Chromebook Tips

Chromebook Tips 

• Every week close all tabs and shutdown your Chromebook! This can help to clear out any temporary files or processes that may be slowing down your device.

• You must keep your Chromebook charged, letting it discharge completely can be harmful to your Chromebook.  Only use BCIT issued chargers!

• Chromebook will not turn on or charge - If you have anything connected to this Chromebook (such as a mouse or external hard drive), remove it. Then plug in the charger and press the ‘esc + ↻ + power button'  your CB will go into “recovery mode”, be patient it might take a few seconds.  Close CB and then open it and you should be able to sign in.  

• Keyboard typing wrong letters - go to settings and make sure the keyboard is set to US English!

• Wi-Fi at BCIT,  use only BurlCoSchools-IT.

• TrackPad not working, close all tabs and sign out.  Power down and then restart your Chromebook.

• New students, first time signing into your Chromebook:- username is your ID#@burlcoschools.org and your password is Pleasechangeme!

• Do not do any physical modifications to the Chromebook or disassemble the Chromebook!

• If you have any of the following issues see Ms. Allen in the Media Center B101 -

  • Cracked screen

  • Forgot password

  • Lost Chromebook

  • Lost Charger

  • Keyboard keys missing

  • Stolen Chromebook

  • Any other issue that needs to be addressed

By following these tips, you can help to keep your Chromebook running smoothly and efficiently.