Optimizing your ChromeOS deployment
We're excited to share the "Getting Started with ChromeOS Deployment Guide." This comprehensive guide is an invaluable read for anyone looking to successfully deploy and manage ChromeOS within their organization. Whether you're just starting your ChromeOS journey or looking to refine your existing setup, this guide offers practical insights and best practices. It covers everything from initial deployment strategies, including project kick-off and infrastructure configuration, to defining policies and managing apps and extensions. You'll find detailed guidance on: Network and Wi-Fi Setup: Ensuring seamless connectivity for your devices. Device Enrollment: Understanding both manual and zero-touch enrollment methods. Policy Considerations: Key aspects to consider for effective management. App and Extension Management: Streamlining your software ecosystem. User Adoption and Change Management: Strategies to support your users through the transition, including governance, readiness, communications, and training. This guide is packed with detailed checklists and recommendations, providing a structured approach to your ChromeOS deployment. It also offers resources for ongoing support and troubleshooting, making it a go-to resource for a smooth and efficient transition to ChromeOS. Dive in and empower your enterprise with the full potential of ChromeOS! You can access the guide here: Getting Started with ChromeOS Deployment GuideEssential settings and configurations in Chrome Enterprise Upgrade
Let's explore some important settings and configurations to help you manage your ChromeOS devices effectively with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade. Now that you've got the basics down, we'll dive into some key administrative tasks and policies to enhance your experience. If you haven’t yet, check out “” article before continuing reading. Setting Device and User/Browser Policies Policies are configured within the Admin Console. There are various policies that allow you to control and manage various aspects of your ChromeOS devices and user experiences. Consider applying the following popular, useful policies: Security policies: Password manager, Lid close action, Power management, Geolocation, and more. Sign-in Settings: Sign-in screen, Device wallpaper, Single sign-on, and more. User Experience policies: Download location, Form auto-fill, Payment methods, and More. For more detailed explanations of the policies available, check out this article. Ensuring Devices Remain Managed: Forced Re-enrollment By default, wiped ChromeOS devices automatically re-enroll into the account without requiring user credentials. This feature, known as forced re-enrollment, ensures that devices remain managed and policies are consistently enforced. Guidance is available on how to turn forced re-enrollment on or off. More information on forced re-enrollment is available here. Controlling Device Access with Sign-in Restrictions Sign-in restrictions allow you to manage which users can sign in to your managed devices. The available options are: Restrict sign-in to a list Allow any user to sign in Do not allow any user to sign-in More information on configuring sign-in restrictions is available here. Blocking Websites You can prevent users from accessing specific URLs, domains, and IP addresses. This is done through website blocking configurations. More information and a step-by-step guide can be found here. Managing Device Updates Devices automatically check for and download updates when connected to Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Administrators can manage ChromeOS updates for the organization. Full OS updates are generally released roughly every 4 weeks. Minor updates, such as security fixes, are released every 2–3 weeks. Guidance on configuring and customizing update schedules is available here. Configuring Apps and Extensions Administrators can set policies for specific web apps, Chrome apps, or supported Android apps. For example, you can force-install an app and pin it to users' Chrome taskbar. More information, step-by-step instructions, and a video tutorial are available. By understanding and utilizing these essential settings and configurations, you can effectively manage your ChromeOS environment with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade.Your first steps with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade
This article will walk you through the initial, straightforward steps of setting up and managing your ChromeOS devices with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade. We'll cover everything from getting started with the Admin console and enrolling your devices to finding helpful support resources and assisting your users with the transition to ChromeOS. Where to begin? Starting with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade is straightforward. Follow these simple steps: Signing up: Begin by signing up for a Trial for Chrome Enterprise Upgrade, either on our website, or directly from the Admin Console if you already have access. Accessing the admin console: The Admin console is your central hub for managing ChromeOS devices. Access it to get started. Using the setup guides: Inside the Admin console, you'll find interactive Setup guides. These guided tutorials will help you navigate the setup process. Locate them by navigating to "Devices > Chrome > Setup Guide" in the left-hand menu. How to start managing ChromeOS devices: Enrollment Enrollment is the key to managing your ChromeOS devices. Helping your users adopt ChromeOS If your users are new to ChromeOS and Chromebooks, here’s the Employee Adoption Kit that you can use to help your users learn more and answer their questions. Getting help and support Need help? But here’s how to find additional support: Contact support: Here’s a quick overview on how to get in touch with support if you’re experiencing any issues. Talk with an expert: If you’re still in the Trial phase and need more support evaluating the solution you can complete this form to Talk with an Expert for more personalized assistance and solution validation.
