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Neverware Install Link : https://www.neverware.com/freedownload#home-edition-install
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Choose a laptop. Before you begin, use the Certified Model Finder on Neverware’s website to make sure the laptop is compatible with the CloudReady software. It must also have at least 2GB of memory (RAM), which won’t be a big problem for most laptops manufactured in recent years.
If you don’t have an old laptop lying around, you can use the tool to identify models for purchase on eBay or elsewhere. There are about 350 options from companies like Acer, Apple, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Toshiba on the list.
If the computer you own isn’t on the list, you can still give the installation process a try, but proceed with caution. “There is a good chance that it will still work with CloudReady,” Neverware notes on the website. “However, uncertified models may have unstable behavior, and our support team cannot assist you with troubleshooting.”
Either way, it’s a good idea to back up the laptop before starting the conversion process, just in case you need to retrieve something that was on it.
2: Download the software. You need to create a CloudReady installer using a USB thumb drive with at least 8GB of memory. Neverware’s USB Maker software will guide you through the process, which takes about 20 minutes.
It’s easiest to do this from the Chrome browser on a functioning Windows computer. It does not have to be the computer you plan to install CloudReady on.
Neverware suggests avoiding USB drives made by SanDisk, which perform inconsistently in this application.
If you don’t have access to a Windows computer and must use a Mac or a Chromebook, follow the instructions on this page.
3. Begin the installation. Plug the CloudReady USB installer into the computer you want to convert to a Chromebook, making sure the device is turned off.
The next step is model-specific. Power on the machine while tapping or pressing the “special boot” key repeatedly.
On my Acer, I had to tap the F12 key when the Acer logo appeared on the screen, which is the case on most Windows models, except for HP, where you need to tap the F9 key. On an Apple laptop, you hold the Option key when the computer first turns on. For details specific to your laptop, check the CloudReady Installer page under “Initiate Custom Boot.”
4. Boot from the USB. If you follow the directions above, a monochrome menu will appear on your screen listing several boot options. Use the arrow and enter keys on your keyboard to select the USB device with the CloudReady installer on it. It’s likely to be called USB Device, USB Installer, or a brand name that corresponds with the USB stick.
If you installed it correctly, you’ll soon see a white screen with the CloudReady logo.
5. Install the CloudReady software. Follow the installation instructions for the Home Edition.
Once you get to the welcome screen, click on the tiny digital clock on the bottom right of the screen, then select “Install OS” on the next menu.
You’ll receive a warning to back up all data on the device, because continuing the installation will wipe everything on the hard drive clean.
At that point, click on “Install CloudReady.”
You’ll get yet another warning about backing up the data.
Click on the box that says “Erase hard drive and install CloudReady.”
At this point, it will take 5 to 20 minutes to install the software. When the installation is complete, the machine will power down. Note that the display may dim or turn off first, so press a key on the keyboard to see if the laptop is truly powered off or simply sleeping.
Once you’re sure the machine is powered down, unplug the CloudReady USB Installer and power the device back on.
6. Set up your Chromebook. Begin by clicking on “Let’s Go” in the setup screen. You’ll be prompted to connect the computer to your WiFi network. (Have the name and password handy.)
When you’re done, click Next.
The following page allows you to choose whether to participate in Neverware’s anonymous data collection. You can opt out by unchecking the box on the lower left that says “Send Metrics to Improve CloudReady” and clicking “Continue.”
After that, sign in to your Chromebook using a Gmail address or an e-mail registered with G-Suite, and you’re ready to go.
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