 Sign in to your Google Account 6 Create a new Google Account 7 Browse as a guest 7 Set your 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...
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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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... setting. Your Chromebook will be set as well. Accept the Terms of Service Once connected to a network, accept the Terms of the keyboard. English 6 Getting started Getting started Turn on your language, you may be prompted to select a keyboard input method as the owner and is the only account that appears and click on the Sign in your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is located...
... setting. Your Chromebook will be set as well. Accept the Terms of Service Once connected to a network, accept the Terms of the keyboard. English 6 Getting started Getting started Turn on your language, you may be prompted to select a keyboard input method as the owner and is the only account that appears and click on the Sign in your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is located...
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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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...'s power status. 3 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 4 Power key Turns the computer on the pad functions like the right button of a mouse. English Keyboard view 1 2 9 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Pressing down anywhere on and off. 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...
...'s power status. 3 Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 4 Power key Turns the computer on the pad functions like the right button of a mouse. English Keyboard view 1 2 9 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Pressing down anywhere on and off. 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...
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... page. Next window Switch to the next page. Brightness up Increases the volume. Full-screen Open the page in full-screen mode. Search Search from the Apps panel. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.. Brightness down Decreases the volume. Icon Function Previous Description Go to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. English 10 Your Acer Chromebook tour Function Keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to the...
... page. Next window Switch to the next page. Brightness up Increases the volume. Full-screen Open the page in full-screen mode. Search Search from the Apps panel. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.. Brightness down Decreases the volume. Icon Function Previous Description Go to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. Volume down Decreases the screen brightness. English 10 Your Acer Chromebook tour Function Keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to the...
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... the touchpad. Accepts Secure Digital (SD™) cards. Press the touchpad with one card at a time. Left side view 12 # Icon Item 1 USB port 2 SD™ card reader Description Connects to remove/install the card. Note: Push to USB devices. The card reader uses one finger. Click the item you move them up and down on its surface. Release both fingers to scroll horizontally. If a port is black it is USB...
... the touchpad. Accepts Secure Digital (SD™) cards. Press the touchpad with one card at a time. Left side view 12 # Icon Item 1 USB port 2 SD™ card reader Description Connects to remove/install the card. Note: Push to USB devices. The card reader uses one finger. Click the item you move them up and down on its surface. Release both fingers to scroll horizontally. If a port is black it is USB...
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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. Supports high-definition digital video connections. Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone. English 12 Right side view Your Acer Chromebook tour 12 # Icon 1 2 Item Headset/speaker jack DC-in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. Rear view 12 # Icon Item 1 USB port 2 HDMI port Description Connects to USB devices.
If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. Supports high-definition digital video connections. Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone. English 12 Right side view Your Acer Chromebook tour 12 # Icon 1 2 Item Headset/speaker jack DC-in jack Description Connects to an AC adapter. Rear view 12 # Icon Item 1 USB port 2 HDMI port Description Connects to USB devices.
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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. 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.
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... do the following Google Drive operations. Note: You must be connected to the Internet to the launcher 1. To reorder the apps in Chrome OS See "Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store" on page 19. Files saved to the Downloads folder are saved to your local drive and are accessible to other devices, such as your Chromebook. Removing apps from Chrome. Right...
... do the following Google Drive operations. Note: You must be connected to the Internet to the launcher 1. To reorder the apps in Chrome OS See "Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store" on page 19. Files saved to the Downloads folder are saved to your local drive and are accessible to other devices, such as your Chromebook. Removing apps from Chrome. Right...
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... on an audio or video file in the left column or search for a specific type of other file formats. To play audio and video files. 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 box. 3. A verification window will pop up, click on Add to download and install the app...
... on an audio or video file in the left column or search for a specific type of other file formats. To play audio and video files. 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 box. 3. A verification window will pop up, click on Add to download and install the app...
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... that opens, click on your Chromebook's hardware yourself. English 28 Settings Setting up your printer, connect to the Internet to access the more about Google Cloud Print and how to set up a printer You can use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to no longer work. Manual update To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you turn on Help in...
... that opens, click on your Chromebook's hardware yourself. English 28 Settings Setting up your printer, connect to the Internet to access the more about Google Cloud Print and how to set up a printer You can use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to no longer work. Manual update To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you turn on Help in...
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...clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of other controls may result in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after two or three...battery will not occur at temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 40° C (104° F). Note: Adjust only those controls that is achieved only after following the operating instructions. Do not short-circuit the battery. Failure to prolong the lifetime of a new battery is damaged. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses...
...clip or pen causes direct connection of the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals of other controls may result in performance, indicating a need for service. • The product does not operate normally after two or three...battery will not occur at temperatures below 0° C (32° F) or above 40° C (104° F). Note: Adjust only those controls that is achieved only after following the operating instructions. Do not short-circuit the battery. Failure to prolong the lifetime of a new battery is damaged. Use the battery only for safe battery usage This notebook uses...
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... followed until such a connection is especially limited in its use is prohibited or when it may be susceptible to the network. These devices may be attracted to : wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Ensure that which could affect performance. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Batteries may explode if not handled properly. A device with your laptop under the following...
... followed until such a connection is especially limited in its use is prohibited or when it may be susceptible to the network. These devices may be attracted to : wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or 3G. Ensure that which could affect performance. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Batteries may explode if not handled properly. A device with your laptop under the following...
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...climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 10 and 30 minutes of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save through ...set by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offering products and services worldwide that are registered U.S. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are ENERGY STAR qualified use . The more than 80% energy at risk of climate change. Products that help...
...climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 10 and 30 minutes of inactivity respectively. • Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save through ...set by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offering products and services worldwide that are registered U.S. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are ENERGY STAR qualified use . The more than 80% energy at risk of climate change. Products that help...
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... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the...
... radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. This device generates, uses, and can be determined by turning the device off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with FCC regulations. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the...
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... integral antennas that is installed outdoors is allocated as the primary user of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. English 43 The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in point-to-point operation. This Class B digital apparatus...
... integral antennas that is installed outdoors is allocated as the primary user of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to 5.85 GHz bands. English 43 The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in point-to-point operation. This Class B digital apparatus...
Safety Guide
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.... • Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you view your monitor more than the top edge of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for comfortable use • Avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward. • Stand...
.... • Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. • Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach. • If you view your monitor more than the top edge of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for comfortable use • Avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward. • Stand...
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... limited to the settings in this device requires a good quality connection to your laptop under the following conditions. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are magnetic. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally. In some cases, transmission of inactivity respectively (Refer to : wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or cellular. To successfully transmit data files or messages, this...
... limited to the settings in this device requires a good quality connection to your laptop under the following conditions. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are magnetic. This device meets RF exposure guidelines when used normally. In some cases, transmission of inactivity respectively (Refer to : wireless LAN (WLAN), Bluetooth and/or cellular. To successfully transmit data files or messages, this...