Troubleshooting WiFi - Chromebook


This article assists with troubleshooting the WiFi connection on your Chromebook. Also included are links to support resources.

Overview

Dozens of computer manufacturers make Chromebooks, but they all run the same operating system, so the steps for troubleshooting wireless connection problems are the same on all Chrome OS devices.

Use this guide if you're having any of the following Wi-Fi issues:

Enable WiFi

Make sure Wi-Fi is enabled.

  1. Open your Chromebook's settings
  2. look under the Network section to find Wi-Fi.
  3. Ensure the toggle switch beside Wi-Fi is on.
  4. You can also select the Wi-Fi icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen to view your connections.

Review the WiFi Settings by Device (UAWiFi) knowledge article for the latest WiFi settings. 

Reset Connection

If you can't access the internet even though your Chromebook is connected to Wi-Fi, you may need to reset your connection.

  1. Go into your Wi-Fi settings
  2. Choose the network
  3. Select Disconnect
  4. Reconnect your device using the Chromebook settings.
Hard Reset

To perform a hard reset:

Press and hold the Refresh key + Power simultaneously, then release Refresh when your Chromebook boots.

Note: A hard reset may delete any locally stored files you have downloaded, so save anything you want to keep to your Cloud Storage.

Support Resources

For more options on troubleshooting Chromebooks, visit Lifewire.

For IT support and general inquiries, contact the 24/7 Support Center.