ASUS
Chromebox 3
User Guide
E13655 First Edition April 2018
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Contents |
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About this user guide........................................................................................................... |
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Conventions used in this manual.................................................................................... |
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Typography.............................................................................................................................. |
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Package contents................................................................................................................... |
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Getting to know your Chromebox |
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Features..................................................................................................................................... |
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Front view................................................................................................................................. |
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Left side view........................................................................................................................... |
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Rear view.................................................................................................................................. |
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Using your Chromebox |
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Getting started........................................................................................................................ |
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Connect the AC power adapter to your Chromebox................................................ |
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Connect a display panel to your Chromebox.............................................................. |
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Connect the wired keyboard and mouse..................................................................... |
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Turn on your Chromebox.................................................................................................... |
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Appendix |
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Safety information................................................................................................................. |
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Setting up your system........................................................................................................ |
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Care during use...................................................................................................................... |
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Regulatory notices................................................................................................................. |
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ASUS contact information................................................................................................... |
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This user guide provides information about the hardware and software features of your Chromebox, organized through the following chapters:
Chapter 1: Getting to know your Chromebox
This chapter details the hardware components of your Chromebox.
Chapter 2: Using your Chromebox
This chapter provides you with information on using your Chromebox.
Appendix
This section includes notices and safety statements for your Chromebox.
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WARNING! This message contains important information that must be followed to keep you safe while performing certain tasks and prevent damage to your Chromebox's data and components.
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Your Chromebox package contains the following items:
AC power adapter*
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Power cord* |
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VESA mounting plate |
VESA mounting plate |
documentations |
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screw set |
NOTE:
•*The bundled power adapter may vary with territories.
•Some bundled accessories may vary with different models.
For details on these accessories, refer to their respective user manuals.
•If the device or its components fail or malfunction during normal and proper use within the warranty period, bring the warranty card to the ASUS Service Center for replacement of the defective components.
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Power button
The power button allows you to turn the Chromebox on or off.You can use the power button to put your
Chromebox to sleep mode or press it for four (4) seconds to force shutdown your Chromebox.
Headphone/Headset/Microphone jack
This port allows you to connect amplified speakers or headphones. You can also use this port to connect your headset or an external microphone.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 port
The USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Universal Serial Bus) port provides a transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s and is backward compatible to USB 2.0. These ports also support the Battery Charging 1.2 technology that allows you to charge your USB devices.
Memory card slot
The built-in memory card reader enables your Chromebox to read and write data to and from Micro SD cards.
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Kensington security slot
The Kensington security slot allows you to secure your
Chromebox using Kensington® security products.
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