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  • Page 1 E17820 Revised Edition V3 / January 2021 E-Manual...
  • Page 2 Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual .....................7 Conventions used in this manual ................8 Typography ........................8 Safety precautions .....................9 Using your Chromebook ....................9 Caring for your Chromebook ..................10 Proper disposal ........................ 11 Battery safety information................... 12 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Chromebook..............16 Top View ..........................
  • Page 4 Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Starting for the first time ..................40 Sign-in area ........................41 Browse as Guest ......................41 User account ........................42 Using your desktop ....................43 Apps list ..........................43 Status area ......................... 45 Connecting to the Internet ..................48 Enabling your Wi-Fi connection ................
  • Page 5 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Chromebook .................72 Hardware FAQs ......................73 Software FAQs ......................75 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy ..................78 Overview ..........................78 Network Compatibility Declaration ................. 79 Non-Voice Equipment ....................79 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ....82 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement .........
  • Page 6 EU REACH and Article 33 ....................90 EU RoHS..........................90 Japan JIS-C-0950 Material Declarations ..............90 India RoHS ......................... 90 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ................91 Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America......91 Ecodesign Directive ....................... 91 ENERGY STAR Qualified Product ................92 EPEAT Registered Products ..................

  • Page 7: About This Manual

    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.

  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    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.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    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. Your Chromebook can get warm to hot while in use or while charging the battery pack.

  • Page 10: Caring For 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.

  • Page 11: Proper Disposal

    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 mercury- containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.

  • Page 12: Battery Safety Information

    Battery safety information Battery protection • Frequently charging a battery under high voltage may shorten the battery life. To protect the battery, once the battery is fully charged, the system may stop charging when the battery power is between 90% and 100%. NOTE: The initiate battery power charging capacity is usually set between 90% and 99%.
  • Page 13 Standard battery care • If you are not using your device for a long period of time, ensure to charge the battery power to 50% then power off your device and disconnect the AC power adapter. Recharge the battery power to 50% every three months to avoid over-discharging and prevent damage to the battery.
  • Page 14 Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 16: Getting To Know Your Chromebook

    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. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 17 Array microphones The array microphones feature echo canceling, noise suppression, and beam forming functions for better voice recognition and audio recording. Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Chromebook.
  • Page 18 Keyboard The keyboard provides full-sized QWERTY keys with a comfortable travel depth for typing. It also enables you to use the function keys and controls other multimedia functions. NOTE: The keyboard layout differs by model or territory. Touchpad The touchpad allows the use of multi-gestures to navigate onscreen, providing an intuitive user experience.

  • Page 19: Bottom View

    Chromebook. The battery pack cannot be disassembled. • Purchase components from authorized retailers to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability. Consult an ASUS service center or authorized retailers for product service or assistance on proper disassembly or assembly of the product.
  • Page 20 Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Chromebook. Audio features are software-controlled. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 21: Right View

    Right View USB 3.2 Gen 1 port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) Gen 1 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 22 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) 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.

  • Page 23: Left View

    Left View USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C®/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) 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.
  • Page 24 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 White The Chromebook is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%.
  • Page 25 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. USB 3.2 Gen 1 port The USB 3.2 (Universal Serial Bus 3.2) Gen 1 port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0.
  • Page 26 Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 27: Chapter 2: Using Your Chromebook

    Chapter 2: Using your Chromebook Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 28: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge your Chromebook Connect the DC power connector into your Chromebook’s power (DC) input port. 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.
  • Page 29 Chromebook from the power socket. WARNING! Read the following precautions for your Chromebook’s battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled.
  • Page 30 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. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 31: Gestures For The Touch Screen Panel And Touchpad

    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.
  • Page 32 Tap and hold Slide to the right or left Tap and hold an item until a menu Slide to the right or left to go appears (if available), and you may backward or forward through tap to select an action from the your web browsing history.

  • Page 33: Using The Touchpad

    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. Slide horizontally Slide vertically Slide diagonally Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 34 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.
  • Page 35 Two-finger gestures 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 Slide two fingers to scroll left or down. right. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 36 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. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 37 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.

  • Page 38: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard The following shortcut keys on your Chromebook’s keyboard can be used to launch programs and functions while using your Chromebook. Goes back to the previous page Moves to the next page Reloads your current web page Activates full-screen mode for the currently opened screen Switches to the next window Decreases display brightness...

  • Page 39: Chapter 3: Working With Chromebook

    Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 40: Starting For The First Time

    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: Press the power button on your Chromebook. Wait until the setup screen appears. From the setup screen, select your preferred option from the drop-down button beside the following items: •...

  • Page 41: Sign-In Area

    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.

  • Page 42: User Account

    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 Password field.
  • Page 44 Adding apps on the launcher To add more apps on the launcher: Click/Tap 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: Right-click on the apps you want to delete.

  • Page 45: Status Area

    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.
  • Page 46 Inside the status area User account This shows the currently used Google user account. Network Click/Tap this option to view your current network connection, available network connections, and the network settings. Night Light Click/Tap this option to turn the night light on or off. Volume Drag the volume slider to the left or to the right to turn the volume up or down on your Chromebook.
  • Page 47 Brightness Drag the brightness slider to the left or to the right to adjust brightness. Date and time Click/Tap this option if you want to adjust the date and time settings of your Chromebook. Battery status This shows the current battery life percentage of your Chromebook.

  • Page 48: Connecting To The Internet

    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: Launch the status area. Select No networks to automatically enable your Wi-Fi connection.

  • Page 49: Adding A Network Connection

    Adding a network connection To add a new network connection to your list of networks: Launch the status area. Click/Tap Under Network, select Add connection. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 50 Choose Add Wi-Fi... then input the necessary details to setup your new network connection. Click/Tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet using this new network connection. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 52 The tab allows you to launch multiple sites or applications on Chrome. Close Click/Tap this option to close the current tab. New tab Click/Tap this option to launch a new tab on Chrome. Address bar The address bar displays the current file path or website address of the tab you are viewing.

  • Page 53: Printing Documents

    Printing documents Using the print feature of your Chromebook, you can save files in PDF format or create hard copies via Google Cloud Print. Saving PDF files To save your file in PDF format: Open the file you want to print then press Select the settings you want to modify then click/tap Next.
  • Page 54 In the next screen that appears, click/tap Save and select which location you want to save your file as a PDF then type in your preferred file name. Click/Tap Save to create the PDF file into the location and exit. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 55: Google Cloud Print

    Google Cloud Print If you need to create file printouts from your Chromebook, you may do so using the Google Cloud Print feature. Google Cloud Print allows you to create hard copies using these key ingredients: cloud-based technology, an active Internet connection, and a cloud print enabled printer.
  • Page 56 Connecting a classic printer to Google Cloud Print Classic printers are printers that do not automatically support Google Cloud Print and needs to be manually setup for use with Google. To use a classic printer with your Chromebook, you need to connect the said printer to Google Cloud Print via a compatible Windows®...
  • Page 57 To connect classic printers to Google Cloud print: Connect your preferred printer to your computer then turn on both devices. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your printer is already installed to your computer before proceeding with the next steps. Connect your computer to the Internet then open Google Chrome.
  • Page 58 Under Classic printers, click Add printers. Sign in using your Google account. In the next screen, click the printer that you want to connect to Google Cloud Print then click Add printer(s). The following screen appears when you have successfully set up your printer with Google Cloud Print.
  • Page 59 Using Google Cloud Print to create printouts After successfully connecting your printer with Google Cloud Print, you can start printing files from your Chromebook using the following procedures: Open the file you want to print then press Under the Destination option, click/tap Change... From the list of registered printers, select the printer you want to use.
  • Page 61 File locations This column shows you the currently available file locations. This also shows all the external storage devices that are currently connected to your Chromebook. Search Click/Tap on the search button to enable the search box. To use the search box, type the file name you want to locate then press Switch to list or grid Click/Tap this option to rearrange your files to a list or a grid view.
  • Page 62 Accessing files stored on your Chromebook The Downloads folder inside the Files app is where your Chromebook stores all types of files downloaded online or saved on your Chromebook. To access these files, simply launch the Files app then select the Downloads folder and click/tap the file you want to open.
  • Page 63 Unmounting devices To ensure that your devices are safely disconnected from your Chromebook, unmount them first via Files app using the following steps: Click/Tap > Select the device you want to unmount then click/tap . Once the unmounted device no longer appears on the file locations column, you may remove the device from your Chromebook.

  • Page 64: Google Drive

    Google Drive Google Drive is a 15GB cloud storage system you can access on your Chromebook via your Google account. It allows you to sync and access your files across other devices such as mobile phones, tablet PCs, and other Chromebooks. There are two ways in which you can access Google Drive on your Chromebook: via the Files app or by launching the Google Drive app.
  • Page 66 Inside the Google Drive app Create/Upload Click/Tap this option to create a new file that is automatically saved in your Google Drive or upload files or folders from another location into your Google Drive. File locations This column shows you the currently available file locations inside your Google Drive.
  • Page 67 Search box Type the name of the file, folder, or Google document that you want to find inside Google Drive then press or click/tap Settings Click/Tap this button to customize the settings of your Google Drive. Switch to list or grid Click/Tap this option to rearrange your files to a list or a grid view.

  • Page 68: Resetting Your Chromebook

    Resetting your Chromebook In case you need to reset your Chromebook to its default settings, you may do so using Powerwash. Using Powerwash WARNING! • Backup all your data before performing this option. • All data stored locally in your Chromebook are deleted when using Powerwash.
  • Page 69 Click/Tap Powerwash. When prompted, click/tap Restart. In the next window, click/tap Powerwash to proceed. Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 70: Turning Your Chromebook Off

    Turning your Chromebook off You can turn off your Chromebook by doing either of the following procedures: Using Chromebook Launch the status area. Click/Tap Using the power button on your Chromebook You can also use this option to turn off your Chromebook in case it becomes unresponsive.

  • Page 71: Tips And Faqs

    Tips and FAQs Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 72: Useful Tips For Your Chromebook

    Useful tips for your Chromebook To help you maximize the use of your Chromebook, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow: • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too.

  • Page 73: Hardware Faqs

    I turn on the Chromebook. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How...
  • Page 74 Chromebook. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. When I play audio and video files, why can’t I hear any sound from my Chromebook’s audio speakers?

  • Page 75: Software Faqs

    Chromebook. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. What should I do when my screen displays this message: “Remove disks or other media. Press any key to restart.”? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: •...
  • Page 76 • Remove all connected devices to your Chromebook then restart your system. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why can’t my Chromebook wake up from sleep mode? • You need to press the power button to resume your last working state.

  • Page 77: Appendices

    Appendices Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 78: Internal Modem Compliancy

    Internal Modem Compliancy The Chromebook with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.

  • Page 79: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter- working difficulties.
  • Page 80 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable...
  • Page 81 This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html. 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous).

  • Page 82: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.

  • Page 83: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

  • Page 84: Compliance Statement Of Innovation, Science And Economic Development Canada (Ised)

    Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 85: Ul Safety Notices

    UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).

  • Page 86: Power Safety Requirement

    Power Safety Requirement Products with electrical current ratings up to 6A and weighing more than 3Kg must use approved power cords greater than or equal to: H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm H05VV-F, 2G, 0.75mm TV Notices Note to CATV System Installer—Cable distribution system should be grounded (earthed) in accordance with ANSI/NFPA 70, the National Electrical Code (NEC), in particular Section 820.93, Grounding of Outer Conductive Shield of a Coaxial Cable –...

  • Page 87: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries)

    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica.

  • Page 88: Ctr 21 Approval (For Chromebook With Built-In Modem)

    CTR 21 Approval (for Chromebook with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 89 German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Chromebook E-Manual...

  • Page 90: Declaration Of Compliance For Product Environmental Regulation

    Environmental Regulation ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

  • Page 91: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.

  • Page 92: Energy Star Qualified Product

    All ASUS products with the ENERGY STAR logo comply with the ENERGY STAR standard, and the power management feature is enabled by default. The monitor is automatically set to sleep within 10 minutes of user inactivity; the computer is automatically set to sleep within 30 minutes of user inactivity.

  • Page 93: Regional Notice For Singapore

    Regional notice for Singapore This ASUS product complies with IMDA Standards. Complies with IMDA Standards DB103778 Notices for removable batteries • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. • The battery and its component must be recycled or disposed of properly.

  • Page 94: Simplified Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below:...

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