July 12, 2023

Guide: Removing Chromebooks from Google Console

If you need to remove Chromebooks from the Google Console before selling them, follow this step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Access Google Admin Console

Ensure that you have administrative access to the Google Admin Console. This will allow you to manage and remove Chromebook devices from your institution’s console.

Step 2: Gather Chromebook Information

Collect the necessary information about each Chromebook, including the serial number or asset tag. You can find this information on the back of the device or in the Chromebook’s settings.

Step 3: Sign in to Google Admin Console

To remove Chromebooks from the Google Admin Console, follow these steps:

  1. Open a web browser and navigate to the Google Admin Console website.
  2. Sign in using your administrative account credentials.

Step 4: Locate Chromebooks to Remove

In the Google Admin Console, locate the Chromebooks you wish to remove. You can do this by searching for the serial number or asset tag in the search bar or by browsing through the list of devices.

Step 5: Remove Chromebooks from Google Console

To remove Chromebooks from the Google Admin Console, follow these steps:

  1. Select the Chromebooks you want to remove by checking the corresponding checkboxes next to their names.
  2. Look for an option such as “Remove,” “Unenroll,” or “Deactivate.” Click on it.
  3. Confirm your selection when prompted to complete the removal process.

Step 6: Verify Removal

After removing the Chromebooks from the Google Admin Console, it’s essential to confirm that the devices are no longer associated with your institution’s console. You can do this by following these steps:

  1. Power on one of the removed Chromebooks.
  2. When prompted to sign in, select the “Browse as Guest” or “Guest Mode” option.
  3. Open the Chrome browser and enter the following URL: chrome://policy.
  4. If you see any policies related to your institution or organization, it means the removal process was not successful. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for these devices, if necessary.

By following these steps, you can remove Chromebooks from the Google Admin Console and ensure that they are ready to be sold without any association with your institution’s console. Remember to verify the removal status for each device to confirm a successful removal.