Logging into ChromeOS (such as Chromebook)

Environment

ChromeOS, Chromebook, U-M Google account

Issue

How should I log into ChromeOS, or with a Chromebook?

Resolution

  • We recommend you log in to ChromeOS devices (like a Chromebook) with a personal account, and not your U-M Google (umich.edu) account.
  • You cannot use a PIN to login with a Chromebook, if using a U-M Google account.
  • U-M Google accounts do not have Wallet enabled, so you cannot access the Play Store and apps, even if they are free.
  • If you login with a personal account onto the device, you can open a Gmail webpage and switch that page to your U-M Google mail account.

Additional Information

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Article ID: 7277
Created
Thu 2/24/22 3:17 PM
Modified
Wed 9/13/23 10:32 AM