The specifications and supply lists below define all the materials to run an election in addition to the machines and smart cards.
Ballots must be printed according to the following ballot specifications:
Width: 8.5"
Length: 11", 14", 17", 19", 22"
Weight: 105-177gsm
Coating: uncoated
Opacity: >90%
Color: white or any pastel color >70 brightness (to ensure it binarizes to white when scanned)
The marking utensil for hand marked ballots should be a black or blue ink pen that dries quickly. Never use markers or highlighters.
VotingWorks recommends the 64GB SanDisk Ultra Flair USB 3.0 drive (SDCZ73-064G-G46) as a cost-effective general purpose USB drive, but any USB drive meeting the specifications below can be used.
Protocol
3.0 minimum
Capacity
64GB minimum
Length
55mm maximum, measured from inserted tip
Read Speed
60 Mbps minimum
A faster drive may be necessary when exporting large volumes of ballots from VxCentralScan, for which the 128GB SanDisk Extreme PRO USB 3.2 drive (SDCZ880-128G-G46) is recommended.
Cases should be secured with tamper evident numbered seals, such as heavy-duty pull-tight seals. You may use different seals as preferred by your jurisdiction and may choose to use different types of seals, or even locks, if you confirm they fit through the seal points and properly secure the seal point.
The scanners for VxScan, VxCentralScan, and VxMark can be cleaned with scanner-specific cleaning fluid, such as Ricoh Cleaner F1 (PA03950-0352) or isopropyl alcohol with a concentration of 70% or higher. The fluid should be applied to a microfiber or lint-free cloth.
Printer Paper
HP Premium 32, or equivalent
Various
Printer Toner
HP 148A or HP 148X Black Toner
Various
VotingWorks recommends having a backup toner cartridge and extra reams of paper on hand for all elections.
Thermal Paper Rolls
VotingWorks Provided
VotingWorks
Scanner Cleaning Supplies
See above
Various
VotingWorks recommends cleaning the scanner and replacing the thermal paper roll for each VxScan for each election. VotingWorks also recommends keeping scanner cleaning supplies and extra thermal paper rolls readily available on election day.
Scanner Cleaning Supplies
See above
Various
Thermal Ballot Paper
VotingWorks Provided
VotingWorks
Headphone Ear Covers
Various
Scanner Cleaning Supplies
See above
Various
VotingWorks recommends cleaning the scanner for each election. VotingWorks also recommends keeping scanner cleaning supplies readily available on election day.
For part numbers not listed above or details on long-term maintenance, consult the System Maintenance section, in particular the Approved Parts List.
VotingWorks recommends cleaning the scanner for each election. VotingWorks also recommends keeping scanner cleaning supplies readily available on election day. Occasionally, the rollers will need to be replaced .
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