MacGregor SHS has negotiated with a number of vendors education pricing for high quality, fit-for-purpose computers.
These
arrangements were formed to make the process of choosing and buying a BYOx device
easier for parents, and to give parents the peace of mind that these
devices are ready to enable learning.
Given the highly dynamic school environment, it is strongly recommended that an Accidental
Damage insurance (a.k.a. ADP - Accidental Damage Protection) is purchased or included with your purchase to protect your valuable asset.
Summary of benefits if you purchase from these BYOx vendors:
- A reliable device with quality parts that appeal to business users, not gamers nor general consumers. This usually translates into longer usable life and less random issues;
- An efficient device that lowers the technical hurdles for quality learning;
- Each offered device houses a stylus that allows natural note-taking, annotation and formula writing. Research evidence suggests this leads to better knowledge retention when compared to typing;
- Backed by 3-year warranty with
priority, next-business-day onsite service (optionally bundled with ADP in HP portal);
- A supported device (with proof of purchase) can be dropped to the school Tech Connect located in F Block where we can assist with organising a repair, pick up and return for warranty claims.
Is my existing computer suitable?
Due to rapid computing development, a device more than 3 years old generally struggles with demand of today, mainly due to aged components. Please refer to the Minimum Device Specifications for recommendations, if unsure, our IT staff offer practical advice on the
suitability of your device in the school environment. Please send photos
of the device in a detailed email including below information to IT@macgregorshs.eq.edu.au
Email Subject: Check Specs - Existing Computer
Please include these information in the email: student name, year level, selected subjects, computer brand and serial number.
BYOx Vendor Portals
Disclaimers:
- The
Device Portal websites referred to above contain information and
content supplied by above third party vendors. MacGregor State High
School is not associated or affiliated with any third party vendors.
- MacGregor State High School is not responsible for the content, products or services offered through vendors' website.
- The
availability of these portals does not constitute an endorsement or
recommendation by MacGregor State High School of any particular vendor,
model, brand, product or service.
- MacGregor State High School is
not a party to any transactions undertaken through these websites. Any
transaction is purely between your chosen vendor and yourself, and you
are advised to read the disclosure statements and terms and conditions
from the vendor that you have selected.
- Your chosen vendor
should be contacted directly for all enquiries, including sales support,
after-sales and technical support, warranty and insurance claims.