Acer Chromebook 311 User manual

USER’S MANUAL
Acer Chromebook 311

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Acer Chromebook 311
Covers: CB311-11H / CB311-11HT
This revision: March 2021
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Table of contents - 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting started 4
Turn on your Chromebook....................... 4
Select your 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
Enterprise enrollment (optional).................. 5
Sign in to your Google Account .................. 5
Your Acer Chromebook tour 6
Front view ................................................ 6
Keyboard view ......................................... 7
Function keys.............................................. 8
Common keyboard shortcuts...................... 8
Touchpad .................................................... 9
Left view................................................. 10
USB Type-C information ........................... 10
Right view .............................................. 11
Bottom view ........................................... 11
Frequently asked questions 12
Get help or more information ................ 13

4 - Getting started
GETTING STARTED
Turn on your Chromebook
On the Chromebook, press the power button. A "Welcome" screen will
appear when the Chromebook 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
Chromebook will then download any available system updates, so you
automatically get the latest Chrome OS 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 Chromebook without a Google Account by
selecting Browse as a Guest.

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Enterprise enrollment (optional)
You can enroll the Chromebook by selecting Enterprise enrollment.
Sign in to your Google Account
If you already have a Google Account, enter your username and
password in the sign-in box that appears and select the Sign in
button. If your device is a Chromebook Enterprise, click More options
and select Enterprise enrollment.
Sign in to your Chromebook
Email or phone
More options
Forgot email?
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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
Chrome settings.

6 - Your Acer Chromebook tour
YOUR ACER CHROMEBOOK TOUR
Front view
#Icon Item Description
1Microphone Internal microphone for sound
recording.
2Screen Displays computer output, supports
touch or non-touch option.
3Webcam
Web camera for video
communication.
A light next to the webcam indicates
that the webcam is active.
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Keyboard view
#Icon Item Description
1Keyboard For entering data into your computer.
2Touchpad / click
button
Touch-sensitive pointing device
which functions like a computer
mouse.
Pressing down anywhere on the pad
functions like the left button of a
mouse.
Pressing down anywhere with two
fingers functions like the right button
of a mouse.
3Power button Turns the computer on and off.
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Function keys
The Chromebook uses function keys or key combinations to access
some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and
volume. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.
Common keyboard shortcuts
You can use shortcuts to complete some tasks more quickly.
Note: For a complete list of keyboard shortcuts, press Ctrl + Alt + /
Icon Function Description
Previous Go to the previous page.
Next Go to the next page.
Reload Reload the current page.
Full-screen Open the page in full-screen mode.
Next window Switch to the next window.
Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness.
Brightness up Increases the screen brightness.
Mute Turns off audio output.
Volume down Decreases the volume.
Volume up Increases the volume.
Search Search from the Apps panel.
Keyboard
shortcuts Description
Ctrl + Takes screenshot.
Alt + Toggles caps lock.
Alt + Projects your screen.

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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 Press down on any part of the touchpad.
Two-finger tap
(or alt-click)
Tapping the touchpad with two fingers or pressing
(and holding) Alt on the keyboard and tapping the
touchpad with one finger both equal a "right-click"
on a computer mouse.
Two-finger swipe
Place two fingers on the touchpad and move
them up and down to scroll vertically, left and right
to scroll horizontally.
Drag and drop
Select the item you want to move with one finger.
With a second finger, move the item. Release
both fingers to drop the item. (This gesture works
for files, not windows or icons.)

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Left view
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#Icon Item Description
1USB Type-C port
with DC-in
Connects to the provided USB Type-C
power adapter and to USB devices
with a USB Type-C connector.
Supports DisplayPort™ over USB-C™.
2Headset/speaker
jack
Connects to audio devices
(e.g., speakers, headphones), or a
headset with microphone.
3Battery indicator
Indicates the computer’s battery
status.
Charging: The light shows amber
when the battery is charging.
Fully charged: The light shows blue
when in AC mode.
USB Type-C information
• USB 3.2 Gen 1 with transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
• Supports DisplayPort™ audio/video output.
• Delivers up to 3 A at 5 V DC for USB charging.
• DC-in: requires power adapter or power source providing 45 W at
5~20 V.
For optimal performance, please use a certified Acer power adapter
or USB Power Delivery device.

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Right view
#Icon Item Description
1USB 2.0 port Connects to USB devices.
2Kensington lock
slot
Connects to a Kensington-compatible
security lock.
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Bottom view
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#Icon Item Description
1Speakers Deliver stereo audio output.

12 - Frequently asked questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question Answer
What software works
on a Chromebook?
Chromebooks use apps from the Google Play
Store and on the web, instead of traditional
software applications. There are apps to be
productive, get creative, enjoy movies and
shows, play games and more.
How do I get more
apps?
Download Chromebook apps from the Google
Play Store app . Find the app by clicking the
Launcher icon and searching “Play Store”.
Can I use Microsoft
Office software?
Chromebooks work with Microsoft® Word,
Excel® and PowerPoint®. You can download
the apps from the Google Play Store or use
them on the web.
*Additional functionality available with a
Microsoft 365 subscription. Microsoft, Excel
and PowerPoint are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
Where can I find my
files?
All your files 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 Chromebook works with
most external storage devices (e.g.: USB
thumb drives, removable hard drives).
Why does my
Chromebook need
my Google Account
information?
You’ll use your Google Account to sign in to
your Chromebook. It is the same account you
use for Google services such as Gmail and
Drive. Your Chromebook uses your account
information to automatically sign you into apps
and services.

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Get help or more information
For information on: Refer to:
Chromebook Help Open the Explore app on your
Chromebook.
Chrome OS google.com/support/chromebook/
How do I set this up
for my child?
If you want to set up parental controls for your
child, it’s important that you 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 Chromebook. You
will be able to add your child’s school account
after you complete device onboarding.
Question Answer