Chromebook OS Updates

Users may have to manually update the Chromebook to make sure it is running the most recent OS version. This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to check update status, review the OS version, and manually run updates if required.

Note: All screenshots included below are from ChromeOS version 70.0 and may be slightly different than earlier versions of the OS. However, the process is the same.

Directions to Update Chrome OS

1. Begin by clicking the Status Area, that includes the time, and wifi and battery status, in the lower, right-hand corner.

2. In the expanded menu, click the Gear Icon to open the Settings window.

3. In the slide-out pane, click About Chrome OS at the bottom.

4. In the About Chrome OS window, click Check for Updates.

Note: If an update is available the system will begin downloading it automatically. When the download completes, you will be prompted to restart the Chromebook to apply the update.