acer Chromebook 15.6 Inch Full HD Touch Laptop User Manual

acer Chromebook 15.6 Inch Full HD Touch Laptop

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GETTING STARTED

• Turn on your Chromebook
  On the Chromebook, press the power button. A “Welcome” screen will appear when the Chromebook first boots up.

• Select your language settings
  Use the “Language” drop-down list to choose your default language setting. 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 network from the “Connect to network” list to connect to the Internet. If network access is protected, you will need an access password to connect to it.

• Accept the Terms of Service
  Once connected to a network, accept the Terms of Service. Your Chromebook will then download any available system updates, so you automatically get the latest ChromeOS features.

First-time sign-in

• Create a new Google Account
  You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Select Create a Google Account to set up a new account. A Google Account gives you access to useful web services developed by Google, such as Gmail, Google Drive, and Google Calendar.

• Browse as a guest
  You can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account by selecting Browse as a Guest.

YOUR ACER CHROMEBOOK TOUR

Front view

right to open it.

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Webcam

| Web camera for video communication.

A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active.

4|  | Screen| Displays Chromebook output, supports touch or non-touch option.

Keyboard view

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Touchpad / click button

| Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a Chromebook 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.

4|  | Numeric keypad| A separate keypad for numeric data entry.
5| ****| Power button| Turns the Chromebook on and off.

Function keys
The Chromebook uses function keys or key combinations to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.

Common keyboard shortcuts
You can use shortcuts to complete some tasks more quickly.

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.

Left view

USB Type-A information

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatible ports are blue.
• Compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and earlier devices.
• For optimal performance, use USB 3.2 Gen 1-certified devices.
• Defined by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 specification (SuperSpeed USB).

USB Type-C information

• USB 3.2 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
• Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output.
• Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging.
• DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 65 W at 5~20 V. For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter or USB Power Delivery device.

Right view:

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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