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Acer Chromebook 736C-538C 11.6" HD Rugged Chromebook – 3 Year Warranty

Acer Chromebook 736C-538C 11.6" HD Rugged Chromebook – 3 Year Warranty

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Tough Enough for Everyday Student Life.

The Acer Chromebook 511 is a rugged, portable Chromebook designed for college students, tertiary education and everyday study. With a compact 11.6-inch HD IPS display, fast Intel® processor, 4GB RAM and ChromeOS, it provides the performance students need for lectures, assignments, research, online learning and cloud-based productivity.

Designed to handle the demands of busy student life, this durable Chromebook combines MIL-STD-810H certified ruggedness, spill resistance and a shock-absorbent design with an impressive up to 12 hours of battery life. Students can move from lectures to the library, study sessions and group projects without constantly searching for a power outlet.

Rugged Durability for Student Life

College life can be tough on technology. The Acer Chromebook 511 is built to withstand everyday knocks, bumps and accidental spills.

  • MIL-STD-810H certified rugged construction
  • Shock-absorbent bumper protects against drops from up to 122cm
  • Spill-resistant keyboard protects against up to 330ml of liquid
  • Widened internal brackets provide additional structural strength
  • Mechanically anchored keys help prevent accidental key removal
  • Kensington lock provides an additional physical security option

Whether it's being carried between lectures, packed into a backpack or used in a busy study environment, this rugged Chromebook is designed for dependable everyday use.

Up to 12 Hours of Battery Life

Long study days demand reliable battery performance. The built-in lithium-ion battery provides up to 12 hours of battery life, helping students get through a full day of classes, assignments, browsing and online learning on a single charge.

Spend less time looking for a power outlet and more time focusing on your studies.

Responsive Performance for College Work

Powered by an Intel® N100 quad-core processor, 4GB LPDDR5 memory and ChromeOS, this Chromebook is well suited to everyday college workloads.

Students can comfortably work with:

  • Online learning platforms
  • Google Workspace and cloud applications
  • Web research and browsing
  • Assignments and documents
  • Video conferencing
  • Email and communication
  • Streaming and multimedia
  • Cloud-based college applications

Wi-Fi 6E provides fast and reliable wireless connectivity for modern campus and home networks, while Bluetooth 5.2 supports compatible wireless accessories.

Compact 11.6" HD Display

The 11.6-inch HD IPS display offers a compact format that is easy to carry while providing a practical screen for study, browsing and everyday productivity.

The matte ComfyView display helps reduce distracting reflections, making it suitable for use in classrooms, libraries, study areas and other learning environments.

Built for Mobility

At approximately 1.35kg, this Chromebook is light enough for students to carry throughout the day.

Its compact 11.6-inch form factor makes it easy to slip into a backpack alongside books, stationery and other study essentials.

Serviceable Keyboard Design

The serviceable keyboard uses mechanically anchored keys to help protect against accidental key removal. The keyboard can also be replaced quickly, helping extend the practical service life of the device.

HD Webcam with Privacy Shutter

The integrated 720p HD webcam makes the Chromebook suitable for online lectures, video meetings and group study sessions.

A physical camera privacy shutter provides an additional layer of privacy when the webcam is not being used.

Plenty of Connectivity

The Chromebook includes:

  • 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
  • 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C ports
  • microSD card reader
  • Wi-Fi 6E
  • Bluetooth 5.2
  • 3.5mm? Not specified in the supplied specifications; do not assume this port is included.

ChromeOS – Simple, Secure and Student-Friendly

ChromeOS provides a streamlined computing experience designed around cloud-based productivity. Students can access their applications, files and online resources while benefiting from automatic updates and ChromeOS security features.

The integrated H1 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and camera privacy shutter provide additional security and privacy features.

Sustainable Design

The Chromebook incorporates environmentally conscious design features, including:

  • Recycled materials
  • Recycled ocean-bound plastic used in the OceanGlass™ touchpad
  • Recycled-fibre molded-pulp packaging
  • Energy-efficient design
  • EPEAT Gold environmental registration

Key Specifications

Feature Specification
Operating System ChromeOS
Processor Intel® N100 Quad-Core
Graphics Intel® UHD Graphics
Display 11.6" HD IPS LCD, 1366 × 768
Touchscreen No
Memory 4GB LPDDR5
Storage 32GB eMMC
Wireless Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.2
Webcam 720p HD
Memory Card Reader microSD
USB Ports 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C
Touchpad OceanGlass™
Battery Lithium-ion
Battery Life Up to 12 hours
Weight Approx. 1.35kg
Dimensions 296 × 211.3 × 21mm
Colour Black
Environmental Certification EPEAT Gold
Warranty 3 Years

Why Choose a Rugged Chromebook for College?

For students who need a portable, durable and dependable laptop for everyday study, the Acer Chromebook 511 offers an excellent balance of mobility and resilience. Its rugged construction helps protect against accidental drops and spills, while its 12-hour battery life supports long days on campus.

From lectures and online classes to assignments, research and group projects, this 11.6-inch rugged Chromebook is built to keep students productive throughout the day.

Ideal for: College Students, Tertiary Students, University Study, Online Learning, Classrooms, Lectures, Libraries, Student Computing, Education and Everyday Productivity.

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