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Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) Information

The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) is a mid-range Chromebook manufacturered by Acer to target the consumer market. The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) was released on March 08 of 2019 and will receive operating system security and feature updates until June 01 of 2029.

System Specifications

The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) is an x86_64 based Chromebook powered by a Intel Celeron N4000 clocked at 1.1 GHz with 4 GB or 8 GB of RAM. As far as built-in storage, the Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) has 32 GB or 64 GB of local disk space. The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) runs code built for the x86_64 architecture.

  • Hardware Information

    Feature
    Product Status Active
    Manufacturer Acer
    Device Form Factor Chromebook
    Processor Intel Celeron N4000
    (Clocked at 1.1 GHz)
    Architecture x86_64
    RAM 4 GB or 8 GB
    Storage 32 GB or 64 GB
    Target Market Consumer
    Release Date March 08 of 2019
    Board Codename sparky (octopus)
    Baseboard octopus(octopus)

    Displays

    Feature
    Screen Resolution 12 inch 1366x912
    Touchscreen No

    Hardware Ports

    Panel Port 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)
    Right I/O
    • USB A 3.0 Port
    • USB Type-C 3.1 Port (with Video Output Support)
    • Kensington Lock
    Power Button Location Keyboard
    USB Power Delivery Support Yes

  • Software Information

    Feature
    ChromeOS Operating System Integrity True
    ChromeOS EUA Date June 01 of 2029
    ChromeOS Version 126.0.6478.132
    Android Runtime Version Android 13
    ChromeOS Plus false
    Steam Gaming Support false
    Linux Support Yes
    Linux GPU Support No
    Parallels Support No

Pricing and Availability

Amazon

The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) currently on sale on Amazon.com for $151.19

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 and searching for the "Acer Chromebook 512 (C851)".

Accessories

Replacement Type-C Chargers

The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) can be charged with a USB Type-C charger using the USB Power Delivery Standard (USB-PD). You can purchase a compatible charger at most electronic retailers. We have created a list of chargers that we have tested to ensure they will work with your device. You may view this list via our Accessories Page, along with links to the product page if you wish to purchase the charger.

USB Battery Banks

The Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) can be powered via an external USB Type-C Battery Bank if you need to use your device for extended periods of time when not near a reliable power source. USB Battery Banks are also ideal for those who use their ChromeOS Device while traveling or even in an emergency situation such as a severe storm, which may have power outages. Not all USB Battery Banks are capable of providing enough power to charge your Chromebook. We have compiled a list USB Battery Banks that can run your Acer Chromebook 512 (C851) on our USB Battery Bank Accessories Page along with links to purchase the USB Battery Banks if you wish to obtain one.