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BYO Laptop Specifications
Recommended Models & Accessories
Prior to purchase, please review the recommended specifications listed below. Laptops that do not meet these requirements will not be accepted into our Digital Learning Programme. Be sure you understand the processes surrounding warranty, replacement and repair through your chosen retailer. For example, repairs undertaken by a non-Apple Authorised repair service will invalidate your Apple warranty.
Antivirus/Malware Solution
Chillisoft provide a discounted price on an Antivirus/Malware Solution, promotional code A276RP5PQ4. Please note this is for a new license discount - not a renewed license.
Note: Users must select ESET Antivirus from the options. A trial version is not acceptable. Alternatively, install a free version that is compatible with Apple and Windows, such as Antivirus for Mac or Antivirus for Windows.
The minimum technical requirements are:
| Item | Windows Specification | Apple Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Compulsory Requirement Anti-Virus and anti-spyware/malware software with on-going update subscription | Compulsory Requirement Anti-Virus and anti-spyware/malware software with on-going update subscription |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 8.1 and 10 based laptop. | Apple OS X Yosemite or greater MacBook Air or MacBook Pro |
| Processor | Mobile focused Intel Core i5 or i7 recommended | Intel Processor, as standard in current models |
| Main Memory/RAM | 8 GB minimum | 8 GB minimum |
| Hard Drive/HDD Or SSD | 256 GB minimum Hard Drive/HDD 256 GB minimum (SSD) With at least 75GB free for education software and data storage – Required | 256 GB minimum 256 GB minimum (SSD only) With at least 75GB free for education software and data storage – Required |
| External Ports | 2 (or more) x USB 2.0 with USB 1.1 support 1 x VGA out or 1 x Mini DisplayPort Note: HMDI out is not supported | As standard |
| Wireless Adapter | Wi-Fi compatible – Required Specification 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards support Note: 802.11 n/ac preferred WPA2 Enterprise support – Required Specification With OS integration, support for 802.1x EAP including EAPTLS support for Certificate Services and Smart Cards and 801.1x PEAP | As standard |
| Accessories | Mini DisplayPort to VGA adapter if device only supports Mini DisplayPort Note: Recommended | Mini DisplayPort to VGA adapter (non-Apple brand acceptable) Note: Requirement |
| Wireless Antenna | Wireless antenna 3Design specification of the wireless antenna for 2.5 and 5GHz radio frequencies |
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