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Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Device Setup Manual Download Page 10

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Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Welcome

1. Select your language on the bottom

left of the screen - the default

should be

English (United

Kingdom)

1. Tap

Let’s Go

to proceed

Note: While you can choose another

language if preferred, we recommend

using English (UK) if you wish to use this

guide for reference
If you require accessibility options such

as a screen reader or visibility

enhancements, tap

Accessibility

on this

screen before proceeding

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Summary of Contents for Chromebook Spin 311

Page 1: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Device Setup Guide ...

Page 2: ...ontents You have received an Acer Chromebook Spin 311 In this document you ll find the following to get your device up and running p 3 Chromebook overview p 6 Pre setup charging p 8 First time setup p 13 Setting up a Google account p 24 Continuing setup p 28 Finishing Up ...

Page 3: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 In the box Power adapter Warranty and setup guide Chromebook Stylus pen ...

Page 4: ...Chromebook laptop style pictured or flip the screen back to use it as a tablet your choice For the initial set up we recommend keeping the keyboard open for easier typing To navigate you have 3 options Touchpad see diagram Touchscreen using your finger or the stylus provided A mouse not provided 1 Webcam 2 Keyboard 3 Touchpad ...

Page 5: ...B port 3 USB Type C port power 4 Kensington security lock LEFT SIDE 1 Power button turn on off 2 Battery light 3 USB Type C port power 4 USB port 5 MicroSD card slot 6 Headphone speaker jack We will only use the power button left 1 and the power port left 3 or right 3 to set up your Chromebook You may find some of the others useful in future ...

Page 6: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Pre Setup Charging ...

Page 7: ... in before turning on for the first time Plug the power adapter provided into one of the the USB C ports found on both the left 3 on the diagram left or right side of the Chromebook and then into the wall socket The battery light 2 should turn on when charging Look for this symbol to find the charging ports or see page 5 ...

Page 8: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 First Time Setup ...

Page 9: ...nd hold the power button on the left side of the Chromebook 1 on the diagram left 1 If the device does not switch on a Please ensure you have charged the device for at least half an hour and the light 2 is on b If it is still not working contact the Digital Bridge team digitalbridge we are digital co uk or 0345 222 0333 ...

Page 10: ...he screen the default should be English United Kingdom 1 Tap Let s Go to proceed Note While you can choose another language if preferred we recommend using English UK if you wish to use this guide for reference If you require accessibility options such as a screen reader or visibility enhancements tap Accessibility on this screen before proceeding ...

Page 11: ...igital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Internet To connect to Wi Fi 1 Locate the name and password for the network this is usually found on the router 1 Tap on the network name and enter the password 1 Tap Connect then Next ...

Page 12: ... 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Chrome OS Terms To start using the device you will need to accept the Chrome OS terms Read through and when you are ready tap Accept and continue The Chromebook may now check for updates which won t take long ...

Page 13: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Google Account Setup ...

Page 14: ... co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Google Account You will now have three options to continue Sign in to an existing Google account Create a new Google account Continue as a guest ...

Page 15: ...unt Find the email address and password Another device e g your phone may be needed to pass any security checks Use the forgot email or forgot password options if needed Tap or click on the blank box to type your email address and tap Next to continue Tap or click on the blank box to type your password and then continue to page 24 of this guide ...

Page 16: ...tal co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 New Account If you do not have an account or cannot access your existing one 1 Tap More options 2 Tap Create account Click Next to continue ...

Page 17: ...romebook Spin 311 Basic details BASIC DETAILS 1 Enter your first name and last name 2 Tap next to continue 3 Enter your birthday and gender 4 Tap next to continue Remember to use your real information as this will be important if you need to reset the password at a later date ...

Page 18: ...dress GMAIL ADDRESS Set up a gmail com email address to use with the account 6 30 characters long Use letters numbers and full stops only Many email addresses are already taken if you receive an error message adjust or change and try again Note this new email address somewhere safe for future reference ...

Page 19: ...SSWORD Enter a password and type it again in the second box to confirm Remember You will need this password to access your Chromebook email and other Google tools in future Use a mixture of letters numbers and symbols Don t use any elements of your or your family s names address or dates of birth Do not share with others ...

Page 20: ...Spin 311 Phone Number CREATING AN ACCOUNT You will be prompted to add a phone number Tap Yes I m in and follow the instructions given This will allow you to access your account in future if you forget your password If you would prefer to skip this select Skip at the bottom of the page ...

Page 21: ...l co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Privacy and Terms To continue you will need to agree to the Terms of Service Read and scroll to the bottom of the terms and tap or click on the checkboxes to agree Tap Create Account to continue ...

Page 22: ...r Google account is now set up This is the account you will use when you use your Chromebook download an app log in to Gmail or use other Google services You can use your browser app e g Chrome to go to myaccount google com where you can change your password and manage account settings Go to page 24 to continue ...

Page 23: ... not recommend this as you will have limited access You will only be able to use the Internet Files are saved temporarily all data and files will be removed from the Chromebook each time you close it down You will not be able to download apps If you wish to continue as a Guest click Browse as guest circled left and no further set up is required ...

Page 24: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Continue Setup ...

Page 25: ...l need to choose your Google Play settings Tap on the check boxes on the left to turn each option on off as preferred We recommend choosing to back up to Google Drive as this means any files and data will be saved to your Google account should anything happen to your Chromebook When you re ready tap Accept to proceed ...

Page 26: ...ital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Google Assistant Decide if you would like to use the Google Assistant feature If you re not sure yet tap No thanks otherwise tap Turn on ...

Page 27: ...digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Setup Complete Setup is now complete and you ll automatically be taken to the home screen of your new device Tap Take a tour for a quick walkthrough of how to use your new Chromebook ...

Page 28: ...www we are digital co uk info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Finishing Up ...

Page 29: ... info we are digital co uk 44 0 3333 444019 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Finishing Up The next pages will go through the following to help you get used to using your device The home screen Using apps Settings What to do next time ...

Page 30: ... screen helps you to navigate and open apps The launcher is where you will find all of your apps and files tap and then use the search bar to find them You ll find useful apps such as the web browser and email pinned to the shelf for easy access Tap or click on one of them to open the app The status area tells you about the Internet connection battery level and time Tap or click on it to find more...

Page 31: ...can access apps in several ways Tap on an app already pinned to the shelf to open it The shelf will also show any apps you already have open Tap on the Launcher bottom left and the up arrow to see all installed apps Click on Google Play Store see image to install new apps All installed apps Google Play Store ...

Page 32: ...g Settings In the settings you will find Wi Fi information and options Battery level Display settings e g brightness Security options Accessibility options and more Access the settings by Opening the launcher and searching for Settings Tapping on the Status bar and clicking on the cog icon see diagram ...

Page 33: ...the left side of the Chromebook Each time you turn the device back on or if the screen locks you will need to use your Google account password to sign back in If the Chromebook has gone to sleep or the screen has been locked swipe the touchpad or screen to wake it up or press the padlock key on the top right of the keyboard If the device is unresponsive use the power key on the left side to restar...

Page 34: ...book Spin 311 Support You can find support and useful guides already installed on your Chromebook Open the launcher Type Explore and click on the rocket icon Browse learning topics from the overview page pictured left or click Help on the left hand side to find further information ...

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