Setup Guide for HP Chromebook
Here are the step-by-step instructions for starting, setting up, and signing up for basic apps on a Chromebook. View in PDF.
1. Initial Chromebook Setup:
Step 1: Turn on your Chromebook.
Step 2: Choose your language, accessibility settings, and network in the first screen that appears.
2. Signing into your Google Account:
Step 1: You'll be asked to sign in to your Google Account. Enter your email or phone number associated with the Google Account.
Step 2: Enter your password and click 'Next'.
Step 3: Review and accept all those Terms of Service and Privacy Policy to which you agree to proceed.
3. Setting up Chrome Sync (optional):
Step 1: After logging in, you can choose to turn on Chrome Sync, which syncs your bookmarks, history, passwords, and other settings across all your devices where you're signed into Chrome.
Step 2: Click 'Yes, I'm in' to turn on Chrome Sync or 'No thanks' to skip.
4. Setting Up Google Assistant (optional):
Step 1: Click on the switch to enable Google Assistant.
Step 2: Decide if you want the Assistant to respond to "OK Google" or "Hey Google". If you do, click on the switch next to "Access with Voice Match" and follow the instructions to set up Voice Match.
Now, you've activated Google Assistant. You can say "Hey Google" followed by a command, and Google Assistant will help you out.
5. Chromebook Tour (optional):
6. Setting Up Google Play Store:
Step 1: Click on the 'Launcher' button in the bottom-left corner of the screen, then click on the 'Play Store' icon.
Step 2: The Google Play Store Terms of Service will appear. Review and click 'Accept' to proceed.
Step 3: Now, you can search for apps in the Play Store and install them on your Chromebook.
7. Setting Up Gmail:
Step 1: Click on the 'Launcher' button, then click on the 'Gmail' icon.
Step 2: If you're not already signed in, enter your Gmail email address and password.
Step 3: Review and accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Step 4: You're now ready to send and receive emails with Gmail.
8. Using the Chrome Browser:
Step 1: Click on the 'Launcher' button, then click on the 'Chrome' icon.
Step 2: In the address bar, enter a URL or search term to browse the internet.
Step 3: Use the controls at the top of the browser to navigate pages, bookmark sites, and manage tabs.
Step 4: Type https://marylandersonline.umd.edu/ in the address bar, then click on the star icon at the right end of the address bar. This will add our website to your bookmarks.
9. Accessing Settings:
For free tech support, contact the Marylanders Online Helpline by calling toll-free 1-866-206-8467 or emailing marylandersonline@umd.edu. All voicemails and messages received after hours will be returned on the next business day.
