HP Chromebook 14 G6 operation manual

User Guide

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First Edition: January 2020

Document Part Number: L87915-001

Product notice

This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.

Software terms

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For any further information or to request a full refund of the price of the computer, please contact your 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, at 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 airow. 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 dened by applicable safety standards.

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Table of contents

1 Components .................................................................................................................................................. 1

Right side ............................................................................................................................................................... 1

Left side ................................................................................................................................................................. 3

Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Touchpad ................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Button and speaker ................................................................................................................................................ 6

Labels ..................................................................................................................................................................... 7

2 Navigating the screen .................................................................................................................................... 8

Using Touchpad and touch screen gestures .......................................................................................................... 8

Tapping ................................................................................................................................................ 8

Scrolling (Touchpad only) .................................................................................................................... 9

One-nger scrolling (touch screen only) ........................................................................................... 10

One-nger swipe (touch screen only) ............................................................................................... 11

Two-nger pinch zoom (touch screen only) ..................................................................................... 11

3 Using the action keys ................................................................................................................................... 12

Using the action keys ........................................................................................................................................... 12

4 Power and battery ....................................................................................................................................... 14

Factory-sealed battery ........................................................................................................................................ 14

Charging the battery ......................................................................................................................... 14

5 Printing ...................................................................................................................................................... 15

Printing from the Google Chrome browser ......................................................................................................... 15

Printing with Google Cloud Print web printing service ....................................................................................... 15

6 More HP resources ....................................................................................................................................... 16

More HP resources ............................................................................................................................................... 16

7 Electrostatic Discharge ................................................................................................................................ 17

8 Accessibility ................................................................................................................................................ 18

HP and accessibility ............................................................................................................................................. 18

Finding the technology tools you need ............................................................................................ 18

The HP commitment ......................................................................................................................... 18

International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP) ....................................................... 18

Finding the best assistive technology .............................................................................................. 19

Assessing your needs ..................................................................................................... 19

Accessibility for HP products .......................................................................................... 19

Standards and legislation .................................................................................................................................... 20

Standards .......................................................................................................................................... 20

Mandate 376 – EN 301 549 ............................................................................................ 20

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) ................................................................ 20

Legislation and regulations .............................................................................................................. 20

Useful accessibility resources and links .............................................................................................................. 21

Organizations .................................................................................................................................... 21

Educational institutions .................................................................................................................... 21

Other disability resources ................................................................................................................. 21

HP links .............................................................................................................................................. 21

Contacting support .............................................................................................................................................. 22

Index ............................................................................................................................................................. 23

1 Components

Right side

Component Description

(1) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in

(microphone) combo jack

(2) microSD™ memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share,

(3) USB 3.1 Type A generation 1 SuperSpeed

port

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 putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.

This guide is provided in the box.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the

computer speakers are disabled.

or access information.

To insert a card:

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

the computer.

2. Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then

press in on the card until it is rmly seated.

To remove a card:

▲ Push the card to remove it.

Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.

(4) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

charged.

● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery

is charging.

Right side 1

Component Description

● O: The computer is using battery power.

(5) USB Type-C™ generation 1 power

connector and super speed port

Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector, supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery.

2 Chapter 1 Components

Left side

Component Description

(1) Nano security lock slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

(2) HDMI port Connects a USB device with a Type-C connector and can

(3) USB 3.x SuperSpeed port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera,

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

charge products such as cell phones, cameras, activity trackers, or smart watches, even when the computer is o. Also connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector, supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the computer battery.

activity tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.

Left side 3

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