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| Acer Chromebook |
Press release:
Acer today announced the availability of its newest Chromebook for
education customers, the Acer Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) with enhanced durability
features. In addition, it provides long battery life and a fan-less design,
making it an exceptional choice for schools and school districts that want a
reliable, powerful and quiet device for student learning.
“Chromebooks have become
the de facto standard for education technology in many districts around the
country,” said Chris Chiang, Vice President of Product Management at Acer
America. “The new Acer Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) will set the bar even higher for
what schools utilize for their classrooms and labs – a durable design, quiet
fan-less operation and a portable form factor that makes them easy to transport
for 1:1 programs, around the classroom, outside and in the lab.”
According to data from Gartner, Acer Group is the world’s leading
Chromebook brand with over 33 percent market share in 2015[i].
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| Acer Chromebook |
Durable Design
Features Enhance Real-Time Learning
The durability and design features of the Chromebook 11 N7 (C731)
ensure maximum uptime and contribute to reduced IT maintenance. The device
endured rigorous testing to meet the demanding U.S. MIL-STD 810G military standard[i].
This military specification testing validates the ruggedness, durability and
quality of the Chromebook 11 N7 (C731), so that student learning can take place
in a variety of environments.
The Acer Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) can handle up to 132 pounds (60kg)
of downward force on the top cover, while the reinforced case and hinges result
in greater resistance to twisting and stress, even if students cram them into
their backpacks. In addition, the corner-shield structure and rubber bumper
keyboard surround further protect the Chromebook, so it can tolerate drops from
heights up to 48 inches (122cm). These features ensure the Chromebook will be
protected whether it takes a tumble while being transported or is accidentally
knocked off a desk. The anti-slip pattern on the rear case makes it easy to
grip and helps prevent it from slipping out of students’ hands.
The Acer Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) has a spill-resistant keyboard
that provides protection against spills of up to 11 fluid ounces (330ml) of
water. The unique gutter system under the keyboard and touchpad drains water so
that it’s routed away from internal components and out the bottom of the
chassis.
A new feature to the Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) is the keyboard
design with recessed keys that prevent the key caps from being easily removed
by students. In addition, the keyboard was designed for an excellent typing
experience for students, many of whom are still learning keyboarding skills.
The Acer Chromebook 11 N7 (C731) has a fan-less design that
provides cool and quiet operation, so it doesn’t add noise, even to a whole
classroom of students. Also, reliability is boosted since it doesn’t require
venting that may cause airflow issues and dust accumulation.
