Chromebook Care

The Basics

Always keep your Chromebook in its case.

• If you need a new case, go to the library

Carry your Chromebook by closing it and holding it with two hands.

• Don’t hold it by the screen! Thumbs have been known to crack screens.

Check before closing your Chromebook.

• Closing on earbuds, pens, phones, etc. can crack your screen or break the hinges.

Beware of your Chromebook being stepped on.

• This includes when your Chromebook is in a backpack.

Keep liquids away from your Chromebook.

• Spills cause some of the most expensive damage.

• Your Chromebook’s LCD Display is a very expensive component, and physical damage to it is not covered by warranty.
  • If you drop your Chromebook or slam the lid shut, it may crack.
  • Make sure you don't have anything between the screen and keyboard as you close the case such as a pencil.
• Do not pick it up by the screen
• Don't place items on top of your Chromebook as the weight can cause damage to the screen.
  • Always keep magnetic devices away from your Chromebook.

• Don't use your Chromebook while you eat.
  • Make sure your hands are clean when using your Chromebook.
• To clean, shut down your Chromebook, disconnect the power adapter.
  • Use a damp (not wet), soft, lint-free cloth to clean the computer's exterior.
  • Avoid getting moisture in any openings.
  • Do not spray liquid directly on the computer.
• Don't use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives.

Stay out of the inside

Under no circumstances should you open (or attempt to open) your school computer's case.

Touching the wrong components may not only damage the computer, it may seriously hurt you. Report the failure to the Site Tech person at your school. Let a district technician handle any repairs that require the case to be opened.