HP Chromebox User manual

User Guide

Development Company, L.P.

The information contained herein is subject

to change without notice. The only

warranties for HP products and services are

set forth in the express warranty statements

accompanying such products and services.

Nothing herein should be construed as

constituting an additional warranty. HP shall

not be liable for technical or editorial errors

or omissions contained herein.

First Edition: April 2014

Document Part Number: 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 is to return the entire unused

product (hardware and software) within 14

days for a refund subject to the refund

policy of your place of purchase.

For any further information or to request a

full refund of the computer, please contact

your local point of sale (the seller).

Safety warning notice

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not

place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on

a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another 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 Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).

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iv Safety warning notice

Table of contents

1 Getting to know your Chromebox ..................................................................................................................... 1

Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 1

Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 2

Rear ...................................................................................................................................................... 2

Bottom .................................................................................................................................................. 4

Labels ................................................................................................................................................... 5

2 Using an optional keyboard and mouse ........................................................................................................... 6

Using the action keys ........................................................................................................................... 6

3 Using your Chromebox ..................................................................................................................................... 8

Using audio .......................................................................................................................................... 8

Connecting speakers ........................................................................................................... 8

Connecting headphones ...................................................................................................... 8

Using 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 resources ......................................................................................................................................... 14

6 Electrostatic Discharge ................................................................................................................................... 15

Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 16

1 Getting to know your Chromebox

Left side

Component Description

(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the device.

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

deterrent, but it may not prevent the device from being

mishandled or stolen.

(2) Recovery button Allows you to install a new copy of the Chrome

operating system on your device.

NOTE: Using this button in conjunction with the

Power button will result in all account information and

data stored on your Chromebox, such as photos,

downloaded files, and saved 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/

1080595?hl=en.

(3) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage,

share, or access information.

To insert a card:

Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the

slot. Insert the card into the slot, and then press in on

the card until it is firmly seated.

To remove a card:

Press in on the card until it pops out.

Left side 1

Front

Component Description

(1) USB 3.0 charging (powered) ports (2) Connect an optional USB device, such as a

keyboard,mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB

hub. Standard USB ports will not charge all USB devices or

will charge using a low current. Some USB devices require

power and require you to use a powered port.

NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select

models of cell phones and MP3 players, even when 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 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 hold the power button.

Rear

2 Chapter 1 Getting to know your Chromebox

Component Description

(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

NOTE: Your device will attempt to preserve

your work in the event of a power event. If you

experience a power outage, or accidentally

unplug your device, your Chromebox will

automatically restart when power is restored.

(2) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.

(3) USB 3.0 ports (2) Each USB 3.0 port connects an optional USB

device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external

drive, printer, or USB hub.

(4) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device,

such as a high-definition television, or any

compatible digital or audio device.

(5) Vent Enables airflow 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.

(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 connects an

optional headset microphone. This jack does

not support optional microphone-only devices.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal

injury, adjust the volume before using

headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For

additional safety information, see the

Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices

For further information, please see More HP

resources on page 14.

NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-

conductor connector that supports both audio-

out (headphone) and audio-in (microphone).

Rear 3

Bottom

Component Description

(1) Vents (2) Enable airflow 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

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