[GRLUG] SFLUG Donating Open Source computers to schools

[Casey Dubois]

On Fri, Feb 29, 2008 at 3:51 PM, Joe Vanderstelt
<thisboyiscrazy at gmail.com> wrote:
> But there are other non profits, Love INC for example, that could use
>  them and are not as worried about maintenance.
>
>  This would be a good project for the GRLUG

I agree.  But before I can make pitches elsewhere to get volunteers, I
need to be able to put together a halfway-decent info packet.  And a
little prior planning for the project doesn't hurt, either. :-)

So, with that in mind, here is a list of things to be addressed:
* Where are the PCs coming from?

I would try to find a quantity of identical machines from a local Business or we could take donations and purchase used systems.

* What will be the minimum performance level for the machines?

This will be determined by what I can get. (what are the suggested minimum I should look for)?

* Can we get parts to upgrade poorer machines to this minimum?

I would try to get x-tra systems so we can use some for spare parts.

* What distribution will be installed on *all* of the machines?
(Determined by the minimum performance level)

I was thinking Ubuntu like SFLUG

* Who will want the machines?

I don't think finding a worthy school or non profit would be an issue I liked the Love Inc idea.

* Can they take care of the machines? How do we ensure that we don't
become a maintenance crutch. Or do we want to do support?

We would prefer someone that can take care of them but if they cannot I believe there would be members that could offer affordable support.

* Where will the install fest work take place?

I have not checked with the boss yet but was thinking of the install fest here @ N-Vint in Caledonia OR I have a location in Jenison with plenty of room.

For my information packet, I'll need to at least know where the
machines are coming from, where they'll be going and where people will
need to show up in order to help.

If the group is interested I can offer the following:

1. Locate systems
2. Transport and store the systems
3. Locate homes for them
4. Provide Install location

Casey

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