Latitude 5300 2-in-1 and 5400 Chromebook Laptop Does Not Automatically Power on When the Lid is Opened
Summary: The following article provides information about a perceived issue with some Latitude Chromebook laptops not turning on when the lid is opened.
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Symptoms
Latitude Chromebook does not automatically turn on when I open the laptop lid
You may notice that your Latitude 5300 2-in-1 or 5400 Chromebook laptop does not automatically turn on when you open the LCD lid.
This feature was available in some of Dell's previous laptops. However, this feature is not present for these particular computers.
You must use the power button to turn these laptops on.
Note: All new Chromebooks are designed to go into sleep mode when you log in and you close the LCD lid. If you are not logged in and close the LCD lid, then they are designed to turn off instead.
Cause
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Resolution
These computers are working as designed when they do not automatically turn on when you open the lid.
Affected Products
Latitude 5300 2-in-1 Chromebook, Latitude 5400 ChromebookArticle Properties
Article Number: 000138982
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 19 Apr 2025
Version: 6
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