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Set Up ChromeOS

Setting up ChromeOS for the first time? Here’s a quick overview of the most important steps during the first-time setup process on your Dell Chrome device.

Step 1 – Turn it on

Locate and press the power button to turn on your Chrome device.

Power button on the top right corner of Dell Chromebook 3445

Step 2 – Get started

Choose your language and then select Get started.

Language and accessibility settings on the Chromebook set up screen

Step 3 - Connect to a network

You are prompted to connect to your wireless network. Select your home or work network from the list and provide the wireless key or password to connect. If your device is connected using a wired connection, the connection occurs automatically.

List of nearby wireless networks in ChromeOS setup

Step 4 - Choose your ChromeOS setup

Select if you use your Chrome device for personal use, setting it up for your child, or for work.

For personal use, for a child, or for work options during ChromeOS set up

Sign-in to your Google Account

Your Google Account is the same account you use for Gmail, YouTube, Chrome, or other Google products. To begin, select Next, enter your email address and then select Next.

If you don’t a Google Account, select More Options, and then select Create New Account.

Connect Google account screen

Text field to type your email address for Google account

Step 5 – Review the terms and conditions

You can control what data is shared with Google. You can change this anytime in Settings. To proceed setting up your Chrome device, review the terms and conditions, and select Accept and continue.

Google terms and conditions screen

Step 6 – Set up sync settings

Your saved preferences and activity will be ready on any ChromeOS device when you sign in with your Google Account. You can choose what to sync in Settings. To sync your Chrome device apps, settings, Chrome browser bookmarks, passwords, history, and more, select Accept and continue.

Sync your chrome device during setup

Step 7 – Secure your device with a PIN

Use a PIN number instead of a password to unlock your device. PIN must be at least 6 digits. Enter your preferred PIN and select Next. In the next screen, type your PIN again and select Next to confirm. Once your PIN has been successfully added, select Done.

Choose your PIN during set up

Step 8 – Select touchpad, display, text size, and theme

You can choose to change the touchpad scrolling direction, change display and text size, and select light or dark theme. Choose the settings that you want to customize and select Next. Follow the onscreen instructions to customize each feature that you choose.

To change these settings after you finish setting up your Chrome device, select Skip and then access these options in Settings.

Customize features during setup

Step 9 – You are ready!

You are ready to start using your Chrome device. Select Get started.

Chrome OS setup is completed