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First Edition / March 2019
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  • Page 1 E15025 First Edition / March 2019 E-Manual...
  • Page 2 Warranty Statement, up to the listed contract price of each product. ASUS will only be responsible for or indemnify you for loss, damages or claims based in contract, tort or infringement under this Warranty Statement.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About this manual .....................7 Conventions used in this manual ................8 Typography ........................8 Safety precautions .....................9 Using your Chromebook ....................9 Caring for your Chromebook ..................10 Proper disposal ........................ 11 Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Getting to know your Chromebook..............14 Front View ..........................
  • Page 4 Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Starting for the first time ..................30 Sign-in area ........................31 Browse as Guest ......................31 User account ........................32 Using your desktop ....................33 Apps list ..........................33 Status area ......................... 34 Connecting to the Internet ..................38 Enabling your Wi-Fi connection ................
  • Page 5 Tips and FAQs Useful tips for your Chromebook .................62 Hardware FAQs ......................63 Software FAQs ......................65 Appendices Internal Modem Compliancy ..................68 Overview ..........................68 Network Compatibility Declaration ................. 69 Non-Voice Equipment ....................69 Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement ....72 FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement .........
  • Page 6 CTR 21 Approval (for Chromebook with built-in Modem) ......80 ENERGY STAR complied product ................82 Global Environmental Regulation Compliance and Declaration ....82 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ................83 Rechargeable Battery Recycling Service in North America......83 Regional notice for California ..................83 Regional notice for Singapore ...................
  • Page 7: About This Manual

    About this manual This manual provides information about the hardware and software features of your Chromebook, organized through the following chapters: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup This chapter details the hardware components of your Chromebook. Chapter 2: Using your Chromebook This chapter shows you how to use the different parts of your Chromebook.
  • Page 8: Conventions Used In This Manual

    Conventions used in this manual To highlight key information in this manual, some text are presented as follows: IMPORTANT! This message contains vital information that must be followed to complete a task. NOTE: This message contains additional information and tips that can help complete tasks.
  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions Using your Chromebook This Chromebook should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F). Refer to the rating label on the bottom of your Chromebook and ensure that your power adapter complies with this rating. Do not leave your Chromebook on your lap or near any part of your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.
  • Page 10: Caring For Your Chromebook

    Caring for your Chromebook Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack (if applicable) before cleaning your Chromebook. Use a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water.
  • Page 11: Proper Disposal

    Proper disposal Do not throw your Chromebook in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury- containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste.
  • Page 12 Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Hardware Setup

    Chapter 1: Hardware Setup Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 14: Getting To Know Your Chromebook

    Getting to know your Chromebook Front View Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 15 Camera indicator The camera indicator lights up when the built-in camera is in use. Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Chromebook. Touch screen panel This high-definition touch screen panel provides excellent viewing features for photos, videos, and other multimedia files on your Chromebook.
  • Page 16: Back View

    Back View Camera The built-in camera allows you to take pictures or record videos using your Chromebook. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 17: Top View

    Top View Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Chromebook. Audio features are software-controlled. Microphone The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recording. Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones.
  • Page 18: Rear View

    Rear View Audio speakers The built-in audio speakers allow you to hear audio straight from your Chromebook. Audio features are software-controlled. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 19 USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C™/DisplayPort/ Power (DC) input combo port The USB 3.1 (Universal Serial Bus 3.1) Gen 1 Type-C™ port provides a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. Use a USB Type-C™ adapter to connect your Chromebook to an external display.
  • Page 20: Left Side

    Left Side Power button Press the power button to turn your Chromebook on or off. You can also use the power button to put your Chromebook to sleep or hibernate mode and wake it up from sleep or hibernate mode. In the event that your Chromebook becomes unresponsive, press and hold the power button for at least four (4) seconds until your Chromebook shuts down.
  • Page 21 Color Status Solid White The Chromebook is plugged to a power source and the battery power is between 95% and 100%. Solid Orange The Chromebook is plugged to a power source, charging its battery, and the battery power is less than 95%. Solid White The Chromebook is running on battery mode.
  • Page 22 Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 23: Chapter 2: Using Your Chromebook

    Chapter 2: Using your Chromebook Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 24: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge your Chromebook Connect the AC power cord to the AC/DC adapter. Connect the DC power connector into your Chromebook’s power (DC) input port. Plug the AC power adapter into a 100V~240V power source. Charge the Chromebook for 3 hours before using it in battery mode for the first time.
  • Page 25 • The socket outlet must be easily accessible and near your Chromebook. • To disconnect your Chromebook from its main power supply, unplug your Chromebook from the power socket. WARNING! Read the following precautions for your Chromebook’s battery: • Only ASUS-authorized technicians should remove the battery inside the device (for non-removable battery only). • The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if removed or disassembled. • Follow the warning labels for your personal safety. • Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. •...
  • Page 26 Press the power button Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 27: Using Touch Screen Panel Gestures

    Using touch screen panel gestures The gestures allow you to launch programs and access the settings of your Chromebook. The functions can be activated by using the hand gestures on your Chromebook’s touch screen panel. NOTE: The following screenshots are for reference only. The touch screen panel’s appearance may vary depending on model.
  • Page 28 Zoom in Zoom out Spread apart your two fingers on Bring together your two fingers on the touch screen panel. the touch screen panel. Finger slide Drag Slide your finger to scroll up and Drag and drop an item to move it down and slide your finger to to a new location.
  • Page 29: Chapter 3: Working With Chromebook

    Chapter 3: Working with Chromebook Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 30: Starting For The First Time

    Starting for the first time When you start your Chromebook for the first time, please follow the series of following steps to configure your Chromebook: Press the power button on your Chromebook. Wait until the setup screen appears. From the setup screen, select your preferred option from the drop-down button beside the following items: •...
  • Page 31: Sign-In Area

    Sign-in area After turning on your Chromebook, the sign-in screen appears so you can choose to work on Chromebook using either of the following options: IMPORTANT! Ensure you have Internet connection before choosing any of the following sign-in options. Browse as Guest This option is recommended if you simply want to browse online or let others use your Chromebook.
  • Page 32: User Account

    User account Use this option to access apps and other programs offered in Chromebook and save downloaded files, apps, and browser histories right into your user account. Signing in to your user account Select the user account you want to use then type your password on the Password field.
  • Page 33: Using Your Desktop

    Using your desktop Apps list Start working on your Chromebook by launching apps that can be accessed after signing in to your user account. These apps enable a variety of functions that can help you maximize the features of your Chromebook.
  • Page 34: Status Area

    Status area At a glance, the status area displays an overview of your Google user account information. It also allows you to change the settings of your Chromebook and your current user account. Status area Click/Tap to launch the status area Launching the status area To launch the status area, click/tap anywhere on the status area box on the lower right corner of your desktop screen.
  • Page 35 Inside the status area User account This shows the currently used Google user account. Network Click/Tap this option to view your current network connection, available network connections, and the network settings. Auto-rotate Click/Tap this option to enable or disable auto-rotate. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 36 Volume Drag the volume slider to the left or to the right to turn the volume up or down on your Chromebook. Brightness Drag the brightness slider to the left or to the right to adjust brightness. Date and time Click/Tap this option if you want to adjust the date and time settings of your Chromebook.
  • Page 37 Lock Click/Tap this option to lock your current session and return to the sign in area. Settings Click/Tap this option to access your Chromebook settings. Bluetooth Click/Tap this option to enable or disable your Bluetooth feature and manage other Bluetooth devices. Notifications Click/Tap this option to turn the notifications on or off.
  • Page 38: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet Internet connection is a must for you to work on Chromebook. Connect to the Internet wirelessly using a Wi-Fi connection. Enabling your Wi-Fi connection To enable your Wi-Fi connection: Launch the status area. Select No networks to automatically enable your Wi-Fi connection.
  • Page 39: Adding A Network Connection

    Adding a network connection To add a new network connection to your list of networks: Launch the status area. Click/Tap Under Network, select Add connection. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 40 Choose Add Wi-Fi... then input the necessary details to setup your new network connection. Click/Tap Connect to start connecting to the Internet using this new network connection. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 42 The tab allows you to launch multiple sites or applications on Chrome. Close Click/Tap this option to close the current tab. New tab Click/Tap this option to launch a new tab on Chrome. Address bar The address bar displays the current file path or website address of the tab you are viewing.
  • Page 43: Printing Documents

    Printing documents Using the print feature of your Chromebook, you can save files in PDF format or create hard copies via Google Cloud Print. Saving PDF files To save your file in PDF format: Open the file you want to print then click/tap > Print. In the next screen that appears, click/Tap Save and select which location you want to save your file as a PDF then type in your preferred file name.
  • Page 44 Click/Tap Save to create the PDF file into the location and exit. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 45: Google Cloud Print

    Google Cloud Print If you need to create file printouts from your Chromebook, you may do so using the Google Cloud Print feature. Google Cloud Print allows you to create hard copies using these key ingredients: cloud-based technology, an active Internet connection, and a cloud print enabled printer.
  • Page 46 Connecting a classic printer to Google Cloud Print Classic printers are printers that do not automatically support Google Cloud Print and needs to be manually setup for use with Google. To use a classic printer with your Chromebook, you need to connect the said printer to Google Cloud Print via a compatible Windows®...
  • Page 47 To connect classic printers to Google Cloud print: Connect your preferred printer to your computer then turn on both devices. IMPORTANT! Ensure that your printer is already installed to your computer before proceeding with the next steps. Connect your computer to the Internet then open Google Chrome.
  • Page 48 Under Classic printers, click Add printers. Sign in using your Google account. In the next screen, click the printer that you want to connect to Google Cloud Print then click Add printer(s). The following screen appears when you have successfully set up your printer with Google Cloud Print.
  • Page 49 Using Google Cloud Print to create printouts After successfully connecting your printer with Google Cloud Print, you can start printing files from your Chromebook using the following procedures: Open the file you want to print then click/tap > Print. Under the Destination option, click/tap Change... From the list of registered printers, select the printer you want to use.
  • Page 50: Managing Your Files

    Managing your files Manage and store files on your Chromebook using the Files app and Google Drive app. Using these apps, you can store and edit various files such as documents, images, audios, and videos while working on your Chromebook. You may also save and access these files via Google Drive’s cloud storage system.
  • Page 51 File locations This column shows you the currently available file locations. This also shows all the external storage devices that are currently connected to your Chromebook. Search Click/Tap on the search button to enable the search box. To use the search box, type the file name you want to locate then press Enter.
  • Page 52 Accessing files stored on your Chromebook The Downloads folder inside the Files app is where your Chromebook stores all types of files downloaded online or saved on your Chromebook. To access these files, simply launch the Files app then select the Downloads folder and click/tap the file you want to open.
  • Page 53 Unmounting devices To ensure that your devices are safely disconnected from your Chromebook, unmount them first via Files app using the following steps: Click/Tap Select the device you want to unmount then click/tap . Once the unmounted device no longer appears on the file locations column, you may remove the device from your Chromebook.
  • Page 54: Google Drive

    Google Drive Google Drive is a cloud storage and sharing platform that you can access on your Chromebook via your Google account. It allows you to securely sync and access your files across other devices such as mobile phones, tablet PCs, and other Chromebooks. There are two ways in which you can access Google Drive on your Chromebook: via the Files app or by launching the Google Drive app.
  • Page 55 Moving your downloads to Google Drive By default, all the files downloaded on your Chromebook are stored inside the Files app. You can move these files to your Google Drive using the following procedures: Click/Tap Click/Tap Downloads. Tap and hold to select the Google docs, files, or folders that you want to move then drag and drop these selected items into Google Drive.
  • Page 56 Inside the Google Drive app Create/Upload Click/Tap this option to create a new file that is automatically saved in your Google Drive or upload files or folders from another location into your Google Drive. File locations This column shows you the currently available file locations inside your Google Drive.
  • Page 57 Search box Type the name of the file, folder, or Google document that you want to find inside Google Drive then press Enter or click/tap Settings Click/Tap this button to customize the settings of your Google Drive. Switch to list or grid Click/Tap this option to rearrange your files to a list or a grid view.
  • Page 58: Resetting Your Chromebook

    Resetting your Chromebook In case you need to reset your Chromebook to its default settings, you may do so using Powerwash. Using Powerwash WARNING! • Backup all your data before performing this option. • All data stored locally in your Chromebook are deleted when using Powerwash. However, your Google Drive accounts and other data synchronized with these accounts are not going to be affected. Launch the status area then select Scroll down then click/tap Advanced.
  • Page 59 Click/Tap Powerwash. When prompted, click/tap Restart. In the next window, click/tap Powerwash to proceed. Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 60: Turning Your Chromebook Off

    Turning your Chromebook off You can turn off your Chromebook by doing either of the following procedures: Using Chromebook Launch the status area. Click/Tap Using the power button on your Chromebook You can also use this option to turn off your Chromebook in case it becomes unresponsive.
  • Page 61: Tips And Faqs

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  • Page 62: Useful Tips For Your Chromebook

    Useful tips for your Chromebook To help you maximize the use of your Chromebook, maintain its system performance, and ensure all your data are kept secured, here are some useful tips that you can follow: • Use an anti-virus software to protect your data and keep this updated too. • Unless absolutely necessary, refrain from using force shutdown to turn off your Chromebook.
  • Page 63: Hardware Faqs

    I turn on the Chromebook. What should I do? Although these dots normally appear onscreen, they will not affect your system. If the incident continues and subsequently affects system performance, consult an authorized ASUS service center. My display panel has an uneven color and brightness. How...
  • Page 64 What should I do if my Chromebook’s power adapter gets lost or my battery stops working? Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. My Chromebook cannot do keystrokes correctly because my cursor keeps on moving. What should I do? Make sure that nothing accidentally touches or presses on your touchpad while you type on the keyboard.
  • Page 65: Software Faqs

    Remove any optical discs that are left inside the optical drive then restart. • If the problem still exists, your Chromebook might have a memory storage problem. Contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. My Chromebook boots slower than usual and my operating system lags. How can I fix this? Delete the applications you recently installed or were not included with your operating system package then restart your system.
  • Page 66 My Chromebook does not boot up. How can I fix this? You can try doing any of the following suggestions: • Remove all connected devices to your Chromebook then restart your system. • If the problem still exists, contact your local ASUS service center for assistance. Why can’t my Chromebook wake up from sleep mode? • You need to press the power button to resume your last working state.
  • Page 67: Appendices

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  • Page 68: Internal Modem Compliancy

    Internal Modem Compliancy The Chromebook with internal modem model complies with JATE (Japan), FCC (US, Canada, Korea, Taiwan), and CTR21. The internal modem has been approved in accordance with Council Decision 98/482/EC for pan-European single terminal connection to the public switched telephone network (PSTN). However due to differences between the individual PSTNs provided in different countries, the approval does not, of itself, give an unconditional assurance of successful operation on every PSTN network termination point.
  • Page 69: Network Compatibility Declaration

    Network Compatibility Declaration Statement to be made by the manufacturer to the Notified Body and the vendor: “This declaration will indicate the networks with which the equipment is designed to work and any notified networks with which the equipment may have inter- working difficulties.
  • Page 70 This table shows the countries currently under the CTR21 standard. Country Applied More Testing Austria Belgium Czech Republic Not Applicable Denmark Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Not Applicable Iceland Ireland Italy Still Pending Still Pending Israel Lichtenstein Luxemburg The Netherlands Norway Poland Not Applicable...
  • Page 71 This information was copied from CETECOM and is supplied without liability. For updates to this table, you may visit http://www.cetecom.de/technologies/ctr_21.html. 1 National requirements will apply only if the equipment may use pulse dialling (manufacturers may state in the user guide that the equipment is only intended to support DTMF signalling, which would make any additional testing superfluous).
  • Page 72: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules.
  • Page 73: Fcc Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Caution Statement

    FCC Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Caution Statement WARNING! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
  • Page 74: Rf Exposure Information (Sar) - Ce

    RF Exposure information (SAR) - CE This device meets the EU requirements (2013/35/EU) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way of health protection. The limits are part of extensive recommendations for the protection of the general public.
  • Page 75: Radio Frequency (Rf) Exposure Information

    Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of the Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • Page 76: Compliance Statement Of Innovation, Science And Economic Development Canada (Ised)

    Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 77: Ul Safety Notices

    UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70).
  • Page 78: Power Safety Requirement

    REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we publish the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. Macrovision Corporation Product Notice This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.A.
  • Page 79: Nordic Lithium Cautions (For Lithium-Ion Batteries)

    Nordic Lithium Cautions (for lithium-ion batteries) CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. (English) ATTENZIONE! Rischio di esplosione della batteria se sostituita in modo errato. Sostituire la batteria con un una di tipo uguale o equivalente consigliata dalla fabbrica.
  • Page 80: Ctr 21 Approval (For Chromebook With Built-In Modem)

    CTR 21 Approval (for Chromebook with built-in Modem) Danish Dutch English Finnish French Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 81 German Greek Italian Portuguese Spanish Swedish Chromebook E-Manual...
  • Page 82: Energy Star Complied Product

    Declaration ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
  • Page 83: Asus Recycling/Takeback Services

    ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 84: Regional Notice For India

    Regional notice for India This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.
  • Page 85: Simplified Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Directive 2014/53/EU. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350 MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below:...
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