August 3, 2020

Technology Plan iPad and Accessories Set Up

As part of the Fall 2020 Technology Plan, ITS deployed iPads and accessories to faculty requiring additional flexibility and functionality for remote instruction. The following page provides information about the equipment included and some general FAQs about set-up and use.

Overview of the equipment

Split screen with iPad and accessories in their boxes on left. iPad in its keyboard case on right.

iPad 10.2″ 7th Generation Wi-Fi 128GB – Space Gray

What’s in the Box:

  • iPad
  • Lightning to USB Cable
  • USB Power Adapter

Logitech Slim Folio Case with Integrated Bluetooth Keyboard

Key Features:

  • Up to four year battery life with replaceable coin cell batteries
  • Advanced Bluetooth LE for reliable connectivity to iPad and longer battery life
  • Slim and light design
  • Home for Apple Pencil (1st gen.)
  • iPad auto on/off functionality triggered by opening or closing the case

Apple Pencil (1st generation)

What’s in the Box:

  • Apple Pencil
  • Lightning adapter
  • Extra tip

Lightning Digital AV Adapter

This adapter allows you to connect to your iPad to an external display.

  • HDMI
  • Lightning

What apps come pre-installed?

  • Duo Mobile
  • Gmail
  • Google Chat
  • Google Docs
  • Google Drive
  • Google Meet
  • Google Sheets
  • Google Slides
  • Google Calendar
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft OneNote
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Moodle
  • Notability
  • Piazza
  • Yammer
  • YouTube
  • Zoom Cloud Meetings

How do I set up the Logitech Slim Folio Case?

  1. The first time you turn on the keyboard it remains discoverable for 15 minutes.
    • If the status light turns red, replace the batteries.
  2. To pair your keyboard case with your iPad:
    • On your iPad
      1. Make sure Bluetooth is on.
        1. Click Settings > Bluetooth > On.
      2. Select “Slim Folio” from the Devices menu.
    • If your iPad requests a PIN, enter it using the Logitech keyboard (not on your iPad).
  3. When a successful connection is made, the status light turns solid blue for a short time, and then turns off.

How do I pair the Apple Pencil with the iPad?

  1. Remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad.
  2. When you see the Pair button, tap it.
  3. After you pair your Apple Pencil, it will stay paired until you restart your iPad, turn on Airplane Mode, or pair it with another iPad.

How do I charge the Apple Pencil?

  • Remove the cap and plug your Apple Pencil into the Lightning connector on your iPad.
  • Or, use the female-to-female adapter to connect the Apple Pencil Lightning connector with a Lightning cable.

How do I connect the iPad to a monitor or other external display?

  1. Plug the Digital AV Adapter into the charging port on the bottom of your iPad (or any iOS device with a Lightning port).
  2. Connect an HDMI cable to your adapter.
  3. Connect the other end of your HDMI cable to a secondary display (TV, monitor, or projector).

Do I need to setup my iPad with an Apple ID?

No, you can setup your College-managed iPad without logging in with an Apple ID. However, you are welcomed to do so should you want to install more apps beyond what the College is managing.

Even though the iPad is managed by the College, can I still log in with my Apple ID and install my own apps?

Yes, absolutely! All the apps purchased and managed by the College (e.g., Notability) will be installed and updated by the College. However, you can use your own Apple ID to install any apps you might’ve already purchased through your own Apple ID.

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