How to Re-Install Chrome OS on HP Chromebook 14 Using Network Recovery

Reinstalling Chrome OS on HP Chromebook 14

• 💡 This guide demonstrates the network recovery method for reinstalling Chrome OS on an HP Chromebook 14, as the USB drive method was unsuccessful.
• ⚠️ Ensure your Chromebook is plugged into charging and remains connected throughout the entire process.

Entering Recovery Mode

• 🔌 Before starting, shut down your Chromebook completely.
• 🔑 To enter recovery mode, simultaneously press and hold the Escape and Refresh keys, then briefly press the power button.
• ⏳ Continue holding the Escape and Refresh keys until the recovery screen appears.

Network Recovery Process

• 🌐 Select the option to recover using an internet connection and press Enter.
• 📶 Choose your Wi-Fi network from the available list and press Enter.
• ⌨️ Input your Wi-Fi password using the arrow keys and Enter key, then press Enter to confirm.
• ⏳ The recovery process will begin; click 'Next' and wait for it to complete, which may take a while and involve several device restarts.

Post-Installation Setup

• ✅ Once the recovery is complete and the Chromebook restarts, proceed with the initial setup, starting with selecting your language.
• ⚠️ If you encounter issues with network connectivity during setup, try reconnecting.
• 🚀 The system will check for and install updates.

Google Account and Login Options

• 💡 You can skip the Google account login if you do not have access to your previous account credentials.
• 🔑 It is possible to sign in with a different Google account than the one previously used on the device.
• ⚙️ After setup, you can configure settings like creating a PIN, skipping surveys, and opting out of phone connectivity.
• 🎉 The Chromebook will function correctly even without logging into the previously associated Google account.