Recommended hardware for scoring tables

Snapdown scoring runs in a web browser. Prioritize a clear scoreboard display, reliable internet, and equipment that can stay powered throughout the event.

For instructions on operating a station, see Score matches at a table.

Per scoring table

Purchase one set for each mat or scoring table:

14- to 15.6-inch Chromebook with 8 GB RAM; Full HD (1080p) preferred.
24-inch or larger Full HD monitor with HDMI.
HDMI cable.
USB-C-to-HDMI adapter, if the Chromebook has no HDMI output.
Wired USB mouse, optional; Chromebooks have built-in touchpads.
Chromebook charger, grounded extension cord, and grounded power splitter.

Before event day, connect each station exactly as it will be used. Verify that the Chromebook shows Table Scoring while the external display shows the scoreboard.

Keep spare HDMI cables, adapters, chargers, mice, and extension cords in one known location. A failed accessory should be a quick swap, not a mat delay.

Internet and Wi-Fi

Every scoring Chromebook and the master event laptop need internet access. The facility’s Wi-Fi is usually sufficient if it reaches every scoring table reliably. Get credentials in advance and test the network throughout the gym.

For weak, restricted, or unavailable venue Wi-Fi, Starlink Roam can provide your own event connection. Confirm coverage, plan terms, and the venue’s power and cable-routing requirements before event day.

Starlink Roam setup

For a larger gym, pack:

Starlink Mini and Roam service.
Starlink Mini stand or tripod.
About 100 feet of weatherproof, Mini-compatible Ethernet cable.
Two Starlink Router Minis and one additional long Ethernet cable.
Extension cords as needed.

Place the Mini outside in an open area with a clear view of the sky.
Use the Starlink app to position it and confirm connectivity.
Run Ethernet into the gym to Router Mini #1.
In a large gym, run Ethernet from Router #1 to Router Mini #2 on the opposite side of the building.
Connect scoring Chromebooks and the master laptop to that Wi-Fi network.

The routers can mesh wirelessly, but a wired link between them is preferable in large, difficult Wi-Fi environments. Test the complete setup at the venue before relying on it during the event.

Cable safety

Route power and Ethernet along walls, behind tables, or around the perimeter of the gym whenever possible. Where a cable must cross a walkway, use a low-profile, non-adhesive rubber cord cover. Keep several short covers in the event kit for those crossings.

If the facility permits it, professional gaffer or cable-cover tape can help secure a cover. Avoid duct tape and other adhesives that can damage or leave residue on gym floors.

Example equipment links

These links show the type of accessory described above; equivalent equipment is fine.