Bring Your Own Tablet Device

All computers are required to run a Windows operating system as there is software that will be given to students required to complete assignments. This software is only available on a Windows computer and teachers cannot instruct students how to use non-standard software. The iPad version of OneNote will not load textbook pages or assignments making it unusable in the classroom. Also, please make sure the device you choose has a good stylus as students have shown up and found out they couldn’t keep up in math, science, and other classes.

If you have any questions or need help choosing a laptop, please contact the helpdesk by phone (306) 732-1283 or email help@amcnd.on.spiceworks.com.

Below you will find information regarding Notre Dame’s “Bring Your Own Device” requirements & responsibilities:

Software Requirements

Windows

Windows 10 or Newer | Notre Dame will provide the students with all software needed for the Notre Dame academics. This will include a full Office 365 licence (Word, Excel, and OneNote) with 5 personal installs. With Office 365 each student will have 1000GB of cloud storage in OneDrive.

Device Requirements

Your computer must have the following:

Touch screen with Digitizing stylus
Physical Keyboard
Webcam and microphone
Min 8+ hours of battery life
Replacement Pen Tips and Batteries (if changeable)

Your computer should have the following:

15” or less screen for portability and desk space
8GB or more of RAM/Memory
2+ core 2GHz+ CPU
Quick Charge
Accidental Damage Protection*

*Notre Dame strongly recommends you get Accidental Damage Protection to protect your laptop from accidents and other students.

Repairs
Warranty Repairs

Notre Dame Help Desk is only trained to work on the Fujitsu laptops. If there is damage, the Help Desk will work with the student and the manufacture to have the laptop repaired. The Help Desk will package the laptop and have it shipped according to the manufacture suggestions by courier or Canada Post. All packaging and shipping costs will be charged to the student's account. The Help Desk will need approval from parents before initiating any repair costs.

Non-Warranty Repairs

If the laptop is not under warranty or you choose to have it repaired on your own the Help Desk can ship to any repair centre or drop off at a local centre in Regina. All packaging and shipping costs will be charged to the student's account. The Help Desk will need approval from parents before initiating any repair costs. There is no warranty offered on any Fujitsu device. The cost of parts and labour will be charged to the student's account. A parts price list from Fujitsu is available on request from the Help Desk.

During Repair

If a student needs their laptop repaired, the Help Desk will provide a loaner Fujitsu laptop. Any and all damages to the loaner device will be charged to the student account at the cost of parts. A receipt and documentation will be sent via OnCampus to parents and the student. In addition, the loaner must be returned within 3 months or the device will be considered purchased and charged to the student account.

Suggested Devices

You can find the most updated device list Here - https://notredame.myschoolapp.com/page/it?siteId=1162&ssl=1

Responsibilities

Help Desk

Notre Dame is responsible for making our network available to all students for schoolwork. The Help Desk will assist students in navigating the necessary software for their education. The Help Desk will provide a loaner Fujitsu laptop to students if their own laptop requires repair.

Students

The student is responsible for the care of their laptop and ensuring that it is in good condition for class. This means having it charged every day ready to go, and reporting/fixing anything that needs repair. If there is damage to the laptop, repair will be the expectation and responsibility of the student and parents. Students cannot opt out of using a laptop.

Help Desk Services

The Notre Dame Help Desk will be available for all students with any device. The Help Desk will troubleshoot with the student and help in fixing software problems. For hardware and warranty problems the Help Desk will work with the manufacturer or warranty provider to have the laptop repaired.

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