How to do Zero Touch Enrollment (ZTE) for Chromebook

Zero Touch Enrollment (ZTE) It is a process of automatic enrollment of devices commonly used in Chromebook and Android, and what it does is allow IT administrators to enroll devices in a administration console without having to do it manually on each device.

He ZTE offers several benefits, such as time reduction and the cost associated with manual device enrollment, improved security through the application of uniform policies and simplification of device configuration and updating.

1. [Chromebook] Contactless Registration (ZTE)

As we have seen, the Zero Touch Enrollment It is an automatic registration for Chromebook devices. Basically it is a alternative to manual registration, where a pre-provisioning partner (manufacturer, distributor or reseller of the device) sends instructions to Google to automatically enroll a ChromeOS device in a customer's domain after a device turns on and connects to the Internet.

The process of Zero Touch Enrollment (ZTE) Chromebook It consists of the following steps:

1. Buy the ChromeOS device
2. Generate a token pre-provisioning
3. The authorized partner must register the device with Google
4. Then the device is sent to the user
5. The user turn on the device
6. Google confirms the device identity
7. The user can now log in

With these steps completed, your Chromebook devices will be automatically enrolled in the Google Device Management Console once they are turned on and connected to the Internet, and will be ready to be managed and configured to your needs.

2. Benefits of Zero Touch Enrollment

He Zero Touch Enrollment It is a useful tool for simplify management of Chromebook devices and improve efficiency and safety in the process.

Once the user receives the device, the process is very easy, you just have to connect, log in with your username and you can go. make use of the license. 

Furthermore, in terms of security, this process allows the identity of each device and prevents attackers from spoofing the identity of laptops. 

2.1. Faster and without manual configuration

By automatically enrolling devices in the Google device management console, he ZTE saves time and resources that would otherwise be spent manually enrolling each device. This is especially useful for organizations with large fleets of Chromebook devices.

Furthermore, the Zero touch enrollment reduces the amount of time and effort required to get them up and running, improving the user experience and increasing productivity.

2.2. Devices ready before turning on for the first time

By using a predefined configuration, the ZTE ensures that all devices are configured and updated uniformly, helping to ensure the compatibility and the security.

23. Security configured

By automating the enrollment process, ZTE reduces the likelihood of human errors that could compromise device or network security. Furthermore, by requiring the authentication Google Workspace, ensures that only authorized users can access devices.

3. How to do Zero Touch Enrollment for Chromebook?

3.1. Option 1: Contact an Authorized Partner*

If you want to automatically activate devices, the best option is to do it through an authorized partner that offers this service. 

At uCloud we are authorized partners and we can help you deploy the entire process on one or more devices. Or you can access the list of all authorized partners in each country and contact them. 

3.2. Option 2: do manual enrollment

To enforce device policies that you set up in your Google Admin console, you must register ChromeOS devices. Each enrolled device follows the policies you set until you delete or unregister it.

Chrome OS devices that include Chrome Enterprise Upgrade or Chrome Education Upgrade automatically prompt users to sign up after accepting the end-user license agreement. 

Register devices manually

1. Turn on the device and follow the on-screen instructions until you see the login screen. Don't log in yet. If you see the registration screen instead of the login screen, go to Step 4.
2. If you're enrolling a Chromebook tablet, tap Email or Phone. Then, tap ?More? Switch to full layout to open the on-screen keyboard.
3. Open the registration screen. At the bottom of the login screen, click Business Enrollment.
   Or, for Chrome Enterprise Upgrade or Chrome Education Upgrade, use the keyboard shortcut keys. Press Ctrl+Alt+E.
4. Enter the username and password.
5. If prompted, enter the asset ID and location.
6. For devices running ChromeOS version 103 or earlier, click Next.
7. For devices with ChromeOS version 104 or later:
   • Chrome Enterprise Upgrade or Chrome Education Upgrade: Click Enroll enterprise device.
   • Kiosk and Signage Update: Click Enroll Kiosk or Signage Device.
8. (Kiosk and Signage Update) Make sure you have selected the type of enrollment you want and click Confirm.
9. When you receive a confirmation message that the device has been successfully enrolled, click ?Done?

4. ZTE Compatible ChromeOS Devices

It is important to note that nor all devices Chrome OS Are compatible with ZTE. 

There are a number of manufacturers and specific models that they are compatible with automatic activation. You must enter the next list and check if your device is listed here, the date it was manufactured and the device ID (which depending on the manufacturer's brand may be a serial number, an ASUS identification number or a service tag).