How to update Chrome OS on a Chromebook

Summary

How to Upgrade your Chromebook's OS

 

Step-by-Step

  1. Log onto the Chromebook using your username@lansingschools.net and password. For example, John Public would use publij0101@lansingschools.net and the same password used to log into a laptop or Synergy
     
  2. Click on the clock in the Chrome OS Shelf (similar to the Taskbar in Windows or the Dock on a Mac). This is usually found in the lower right corner of the screen. This brings up the Tray where the settings button can be found. 
     
  3. Click on the Gear icon in the Tray to open the Settings menu.
     
  4. Click on the About Chrome OS link at the bottom of the Settings menu along the left side of the window. You may need to scroll down on the left side menu.  
     
  5. Chrome OS will download and install updates automatically. It only applies the update on a restart. 
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    1. If an update has been applied and is waiting for a reboot, you will see a line that reads, "Nearly up to date! Restart your device to finish updating." Click the Restart button to the right of that after you have made sure you have no unsaved work. This will restart the computer and apply the update.
       
    2. If an update hasn't been downloaded automatically, you will see a Check For Updates button to the right of the version number. Click that button and it will download and install the most recent update if there is one. After installation, the button changes to a Restart button. Make sure your files are saved and then click the restart button.
       
    3. If you have the most current version of Chrome OS, above the version it will state that Your Chromebook Is Up To Date.

 

 

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