WCPSS Logo

Standards for Donated Computer Hardware

In order to provide computer related support to our schools in an effective and efficient manner, it is important that the computers across the district are based on a set of approved standards.

Please check the following minimum requirements for donated computers prior to accepting equipment for use in your school.   These requirements change from time to time so it is always best to check with the Help Desk to ensure compatibility and supportability.

    

Minimum Requirements for Donated Equipment:
RAM 1 GB
Processor Speed P4 1.4 GHz equivalent or higher
Hard Drive Size 40 GB
Operating System Windows XP Pro (or upgradeable Windows XP Home Edition or higher – schools are responsible for cost of any needed OS upgrades.)
Other DVD Drive
Network Must have an installed network card that attaches to a network with a network cable – (USB wireless network access devices are excluded)

NOTES:

  • Computers that do not meet the minimum standards listed above may be used as stand-alone computers ONLY and are NOT supported by the Technology Services Division. Stand-alone computers are not to be connected to the WCPSS network. As mentioned above, school staff will be responsible for purchasing any operating system licenses needed to comply with the above referenced requirements unless supplied by donor.

School personnel are strongly encouraged to contact the Help Desk and request assistance in evaluating donated equipment prior to its acceptance.  Computer specifications will need to be reviewed to determine if an image for the make/model in question is already in existence or if one will need to be created (school must be receiving a minimum of 10 donated, identical make/model computers for an image to be created).