As of February 2012, the Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) will accept donated equipment with the following minimum configuration:

PCs

• 2.0 GHz multi-core processor
• 2.0 GB RAM
• Internal CD reader, DVD reader, or CD/DVD writer
• 10/100 NIC installed

Preferred but not required:

• Monitor: 17"+ flat panel
• Brand: Dell, HP or Lenovo/IBM

Other

• Laser printers (networked preferred)
• DLP or LCD data projectors (2400+ lumen)
• Document cameras
• Student response devices
• Interactive whiteboards (brand: Smart or Promethean)

Process to Donate

1. Anyone wishing to donate equipment, or District staff receiving donations, should call the MMSD Technical Services Help Desk at 663-5853. Ask to speak with a Help Desk Supervisor about donating equipment.
2. Donated equipment should be handled per the Supervisor's instructions and be shipped to:
   MMSD Central Receiving
   4711 Pflaum Road
   Madison WI 53718
   (608) 204-6801
3. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact a HelpLine Supervisor at 663-5853.

Due to disposal costs, the district cannot accept equipment that does not meet the minimum standards or that is not approved by MMSD Technical Services prior to pick-up or delivery.

If accepted, donated equipment will be given a District property Asset Tag, delivered to the destination site and placed into service. Donors will receive letters of appreciation. Our students greatly appreciate your help!!

Your donation benefits children and staff at all grade levels and is eligible for a tax-deduction.

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