E14877 First Edition / November 2018 E-Manual
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Table of Contents About this manual......................................................................................................7 Conventions used in this manual.............................................................................. 8 Typography........................................................................................................................ 8 Safety precautions......................................................................................................
Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Starting for the first time..........................................................................................38 Sign-in area...................................................................................................................39 Browse as Guest............................................................................................................... 39 User account.....................................................................................
Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Chromebook..........................................................................70 Hardware FAQs............................................................................................................71 Software FAQs..............................................................................................................73 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy...................................................................................... 76 Overview.....
REACH.................................................................................................................................. 84 Macrovision Corporation Product Notice............................................................... 84 Prevention of Hearing Loss.......................................................................................... 84 Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries)............................................
About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Chromebook, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Chromebook. Chapter 2: Using your Chromebook This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Chromebook. Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook This chapter provides an overview of using the Chromebook.
Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks. WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing tasks and prevent damage to your Chromebook's data and components.
Safety precautions Using your Chromebook This Chromebook should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Chromebook and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your Chromebook on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, and other peripherals with your Chromebook.
Caring for your Chromebook Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Chromebook. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water. Remove any extra moisture from your Chromebook using a dry cloth. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near your Chromebook. Do not place objects on top of your Chromebook.
Proper disposal Do not throw your Chromebook in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercurycontaining button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Do not throw the battery in municipal waste.
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Getting to know your Chromebook Top View NOTE: The keyboard's layout may vary per region or country. The top view may also vary in appearance depending on the Chromebook model.
360º-adjustable touch screen panel Your Chromebook’s touch screen panel can be adjusted all the way into a 360º angle. This feature allows you to quickly turn your device from a Notebook PC into a touch-enabled tablet PC. This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Chromebook. It also allows you to operate it using touch screen gestures.
Bottom NOTE: The bottom side may vary in appearance depending on model. WARNING! The bottom of the Chromebook can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack. When working on your Chromebook, do not place it on surfaces that can block the vents. IMPORTANT! 16 • Battery time varies by usage and by the specifications for this Chromebook. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. • Purchase components from authorized retailers to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Chromebook. Audio features are software-controlled.
Right Side MicroSD card slot This built-in memory card reader slot supports microSD card formats. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C™ adapter to connect your Chromebook to an external display. Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Chromebook.
Left Side USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C™ adapter to connect your Chromebook to an external display. Insert the bundled power adapter into this port to charge the battery pack and supply power to your Chromebook. NOTE: Transfer rate of this port may vary per model.
Two-color battery charge indicator The two-color LED provides a visual indication of the battery’s charge status. Refer to the following table for details: Color Status Solid Green The Chromebook is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Solid Orange The Chromebook is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Solid Green The Chromebook is running on battery mode. USB 3.1 Gen 1 port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.
Headphone/Headset jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your headset. NOTE: This port does not support three-conductor 3.5 mm microphones. Volume button This button turns the volume up or down on your Chromebook. Power button Press the power button to turn your Chromebook on or off. You can also use the power button to put your Chromebook to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode.
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Getting started Charge your Chromebook A. Connect the DC power connector into your Chromebook’s power (DC) input port. B. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Chromebook for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time. NOTE: The power adapter may vary in appearance, depending on models and your region.
IMPORTANT! • Locate the input/output rating label on your Chromebook and ensure that it matches the input/output rating information on your power adapter. Some Chromebook models may have multiple rating output currents based on the available SKU. • Ensure that your Chromebook is connected to the power adapter before turning it on for the first time. We strongly recommend that you use a grounded wall socket while using your Chromebook on power adapter mode.
Lift to open the display panel and your Chromebook will turn on automatically NOTE: You can also press the power button to turn your Chromebook on or off.
Gestures for the touch screen panel and touchpad Gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Chromebook. Refer to the following illustrations when using hand gestures on your touch screen panel and touchpad. NOTE: • The following screenshots are for reference only. The touch screen panel’s appearance may vary depending on model. • The touch screen panel is available on selected models.
Tap and hold Slide to the right or left Tap and hold an item until a menu appears (if available), and you may tap to select an action from the menu. Slide to the right or left to go backward or forward through your web browsing history. Bottom edge swipe Pinch or stretch Slide your fingertip upward from the bottom edge of the screen to toggle on and off the auto-hide shelf. Use two of your fingertips to pinch or stretch on the screen to zoom out or zoom in.
Using the touchpad Moving the pointer You can tap anywhere on the touchpad to activate its pointer, then slide your finger on the touchpad to move the pointer onscreen.
One-finger gestures Tap/Double-tap • Tap an app to select it. • Double-tap an app to launch it. • Double-tap on an active screen to minimize or maximize it on your display panel. Drag and drop Tap on an active screen then slide the same finger without lifting it off the touchpad. To drop the screen to its new location, lift your finger from the touchpad.
Two-finger gestures Tap Tap two fingers on the touchpad to simulate the right-click function. Two-finger scroll (up/down) Two-finger scroll (left/right) Slide two fingers to scroll up or down. Slide two fingers to scroll left or right.
Drag and drop Select an item then press and hold the touchpad. Using your other finger, slide on the touchpad to drag the item, lift your finger off the button to drop the item.
Three-finger gestures Swipe left/Swipe right If you opened multiple tabs on your web browser, swipe three fingers left or right to switch between these tabs. Swipe up Swipe up to see an overview of all the screens currently opened on Chromebook.
Using the keyboard The following shortcut keys on your Chromebook’s keyboard can be used to launch programs and functions while using your Chromebook.
Rotating the display panel Your Chromebook’s display panel is adjustable up to 360 degrees. You may adjust the display panel as shown below.
Stand mode Tent mode Tablet mode NOTE: Rotating the screen to Stand, Tent and Tablet mode will disable the keyboard and touchpad.
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Starting for the first time When you start your Chromebook for the first time, please follow the series of following steps to configure your Chromebook: 1. Press the power button on your Chromebook. Wait for a few minutes until the setup screen appears. 2. From the setup screen, select your preferred option from the drop-down button beside the following items: • Select your language • Select your keyboard • Select a network Once finished, click/tap Continue. 3.
Sign-in area After turning on your Chromebook, the sign-in screen appears so you can choose to work on Chromebook using either of the following options: IMPORTANT! Ensure you have Internet connection before choosing any of the following sign-in options. Browse as Guest This option is recommended if you simply want to browse online or let others use your Chromebook. Downloaded files, browser history, and cookies are not stored once you sign out as guest.
User account Use this option to access apps and other programs offered in Chromebook and save downloaded files, apps, and browser histories right into your user account. Signing in to your user account Select the user account you want to use then type your password on the enter password field. Adding a user account Refer to the following steps if you want to add a new user account: 1. Click/Tap Add user on the bottom part of the sign-in area. 2.
Using your desktop Apps list Start working on your Chromebook by launching apps that can be accessed after signing in to your user account. These apps enable a variety of functions that can help you maximize the features of your Chromebook. To launch the apps list, click/tap on the launcher. NOTE: When browsing as a guest, only the icon appears on your launcher.
Adding apps on the launcher To add more apps on the launcher: 1. Click/Tap . 2. Right-click on the apps you want to add on the launcher then select Pin to shelf. Deleting apps from the launcher To delete any of the apps you currently have on the launcher: 1. Right-click on the apps you want to delete. 2. Select Unpin. Configuring the apps settings To configure your apps’ appearance once launched: 1. 2. 42 Right-click on the apps you want to configure.
Status area At a glance, the status area displays an overview of your Google user account information. It also allows you to change the settings of your Chromebook and your current user account. status area Click/Tap to launch the status area Launching the status area To launch the status area, click/tap anywhere on the status area box on the lower right corner of your desktop screen.
Inside the status area User account This shows the currently used Google user account. Settings Click/Tap this option to access your Chromebook settings. Sign out Click/Tap this option to sign out from the current user account. Network Click/Tap this option to view your current network connection, available network connections, and the network settings. Bluetooth Click/Tap this option to enable or disable your Bluetooth feature and manage other Bluetooth devices.
Volume Drag the volume slider to the left or to the right to turn the volume up or down on your Chromebook. Battery status This shows the current battery life percentage of your Chromebook. It also calculates the remaining time before your battery becomes discharged or fully-charged again. Date and time Click/Tap this option if you want to adjust the date and time settings of your Chromebook. Chromebook help Click/Tap this option to access the Chromebook help center.
Connecting to the Internet Internet connection is a must for you to work on Chromebook. Connect to the Internet wirelessly using a Wi-Fi connection. Enabling your Wi-Fi connection To enable your Wi-Fi connection: 1. Launch the status area. 2. Select No network > Turn Wi-Fi on. Switching to a new Wi-Fi network connection By default, your Chromebook uses the Wi-Fi network you chose during the setup process when you used your device for the first time.
Adding a network connection To add a new network connection to your list of networks: 1. Launch the status area. 2. Click/Tap Settings. 3. Under Internet connection, select Add connection.
4. Choose Add Wi-Fi... then input the necessary details to setup your new network connection. 5. Click/Tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet using this new network connection.
Chrome browser The Chrome browser is your main tool to go online. Aside from the Internet, this browser also displays most of the applications launched in the Chromebook. To launch the Chrome browser, click/tap on the launcher. Inside the Chrome browser Previous and next web page icons Press these icons to go back to the previous page or go to the next web page. Reload Click/Tap this to reload the current web page.
Tab The tab allows you to launch multiple sites or applications on your Chrome browser. Close Click/Tap this option to close the current tab. New tab Click/Tap this option to launch a new tab on your Chrome browser. Address bar The address bar displays the current file path or website address of the tab you are viewing. You may also use the address bar to search the web by typing down your search word then press . Bookmark Click/Tap this to bookmark the current web page you are viewing.
