Ready or not, back to school is here. Soon, tech-tastrophes will descend upon many a technology department. As more schools opt for in-house repairs through dedicated IT departments or student-led electives, preparing your workspace with a Chromebook repair tool kit is essential.

Today, we’ll outline everything your school needs to be ready to replace “oh-no” with “oh yes!” (Spoiler alert: it’s more than your standard screwdriver and pry tool). Before we dive in, let’s review why more schools choose in-house repairs.

 

Why In-House Repairs?

A popular choice amongst 1:1 Chromebook deployments, in-house repairs offer these benefits:

• Ease of repair: Since parts of a Chromebook are few, repairs are generally straightforward, making repairs ideal to perform in-house.
• Cost savings: Only pay for parts rather than labor and parts.
• Time savings: Get your devices back into your students’ hands faster.

 

Chromebook Repair Tool Kit Essentials

Here’s everything you need for a Chromebook repair tool kit to handle in-house repairs like a pro. You can grab our entire repair kit here.

Anti-Static Accessories

Anti-static accessories include an anti-static mat and an anti-static wrist strap. These accessories provide grounding and prevent static electricity discharge that can damage a unit’s motherboard. While they’re essential when handling motherboards, it’s highly recommended to incorporate these tools into your regular repair routine.

Organizers

Einstein famously quipped: “If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign?”

While it’s a great question to ponder, let’s agree the best workstation is organized, especially regarding Chromebook repairs. Work mats with organizers or containers can help you keep screws and components separated as needed. Bonus points if organizers are magnetic.

Incorporate a work mat with organizers but keep your motherboards protected by using it in conjunction with anti-static accessories.

Did you know? In a pinch or under tight budgets, you can use clean lids from food containers as quick, inexpensive organizers.

Tools

A good tool set is worth its weight in gold when performing Chromebook repairs. Here are the staples you’ll need:

• Screwdriver set – pick one with a magnetized head and changeable bits
• Spudgers/pry tools – a mix of metal and plastic preferred
• Tweezers

Other items that could be helpful are a carrying bag, eject pin, and ruler. Good thing our universal tool kit includes everything you’ll need for your in-house repairs.

Lighting

Easily overlooked leaving you in the dark, appropriate lighting will make seeing those teeny tiny screws and handling components so much easier. Shoot for LED lighting that can easily be moved, like our Flexible USB LED Light with Desk Clamp.

 

Let’s face it, back to school can be filled with tech-tastrophes 😱 We’re here to make sure you can conquer anything that comes your way. We’ll help you minimize downtime and stay within budget with our large inventory of Chromebook parts, buyback services, and more. Contact us today!