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Chromebook is a Google netbook which runs the cloud operating system Chrome OS.

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Rainbow lines in chromebook on using Video capture Card input from mini pc?

Using output from a HP mini PC with Display Port and input into Chromebook laptop and a Tobo Video Capture Card HDMI. Output from mini PC to Video Capture Card via Display Port to HDMI Cable, input ...
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Is ADB backup on a Chromebook somehow different than on PC?

I'm attempting to run adb -t ... dev# ... shell backup -nosystem (with or without -f ~/backup.bk. For some reason, nothing appears in the device notifications, and on the terminal side no error or ...
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how to force chrome task manager to end a task

I am using an administrator-restricted Chromebook and things can often get out of hand, so naturally like any PC user I'd open the task manager (chrome task manager) and when I go to close the ...
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Unable to unlock hardware protection on ASUS C204MA-BU0448 Chromebook - seeking advice

We are currently facing an issue with an ASUS C204MA-BU0448 Chromebook, and we would greatly appreciate any assistance or advice you can provide. We have been trying to unlock the hardware protection ...
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Manually Set the Date and Time on a Chromebook (ChromeOS 111)

I have a 13" Lenovo Flex 5 (2022) Chromebook, running ChromeOS 111 and I need to be able to manually set the date and time. From internet searches, I found that I should be able to use the ...
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Setup a USB to prompt to go to a site

I was exploring all the Chrome URLs on my Chromebook, and I stumbled upon the USB internals. I saw that there was an option to add a test device. As curious as I was, I created one, noticing that ...
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Recover Chromebook from attempt to install Windows

I have an ASUS Chromebook model C523N. I tried to install Windows following a guide like this one. Unfortunately it didn't work, leaving my Chromebook in a state that I can't use it at all anymore. It'...
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How do you download Node.js on a Chromebook?

When i'm on nodejs.org and I select the Recommended to Download. A index of different nodes to download appear. I don't know which one to select or if i'm doing something wrong? I use Linux on my ...
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Streaming data and firewall on Chromebook Linux

I'm trying to use a custom python app that needs to expose a port (5000) on my Google chromebook and it's not working. The python package is python-osc. How do I check if a firewall in Linux is ...
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VLC on Chromebook doesn't recognises any media files

In order to try and fix a wee issue my partner was having with VLC on Chromebook, I uninstalled and reinstalled it (after the usual clearing the cache etc. to try and fix it) but now it doesn't ...
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ADB emulator-5554 on Chromebook Linux is offline

As the title said, I cannot use my adb emulator device and it just says this:
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How to determine whether Chromebook without wireless connectivity has a hardware or configuration issue?

It's a Lenovo Flex 3 Chrome-11M836 - Type 82KM Bluetooth is working, and Nearby Share works but only on inbound. Here's the network_diag log output: Trying to contact https://clients3.google.com ... (...
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Developer Chromebook > Terminal > sudo not found

I've just put my Chromebook into developer mode, installed Linux, opened a Linux terminal, and ran a sudo command, but received an error: sudo: command not found If I enter shell, I receive shell: ...
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Linux Chromebook

Update: I put back into developer mode and got the apk's installed needed; but still will try to install linux I had this same thing with a previous chromebook but can't remember the fix / step used ...
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How to put a Chromebook into Developer Mode

This article says how to enable Chromebook into Developer Mode, Turn off your Chromebook. Turn your Chromebook back on. While your Chromebook is restarting, simultaneously hold the Esc key, Refresh ...
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How to install stripped-down Windows on Chromebook

I'm using Asus CX1400CN Chromebook. My idea is to use Tiny11 or Tiny10 on a Chromebook without removing ChromeOS. Is this possible? The problem with Windows 10 or 11 is that they require UEFI, whereas ...
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How to find WiFi password of all available networks on Chromebook crosh?

I have a wifi password I need to find, but how can I do something where I can find the WiFi password for all available networks?
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Chromebook dictation setting is enabled but in Google search there's an error that "Voice search has been turned off"

I would like to speak my search-phrase into Google search on my Chromebook. Dictation has been enabled in Settings and the device responds to "Hey, Google". But when I go to Google in ...
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Is there a way to bypass Enterprise Enrollment Chrome OS DELL 3100 [duplicate]

Chrome OS BOOT UP SCREEN When I POWERWASH my MANAGED Chromebook I can't bypass the Wi-Fi setup screen. Which automatically enrolls my Chromebook to my school but I don't want to take apart my ...
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Chromebook cannot connect to local server/ private network address ("This site cannot be reached")

I need some networking and chromebook help... I bought a Chromebook,... I connected it to the local wifi network.,. this is composed of My main computer (web server #1) and a raspberry pi running pi-...
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chrome crashed on chromebook (android). How to recover tabs?

I was looking for something over google search page, nothing so far besides the classical 'check your history and open the tabs', the issue I had is that chromebook updated and asked if it can restore ...
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How do i stop enterprise enrollment in HP chromebook [duplicate]

I just got a new HP laptop, and it automatically enrolls to enterprise. I tried downloading chromeOS on a usb and recovering it but it didn't work. It shows me a "decathlon" sign up on the ...
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How to : bypass enterprise enrollment on my Acer Chromebook I [duplicate]

Can anyone give me a solid easy way to bypass enterprise enrollment and developer mode on an Acer Chromebook?
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Where is the BIOS write protection screw in the HP Chromebook 14-db0500sa? [duplicate]

I am trying to completely trash my Chromebook and install linux mint on it instead of ChromeOS. I have followed some tutorials on similar HP Chromebooks. I have removed what I think is the write-...
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Chromebook Linux Hypnos Lullaby V2

Ok so I have linux on my chromebook and I cd title && wine title.exe --disable-frame-limit but I do this with Hypnos Lullaby but even though it works with every mod I've tried so far it just ...
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How do I change the units for measured distances in Google Maps on ChromeOS?

In the Google Maps app included with ChromeOS, the "Measure Distance" feature seems to always want to use miles no matter where you're at. How do you change this?
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Does anyone know any other way to disable forced enterprise enrollment on a Chromebook 3100 (dell if it helps)? [duplicate]

I've tried doing: esc+refresh+power and then getting into dev mode but it says disabled tried using the chrome recovery tool on USB after, I tried to unscrew the bottom and take out the battery for a ...
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What file types can a chromebook run?

Considering that on my school chromebook, (.exe, .targz, .rar, etc) file types cannot be run, i want to know what filetypes the apps are from in the playstore, since i do not have direct access to ...
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Is there a way to open .exe file extensions on Chrome OS without developer mode or exe-opening apps?

I have a Chromebook on which Linux Beta 2.0 is disabled by the administrator and there is no other way to open .exe. Any tips?
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Im using a Chromebook 11 3180 and i want to make it so my touchpad stops twitching

Its a chromebook 11 3180. Its also twitchy. What im trying to say is that my mouse pointer keeps twitching, and sometimes does not respond at all even when I do "press esc multiple times and then ...
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My Chromebook has no "calendar" option in chrome://flags so how would I add a calendar widget to my system shelf?

I need a calendar widget. Not my own calendar, just a regular calendar showing months and days of the week. But none of the instructions I've found online for adding a calendar widget to the system ...
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Does CrOS have an equivalent to Window's Task Manager/Process Explorer, in the context of hung system remediation?

So in Windows, when the system starts to hang and say, .e.g., folders are stuck in unresponsive state. We can invoke Task Manager/Process Explorer directly via shortcut input Alt+Ctrl+Del, kill ...
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How can I determine how many amps I need to power/charge my Chromebook

The power supply that came with my Chromebook died recently and I've had a hella time just to find a charger that's just right for it. When studying different recommendations from different sources it ...
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Chromebook won't charge

My chromebook won't charge properly, so I'm trying to figure out if the problem is with the battery itself, or with the charger. It's an Acer Chromebook 314, and I've had it for about 1.5 years. ...
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How can I export cookies, local storage, and other site data from Chrome OS?

I have a Chromebook that's not in developer mode. I'm looking to migrate all of its data to a new computer. I've figured out how to get most of it, but I'm not sure of a good way to get site data, e.g....
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How can I repair the BIOS on a chromebook

I was installing the BIOS on my Chromebook to replace ChromeOS with Windows and I lost internet connection before the process was complete I turned off the Chromebook now it won't turn on how can I ...
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Best solution for dual monitor using chrome book and desktop computer

I'm looking for the best solution for a home working setup that comprises of a desktop computer and a Chromebook. I would like to share dual monitors and a single keyboard and mouse between the 2 ...
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crouton failed chromebook HP G! 11

I try to install crouton on my HP x360 G1 EE chromebook with intel N3350 processor and it gives me this error: /usr/bin/ld: cannot find -lcras collect2: error: ld returned 1 exit status Failed to ...
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how to flash a user friendly bios to a chromebook hp 14

this article was just great BIOS Write-Protect Screw HP Chromebook 14 esp jonathan's answer. amazing as far as that article goes, i couldn't / didn't make a recovery 'key' for the bios chromebook is: ...
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Linux on Chromebook keyboard issue

I saw the 3 year old question about Arch Linux which doesn't have an answer yet. I'm having the same issue of the onboard keyboard not working with current OpenSUSE LEAP on a Samsung XE500C13. If I ...
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ChromeOS: How to go to last (or nth last) window?

When I click the Chrome Icon, I can see a sorted list (creation time) of Chrome Windows. What's an easy way to Alt-Tab to the chosen window (eg the last one)? (The order shown when I hit Alt-Tab is of ...
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Chrome book downloads

How do I protect chrome book downloads. I had a close call w/ forgetting my old password and erasing all local data. I’ve since signed on successfully and want to preserve downloads and local data
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How do I clone a system with a drive using a folder as its mount point to another identical setup?

So I am trying to come up with a reproducible solution involving old Chromebooks and windows 10. One of the major limits of these devices is, for most, small primary storage that cannot be trivially ...
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does anybody know how to remove the enterprise enrollment on Dell Chromebook 11 3000 [duplicate]

I am currently not enrolled in the school that gave me this Chromebook but I was allowed to keep it and I cannot do much on the computer because it has enterprise enrollment for lausd on the ...
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Firmware ChromeOS HP x360 write protection

I have an HP x360 2022 Chromebook. Where is the write protection screw placed on the motherboard in this model? I'd like to install Windows 10 with MrChromebox.
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Removing crostini feels like it its installed

So I decided to uninstall crostini and it felt like it got installed again, but maybe it tried to reinstall. So I checked crostini i think and it didnt have a button to start it up. Pls help.
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Audio driver for HP chromebook 14a-na0216ng on Windows 10

I wanted to ask where i can find an audio driver for HP Chromebook 14a-na0216ng which is currently reinstalled on Windows. I found all the other drivers but i can not find an audio one.. The sound ...
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Chrome OS on x86 with CR50, how to enable closed case debug (CCD)?

I have a HP HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook, Bard Name ELEMI. According to https://mrchromebox.tech/#devices writeprotection Method is CR50. So you can either open the device unplug battery or use a SuzyQ ...
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Can I use the full capacity of an external storage drive larger than 2TB with legacy BIOS?

I have an Acer C720P Chromebook running Gallium OS. I'm fairly new to Linux so this is my first time navigating hardware compatibility issues. I'm interested in configuring the machine as a Plex ...
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Chrome book with mobile data , how to track

My chrome book has a att phone number , doesn’t show up in chrome to track but pinged mobile data this am, how do I find that location?
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