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Acer C7 Chromebook Information

Discontinued Device

The Acer C7 Chromebook is currently discontinued and will no longer receive operating system updates from Google or the Manufacturer. This could potentially leave your device vulnerable to newly discovered security threats that may go unpatched if discovered after October 31 of 2012. Your device will still continue to function for several years past the EOL date but may not support newer web standards that were released after October 31 of 2012. To uderstand your options when it comes to the use of discontinued devices, including options to repurpose or install a third party operating system, please consult the Discontinued and End of Life Device Chapter of this guide

The Acer C7 Chromebook is a discontinued Chromebook manufacturered by Acer to target the consumer market. The Acer C7 Chromebook was released on October 30 of 2012 and will receive operating system security and feature updates until October 31 of 2012.

System Specifications

The Acer C7 Chromebook is an x86_64 based Chromebook powered by a Intel Dual Core B847 clocked at 1.1 GHz with 2 GB of RAM. As far as built-in storage, the Acer C7 Chromebook has 320 GB of local disk space. The Acer C7 Chromebook runs code built for the x86_64 architecture.

  • Hardware Information

    Feature
    Product StatusEOL
    ManufacturerAcer
    Device Form FactorChromebook
    ProcessorIntel Dual Core B847
    (Clocked at 1.1 GHz)
    Architecturex86_64
    RAM2 GB
    Storage320 GB
    Target MarketConsumer
    Release DateOctober 30 of 2012
    Board Codenameparrot (parrot)
    Baseboardparrot(parrot)
    ChromeOS.Guide DeviceIDAcerParrot

    Displays

    Feature
    Screen Resolution11.6 Inch 1366x768
    TouchscreenNo
    USB-C DisplayPort SupportYes

    Hardware Ports

    PanelPort List
    Left I/O
    • Headphone/Microphone Combonation Jack
    • MicroSD Card Slot
    • USB A 3.0 Port
    • USB Type-C 3.1 Port (with Video Output Support)
    • DC Power Input
    Right I/O
    • USB A 3.0 Port
    • USB Type-C 3.1 Port (with Video Output Support)
    • Kensington Lock
    Power Button LocationKeyboard
    USB Power Delivery SupportNo
  • Software Information

    Feature
    ChromeOS Operating System IntegrityTrue
    ChromeOS EUA DateOctober 31 of 2012
    Device StatusEOL
    ChromeOS OTA StatusOffline
    ChromeOS Plusfalse
    Linux SupportNo
    Linux GPU SupportNo
    Parallels SupportNo

Pricing and Availability

eBay

eBay is one of the largest marketplaces for both new and used ChromeOS. You can check to see if this Chromebook is available for sale on eBay by clicking here.

Accessories

The Acer C7 Chromebook is a versatile and powerful Chromebook, offering a seamless blend of performance, design, and flexibility. To unlock its full potential and enhance your user experience, a wide range of accessories can complement this premium device. Whether you're looking to improve productivity, boost creativity, or protect your investment, there’s something for everyone.

In this section, you'll find a curated list of accessories that are fully compatible with the Acer C7 Chromebook. From must-have peripherals like docking stations, webcams, and chargers to additional enhancements like keyboards, mice and external monitors, we’ve got you covered. Each recommendation has been carefully selected to ensure compatibility, quality, and the best possible experience for your Acer C7 Chromebook.

USB Docking Stations

The Acer C7 Chromebook can be connected to a USB Docking Station to expand the number of ports available to you. This is especially useful if you need to connect multiple peripherals to your device such as a keyboard, mouse, external hard drive, printer, or other devices. We have compiled a list of USB Docking Stations that are compatible with your Chromebook on our USB Docking Station Accessories Page along with links to purchase the USB Docking Stations.

USB Docking StationPrice/Purchase Link
Anker 553 USB-C HubBuy now on Amazon for $49.99
Anker 332 USB-C Hub (5-in-1) with 4K HDMI Display, 5Gbps - and 2 5Gbps USB-A Data Ports and for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Dell XPS, Lenovo Thinkpad, HP Laptops and MoreBuy now on Amazon for $24.99
Anker 332 USB-C Hub (5-in-1) with 4K HDMI Display, 5Gbps - and 2 5Gbps USB-A Data Ports and for MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Dell XPS, Lenovo Thinkpad, HP Laptops and MoreBuy now on Amazon for $24.99

Universal Docking Stations powered by DisplayLink Technology allow you to power external displays over a standard USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port. These docking stations are excellent for those who wish to focus on productivity but these Universal Docking Stations do have several limitations that may be a problem for some users such as the inability to view High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) such as content from streaming media or Android Applications with security policies that previent screenshots/screen mirroring (banking applications and password managers). Additionally, these limitations may prevent some work related applications from functioning if your company uses any security policies that block screen mirroring or screenshots of company applications.

Although the Acer C7 Chromebook will work with Universal DisplayLink Docking Stations, it is recommended to use a USB-C Docking Station with Video Output Support for the best experience. USB-C Docking Stations do not suffer from the same limitations as DisplayLink Docking Stations and will allow you to access secure applications that are restricted on DisplayLink.

DisplayLink Docking StationPrice/Purchase Link
WAVLINK USB C DisplayLink Docking Station with 3 HDMI 4K60Hz,Displaylink Triple Display Docking Station for MacBook M1/M2/M3/Windows,5 USB Ports,2DP,Ethernet Port,Audio/Mic,SD/TF(No Charging Ports)Buy now on Amazon for $149.99
Plugable USB C to HDMI Adapter, Dual Monitor 4K 60Hz for Apple Mac M1/M2/M3, DisplayLink Multiple Displays for Thunderbolt MacBook or iMac, Driver Required (USBC-6950M)Buy now on Amazon for $89.95
WAVLINK USB 3.0 or USB C to Dual HDMI Splitter Extended Display for Dual Monitor, Displaylink Adapter Dual HDMI 4K 60Hz for Apple Mac M1/M2/M3 or Windows 10/11, USB A/C to HDMI 4K OutputBuy now on Amazon for $59.99

Webcams

The Acer C7 Chromebook should work with most consumer and professional grade webcams on the market. The list below shows several of the most popular webcams that will work for your Chromebook however you can access the ChromeOS Guide Accessory Database for a full list of devices that we have verified will work with ChromeOS. 

WebcamPrice/Purchase Link
Logitech Brio 101 Full HD 1080p Webcam Made for Meetings and Works for Streaming — Auto-Light Balance, Built-in Mic, Privacy Shutter, USB-A, for Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Zoom, and More - BlackBuy now on Amazon for $39.99
Logitech C920x HD Pro Webcam, Full HD 1080p/30fps Video Calling, Clear Stereo Audio, HD Light Correction, Works with Skype, Zoom, FaceTime, Hangouts, PC/Mac/Laptop/Macbook/Tablet - BlackBuy now on Amazon for $67.79
Logitech Brio 101 Full HD 1080p Webcam Made for Meetings and Works for Streaming — Auto-Light Balance, Built-in Mic, Privacy Shutter, USB-A, for Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Zoom, and More - BlackBuy now on Amazon for $39.99