![]() ![]() It ran flawlessly after installing without the usual need to tweak WINE settings to get things looking correctly.īut I became a bit bored with it and decided to try installing Windows 10. ![]() Even one of the key pieces of software I rely on (that is only available on iOS, macOS, and Windows) was easily installed via WINE. I ran with Linux on this device for 6-9 months. All hardware components are supported and the look and feel running Linux on this thing is extremely good. Once that was done, I wiped out Chrome OS and installed Gallium OS, which is a Linux distribution that is highly optimized to run on chromebooks. I removed the write-protect screw, and installed custom firmware. There is a lot of community support for doing other things on this device than running Chrome OS. Chromebooks by design are locked down devices that make it extremely difficult to do anything but run Chrome OS on them, but this Acer has an easy-to-access write-protect screw that once removed, allows for easily wiping out the default firmware and Chrome OS and installing alternative operating systems. The Acer Chromebook 14 is one of the easiest chromebooks to "hack". There are a few areas where Chrome OS falls short (regardless of device) which prevents it from being a true daily-driver. I've used it extensively as a chromebook and have been able to do much of the work that I need to get done on a traditional laptop. It is a well-built and attractive-looking device, IMO. I bought mine a few years ago at Costco for $250 (which included a padded sleeve and mouse). #Download windows 10 on chromebook 1080pThe Acer Chromebook 14 has a Celeron N3160 processor, 4GB RAM, 32GB storage, 1080p display, matte screen, and all aluminum body. Greetings all! I wanted to share my experiences installing Windows 10 Home on the Acer Chromebook 14 cb3-431 for anyone who might be considering doing something similar. ![]()
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