Recommended System Components
(if purchasing a new computer)
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IBM Compatibles |
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Intel Pentium 4 or AMD CPU with
at least 2.8 GHz clock speed |
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256+ MB of Random Access Memory (RAM) |
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20+ GB of hard drive space |
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100BaseT Network Interface Card (NIC) [3Com Etherlink 10/100 PCI] |
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Windows XP Home or Professional |
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Apple Computers |
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PowerPC G5 based CPU with at least 1.6 MHz clock speed |
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256+ MB of Random Access Memory (RAM) |
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20+ GB of hard drive space |
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100BaseT Network Interface Card (NIC) [built-in on most Apple Computers] |
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Mac OS X 10.3 or better |
Note: Laptop (Notebook) computers are preferred for dormitory use. Notebook computers occupy a lot less desktop space and are easier to pack and transport. For example, the HP Pavillion zv5000z and the Dell Inspiron 1150 are good choices. Make sure you add the 3-year extended warranty option on any new computer purchase. Also, consider purchasing a copy the Office 2003 Suite Basic edition.
Minimum System Requirements
(systems meeting this baseline standard can use the Xavier network)
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IBM Compatibles |
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Intel Pentium III or AMD CPU with at least 1.3 GHz clock speed |
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128 MB of Random Access Memory (RAM) |
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10 GB of hard drive space |
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100BaseT Network Interface Card (NIC) [3Com Etherlink 10/100 PCI] |
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Windows 98 or later |
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Apple Computers |
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PowerPC G3 based CPU with at least 500 MHz clock speed |
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128 MB of Random Access Memory (RAM) |
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6 GB of hard drive space |
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100BaseT Network Interface Card (NIC) [built-in on most Apple Computers] |
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Mac OS 9 or better |
