Computer System Standards
Windows Laptop & Desktop (PC) standards
| Recommended | Minimum | |
|---|---|---|
| System Software | Windows XP Pro SP2
or
Vista Home Premium |
Windows XP Home SP2 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Dual Core | Pentium or Celeron @ 1.2GHz |
| Memory (RAM) | 1GB of RAM or better | 512MB |
| Hard Disk Space | 60GB | 40GB |
| CD-ROM | CDR(W)/DVDR(W) | 24X |
| Networking Standards | |
|---|---|
| Network Interface Card | Integrated 10/100 Ethernet |
| Wireless Network Interface | 802.11 B/G |
| Patch Cable | Ethernet Cat-5 15-20 ft |
Software
We recommend the use of Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007 for wordprocessing, spreadsheet and presentation needs. We DO NOT support Wordperfect or MS Works.
NOTE: These standards will help us ensure all students' computers are up and running quickly. Windows 2000, Windows NT or Vista Basic are not supported operating systems.
Macintosh computer standards
| Recommended | |
|---|---|
| System Software | Mac OS X 10.4.9 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core Duo/PowerPC G4/G5 |
| Memory (RAM) | 1GB of RAM or better |
| Hard Disk Space | 60 GB |
| CD-ROM | CDR(W)/DVDR(W) |
| Networking Standards | |
|---|---|
| Network Interface Card | Integrated 10/100 Ethernet |
| Wireless Network Interface | 802.11 B/G |
| Patch Cable | Ethernet Cat-5 15-20 ft |
Software Standards
We recommend Microsoft Office 2004 for wordprocessing, spreadsheet and presentation needs. We DO NOT support Appleworks or Clarisworks.