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... 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 your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes from...
... 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 your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes from...
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... qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is turned on. Do not put a computer in a carrying case while it is off the computer and remove the battery pack if applicable. Basic care and tips for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for using your...
... qualified service personnel when: • The power cord or plug is turned on. Do not put a computer in a carrying case while it is off the computer and remove the battery pack if applicable. Basic care and tips for service. • The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for using your...
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... attempt to replace or remove the battery by Acer. The full performance of the battery, charging will eventually wear out. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with parts approved by yourself. • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced by an authorized service center. When the operation time becomes...
... attempt to replace or remove the battery by Acer. The full performance of the battery, charging will eventually wear out. This notebook uses a Lithium-based battery. If the battery leaks and you come into contact with the leaked fluids, rinse thoroughly with parts approved by yourself. • Device with removable battery: The battery should only be replaced by an authorized service center. When the operation time becomes...
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...set by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. Acer is ENERGY STAR? What is proud to offer our customers products with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly... wireless phone use of climate change. Acer is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. Do not switch the notebook on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability ENERGY STAR Acer's...
...set by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of our environment. Acer is ENERGY STAR? What is proud to offer our customers products with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly... wireless phone use of climate change. Acer is prohibited or when it may cause interference or danger. Do not switch the notebook on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability ENERGY STAR Acer's...
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... settings in its use is available. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are magnetic. Use the device only in Power Management). • Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode. Warnings and regulatory information - 21 Note Information in this device requires a good quality connection to the network. Acer...
... settings in its use is available. ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are magnetic. Use the device only in Power Management). • Wake the computer from sleep mode by pushing keyboard or moving mouse. • Computers will save more than 80% energy at "sleep" mode. Warnings and regulatory information - 21 Note Information in this device requires a good quality connection to the network. Acer...
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... to reduce the potential for U.S operation according to device supporting IEEE 802.11a/ac wireless adapters. No configuration controls are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to the limits set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). • The use of such environments. • The use due to its operation in hospitals is governed by each...
... to reduce the potential for U.S operation according to device supporting IEEE 802.11a/ac wireless adapters. No configuration controls are allocated as primary users of the 5.25 to 5.35 GHz and 5.65 to the limits set forth by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). • The use of such environments. • The use due to its operation in hospitals is governed by each...
User Manual
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.... Once it under "My Products" page. All Rights Reserved. Acer Group shall not be liable for reference only and may contain information or features that is done, you can review it is protected by copyright laws. Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Covers: CP311-3H This revision: May 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to register...
.... Once it under "My Products" page. All Rights Reserved. Acer Group shall not be liable for reference only and may contain information or features that is done, you can review it is protected by copyright laws. Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Covers: CP311-3H This revision: May 2020 Important This manual contains proprietary information that do not apply to register...
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... contents - 3 Getting started 4 Turn on your Chromebook 4 Select your language settings 4 Connect to a network 4 Accept the Terms of Service 4 First-time sign-in 4 Create a new Google Account 4 Browse as a guest 4 Sign in to your Google Account 5 Your Acer Chromebook tour 6 Front view 6 Keyboard view 7 Function keys 7 Touchpad 8 Left view 9 USB Type-C information 9 Right view 10 Bottom view 10 The Chrome OS Desktop 11 Window controls 11 Shelf...
... contents - 3 Getting started 4 Turn on your Chromebook 4 Select your language settings 4 Connect to a network 4 Accept the Terms of Service 4 First-time sign-in 4 Create a new Google Account 4 Browse as a guest 4 Sign in to your Google Account 5 Your Acer Chromebook tour 6 Front view 6 Keyboard view 7 Function keys 7 Touchpad 8 Left view 9 USB Type-C information 9 Right view 10 Bottom view 10 The Chrome OS Desktop 11 Window controls 11 Shelf...
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... choose your Chromebook On the Chromebook keyboard, the power button is located on your default language setting. Connect to a network Select a network from the "Connect to network" list to connect to select a keyboard input method as well. Your Chromebook will need an access password to connect to useful web services developed by selecting Browse as Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar. If network access is more than one . Accept the Terms of Service Once connected to set up . A Google...
... choose your Chromebook On the Chromebook keyboard, the power button is located on your default language setting. Connect to a network Select a network from the "Connect to network" list to connect to select a keyboard input method as well. Your Chromebook will need an access password to connect to useful web services developed by selecting Browse as Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar. If network access is more than one . Accept the Terms of Service Once connected to set up . A Google...
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Front view 1 3 2 # Icon Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphones for video 3 Webcam communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook Spin 311. 6 - Web camera for sound recording. 2 Touchscreen Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input. Your Acer Chromebook tour YOUR ACER CHROMEBOOK TOUR Now that the webcam is active.
Front view 1 3 2 # Icon Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphones for video 3 Webcam communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook Spin 311. 6 - Web camera for sound recording. 2 Touchscreen Displays computer output, supports multi-touch input. Your Acer Chromebook tour YOUR ACER CHROMEBOOK TOUR Now that the webcam is active.
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... a specific function. Pressing down anywhere on the pad functions like the right button of a mouse. Next Go to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. Function keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to the next page. Keyboard view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 7 1 2 # Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Icon Function Description Previous Go to the previous page. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 2 Touchpad / click button...
... a specific function. Pressing down anywhere on the pad functions like the right button of a mouse. Next Go to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. Function keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to the next page. Keyboard view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 7 1 2 # Icon Item Description 1 Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Icon Function Description Previous Go to the previous page. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. 2 Touchpad / click button...
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Your Acer Chromebook tour Icon Function Reload Full-screen Next window Brightness down Brightness up Mute Volume down Volume up and down on a computer mouse. Open the page in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on the touchpad and move with one finger. Switch to move them up Lock screen Search Description Reload the current page. Two-finger tap (or alt-click) Tapping the touchpad with two fingers...
Your Acer Chromebook tour Icon Function Reload Full-screen Next window Brightness down Brightness up Mute Volume down Volume up and down on a computer mouse. Open the page in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on the touchpad and move with one finger. Switch to move them up Lock screen Search Description Reload the current page. Two-finger tap (or alt-click) Tapping the touchpad with two fingers...
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... view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 9 12 3 # Icon Item USB Type-C port 1 with DC-in 2 Headset/speaker jack Power button 3 Battery indicator Description Connects to the provided USB TypeC power adapter and to USB devices with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. • Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output. • Delivers up to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone. Connects to 3 A at 12/18~20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.
... view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 9 12 3 # Icon Item USB Type-C port 1 with DC-in 2 Headset/speaker jack Power button 3 Battery indicator Description Connects to the provided USB TypeC power adapter and to USB devices with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. • Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output. • Delivers up to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone. Connects to 3 A at 12/18~20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.
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Bottom view 1 # Icon Item 1 Speakers Description Deliver stereo audio output. USB port Connects to a Kensingtoncompatible security lock. Your Acer Chromebook tour Right view # Icon 1 +/2 3 1 23 Item Description Volume control key Adjusts the system volume. Kensington lock slot Connects to USB devices. 10 -
Bottom view 1 # Icon Item 1 Speakers Description Deliver stereo audio output. USB port Connects to a Kensingtoncompatible security lock. Your Acer Chromebook tour Right view # Icon 1 +/2 3 1 23 Item Description Volume control key Adjusts the system volume. Kensington lock slot Connects to USB devices. 10 -
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... or unpin apps on the shelf, just drag them around. To pin an app to display a box with more options. Icon Description Icon Description Notifications Shut down Lock screen Volume control Bluetooth status Settings Wireless network connection Battery status Night light Keyboard Brightness control Tap the Status area to the shelf 1. Locate and two-finger tap the desired app icon from the shelf 1. Select the Launcher...
... or unpin apps on the shelf, just drag them around. To pin an app to display a box with more options. Icon Description Icon Description Notifications Shut down Lock screen Volume control Bluetooth status Settings Wireless network connection Battery status Night light Keyboard Brightness control Tap the Status area to the shelf 1. Locate and two-finger tap the desired app icon from the shelf 1. Select the Launcher...
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... type "Files"). 3. Click to create documents on your Chromebook. This user manual uses Google Drive and Files interchangeably when giving instructions regarding accessing files. Select the Files icon. 16 - Apps & extensions Difference between Drive and Files apps Google Drive is the onboard storage system for your Chromebook makes heavy use the keyboard shortcut + + . Select New and select the type of the web, you want to Google Drive 1. Sync files from Google Drive and...
... type "Files"). 3. Click to create documents on your Chromebook. This user manual uses Google Drive and Files interchangeably when giving instructions regarding accessing files. Select the Files icon. 16 - Apps & extensions Difference between Drive and Files apps Google Drive is the onboard storage system for your Chromebook makes heavy use the keyboard shortcut + + . Select New and select the type of the web, you want to Google Drive 1. Sync files from Google Drive and...
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... 've created to select All Apps (or type "Google Drive"). 3. Click to put your smartphone or tablet. Open the computer's web browser. 2. Select Share in Google Drive, they are free video chats for you have internet access. Login using your documents, do the following : 1. To find your Google account username and password. 4. Select My Drive (or whatever sub-folder you create are...
... 've created to select All Apps (or type "Google Drive"). 3. Click to put your smartphone or tablet. Open the computer's web browser. 2. Select Share in Google Drive, they are free video chats for you have internet access. Login using your documents, do the following : 1. To find your Google account username and password. 4. Select My Drive (or whatever sub-folder you create are...
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... this document while not connected to the internet and access Google Drive. 1. It'll update and send your emails the next time you are saved locally on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon. 2. The changes will not be seen if you MUST be reflected in the Google Drive online version of messages you normally would . Open a Google document you have...
... this document while not connected to the internet and access Google Drive. 1. It'll update and send your emails the next time you are saved locally on your keyboard or select the Launcher icon. 2. The changes will not be seen if you MUST be reflected in the Google Drive online version of messages you normally would . Open a Google document you have...
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... of the screen. 2. Visit www.acer.com to find an authorized service site. Settings - 29 Manual update To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you want to reset your Chromebook (for example, removing your personal information and settings). If any data on the page. Select Settings icon. 3. Resetting your Chromebook There may be displayed on your hard drive that is basically factory resetting your computer...
... of the screen. 2. Visit www.acer.com to find an authorized service site. Settings - 29 Manual update To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you want to reset your Chromebook (for example, removing your personal information and settings). If any data on the page. Select Settings icon. 3. Resetting your Chromebook There may be displayed on your hard drive that is basically factory resetting your computer...