Acer Chromebox Information
Guide Resources
Purchase Options
ChromeOS Guide Books
Discontinued Device
The Acer Chromebox 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 September 01 of 2019. 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 September 01 of 2019. 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 Chromebox is a discontinued Chromebox manufacturered by Acer to target the consumer market. The Acer Chromebox was released on August 20 of 2014 and will receive operating system security and feature updates until September 01 of 2019.
System Specifications
The Acer Chromebox is an x86_64 based Chromebox powered by a Intel Celeron 2957U clocked at 1.4 GHz with 4 GB of RAM. As far as built-in storage, the Acer Chromebox has 16 GB eMMC of local disk space. The Acer Chromebox runs code built for the x86_64 architecture.
Hardware Information
Feature Product Status EOL Manufacturer Acer Device Form Factor Chromebox Processor Intel Celeron 2957U
(Clocked at 1.4 GHz)Architecture x86_64 RAM 4 GB Storage 16 GB eMMC Target Market Consumer Release Date August 20 of 2014 Board Codename mccloud (mccloud) Baseboard mccloud(mccloud) ChromeOS.Guide DeviceID AcerMcCloud Hardware Ports
Panel Port List Front I/O - Power Button
- MicroSD Card Slot
- 2x USB 3.0 Ports
- Headphone/Microphone Combonation Jack
Rear I/O - Ethernet Port
- 2x USB 2.0 Ports
- USB A 3.0 Port
- HDMI Video Output
- USB Type-C 3.1 Port (with Video Output Support)
- DC Power Input
- Kensington Lock
- Hardware Reset Button
Power Button Location Keyboard USB Power Delivery Support No Software Information
Feature ChromeOS Operating System Integrity True ChromeOS EUA Date September 01 of 2019 Device Status EOL ChromeOS OTA Status Offline ChromeOS Plus false Linux Support No Linux GPU Support No Parallels Support No
Pricing and Availability
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Accessories
The Acer Chromebox is a versatile and powerful Chromebox, 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 Chromebox. 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 Chromebox.
USB Docking Stations
The Acer Chromebox 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 Chromebox on our USB Docking Station Accessories Page along with links to purchase the USB Docking Stations.
USB Docking Station | Price/Purchase Link |
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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 More | Buy now on Amazon for $24.99 |
USB C Laptop Docking Station, 14 in 1 Type C Hub Multiport Adapter Dongle with 3 Monitors, Dual HDMI, VGA, PD, Ethernet, SD/TF, USB C/A Ports, Mic/Audio, Compatible for Dell/Surface/HP/Lenovo Laptops | Buy now on Amazon for $49.99 |
Anker Docking Station, Anker 575 USB-C Docking Station (13-in-1), Triple Display, 4K HDMI, 10 Gbps USB-C and 5 Gbps USB-A Data, 85W Charging for Laptop, 18W Charging for Phone, Ethernet, Audio, SD 3.0 | Buy now on Amazon for $189.99 |
Universal DisplayLink Docking Stations
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 Chromebox 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 Station | Price/Purchase Link |
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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 |
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 |
Webcams
The Acer Chromebox 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 Chromebox however you can access the ChromeOS Guide Accessory Database for a full list of devices that we have verified will work with ChromeOS.
Webcam | Price/Purchase Link |
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Logitech C270 Hd Webcam, 1280 Pixels X 720 Pixels, 1 Mpixel, Black | Buy now on Amazon for $19.99 |
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 - Black | Buy now on Amazon for $39.99 |
Lenovo HD 1080p Webcam (300 FHD) - Monitor Camera with 95° Wide Angle, 360° Rotation Pan & Tilt, Dual Microphones – Attachable Desktop Cam with Privacy Shutter for Remote Work, Streaming & Gaming | Buy now on Amazon for $31.78 |