This information has been updated for 2025.
*NOT SUPPORTED: Chromebooks, Android, Windows 8.1 or older, Linux and Apple Devices. Devices with snapdragon chips. Windows 10 is end of life October 14, 2025 and therefore any device running Windows 10 after this date will also be unsupported
Park Ridge SHS provides both minimum (limited functionality) and recommended hardware requirements for BYOD. Specifications are for general study. More details can be found in the BYOD Buying Guide.
Parents are strongly advised to purchase a protective case, extended warranty and Accidental Damage Protection (ADP).
BYOD Information
Park Ridge has developed a useful buying guide to help parents choose an appropriate device for their child. Their are also flyers from our BYOD Portal partners. Refurbished devices are a good alternative to a brand new device and can be a cheaper option, keep in mind you get what you pay for and a refurbished device may not last long. If you are looking at a refurbished laptop we recommend checking out Substation 33 or Australian Computer Traders
BYOD Buying Guide.pdf
BYOD Options.pdf
HP Flyer
Computer Alliance BYOD Flyer.pdf
BYOD Portals
The school has partnered with retailers that offer suitable devices for school:
Why buy through our portals?
- All devices have been approved by our technical staff
- 0% interest 12-month payment plans available for most devices
- Some vendors offer devices designed specifically for education and are not available in retail stores
- Easy bundling of Accidental Damage Protection (considered essential)
- School based technical support, including repairs at school
- SPECIAL DEALS
Hardware Requirements
Minimum requirements |
Processor | Intel Pentium/Intel Core i3 (2020+ / 10th Gen+) |
Memory (RAM) | 8GB |
Battery
| 10+hrs Why is this number is so high?
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Screen Size | 10”+
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Resolution | 1280 x 1024
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Hard Drive | 128GB |
Network | Wi-Fi 5 (5Ghz 802.11ac)
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Operating System*
| Windows 11, Windows 10 Home/Pro
Mac/iOS (not recommended - high technical skill required)
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If minimum specifications are not met, we cannot guarantee connection to the school network and the device may experience issues performing the learning tasks.
*NOT SUPPORTED: Chromebooks, Android, Windows 8.1 or older, Linux and Apple Devices. Devices with snapdragon chips. Windows 10 is end of life October 14, 2025 and therefore any device running Windows 10 after this date will also be unsupported
Hire & scholarship options
Buying a new laptop can be done with a 12-month payment plan in most cases. However, if you are in financial difficulty Park Ridge SHS has
limited hire options available.
Families in extreme financial hardship may be able to apply for a scholarship loan device.
Purchase accessories at education pricing from the Qkr! app
QKR! is also available to order accessories online all year round. Simply download QKR! from your app store and search “Park Ridge State High School”
QKR! When your order is ready to collect, please ensure you bring your email confirmation with you to collect your order.