*Please keep in mind: Technology is typically outdated after 3-5 years. Our recommendations are based on basic school-related performance levels.

Gateway CPS BYOD System Recommendations – Required for students in grades 5 and up  

These specifications should work for most grade levels and classes; however, secondary electives such as Computer Science may have additional system requirements. 

● Processor (CPU) - Recommend: Intel Core i5 / AMD A6 or better; minimum: Intel Core i3 or equivalent 

● RAM - recommend: 8GB to 16GB; 4GB minimum 

● Storage - recommend: 250GB or larger SSD (solid state drive); minimum: 250GB HDD (hard drive) 

● Wi-Fi Adapter - Wi-Fi connectivity is required. 802.11a/b/g/n or 802.11ac/b/g/n recommended

● Multimedia capable - sound, mic, webcam are recommended

● Graphics card 

● Browser: Google Chrome required, plus one more such as Safari or Firefox 

● Anti-virus software installed - Malwarebytes is the highest recommended, (AVG, AVAST, Kaspersky, Bitdenfender, Windows Defender & Sophos are free, but it is highly recommended to purchase more comprehensive software) 

● Chromebooks are acceptable, but may not meet requirements for some higher grade level courses. Students taking Technology class in 6th grade or higher, computer science in grades 7-11, Music Theory, and Robotics use Adobe Creative Cloud, and chromebooks will not accept this program.

● iPads and other tablets present limitations and are not suitable for our learning environment.  

● Accidental coverage is recommended. 

● Microsoft Office is not required. 

● Charger/Power Adapter for computer (required for 5th/6th) 

● Computer with Keyboard (built in or detached, required for 5th/6th) 

● Earbuds/headphones (required for 5th/6th)

● Computer & Charger must be labeled with first and last name (required for 5th/6th) 

● Windows computers should be set to update outside of school hours. 

● Access to a printer throughout the school year 

● Lightweight is better to lighten the weight of backpacks. 

● We do not recommend a particular computer brand. When shopping for a new device, look at the specs and customer reviews to know what you are buying.