User Guide SUMMARY This guide provides information about components, power management, security, backing up, and more.
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Safety warning notice Reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the Chromebox by following the practices described. WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the Chromebox directly on your lap or obstruct the Chromebox air vents. Use the Chromebox only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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Table of contents 1 Getting to know your Chromebox .................................................................................................................... 1 Right ....................................................................................................................................................................... 1 Front ................................................................................................................................................................
The HP commitment ......................................................................................................................... 14 International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) ....................................................... 15 Finding the best assistive technology .............................................................................................. 15 Assessing your needs .........................................................................................
1 Getting to know your Chromebox Your Chromebox features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they are located, and how they work. Right Use the illustration and table to identify the components on the right side of the Chromebox. Table 1-1 Right-side components and their descriptions Component (1) Description Security cable lock Attaches an optional security cable to the Chromebox.
Table 1-2 Front-side components and their descriptions Component (1) Description Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional standalone microphones. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
Table 1-2 Front-side components and their descriptions (continued) Component Description If the Chromebox has stopped responding and shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 10 seconds to turn off the Chromebox. Rear Use the illustration and table to identify the components on the rear of the Chromebox. Table 1-3 Rear-side components and their descriptions Component Description (1) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Table 1-3 Rear-side components and their descriptions (continued) Component Description ● (6) USB Type-C SuperSpeed charging port Off: The battery is not charging. Connects a USB device, provides data transfer, and (for select products) charges small devices when the Chromebox is on or in Sleep mode. Bottom Use the illustration and table to identify the bottom components. Table 1-4 Bottom component and description Components Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
Table 1-5 Service label components Component (1) HP product name (2) Model number (3) Warranty period (4) Product ID (5) Serial number Table 1-6 Service label components Component (1) HP product name (2) Product ID (3) Serial number (4) Warranty period ● Regulatory labels—Provide regulatory information about the device.
2 Using your Chromebox Use your Chromebox as an entertainment hub to manage music, download movies, and more. In addition, you can connect external devices like a monitor, projector, TV, speakers, and headphones to your Chromebox to make it an even more powerful entertainment center. Using audio On your device you can download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia.
1. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI port on the Chromebox. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to the high-definition TV or monitor. You now see the Chrome desktop on your display device. Connect to a wireless network Enabling and disabling Wake on LAN (WOL) function Wake on LAN (WOL) is a function that allows your device to be turned on by a message sent across your local area network, or LAN. NOTE: Wake on LAN only functions when a LAN cable is attached.
5. At the next prompt, type ethtool -s eth0 wol d and press enter to disable the WOL function. To enable WOL function, type ethtool -s eth0 wol g and press enter. 6. Press ctrl + alt + f1 or ctrl + alt + → to return to the Chrome desktop. Managing apps You can expand the productivity and entertainment capabilities of your Chromebox with free or purchased apps that you can download directly to your device. To find and install apps, go to the Chrome webstore.
3 Securing your Chromebox and information Device security is essential for protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your information. Standard security solutions and third-party software can help protect your device from a variety of risks, such as viruses, worms, and other types of malicious code. When you sign in to Chrome and enable sync, Chrome keeps your information secure by using your Google account credentials to encrypt your synced passwords.
3. Find the Powerwash section and click Powerwash. 4. After the dialog box opens, select Restart. For more detailed information about resetting your Chromebox, see https://support.google.com/ chromebook/answer/183084. Using an optional security cable A security cable lock, which is purchased separately, is designed to act as a deterrent, but it might not prevent the device from being mishandled or stolen.
4 Printing You have several ways to print from your device. ● Print with Google® ChromeTM inOS printing solution. ● Print from Google Chrome using the HP Print for Chrome app. NOTE: If you use HP Print for Chrome, you cannot register the printer with the Google Chrome inOS printing solution. Printing with Google Chrome inOS printing solution The Google Chrome inOS printing solution is a built-in printing solution for Chromeboxes. HP printers produced in 2017 and later are supported automatically.
5 More HP resources To locate resources that provide product details, how-to information, and more, use this table. Table 5-1 Additional information Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● How to set up the Chromebox ● Help to identify device components HP website ● Support information To access the latest user guide, go to http://www.hp.com/ support, and follow the instructions to find your product. Then select Manuals.
6 Electrostatic discharge Electrostatic discharge is the release of static electricity when two objects come into contact—for example, the shock you receive when you walk across the carpet and touch a metal door knob. A discharge of static electricity from fingers or other electrostatic conductors may damage electronic components.
7 Accessibility HP's goal is to design, produce, and market products, services, and information that everyone everywhere can use, either on a stand-alone basis or with appropriate third-party assistive technology (AT) devices or applications. HP and accessibility Because HP works to weave diversity, inclusion, and work/life into the fabric of the company, it is reflected in everything HP does.
International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) IAAP is a not-for-profit association focused on advancing the accessibility profession through networking, education, and certification. The objective is to help accessibility professionals develop and advance their careers and to better enable organizations to integrate accessibility into their products and infrastructure. As a founding member, HP joined to participate with other organizations to advance the field of accessibility.
If you need additional support with the accessibility features on your HP product, see Contacting support on page 18.
● Understandable (by addressing readability, predictability, and input assistance) ● Robust (for instance, by addressing compatibility with assistive technologies) Legislation and regulations Accessibility of IT and information has become an area of increasing legislative importance. These links provide information about key legislation, regulations, and standards.
● California State University, Northridge, Center on Disabilities (CSUN) ● University of Wisconsin - Madison, Trace Center ● University of Minnesota computer accommodations program Other disability resources Many resources, including these examples, provide information about disabilities and age-related limitations.
Index A accessibility 14 accessibility needs assessment assistive technology (AT) finding 15 purpose 14 AT (assistive technology) finding 15 purpose 14 audio 6 headphones 6 speakers 6 15 B Bluetooth device 7, 8 Bluetooth label 4 C components bottom 4 front side 1 rear side 3 right side 1 connecting to a wireless network 7, 8 customer support, accessibility 18 E electrostatic discharge H headphones, connecting HP Assistive Policy 14 13 4 P printing 11 product name and number, Chromebox 4 R regulatory in
