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Summary of Contents for Chromebox

Page 1: ...User Guide ...

Page 2: ...umber 763656 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement EULA If you do not accept these license terms your sole remedy i...

Page 3: ...other hard surface such as an adjoining optional printer or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing to block airflow Also do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface such as pillows or rugs or clothing during operation The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for ...

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Page 5: ...ng video 8 Connecting an HDMI device 8 Connecting a digital display device 9 Connecting to your wireless network 10 Enabling and disabling Wake on LAN WOL function 10 Managing apps 10 4 Securing your Chromebox and information 12 Securing your wireless network 12 Backing up your software applications and information 12 Recovering your Chromebox 12 Using an optional security cable lock 13 5 More HP ...

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Page 7: ... networks being deleted Saving files to a external hard drive USB stick or cloud storage is recommended for this reason You may save your files to the cloud at any time by selecting the Google Drive as your file save location For details on how to recover your Chrome operating system please see Securing your Chromebox and information on page 12 and https support google com chromebook answer 108059...

Page 8: ...n the device is off 2 Power button Power light When the Chromebox is off press the button to turn on the device A white light indicates that the unit is on The light will be off if the unit is off or in standby mode When the device is in the Sleep state press the button briefly to exit Sleep When the device is on and you want to lock the screen press the power button until you see the sign in scre...

Page 9: ...ool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation 6 DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device such as a high performance monitor or projector 7 Audio out headphone jack Audio in microphone combo jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers headphones earbuds a headset or a television audio cable Also conne...

Page 10: ...flow to cool internal components NOTE The device fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation 4 Chapter 1 Getting to know your Chromebox ...

Page 11: ...rmation to identify the unit When contacting support you will probably be asked for the serial number and possibly for the product number or the model number Locate these numbers before you contact support Component 1 Product name 2 Serial number s n 3 Part number Product number p n 4 Warranty period 5 Model description select models only Regulatory label s Provide s regulatory information about t...

Page 12: ... is a key that interacts with other keys to activate the device s functions Back Go to the previous page in your browser history Forward Go to the next page in your browser history Reload Reload your current page Full screen Open your page in full screen mode Switch window Switch to your next window Brightness down Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key NOTE...

Page 13: ...e unit is on The light will be off if the unit is off or in standby mode When the device is in the Sleep state press the button briefly to exit Sleep When the device is on and you want to lock the screen press the power button until you see the sign in screen appear Pressing the power button during screen lock mode turns off the device When the device is on and you want to turn it off press and ho...

Page 14: ...evice follow the device manufacturer s instructions WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury lower the volume setting before putting on headphones earbuds or a headset For additional safety information see the Regulatory Safety and Environmental Notices Using video Your Chromebox is a powerful video device that enables you to watch streaming video from your favorite websites and download vide...

Page 15: ...vice The DisplayPort connects a digital display device such as a high performance monitor or projector The DisplayPort delivers higher performance than a VGA external monitor port and improves digital connectivity 1 Connect one end of the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort on the Chromebox 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the digital display device 3 You will now see the Chrome desktop on...

Page 16: ...ers Downloads and then follow the on screen instructions to find documentation relevant to your device You may also refer to http www chromium org chromium os developer information for chrome os devices for information about accessing developer mode You may turn this function on and off by following the directions below 1 Altering WOL settings requires entering development mode Please refer to htt...

Page 17: ...o open an app you ve installed Click the Launcher icon and select the app from the list or select the icon for the app you want from the apps pinned to the shelf at the bottom of the main screen To pin or unpin an app to the shelf on the main screen Click the Launcher icon and select the app Right click the app and then select Pin to shelf To unpin an app right click it and select Unpin To uninsta...

Page 18: ...y cable lock Securing your wireless network When you set up your wireless network always enable security features Backing up your software applications and information All apps update automatically and a record of your downloads and purchases is kept in the Chrome Store Google also saves your last synched settings automatically If you have to perform a recovery on your device you can login with yo...

Page 19: ...stolen Security cable locks are only one of several methods that should be employed as part of a complete security solution to help maximize theft protection The security cable slot on your Chromebox may look slightly different from the illustration in this section For the location of the security cable slot on your device see Getting to know your Chromebox on page 1 1 Loop the security cable lock...

Page 20: ... go to http welcome hp com country us en wwcontact_us html Online chat with an HP technician Email support Find support telephone numbers Locate HP service center locations Safety Comfort Guide Go to http www hp com ergo Proper workstation setup Guidelines for posture and work habits that increase your comfort and decrease your risk of injury Electrical and mechanical safety information Regulatory...

Page 21: ... or installation instructions direct you to unplug the device unplug it after being properly grounded and before removing a cover Keep components in their electrostatic safe containers until you are ready to install them Avoid touching pins leads and circuitry Handle electronic components as little as possible Use nonmagnetic tools Before handling components discharge static electricity by touchin...

Page 22: ... L labels 5 regulatory 5 service 5 wireless certification 5 WLAN 5 M Memory card reader 1 Memory card reader identifying 1 mouse functions 6 using 6 Mute 6 N Next window 6 P ports HDMI 3 8 9 USB 3 0 3 USB 3 0 charging 2 product name and number device 5 R regulatory information regulatory label 5 wireless certification labels 5 Reload 6 S security cable lock installing 13 security cable slot identi...

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