A Chromebook is not actually a computer in the traditional sense. Instead of having a computer operating system such as Windows or Mac, it runs Google's Chrome OS, which is basically the Internet. They are designed to be used primarily while connected to the Internet with most applications and documents living in the cloud.
Created for educational use
Durable outer shell
Long battery life
Touch screen and EMR pen enclosed in the case. The EMR pen writes as if you are writing with paper and pencil.
Firmly press and release the power button on the left side.
Don't hold it down. The screen may stay black for approximately 8 seconds before it comes on. If it doesn't come on within a few seconds, press and release the power button again.
When the Chromebook first starts up, the Google Sign in screen will appear.Type the first part of your Google email address in the box provided.
Example: 30smith_john
You don't need to type "@dublinstudents.net" because it is already there for you.
Click Next
On the next screen put in your password.
Click Next
You will now be logged onto the Chromebook.
There are a couple of ways to shut down (or turn off) the Chromebook.
One way is to click on the Control Panel or Status Area in the bottom right corner. When that opens, click on the Power icon to shut it down.
Another way to turn off the Chromebook is to press and hold the power button on the left side.
One of these pictures will appear (depending on whether you are signed in to the Chromebook or not).
Click or press "Power off".
A final way to shut down is to first sign out of the Chromebook. Then, click "Shut Down" from the log in screen in the lower left corner.
CHARGING: EVERY NIGHT & ALL WEEKENDS:
*** Do not let the computer go below 20% - Acer - 6 Grade ***
*** Do not let the computer go below 40% - Model 5190 - 7 Grade ***
*** Do not let the computer go below 20% - Model 3189 - 8 Grade ***
When you charge your Chromebook (at home, not at school), please let the computer stay plugged in until it reaches 100%.
BEFORE CHARGING…
- Close all windows
- Sign out
- Click the “SHUT DOWN” icon – lower left screen
- Plug in on the left side.
- Leave the lid open.
(Shutting down will allow the computer to look for updates when it powers on in the morning.)