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i Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
English ii • • • • • Information for your safety and comfort product falls, it could be seriously damaged. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
iii • • product where people will walk on the cord. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating. Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices.
English iv • • • • • Information for your safety and comfort Liquid was spilled into the product. The product was exposed to rain or water. The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions.
v Do not dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. Batteries may also explode if damaged. Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. Wireless devices may be susceptible to interference from the battery, which could affect performance. Replacing the battery pack The notebook uses lithium batteries. Replace the battery with the same type as that which came bundled with your product.
English vi Information for your safety and comfort hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.
vii Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device at refueling points such as near gas pumps at service stations.
English viii Information for your safety and comfort ENERGY STAR Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark. What is ENERGY STAR? Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
ix Pain, swelling or throbbing. Stiffness or tightness. Coldness or weakness. If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.
English x Information for your safety and comfort • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity.
Information for your safety and comfort English Table of contents i Safety instructions .........................................................................i Radio frequency interference .......................................................v Medical devices........................................................................... vi Vehicles....................................................................................... vi Potentially explosive environments ................................
English Table of contents Installing apps to Chrome OS ...........................................12 Removing apps from Chrome OS .....................................12 Customizing the apps pinned to the launcher ...................12 Google Drive .............................................................................12 Sync files from Downloads to Google Drive ......................12 Enable offline access to Google Drive files .......................14 Gmail ......................................
1 Turn on your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is located on the top-left corner of the keyboard. Select your language settings On the Connect screen that appears, select the language you would like to use by default. If there is more than one way to type in your language, you may be prompted to select a keyboard input method as well. Connect to a network Select a wireless network from the network menu.
English 2 Getting started Sign in with your Google Account In the sign-in box that appears, enter your Google Account username and password and click Sign in. Important: Sign in with your primary Google Account. This account will be set as the owner and is the only account that will be able to change certain settings. Create a new Google Account Click Create a Google Account on the right to set up a new account.
3 English Furthermore, your Chromebook is integrated with your Google Account profile. After signing in with your Google Account you will also have the option of choosing your Google Account profile picture.
English 4 Your Acer Chromebook tour Your Acer Chromebook tour After setting up your computer, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook. Front view 1 2 3 4 # Icon 5 Item Description 1 Webcam Web camera for video communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active (for selected models only). 2 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. 3 Screen Displays computer output. 4 2-in-1 card reader Accepts Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC).
5 Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Battery indicator Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. 5 Keyboard view 1 2 3 # Icon Item Description 1 Power button / indicator Turns the computer on and off. Indicates the computer's power status. 2 Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
English 6 Your Acer Chromebook tour # Icon 3 Item Description Touchpad / click button Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Pressing down anywhere on the pad functions like the left button of a mouse. Pressing down anywhere with two fingers functions like the right button of a mouse. Hotkeys The computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer's controls like screen brightness and volume output.
7 Hotkey Function Description Search Search from the browser’s address bar. Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your fingers across the surface of the touchpad. Action Gesture Click Just press down on any part of the touchpad. Right-click Click the touchpad with two fingers. Scroll Place two fingers on the touchpad and move them up and down to scroll vertically, left and right to scroll horizontally.
English 8 Your Acer Chromebook tour # Icon Item Description 3 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 4 USB port 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. Right view 1 # 3 4 Item Description Headset/speaker jack Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, headphones), or a headset with microphone. 2 USB port Connects to USB devices. If a port is black it is USB 2.
9 English Base view 1 3 2 # Icon Item Description 1 Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. 2 Speakers Left and right speakers deliver stereo audio output. 3 Battery release latch/lock Releases the battery for removal. Insert a suitable tool into the latch and slide to release.
English 10 Desktop Desktop Desktop overview Launcher Window controls Status area and settings Window controls Icon Description Icon Description Close the tab Create a new tab Back to the previous page Go to the next page Reload the page Search Minimize, maximize, or dock the window on the left or right Bookmark Settings
11 Icon Description Icon Description Open a new Chrome browser tab Gmail Google Search YouTube Google Drive See your apps list Status area and settings Icon Description Icon Description Battery life Shut down Brightness Volume Chrome OS help Wired network connection Settings Wireless network connection Sign out Note: Specifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook.
English 12 Apps Apps Managing apps Installing apps to Chrome OS See "Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store" on page 15. Removing apps from Chrome OS 1. Click the apps list button ( ). 2. Right-click (or click with two fingers) on the app you want to add to the launcher. 3. Select Remove from Chrome. Customizing the apps pinned to the launcher 1. Click the apps list button ( ). 2. Right-click on the app you want to add to the launcher. 3. Select Pin to Launcher.
13 English 2. If this your first time accessing your Google Drive, click on the Google Drive icon to enable access. 3. Once your Google Drive is enabled, select the checkboxes next to all of the files that you want to upload. 4. Drag-and-drop the files on to the Google Drive icon.
English 14 Apps Enable offline access to Google Drive files You can access files stored on your Google Drive while offline, but first you must enable offline access: 1. In the apps list, click on the Files icon. 2. Click on Google Drive. 3. In the Available offline column, place a tick next to all of the files that you want to be able to access offline. Gmail Composing an email 1. From the launcher, click on the Gmail icon. 2. Click COMPOSE. 3.
15 Your Chromebook has a built-in media player to play audio and video files. To play a file, simply double-click on an audio or video file in your Files app. Media type Supported formats Audio / Video .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav Chrome Web Store Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store 1. Click the apps list button ( ) and then click on Chrome Web Store. 2.
English 16 Settings Settings Use the settings menu to adjust the various options for your Chromebook. To access the settings menu: 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3. To show the advance settings, scroll to the bottom and click on Show advanced settings. Changing the language settings 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3.
17 7. Click on OK when finished. Changing the clock settings You are only able to change the time format and time zone on your Chromebook. If the date or time is incorrect on your Chromebook, try adjusting your time zone. To change the time zone: 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3. Click on Show advanced settings. 4. Scroll down and click on the drop down box next to Time zone.
English 18 Settings Setting up a printer You can use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to your printer. Not all printers are supported. To learn more about Google Cloud Print and how to set up your printer, connect to the Internet to access the more extensive online help from "Online and offline help" on page 19 and then search for Google Cloud Print. Updating Chrome OS Automatic update Each time you turn on your Chromebook, it automatically checks for updates.
19 Online and offline help Additional help is available both online and offline. The help covers basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS. To access the help pages: 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on the question mark (?). Note: If you are connected to the Internet, the more extensive online help will automatically open. Otherwise, the offline help will be opened.
English 20 Regulations and safety notices Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
21 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Notice: Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque à l'intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
English 22 Regulations and safety notices General To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors. This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). Below information is for products with such devices.
23 The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1. This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25 GHz frequency range. FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range 5.15 to 5.
