CLICC ChromeBooks

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Last updated: Apr 27, 2022
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Lending Policies

Loan Periods

ChromeBooks loaned to patrons are due 7 days after the loan date at 6:00 PM.

If 7 days after the loan date the Library is closed:

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The loan will be due on the last day the Library is open prior to the due date.

Example: If a patron checks out a ChromeBook the Friday before Thanksgiving, the equipment will be due the following Wednesday since the Library is closed 7 days after the due date (Friday) and 6 days after the due date (Thursday).

If the due date falls on a day the Library closes before 6:00 PM:

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The equipment will be due by the time the lending location where the ChromeBook was loaned closes.

Library opening dates and hours:

Can be found for Powell Library (CLICC Laptop Lending) online.

Renewal Policies

Patrons are able to renew their ChromeBooks so their loan lasts a total of 14 days.

Please note: Due dates after a renewal will be affected by the policies above regarding days the lending locations are closed and close early.

If a patron needs a ChromeBook for more than 14 days:

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The patron will need to

  1. Return to the lending location
  2. Return the ChromeBook
  3. Check it out again

How to renew a ChromeBook online:

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  1. Visit the UC Library Search portal
  2. In the top right, click the "My Library Account" button
    1. If you are already logged in, your name will appear there and skip to Step 5 below
  3. When prompted, click "UCLA Users"
  4. Enter your credentials
  5. Click on your name in the top right hand corner
  6. In the drop-down menu that appears, click "My Loans"
  7. From the loans, find the "CLICC ChromeBook" and proceed with the renewal

Using a ChromeBook

Files on ChromeBooks

Save files by:

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  • Logging into g.ucla.edu, UCLA Box, or any other cloud storage to save your files online
  • Using the Files app to save or open files and then transferring those files to a USB drive

PLEASE NOTE: Chromebooks do not have much storage capacity, and CLICC Chromebooks wipe all local data when you exit your session or turn off the computer.

Avoid losing locally saved files by:

  • Not exiting your session, which occurs when a ChromeBook turns off
  • Closing the lid only will keep your settings and locally stored date, but will put the ChromeBook to sleep

PLEASE NOTE: If you close the lid to retain files and settings, make sure to keep the ChromeBook charged. If it turns off, all locally saved files will be wiped and settings reset.

Access files, apps, and more from the "Search Menu" by:

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Pressing the "Search" key or clicking on the "Search" button in the bottom-left corner of the screen to access:

  • Local files
  • Applications installed on the computer
  • Chrome OS settings
Using Advanced Applications on ChromeBooks

Patrons can access more advanced applications by using the CLICC Virtual Desktop

All CLICC Chromebooks come with Citrix Workspace installed, which you may use to access a CLICC Virtual Desktop.

CLICC Virtual Desktops are Windows desktops with dozens of licensed applications installed, which you may use from any computer as long as you have Internet and UCLA credentials!

If you need to use one of the applications on the CLICC Virtual Desktop, follow this guide to get started with your CLICC Virtual Desktop right from your Chromebook!

Patrons can access Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) by:

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