Getting started
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Getting started
Turn on your Chromebook
On the Chromebook keyboard, press the power button located at the left hand side of
the notebook. A "Welcome" screen will appear when the Chromebook first boots up.
Select your language settings
Use the "Language" drop-down list to choose your default language setting. If there is
more than one way to type in your language, you may be prompted to select a
keyboard input method as well.
Connect to a network
Select a network from the "Connect to network" list to connect to the Internet. If
network access is protected, you will need an access password to connect to it.
Accept the Terms of Service
Once connected to a network, accept the Terms of Service. Your Chromebook will
then download any available system updates, so you automatically get the latest
Chrome OS features.
First-time sign-in
Create a new Google Account
You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Select
Create a
Google Account
to set up a new account. A Google Account gives you access to
useful web services developed by Google, such as Gmail, Google Drive, and Google
Calendar.
Browse as a guest
You can also use the Chromebook without a Google Account by selecting
Browse as
a Guest
.
Sign in to your Google Account
If you already have a Google Account, enter your username and password in the
sign-in box that appears and select the
Sign in
button.
