Recommended Specifications
All devices need have these specifications in order to be able to function as an educational device at our school:
Device types
Windows or Apple devices with a mimimum screen size of 7 inches
- laptop
- tablet with keyboard attached
- convertible device
Operating system
These operating systems are acceptable:
- Microsoft Windows 7 or newer
- Apple MacOS X 10.6 or newer
- Apple iOS 6 or newer
Android based software is not suitable.
Wireless capability
802.11n 5Ghz
This may be advertised as dual band wireless or 802.11abgn.
The departments wireless network installed in high schools only operates on the 802.11n 5Ghz standard.
If your device does not meet this standard you will not be able to connect to the network.
Storage capacity
The device should be able to hold at least these amounts of data:
Random access memory
RAM capacity for your device should be at least:
Battery
The battery life should be at least six hours.
Anti-virus software
Your device should have up-to-date anti-virus protection.
Accessories
It is recommended that you have:
- a protective case or cover
- a keyboard for tablet devices.
Software
The device should have this software installed to allow you to participate:
- web browser
- word processor
- spreadsheet package
- presentation software
- photo editing and drawing software
Microsoft and Adobe have negotiated with the department to provide students with some software for free on their BYOD device for details visit our techhub.
