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4 - Getting started

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ETTING

 

STARTED

Turn on your Chromebox

On the Chromebox, press the power button. A "Welcome" screen will

appear when the Chromebox 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

Chromebox 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  Chromebox  without  a  Google  Account  by

selecting 

Browse as a Guest

.

Summary of Contents for Chromebox CXI5

Page 1: ...USER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...______________________ Google and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC Important This manual contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright laws The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice Images provided herein are for reference only and may contain information or features that do not apply to your computer Acer Group shall not be liable for t...

Page 3: ...our language settings 4 Connect to a network 4 Accept the Terms of Service 4 First time sign in 4 Create a new Google Account 4 Browse as a guest 4 Your Acer Chromebox tour 5 Front view 5 Rear view 6 7 Assembling The VESA Mount 8 Frequently asked questions 13 Get help or more information 14 ...

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 Chromebox 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 Selec...

Page 5: ...d into this slot 3 USB Type C port Connects to USB devices with a USB Type C connector Supports USB 4 Type C Gen 3 with transfer speeds up to 20 Gb s Supports Power Delivery DisplayPort over USB C 4 USB port with power on sleep charging Connects to USB devices 5 Headset speaker jack Connects to audio devices e g speakers headphones or a headset with microphone 1 2 3 4 5 ...

Page 6: ...port Connects to an Ethernet 10 100 1000Mbps 2 5Gbps based network Specifications vary depending on configurations 5 USB port Connects to USB devices 6 or DP HDMI port optional Supports high definition digital video connections Specifications vary depending on configurations DisplayPort optional Connects to a display device using the high definition DisplayPort interface Specifications vary depend...

Page 7: ...with a USB Type C connector Supports USB 4 Type C Gen 3 with transfer speeds up to 20 Gb s Supports Power Delivery DisplayPort over USB C 8 Kensington lock slot Connects to a Kensington compatible security lock 9 DC in jack Connects to an AC adapter Icon Item Description ...

Page 8: ...le monitor or TV 1 Attach the mounting bracket to the back of your display using the supplied screws as illustrated Acer monitor with 75x75 mm or 100x100 mm square hole pattern Note If a stand is currently installed to the VESA mounting holes on your monitor or TV you will not be able to attach your Chromebox to the monitor or TV 75x75mm x4 100x100mm x4 or ...

Page 9: ...Assembling The VESA Mount 9 Acer B6 series monitor 1 2 x2 1 2 x2 or ...

Page 10: ...10 Assembling The VESA Mount Acer B7 series monitor 2 1 x2 x2 2 1 or x2 ...

Page 11: ... as shown in image below 1 3 Align the Chromebox mounting hole with the mounting pin on the mounting bracket 2 4 Align and insert the screw on the VESA mounting bracket into the holes on the Chromebox 3 5 Push down the Chromebox to secure in place 3 2 1 ...

Page 12: ... Attach a screw into the screw hole on the mounting bracket and Chromebox Note Depending on the package contents you can use a hexagon or pan head screw to secure the Chromebox to the mounting bracket or pan head screw hexagon screw ...

Page 13: ... are stored in the Files app Find the app by clicking the Launcher icon and searching Files How do I transfer my local files Transfer your local files using a compatible storage device Your Chromebox works with most external storage devices e g USB thumb drives removable hard drives You can also upload your files photos and videos to Google Drive After setting up your Chromebox with your Google Ac...

Page 14: ...u sign in using your child s personal Google Account If they don t already have one you can create one during the sign in process on your Chromebox You will be able to add your child s school account after you complete device onboarding For information on Refer to Chromebox Help Open the Explore app on your Chromebox ChromeOS google com support chromebox Question Answer ...

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