How Do I Determine Which Chromebook Model I Have?

Each Chromebook is unique. Certain new Chromebooks are eligible for up to eight years of upgrades, which was not the case with older Chromebook models. Some models support Linux, while others do not; some models support Android applications, while others do not; and, most crucially, each model has its own set of requirements. Therefore, if you wish to check the Chrome OS expiration date on your Chromebook, confirm its Linux support, or sell it, knowing the model number is critical. There are numerous methods for determining the model number of your Chromebook. Here are three examples.

Before We Begin

Before we get too geeky, here are a few simple methods for determining the Chromebook model number.

• Examine the package or box in which your Chromebook was delivered. There is a significant likelihood that the model number will be printed on the package itself.
• Examine the base of your Chromebook. The model number for the majority of Chromebooks is printed on the rear or on a sticker.
• Examine your Chromebook's shopping history on the platform from which you acquired it. The model number should be listed in the product description.

If none of these methods resolve your issue, here are some other methods for determining the model number and characteristics of your Chromebook.

How to Determine Which Chromebook Model I Have

Let's begin with the simplest choice.

1. Recovering a Chromebook Using the Chromebook Recovery Utility

Chromebook Recovery Utility is a Chrome addon designed to assist you in creating recovery discs for your Chromebook. However, we are here to take advantage of the additional feature it provides.

1. On your Chromebook, install the Chromebook Recovery Utility Chrome Extension.

2. After that, click the Extensions icon in the Chrome browser's upper right corner and select the Chromebook Recovery Utility option.

3. This will open a new window with the utility. Simply click the Get Started button in the Utility window's bottom right corner.

4. It will prompt you to enter the model number of your Chromebook, but it also provides an easy way to locate it. Simply click on the codename next to "Enter for this Chromebook".

5. Once complete, you should be able to locate the model number of your Chromebook beneath the Chromebook image on the right.

2. Find on About Page

Searching for the chrome://system will open the About page of your Chromebook where you can find everything related to your Chromebook like Chrome OS version, the codename of your Chromebook, serial number, firmware numbers, hardware, platform details, etc. along with the model number.

1. Just open your Chrome browser and enter chrome://system and press Enter.

2. On the About Chrome Page, just press Ctrl+F and search for model_name with an underscore in between.

3.It will scroll down and display the Chromebook's model number.

3. Using the Chrome Extension for Cog

The other two methods in the list should resolve the issue, but if you are unable to locate your Chromebook's model number on the about system page, try the Cog extension.

1. From the Chrome Web Store, install the Cog Chrome Extension.

2. Now, from the app drawer, open the Cog app.

3. Here, you should be able to view the hardware specifications for your device in a simple UI. Simply note the processor's name (CPU) and the amount of RAM installed (memory).

4. At this point, you can conduct a fast Google search to locate your Chromebook. Simply enter the manufacturer of your device + the name of your Chromebook + the processor name.

For instance, in my case, I can simply type HP Chromebook Intel Celeron N4020 CPU into Google. This should provide product results from e-commerce websites such as Amazon, the manufacturer's website, and so forth. This should locate the model number; if not, you can restrict your search by including the screen size, RAM size, and other details.

Identifying the Model Number of Your Chromebook

Once you've identified your Chromebook's model, you can determine whether it supports Linux, Android apps, or when your laptop will receive an update. Google keeps a list of all Chromebooks and their expiration dates, which you may use to check them out. You can also check the expiration date with the current updates by opening Settings > About Chrome OS > Additional Details and looking for the date under the Update Schedule option.