The following standards reflect the minimum and recommended configurations for an office or lab computer. If a computer is below the minimum configuration, this computer should be replaced or upgraded as soon as funds are available.
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Computer
Use
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Network
Connectivity
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Age
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Processors
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Memory
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Disk Drive
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Operating System
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Microsoft Office
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Monitor
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Max
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Recmd
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Min
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Recmd
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Min
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Recmd
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Min
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Recmd
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Min
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Recmd
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Min
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Recmd
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Recmd
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Windows
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Office PC
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Ethernet
1 Gbps
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6 yrs
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5 yrs
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Core i5
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Core i5
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16 GB
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16 GB
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256 GB SSD
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256 GB SSD
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Win 10
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Win 11 Fall 2022
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Office
2019 Pro
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Office
2021 Pro
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24"
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|
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Student/ Lab PC
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Ethernet
1 Gbps
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6 yrs
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5 yrs
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Core i5
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Core i5
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16GB
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16 GB
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128 GB SSD
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256 GB SSD
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Win 10
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Win 11
Fall 2022
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Office
2019 Pro
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Office
2021 Pro
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24" with micro mount
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|
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Laptop PC
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Ethernet
1 Gbps & 802.11wireless
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6 yrs
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5 yrs
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Core i5
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Core i5
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16 GB
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16 GB
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256 GB SSD
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256 GB SSD
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Win 10
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Win 11
Fall 2022
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Office
2019 Pro
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Office
2021 Pro
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14"
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Podium PC
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Ethernet
1 Gbps
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6 yrs
|
5 yrs
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Core i5
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Core i5
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16 GB
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16 GB
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128 GB SSD
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256 GB SSD
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Win 10
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Win 11
Fall 2022
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Office
2019 Pro
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Office
2021 Pro
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24"
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Chrome
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Chrome Book
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802.11wireless
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6 yrs
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4 yrs
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Celeron or
Similar AMD
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Core i3
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2 GB
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4 GB
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Chrome
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Chrome
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Office
365
ONLINE
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Office
365
ONLINE
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11"
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Apple
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iMAC
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Ethernet
1 Gbps
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6 yrs
|
5 yrs
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M1 Chip
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M1 Chip
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16GB
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16 GB
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256 GB
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256 GB SSD
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11.00
Big Sur
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12.00
Monterey
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Office MAC
2016
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Office MAC
2019
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24"
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Lab Mac Studio
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Ethernet
1 Gbps
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6 yrs
|
5 yrs
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M1 MAX
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M1 MAX
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16 GB
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32 GB
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512GB SSD
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1TB SSD
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11.00
Big Sur
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12.00
Monterey
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Office MAC
2016
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Office MAC
2019
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25"
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Laptop Macbook Pro 14"
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Ethernet
1 Gbps & 802.11wireless
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6 yrs
|
5 yrs
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M1 PRO Chip
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M1 PRO Chip
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16 GB
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16GB
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256 GB
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512 GB SSD
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11.00
Big Sur
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12.00
Monterey
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Office MAC
2016
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Office MAC
2019
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14"
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Tablet (iPad)
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802.11wireless
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6 yrs
|
5 yrs
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iPad Mini
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iPad
9th Gen
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|
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64 GB
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iPad OS
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iPad OS
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Office 365
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Office MAC
2019
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10.2"
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Note: Due to supply chain issues, users will see variations in the exact models, timelines, and execution of the standards which has limited our ability to repair/upgrade/replace parts. Some machines will see service life extended as the respective workload has been reduced due to students and staff being off-site.
1) Before any computer is replaced or upgraded, ITS must perform an evaluation to certify that the machine is obsolete and in need of replacement. Please contact the help desk at 3345 to schedule an evaluation or complete this online form.
2) Before any computer is replaced, all applications used by the department need to be verified for compatibility with the new operating system. The requesting department should contact their vendor to verify that the application will operate as needed after the change.
3) How to find your PC computer configuration and name: Right click on Windows icon lower left then left click on System.
4) How to tell your MAC configuration: Click on the Apple in the upper left window and select About this MAC.
5) Individual machine backups are the responsibility of the user.
6) Wireless devices require the user to perform initial login in L-201 to ensure proper connection to new wireless network.
7) Standard printer setup is shared devices based upon location and need. Color units are not provided.
8) The standard printer and scanner manufacturer is HP. The updated quotes are located on the helpdesk website.
9) Standard quotes for Windows computers, tablets, and laptops are posted to the helpdesk website.