Chromebooks
My Chromebook is running slowly. What can I do?
Try restarting your Chromebook. The Chromebook should be turned off completely and restarted daily.
On a complete restart, Chromebook clear out old files, update policies, and install new OS files.When using the Chromebook for video conferencing (Zoom or Meet), please close most other tabs.
Video Conferencing can be taxing on a device. Please limit other activities on the device while video ConferencingLimit the use of open working tabs. Each open tab takes system resources. Having too many open tabs will impact performance.
How do I connect the Chromebook to the internet?
Connect to the Internet
At the bottom right, select the time.
Select Not Connected .
Note: If you see your Wi-Fi network name and a signal strength, your Chromebook is already connected to Wi-Fi.Turn on Wi-Fi.
Your Chromebook will display available networks and show them to you in a list.
How do I log onto a PSB Chromebook?
Logging In
Students log onto a school chromebook with their school-issued account. The screen above should appear when the device is turned on. If a student does not see a login box on startup, click on “Add Person” in the lower left corner to bring up login box up.
Login Convention for K-12 student accounts:
Year of Graduation, Last Name, First initial
Example Username/email: 28brooklinej@brookinek12.org
Password: First time passwords will be provided to students or can be found by accessing the PSB parent portal.
How can I adjust the audio and microphone volumes level on my Chromebook?
To adjust the microphone volume level, go to the lower right corner of the login screen and open the Taskbar.
Audio output is controlled by moving the slider next to the speaker.
To access the Input controls, click the caret > at the right of the speaker icon. Another window opens, and the Input volume can be changed here.
Are there any tools to help minimize student distractions on the Chromebook?
Families have found that the Chrome Extension: Site Blocker from E-Tech to be helpful. You can learn more on the Block Site Page
Can I see or download a student's web history on a Chromebook?
Viewing the History
Families have found it helpful to access their child's Chromebook browsing history. Google stores this history for up to 90 days. Students are restricted from deleting their history.
Parents can view their history on their Chromebook, by opening Chrome and pushing the CTRL and H buttons at the same time, or clicking on the 3 stacked dots in the upper right corner of the browser and going down to History. This will open up the history page that shows where you student has visited on their Chromebook.
Downloading the History
The Chrome Extension: Export Chrome History from Jarett Lee allows users to download a spreadsheet of browsing history.
The Chrome Extension must be added to the Chromebook while logged in as the student. The Extension is available in the Chrome Web store or via this link: Export Chrome History
While logged in as the student, parents can launch the extension and download the browser history as a CSV file on the Chromebook.
How can I connect my Chromebook to a printer?
Chromebooks are set to work well with Google Docs and you'll share your work with your teachers or collaborators. If absolutely necessary, you can print from a Chromebook, although it does take some configuring.
This video should help you get started.
Print from your Chromebook From John Sowash
How can I reset my Chromebook?
Reset_your_Chromebook.pdfTo fix some Chromebook problems, you might need to reset your Chromebook hardware, also called a hard reset.
Try a hard reset only after other ways to fix the problem have failed. It will restart your Chromebook hardware (like your keyboard and touchpad), and might delete some files in your Downloads folder.
What are some keyboard shortcuts I should know?
How can I save my browser tabs before restarting?
I lost my Chromebook Charger. How can I get a replacement?
Students are responsible for maintaining and returning the power cord and charger that were issued with the Chromebook. Students who don't return a charger are subject to a $25 replacement charge.
Alternatively, students can purchase a charger from Amazon. However, the charger must be designed to work with an HP Chromebook Model 11MK G9 EE (45 watts and USB type C connector).
This model, available on Amazon, works with Brookline issued Chromebooks:
Fast Chromebook Charger for HP Chromebook Charger, 45W, USB C