Hardware Standards

These standards are intended to ensure that:
1. Desktop computers have sufficient resources to run current software products at adequate performance levels.  
2. Users have full Internet and campus access.  
3. Resources are not wasted on inadequate or outdated equipment.  
4. IT is able to offer superior service to users.  
 
New Laptops - Mainstream Size - PC & Mac
• Screen Size: 14" - 17"  
• Weight: 5.5 - 7+ lbs  
• Processor: Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 or Intel Core2 Duo  
• Memory: 4GB  
• Hard Drive: 250GB or better  
• Video Card: Discrete Card with at least 256MB Dedicated memory  
• Warranty: 3 Years Onsite or Mail-in  
• Wireless: 'N' - Compatible  
• CD/DVD Drive: CD/DVD Burner  
• Windows Operating System: Window 7 Home Premium or Professional  
• Mac Operating System: OS X 10.6 - Snow Leopard  
 
New Laptops - Thin & Light Size - PC & Mac
• Screen Size: 11" - 13"  
• Weight: 2.5 - 4.5 lbs  
• Processor: Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 or Intel Core2 Duo  
• Memory: 4GB  
• Hard Drive: 160GB or better  
• Video Card: Onboard Integrated Graphics  
• Warranty: 3 Years Onsite or Mail-in  
• Wireless: 'N' - Compatible  
• CD/DVD Drive: CD/DVD Burner  
• Windows Operating System: Window 7 Home Premium or Professional  
• Mac Operating System: OS X 10.6 - Snow Leopard