Technology Replacement Cycles

Written By Freddie Cox

Updated at November 15th, 2024

This article is to document the expected lifecycle of educational technology supported in Knox County Schools. 

 

Device Category Expected Life (Years) Current Model(s) Expected Retirement Year
Student Devices

5

Dell Chromebook 3120 (2-in-1 and Clamshell) 2030
Student Devices

5

HP Fortis 11 G10 (Clamshell) 2030
Staff Devices

5

Apple MacBook Air M3 2030
Staff Devices

5

Dell Latitude 5450 2030
Classroom AV

7

Promethean ActivPanel 9 Premium 2032
Network Equipment

7

   
VOIP Phone Handsets

10

   

 


The devices below are no longer the current model. Their expected retirement year is listed below. This year can be modified by the manufacturer or district requirements. 

Device Category Model Expected Retirement Year
Student Devices Dell Chromebook 3110 (2-in-1 and Clamshell) 2029
Student Devices Dell Chromebook 3100 (2-in-1 and Clamshell) 2028
Staff Devices Apple MacBook Air M2 2029
Staff Devices Apple MacBook Air M1 2029
Staff Devices Apple MacBook Air/Pro Retina 2020  2026
Staff Devices Apple MacBook Air/Pro 2019 or Older 2025
Staff Devices Dell Latitude 5330 2029
Staff Devices Dell Latitude 5310 2025
Classroom AV Promethean ActivPanel Titanium (AP7) 2030

 

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