Table of Contents
Advertisement
Product registration
When using your product for the first time, it is recommended that you immediately
register it. This will give you access to some useful benefits, such as:
Faster service from our trained representatives.
•
•
Membership in the Acer community: receive promotions and participate in customer
surveys.
•
The latest news from Acer.
Hurry and register, as other advantages await you!
How to register
To register your Acer product, please visit www.acer.com. Select your country, click
PRODUCT REGISTRATION and follow the simple instructions.
You will also be asked to register your product during the setup process, or you can
double-click the Registration icon on the desktop.
After we receive your product registration, you will be sent a confirmation email with
important data that you should keep in a safe place.
Obtaining Acer accessories
We are happy to inform you that Acer's warranty extension program and Notebook
accessories are available online. Come and visit our online shop and find what you need
at store.acer.com.
The Acer store is being progressively rolled out, and, unfortunately may not be available in
some regions. Please check back regularly to see when it will be available in your country.
Chromebook
Quick Guide
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Acer C710
Summary of Contents for Acer C710
-
Page 1: How To Register
Come and visit our online shop and find what you need at store.acer.com. The Acer store is being progressively rolled out, and, unfortunately may not be available in some regions. Please check back regularly to see when it will be available in your country. - Page 2 © 2012. All Rights Reserved. Chromebook Quick Guide Original Issue: 09/2012 Model number: __________________________________ Serial number: ___________________________________ Date of purchase: ________________________________ Place of purchase: ________________________________...
-
Page 3: Safety Instructions
Information for your safety and comfort 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. - Page 4 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.
- Page 5 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.
- Page 6 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.
-
Page 7: Radio Frequency Interference
try to keep the battery between 15° C and 25° C (59° F and 77° F). A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing. -
Page 8: Medical Devices
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. -
Page 9: Potentially Explosive Environments
Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm. -
Page 10: Tips And Information For Comfortable Use
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. Acer is committed to offering products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. - Page 11 • 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.
- Page 12 Information for your safety and comfort • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window •...
-
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Sign in with your Google Account ..........2 Create a new Google Account..........2 Browse as a guest .............. 2 Set your account picture ............. 2 Your Acer Chromebook tour Front view..................4 Keyboard view................5 Hotkeys................6 Touchpad................7 Left view .................. - Page 14 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 ..................14 Composing an email ............14 Google Docs ................14...
-
Page 15: Getting Started
Getting started 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. -
Page 16: Sign In With Your Google Account
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. - Page 17 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.
-
Page 18: Your Acer Chromebook Tour
Your Acer Chromebook tour Your Acer Chromebook tour After setting up your computer, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook. Front view Icon Item Description Web camera for video communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that... -
Page 19: Keyboard View
Icon Item Description Power indicator Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber Battery when the battery is charging. indicator 2. Fully charged: The light shows blue when in AC mode. Keyboard view Icon Item Description... -
Page 20: Hotkeys
Your Acer Chromebook tour Icon Item Description Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Touchpad / click Pressing down anywhere on the pad button functions like the left button of a mouse. Pressing down anywhere with two fingers functions like the right button of a mouse. -
Page 21: Touchpad
Icon Hotkey Function Description Search from the browser’s Search 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... -
Page 22: Right View
Your Acer Chromebook tour Icon Item Description Supports high-definition digital video HDMI port connections. Connects to USB devices. USB port If a port is black it is USB 2.0 compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. -
Page 23: Base View
Base view Icon Item Description Battery bay Houses the computer's battery pack. Left and right speakers deliver stereo Speakers audio output. Releases the battery for removal. Battery release Insert a suitable tool into the latch and latch/lock slide to release. Environment •... -
Page 24: Desktop
Desktop Desktop Desktop overview Window controls Status area Launcher 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 Bookmark right... -
Page 25: Launcher
Launcher Icon Description Icon Description Open a new Chrome Gmail browser tab 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 Wireless network Settings connection... -
Page 26: Apps
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. - Page 27 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.
-
Page 28: Enable Offline Access To Google Drive Files
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. -
Page 29: Playing Video Or Audio Files
Playing video or audio files 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... -
Page 30: Settings
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. -
Page 31: Changing The Clock Settings
6. To enable a language for keyboard input, select the checkbox next to the language after adding it. 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. -
Page 32: Setting Up A Printer
4. If any updates are available, they will be displayed on the page. Warning! Do not modify your Chromebook’s hardware yourself. Doing so will cause the update function to no longer work. Please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. Visit www.acer.com to find an authorized service site. -
Page 33: Help
Help 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. -
Page 34: Regulations And Safety Notices
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. -
Page 35: Lcd Pixel Statement
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/ 5/EC. -
Page 36: General
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). -
Page 37: The Fcc Rf Safety Requirement
The FCC RF safety requirement 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.