Information Technology Services

Information Technology Systems and Networking

Minimum Hardware Requirements
for Desktops and Laptops

For Faculty & Staff Computers:

All computers purchased with State funds are now pre-approved by ITS prior to processing by Procurement & Payment Services. Departments and offices are strongly encouraged to order standard desktops and laptops as described in the Technology Procurement System.

Model: Dell Optiplex 755
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.33Ghz or Equivalent
Memory: 2.0GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667Mhz 
Hard Drive: 160GB SATA 3.0Gb/s
Video Card: 256MB ATI RADEON HD 2400 Pro
Removable Media Storage: 16X DVD+/-RW SATA
Monitor: 19" LCD
Estimated Cost: $557.00
Expires: 3/31/2009

Model: Dell Latitude D630
Screen Size: 14.1 WXGA
Processor:  Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.2Ghz or Equivalent
Memory: 2.0GB, DDR2-667 SDRAM, 2 DIMM
Hard Drive: 80GB, 7200RPM
Video Card: Integrated
Removable Media Storage: 8X DVD+/-RW
Estimated Cost: $722.00
Expires: 3/31/2009

These configurations change from time to time as market conditions change.

For assistance with computer purchases with State funds, including hardware requirements to accommodate special needs, call the ITS Help Desk at x5151.

For Student Computers: (updated May 5, 2008)

Many students bring laptop (or notebook) computers to campus. This allows students to take advantage of wireless network while away from the residence halls.

For new computer purchases we suggest the following as minimum configurations:

These configurations are suggested guidelines only and are subject to change.

Note: Antivirus software is provided free of charge.

If you require an Apple Macintosh, please call the ITS Help Desk at x5151 or e-mail helpdesk@brockport.edu for recommendations.