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MCPS Technology Distribution Status | Español

DISTRIBUTION: STUDENT & STAFF

                                                                                                                                                                                                             

 HOURS:  CLOSED

Chromebook distribution at 45 W Gude, Rockville is permanently closed. Operations have resumed in school buildings. Please contact your child’s school regarding Chromebook repairs.

INVENTORY

Student loaner devices (C740) - IN stock (C740 is loaned for all models while repair is completed)

Student MiFi - IN stock (request options below)

REMINDER: Schools are to make the initial assignment of upgraded devices (PreK-5 & 9) - school specific info and checkout tool  here

MiFi REQUEST PROCESS

Student/Family Options:

  • Contact school to request a device
  • Parent signature required on permission form - translated copies here.
  • Schools can enter requests - use this form - requests are processed daily and can be picked up by school staff or delivered to the school for school distribution. Email confirmation will be sent on delivery day. Delivery turnaround time: 1-2 days.

REMINDER: One MiFi can support up to five students . We have a one device per family limit so we are able to provide to all who are in need. The MiFi device does not boost home internet; it is meant to provide internet service to those who do not have home internet options. MCPS Chromebooks are programmed to know the passwords and connect automatically. Directions here.

RETURNS: If a device is no longer needed it should be returned to the distribution center.

REASSIGNMENT: If a device is reassigned from one student to another please send the info via email to Melissa Morrow so the checkout records can be updated. Provide the ID of the student who no longer needs the device, the long serial number from the box ending in F (or a photo of the box), and the Student ID of the recipient.

PERMISSION FORMS can be returned to Melissa Morrow

  • Pony: 45 W. Gude Drive - Suite 3500
  • Scan and email
  • Cell phone photo (front & back) and email

DEVICE DAMAGE

Physical damage (intentional or accidental) to a device will result in a financial obligation. There is no fee for device malfunction, software issues, or hardware failure.

Chromebook Repair Sites. See here

Chromebook Repair Costs: See here

Chromebook Acceptable Use Policy: See here

Regulation IGT-RA: See here

DEVICE TROUBLESHOOTING

Chromebook: Chromebook Troubleshooting Guide

Special Ed laptop Troubleshooting Guide

MiFi: The MiFi device may need to be close to an outside wall or close to a window to receive stronger signal. If the device malfunctions, carefully remove the plastic back cover and remove the battery for 30 seconds, then reassemble. DO NOT press the reset button or the device will need to be returned to the distribution center for reprogramming. DO NOT call T-Mobile for support; they will also reset the device and it will need to be reprogrammed to be used again.

Student Accounts: Student Accounts and Access

TECHNICAL SUPPORT CONTACT INFO

Community/Family Support: CommunityTechSupport@mcpsmd.org or submit a ticket via the Community Tech Support portal (Support guide: English|Spanish)

Staff Support: Help_Desk@mcpsmd.org 

OR open a ticket in ServiceNow

OR call the Help Desk 301-517-5800

M-F 7am - 5pm

OTHER COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Meal Service Programs

MCPS Corona Virus Info

Office of Family Support and Engagement

Crisis Support Information:

MCPS Parent/Guardian Accounts and Access

Printing on a Chromebook at Home

Student Accounts and Access - Getting Started

Chromebook Troubleshooting - Zoom Edition

Chromebook Soluciones A Problemas

ParentVUE Guides and Webinars

Accessing myMCPS Classroom (Canvas) via mobile

MCPS Platforms Current Status