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Hardware: Suggested System Specifications |
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See Sample Systems>>> |
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System Style |
• Notebook Computer |
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CPU |
• Intel® CoreTM i7 Processor
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• Intel® CoreTM i5 Processor
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1 Most currently available processor speeds work well
with the up to date software. A fast system is a balance
between the speed of the processor, the amount of system memory,
the video chipset/video ram and hard drive speed.
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System Memory (RAM) |
• 6+ GB is Recommended (64bit System) |
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Video |
• Capable of:
• WXGA - 1280 x 800 Screen Resolution
(minimum)
• True Color |
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Screen Size |
• 15.6" or 17" |
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Video Chipset |
• It is recommended that you specify video chipsets that use
dedicated (discrete) RAM. Video chipsets that employ a
hybrid memory sharing technology are acceptable. A number of integrated video
chipsets rely entirely on shared system RAM , these chipsets are not
recommended. |
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Video Memory (RAM) |
• 1GB (minimum)
• 2GB+ (suggested) |
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Network Interface Card (NIC) |
• 10Base-T/100Base-TX
Ethernet
• either internal or external (PCMCIA Card) |
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Wireless Network Interface Card |
• College of Art and Architecture facilities
are wireless capable (802.11 b/g compatable). |
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Hard Drive |
• 512GB - 5400 rpm (minimum) |
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Removable Storage |
• DVD +/- RW Burner
(suggested)
• Blue-ray Optional
• USB Flash Drive (recommended)
• USB Hard Drive (good for projects and backup) |
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Cables |
• Network Patch Cable, Cat5
(length
depends on desk/studio configuration) |
Considerations
(optional) |
• External Mouse (USB or wireless) (highly recommended)
• Security Lock & Cable
• Carrying
Case
• Notebook Cooling Device (suggested)
• InkJet Printer
• Manufacturer's Extended Warranty (suggested) |
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Software |
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Operating System |
• Windows 7 Professional, 32 or 64 bit (suggested) (Provides the best compatibility for
connecting to the supplied network printing and storage
resources.)
• The HOME versions of Windows are NOT
recommended. |
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Security |
• Virus Protection (highly recommended)
• Personal Firewall
(highly recommended)
• Spyware Protection (highly recommended)
Security software is available from the University. For more
information go to
http://support.uidaho.edu/
and login. |
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Design Software |
• For design software listing,
click here. |
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Microsoft Office |
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Changes have been made to the University's Microsoft Campus
Agreement for Students. Please review the following web site for
more information:
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