The following are the necessary requirements:

Devices

Students are welcome to bring their own device to school, connect to our wi-fi and use the internet to help with their learning but devices should meet the following specifications:

• Keyboard: Yes
• Ram:minimum 4GB
• Hard Drive: 64GB
• Screen Size: 10 inches diagonally
• Wireless: 11n 5Ghz
• Features: USB and 3.5mm Headphone capable
• Battery life: minimum 5 hours

There will be a number of devices available for boys to sign-out for use during the school day if they do not have one.

If BYOD presents a significant financial barrier for you, please contact Mrs Christine Swindells at swindellsch@timaruboys.school.nz and we will do our best to meet the needs of your family.

BYOD Digital Acceptance Use Contract

In order to access the school Wi-Fi, students must complete the BYOD Digital Acceptance Use Contract, available from the Student Office. This must be signed by Parents/Caregivers and the student and handed back to the Student Office.

BYOD Registration

To use a BYOD Device, students must register the WiFi MAC Address of their device at the Student Office or IT Department.