Chromebook Maintenance

Cleaning your Chromebook

Keyboard

To clean your keyboard use a dry microfiber cloth to wipe it down. If your keyboard requires more cleaning than this, then please bring your device to the district's IT staff.

Screen, Trackpad, Outer Shell of Device

Only clean the screen, trackpad, and outer shell of the device with these steps. Do not clean the insides any of the ports or around the seams of the screen or trackpad. To clean the Chromebook first shut down and unplug all cables and devices from the Chromebook. Then you can use a damp microfiber cloth with plain water. Most of the time water alone is sufficient, but if it isn't then a gentle cleaning solution comprised of 50% water and 50% white vinegar can be used. Never use any cleaning products containing bleach, alcohol, or ammonia. To clean apply a small amount of water or the cleaning solution directly to a microfiber cloth so that it is damp, but not so wet that it would drip liquid onto the device while cleaning. Make sure to ring out the micro fiber cloth well, do not allow liquid to drop into the device while cleaning. Do not spray liquids directly onto the device. Also, if a device needs blown out then, bring the device to the district’s technology staff. You can turn the device back on after everything is completely dry.

List of Don’t for Cleaning Chromebooks

Don’t use a vacuum on a Chromebook, it creates static electricity which would damage the device

Don’t soak, pour, or spray liquid on the device

Don’t clean the ports of the device

Storing Your Chromebook

Students should carry their Chromebook with them to class. During school hours when the device is not being used in class, the Chromebook should be secured in the student’s locker. Chromebooks should never be left unattended. Nothing should be placed on top of the Chromebook when stored in the locker. Chromebooks should not be stored in a vehicle for security and temperature reasons.

General Precautions

  • No food or drink is allowed next to your Chromebook while it is in use.
  • Cords, cables, and removable storage devices must be inserted carefully into the Chromebook.
  • Never transport your Chromebook while the screen is open, or when the power cord plugged in.
  • Chromebooks must remain free of any writing, drawing, or stickers.
  • Vents CANNOT be covered, allow proper ventilation to flow under the Chromebook.
  • Chromebooks should never be left in a vehicle or any unsupervised area.
  • The Chromebook screens can be easily damaged! The screens are particularly sensitive to damage from excessive pressure on the screen.
  • Do not lean or put pressure on the top of the Chromebook when it is closed.
  • Do not store the Chromebook with the screen in the open position.
  • Do not place anything near the Chromebook that could put pressure on the screen.
  • Do not place anything in a carrying case or backpack that will press against the cover.
  • Do not poke the screen with anything that will mark or scratch the screen surface.
  • Do not place anything on the keyboard before closing the lid (e.g. pens, pencils, headphones, or disks).