Computers 4 Kids (C4Kids) Basics
Request Computers for Your School
Your district’s technology coordinator or designee must originate a C4K request. Here’s the breakdown for computer distribution based on the student enrollment total for each building:
- 1 to 400 – 12 computers.
- 401 to 800 – 24 computers.
- 801+ – 36 computers.
C4K Request Forms — Single or Multiple Buildings
State Standard for C4K Computers
All C4K computers are configured to meet state the state standards. Most
machines will arrive without an operating system.
PC Specifications
- Dell and HP brands.
- Intel Core i3, i5, i7 series processor.
- Supports Windows 7 or higher by default.
- Most PCs can be upgraded and are supported by Microsoft for Windows 10.
- Minimum 4 GB RAM and 80 GB hard drive.
- Typical specifications are 8 GB RAM and 250 GB hard drive.
- DVD R/RW drive, USB ports, onboard Ethernet NIC, and onboard sound.
- Aftermarket video card included, pending we have adapter cables
available.
- 17-24 inch LCD flat panel. The supply of monitors varies with
refurbished systems. If we can't match each computer with a monitor, we'll
reduce the price to $22.
- Keyboards and mice included with desktops if requested, pending
availability.
Laptop Specifications
- Dell and HP brands.
- Intel Core i3, i5, i7 series processor.
- Supports Windows 7 or higher by default.
- Most laptops can be upgraded and are supported by
Microsoft for Windows 10.
- Minimum 8 GB RAM and 160 GB hard drive.
- Typical Specifications are 8-16 GB RAM and 250, 320, or
500 GB hard drive.
- DVD R/RW drive, USB ports, Wi-Fi, onboard Ethernet NIC,
and onboard sound.
- VGA or HDMI video output.
- 13-15 inch display
iPad Specifications
- iPad 2 or higher, 9.7" form factor
- Supports iOS 9 or higher
Printer Specifications
- Lexmark or HP monochrome laser printer — minimum speed 6 pages per
minute
Waiting Lists
- We distribute PCs and laptops surplused by Department of Enterprise Services (DES) as they come off lease. DES Waitlist.
- We also distribute computers to needy school districts once they have been refurbished at the Airway Heights Correctional Center in Spokane. AHCC Waitlist.
We update the list every month. Make your request and watch your waitlist.
Brand Choice
We can’t guarantee brand, however we try to match brands, and other specifications if possible, on each shipment. All computer systems meet or exceed minimum standards. If there are multiple brands in stock when your school name comes up on the list, you might get a choice.
C4K Background
Enabled with
RCW 43.19.19191,
the C4K program makes it possible to donate state-owned, surplus computers and computer-related equipment to any
public school district or educational service district in Washington state.
Equipment designated for C4K must meet the state’s minimum configuration standards. Configuration standards, and program and distribution guidelines were developed by staff at OSPI, the departments of Corrections and Enterprise Services, K-12 school districts and educational service districts.
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