Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Device Setup Manual
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- Page 1 Acer Chromebook Spin 311 Device Setup Guide www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 2 Contents You have received an Acer Chromebook Spin 311. In this document you’ll find the following to get your device up and running: Chromebook overview Pre-setup - charging First time setup p.13 Setting up a Google account p.24 Continuing setup p.28...
- Page 3 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: In the box Power Chromebook adapter Warranty and setup guide Stylus www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 4 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Device Overview You can use your 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: 1.
- Page 5 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Device Overview 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: LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE 1.
- Page 6 Pre-Setup: Charging www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 7 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Charging Plug the Chromebook 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...
- Page 8 First Time Setup www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 9 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: First Time Setup 1. Press and 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 b.
- Page 10 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...
- Page 11 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 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 Google Account Setup www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 14 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 www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 15 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Existing Account If you have an existing Google account: ● 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’...
- Page 16 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 www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 17 Acer Chromebook 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 www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 18 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Email address 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...
- Page 19 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Password CREATE A STRONG PASSWORD 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 ●...
- Page 20 Acer Chromebook 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.
- Page 21 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 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Google Account Your 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.
- Page 23 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Guest The third option is to browse as a guest We do not recommend this as you will have limited access: ● You will only be able to use the Internet ● Files are saved temporarily; all data...
- Page 24 Continue Setup www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 25 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Google Play Next you will 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...
- Page 26 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 www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 27 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 www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 28 Finishing Up www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 29 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 www.we-are-digital.co.uk | info@we-are-digital.co.uk | +44 (0) 3333 444019...
- Page 30 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Home The home screen is where you will start each time you turn your Chromebook on The Shelf - the bar at the bottom of the 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 ●...
- Page 31 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Using Apps You 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...
- Page 32 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Accessing 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 ●...
- Page 33 Acer Chromebook Spin 311: Getting Back In To access your Chromebook again later: ● Switch the device on (and off) using the power button on 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 ●...
- Page 34 Acer Chromebook 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...