Computer Recommendations

Computer Recommendations

When purchasing a new computer, make certain you have sufficient support and service. Although Brock offers technical support, you may be directed to the computer manufacturer or dealer for warranty issues or for specific support issues.

If you decide to go with a laptop, purchase a well-known brand that will offer the necessary service and support. Consult with User Services (F314) for recommendations. See the Dell's Brock Premier site for special pricing for Brock students, faculty and staff. Dell Computer Purchases access is located from the main ITS page.
The following are the minimum system requirements we prefer at Brock. Any system greater then the following will increase performance but cost will be an issue.
 
Minimum Requirements for a PC
Processor Intel Pentium 4 3.0 GHz,
(or equivalent AMD Athlon processor)
Memory (RAM) 1 GB RAM
Hard Drive 80 GB
Video Card 32 MB Video
Optical Drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD
Operating System Windows XP Professional

 

Minimum Requirements for a Macintosh
Processor Power Macintosh G5
Memory (RAM) 1GB RAM
Hard Drive 40 GB Hard Drive
Optical Drive CD-ROM, CD/RW, or DVD
Operating System OS X 10.4 Tiger

 

Recommended System Requirements for a PC with Windows Vista
If you are going to purchase a PC, below are the recommended specifications for a system that is equipped with a Windows Vista operating system.
Processor Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor (2.4 GHz or higher)
Memory (RAM) 2 GB RAM
Hard Drive 250 GB
Video Card 256 MB Video Card
Optical Drive CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD
Operating System Windows Vista Home/Business/Ultimate
 
Recommended System Requirements for a Macintosh
If you are going to purchase a Macintosh, below are the recommended specifications for that type of system (this is an example of a MacBook that can be purchased from the Brock Bookstore).
Processor 2.1 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
Memory (RAM) 2 GB RAM
Hard Drive 120 GB
Optical Drive Combo DVD-ROM CD-RW Drive
Operating System OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard