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Software Purchases
*MICROSOFT OFFICE USERS* Currently our computer labs
are equipped with Microsoft Office 2003 as well as our faculty and staff computers. We do not provide students with any software
with the exception of our Norton Antivirus tool. Students can
download the antivirus tool directly from our website.
Gannon University is affiliated with the
Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania
which entitles registered students to receive a discount on software.
Journey Ed is a proud provider to AICUP schools and you can
visit the Journey Ed website to learn more.
Computer Purchases
Gannon
University faculty, staff, and students can receive discounts on their purchases
from Dell. To learn more please visit the
Dell Purchases page.
When purchasing a new computer or software, we suggest you check and compare prices from manufacturer's websites, your local electronics
store or online promotions.
Click on
the links below to visit suggested manufacturers:
Dell
Hewlett Packard
Gateway
Sony
Compaq
Listed below are recommended configurations for the
purchase of a new laptop or desktop. Although not necessary, you may want to
check with your program director to see if there are more specific
requirements for your program of study. This is meant as a guide for students and parents and does not have to be followed exactly.
NOTE:
Radiological Science Majors have a specific required
configuration for all laptops.
(The required configuration
will be available soon.)
***Windows Vista Users: If
you purchase or own a system with Windows Vista, we strongly recommend you have
1GB of memory (RAM) installed due to the fact that Windows Vista requires a large
amount of memory itself to operate. Less memory means the computer will run more slowly and make multitasking more difficult.
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Components |
Minimum Requirements for Gannon's Network |
Recommended Systems (If buying New System) |
What is it For? |
| Operating System |
Windows XP |
Windows XP/Vista/MAC |
N/A |
| *Processor (CPU
Speed) |
1.6 GHz |
1.6 GHz |
Faster processing
and startup |
| Hard Drive |
30 GB |
80 GB |
More storage |
| Memory (RAM) |
512 MB |
1 GB or more |
Multitasking,
faster loading |
| Removable Storage |
CD-RW, DVD-R |
CD-RW, DVD-RW,
Combo |
Record media and
files |
| Software |
Norton Antivirus
(provided by Gannon) |
Word processing application like MS Office, Antivirus software |
Virus protection, word processing,
spreadsheet, presentations |
| Networking |
Internal NIC
10/100 and/or
Wireless 802.11a/g |
Internal NIC 10/100 and/or
Wireless card (802.11a/g) |
Accessing
internet, reading email |
| Warranty |
None Required |
Desktop: 3 Year
plus Onsite Labor Laptop:
3 Year plus Onsite Labor and Complete Care |
Gannon is not
responsible for repair to machines not university owned. |
| Monitor |
No size required but
dependent on space |
Desktop: 15" or
larger LCD or Flat Panel Monitor
Laptop: 17" or smaller LCD
Screen |
Computer display |
| Additional
Accessories |
Optional |
Desktop: Keyboard,
Mouse, Speakers, Soundcard, USB Drive
Laptop: Carrying case, mouse, USB
Flash Drive, spare battery |
These components
are usually standard. Check your system specs to ensure you have what
you need. |
*Note: When selecting a processor, we recommend anything greater than Intel
Core 2 Duo or AMD Turion X 64
If you have any questions please call the ITS Helpdesk at 814-871-7501.
Updated 4/24/08 ck
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