Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T User Manual
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- Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 1
User's Manual - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 2
Rights Reserved. Acer Chromebook R 11 Covers: CB5-132T / C738T This revision: August 2015 Sign up for an Acer ID and enjoy great benefits 1. Ensure you are connected to the Internet. 2. Open www.acer.com and select your country. 3. Select Support > REGISTER A PRODUCT. 4. Sign up for an Acer ID or - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 3
Service 4 First-time sign-in 4 Create a new Google Account 4 Browse as a guest 5 Sign in to your Google Account 5 Your Acer Chromebook tour 6 Front view 6 Keyboard view 7 Function keys 8 Touchpad 8 Left side view 9 Right side view 9 Bottom view 11 Supported - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 4
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 Chrome OS features. First-time - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 5
Getting started - 5 Browse as a guest You can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account by selecting Browse as a Guest. Sign in to your Google Account If you already have a Google Account, enter your username and password - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 6
your new Acer Chromebook. Front view 1 2 3 4 # Icon Item Description 1 Microphone Internal microphone for sound recording. Web camera for video 2 Webcam communication. A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active. 3 Touchscreen Displays computer output, supports multi - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 7
# Icon Item Power indicator 4 Battery indicator Keyboard view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 7 Description Indicates the computer's power status. Indicates the computer's battery status. 1. Charging: The light shows amber when the battery is charging. 2. Fully charged: The - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 8
8 - Your Acer Chromebook tour Function keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. The - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 9
Action Drag and drop Left side view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 9 Gesture Select the item you want 4 5 # Icon Item Description 1 DC-in jack Connects to an AC adapter. 2 HDMI port Supports high-definition digital video connections. 3 USB port Connects to USB devices. If a port is black - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 10
10 - Your Acer Chromebook tour # Icon 2 3 4 5 Item Description Power button Turns the computer on and off. Headset/speaker jack USB port Kensington lock slot Connects to audio devices (e.g., speakers, - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 11
Bottom view Your Acer Chromebook tour - 11 # Icon 1 Item Speakers 1 Description Deliver stereo audio output. - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 12
12 - The Chrome OS Desktop THE CHROME OS DESKTOP Window controls Window controls 1 2 3 Shelf 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 Number Description Goes Backward and Forward in the current web 1 browsing sessions's history (closing and reopening the Chrome browser begins a new session). Select to Reload - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 13
any enabled extensions you have installed in Chrome from this extension list. 11 Select to customize and control Google Chrome. Shelf Launcher Status area Specifications vary. Some icons may not be applicable to your Chromebook. Launcher Select the Launcher icon to display the launcher page. - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 14
14 - The Chrome OS Desktop Status area The Status area enables you to see vital computer information at a glance, such as the time, Wi-Fi signal strength, and battery life. Tap the Status area to display a box with more options. Icon Description Icon Description Chrome OS help Shut down Lock - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 15
for the Chrome browser. You can find both apps and extensions through the Chrome Web Store, a site dedicated to resources developed specifically for Chromebooks. Managing apps Note Certain apps and browser extensions may not be available in all countries and regions. The contents and design of the - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 16
Google Drive operations. Difference between Drive and Files apps Google Drive is a web-based storage service offered by Google, and the Files app is the onboard storage system for your Chromebook. Because your Chromebook makes heavy use of the web, you can easily access files both from Google Drive - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 17
by using the Files app on your Chromebook. To use the Files app, select the Files icon in the apps list, or use the keyboard shortcut + + . This user manual uses Google Drive and Files interchangeably when giving instructions regarding accessing files. Creating a new document - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 18
18 - Apps & extensions 4. Select the files that you want to upload. 5. Drag-and-drop the files to My Drive. 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. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Select All - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 19
.3gp,.avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav Other Supported File Types Your Chromebook supports a number of other file formats. File type Supported formats Microsoft Office files .doc, .docx, .ppt, .pptx, .xls, .xlsx - (all read-only) Images .bmp, .gif - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 20
20 - Chrome OS tips and tricks CHROME OS TIPS AND TRICKS Your Chromebook is a new type of computer that works somewhat differently than what you may be used to, so you might like to know how easy and - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 21
Chrome OS tips and tricks - 21 Finding your documents All documents you create are saved to your Google Drive where they are online and accessible to other devices, such as your smartphone or tablet. To find your documents, do the following: 1. Select the Launcher icon. 2. Select All Apps (or type " - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 22
may not be available in all countries and regions. Google Play's current list of country availability for apps and digital content, visit https:// support.google.com/googleplay/answer/2843119?hl=en For other streaming apps like Pandora, Spotify, Rdio, Deezer and more (availability varies by country - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 23
may not be available in all countries and regions. Google Play's current list of country availability for apps and digital content, visit https:// support.google.com/googleplay/answer/2843119?hl=en c. To find more entertainment apps like Netflix, Flixster, and more (availability varies by country - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 24
Double-click on any Microsoft Office file stored in Google Drive or on an external hard drive or USB flash drive connected to your Chromebook. 5. Select File > Save as Google Docs, Slides, or Sheets (format depends on the type of document). Export Google Drive documents as Microsoft Office files - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 25
within whichever Office Online product you are using (you can install the OneDrive app from the Chrome Web Store as well). How to use your Chromebook when there's no internet The Chrome Web Store contains useful offline apps (see Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store on page 15). You - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 26
26 - Chrome OS tips and tricks Google Drive Important Any changes you make to a current document or any document you create while offline are saved locally on your computer and will not be seen if you open the document from Google Drive on another computer or device. The changes will only be - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 27
SETTINGS Settings - 27 Use the settings menu to adjust the various options for your Chromebook. To access the settings menu do the following: 1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen (where your - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 28
input method. 7. Select Done when finished. Changing the clock settings You can change the time format and time zone on your Chromebook. If the date or time is incorrect on your Chromebook, try adjusting the time zone. To change the time zone: 1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 29
use the Google Cloud Print service to send print requests to many types of traditional cabled printer and wireless "cloud ready" printers; however, not all printers are supported. To learn more about Google Cloud Print and how to set up your printer, reference Google's own Chromebook Help to find - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 30
30 - Settings Manual update To manually check for an update or check what version of Chrome OS you dealer or an authorized service center. Visit www.acer.com to find an authorized service site. Reseting your Chromebook There may be times when you want to reset your Chromebook (for example, removing - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 31
Help - 31 Online and offline help Additional help is available both online and offline. Chromebook Help is installed on your Chromebook and doesn't require internet access. It covers basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS and using your Chomebook. Note Some - Acer Chromebook R 11 CB5-132T | User Manual - Page 32
32 - Help Alternatively, you can access Chromebook Help by doing the following: 1. Select the Status area of the shelf in the lower-right corner of the screen (where your account picture appears). 2. Select the question mark "?".
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