Information Technology Services
07/07 |
No.10 |
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Hardware Configurations for ITS-Supported Personal Computers |
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In an effort to provide consistent and reliable support to the users of personal computers at URI, Information Technology Services (ITS) has compiled a list of supported hardware configurations to assist users in deciding which personal computing system to purchase.
Please Note
Wireless network connectivity is being implemented throughout the URI campuses as resources permit. For locations and access instructions, see handout No.22, "Wireless@URI".
The hardware configurations we recommend provide sufficient computing capacity to meet performance requirements for instructional and multimedia applications. By purchasing one of these systems you are assured that:
- Your computer is capable of running ITS-supported software
- Your computer is capable of connecting to the URI network
- You can get assistance at the ITS Help Desk
Therefore, if you are considering a new personal computer, please consult the information below before making your purchase. Any of these machines can be bought at RAM Computers in the Memorial Union. Ram Computers provides students with affordable Higher Education pricing on computer hardware, software, setup, and computer repair services and supplies. They also offer "Rhody-Ready" bundles, which is a desktop or laptop machine configured to your needs. Contact RAM Computers at 401-874-2679.
| Minimal Configuration | |||||
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| For information on Windows Vista machines, visit the URI Bookstore RAM Computers site. | |||||
| Machine | Speed | Memory | Harddrive | CD/DVD | Operating System |
| Windows Desktop | 2 GHz | 512 Mb | 40 Gb | DVD/CDRW | Windows XP |
| Windows Laptop | 1.5 GHz | 512 Mb | 40 Gb | DVD/CDRW | Windows XP |
| Macintosh Desktop | 1 GHz | 512 Mb | 40 Gb | DVD/CDRW | Mac OS X |
| Macintosh Laptop | 600 MHz | 512 Mb | 40 Gb | DVD/CDRW | Mac OS X |
Additional Considerations
Software - the software suite recommended and supported by ITS includes:
- Microsoft Office XP or 2007 for Windows
- Microsoft Office 2004 for Macs
- Browsers for Windows: Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher and Firefox 1.0.4
- Browsers for Macintosh: Safari and Mozilla
- Eudora for Windows and Macs
- Outlook for Windows
- Mail for Macs
Hardware Warranty: An extended 3-year warranty with on-site service should be strongly considered.
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