• It is highly-recommended for parents and students to purchase a new MacBook through our partner vendor, Senco-Masslink Technology.

• An eShop is available for VSA community members at https://www.eduoffer.com/eshop/school/vsa.

• There is a special discount available for the VSA community, please consult the pricing on the eShop for details. (See Above.)

• Please refer to the guide for setting up an account on the eShop.

• The new MacBook will be prepared by our vendor to seamlessly integrate into the school's learning environment. This setup includes print services, Wi-Fi configuration, necessary system adjustments, and all required educational software.

• The order deadline is Friday, June 20, 2025, to ensure timely delivery of MacBooks for the start of the school year. Parents are encouraged to place orders early, as late orders may not arrive on time at the start of the school year.

For School Purchase Program inquiry, please contact Senco-Masslink Technology Ltd (Tel: +852 2511 5760 / +852 2152 4272)

To use a previously owned MacBook, ensure it is one of the following models:

• MacBook Air (equipped with Apple M1 Chip or better) with Model Numbers:  A2337, A2681, A2770, A2932, A2933, A3200, A3201

• MacBook Pro (equipped with Apple M1 Chip or better) with Model Numbers:  A2338, A2442, A2485, A2686, A2779, A2780, A3142, A3143, A3245, A3246

To ensure that each student's MacBook is equipped with the complete set of learning tools, pre-owned Student MacBooks must be sent to the IT Office for re-imaging. This process includes configuring access to school Wi-Fi and printing services, as well as installing system configurations and additional software. The schedule for re-imaging will be posted on the VSA Mobile Learning Website before the school year begins.

Before submitting your MacBook for re-imaging, it is crucial to back up all files, as this process will erase all existing data. Although the IT Office does not offer backup services, secondary students have access to Google Drive, which can be used as a backup solution.

• Reimaging means to replace all existing contents of the hard disk with standardized software titles and settings for use in VSA.

• Does this mean all the files in the MacBook are to be erased? Will the school provide backup and restore service for students?

• Reimaging will erase all contents currently in the student's MacBook. Therefore, it is very important that students back up their files before bringing their MacBook in for reimaging.

• The school does not provide backup service for students, but we can offer suggestions to students regarding their backup strategy. It is also worth mentioning that the school has provided Google Drive to all Secondary students which allow them to use it as backup media.