Standard Configurations

Information technology continues to increase in scope and complexity. Dependency on technology requires ever increasing levels of technical support. For over 8 years, the I.T. Department has established campus-wide standards for hardware and software configurations that support St. Edward’s mission-critical operations.

Manufacturers of hardware have many different models to choose from. Attempting to support every option leads to unrealistic support demands on the University’s technical staff. Therefore, certain standards for hardware and software must be implemented. Balancing these support issues with the needs of educators, staff and students can be challenging. Choices must be made as we leverage University resources.

Standards lead directly to greater level of technical support for hardware. Computer hardware compliance allows for custom software imaging, faster computer turn-around, and in most cases next day warranty replacement parts. Technical credentials of I.T. Staff include: DCSE: Dell Certified Systems Expert, Hp LaserJet Certified Technicians, and Macintosh Certified Technicians.

Standards "empower" rather than restrict.

Desktops | Laptops
Information current as of March 6, 2009

Desktops

Windows

Model: OptiPlex GX760 Minitower
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (3.00GHz, 6M, 1333MHz FSB)
Monitor: Dell 19 inch UltraSharp 1908FP Flat Panel, Adjustable Stand
Memory: 4.0GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 800MHz, (2 DIMM)
Graphics Card: 256MB ATI RADEON HD 3450 (Dual DVI/VGA/1 TV-out)
Hard Drive: 160GB SATA 3.0Gb/s and 8MB DataBurst Cache
Operating System: Windows XP Professional SP3 (Vista Compatible)
CD/DVD: 16X DVD+/-RW SATA, Roxio Creator™ CyberlinkPowerDVD™
Mouse: Dell USB 6-Button Laser Mouse
Keyboard: Dell USB Keyboard, No Hot Keys
Sound Card: Integrated Sound Blaster Compatible
Speakers: Dell AX210 Speakers, Black

Unit Cost = $ 982.36
 

Model: OptiPlex GX755 Minitower
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo Processor (2.66GHz, 4M, 1333MHz FSB)
Monitor: Dell 19 inch UltraSharp 1908FP Flat Panel, Adjustable Stand
Memory: 2.0GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 800MHz, (2 DIMM)
Graphics Card: 256MB ATI RADEON HD 2400 XT Graphics dual DVI or VGA (TV-out)
Hard Drive: 160GB SATA 3.0Gb/s and 8MB DataBurst Cache
Operating System: Windows XP Professional SP3 (Vista Compatible)
CD/DVD: 16X DVD+/-RW Combo, with Cyberlink Power DVD
Mouse: Dell USB 5-Button Premium Optical Mouse, Black
Keyboard: Dell USB Keyboard, No Hot Keys
Sound Card: Integrated Sound Blaster Compatible
Speakers: Dell A225 Speakers, Black

Unit Cost = $ 819.93

Macintosh

Model: iMac 20"
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.66GHz
Memory: 2 GB 800Mhz DDR2 SDRAM
Hard Drive: 320GB Serial ATA hard drive
CD/DVD: 8x double-layer SuperDrive (DVD+R DL/DVDRW/CD-RW)
Graphics Card: 256MB ATI Radeon HD 2600 PRO
Keyboard: Apple Keyboard

Unit Cost: $1,399.00

Laptops

Windows

Model: Latitude E6400
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 (2.53GHz) 6M L2 Cache, 1066Mhz Dual Core
Memory: 2.0GB, DDR2-800 SDRAM, 1 DIMM
Hard Drive: 160GB Hard Drive, 9.5MM, 7200RPM
Operating System: Windows XP Pro SP2
Graphics Card: 256MB NVIDIA Quadro NVS 160M
CD/DVD: 8X DVD+/-RW w/ Cyberlink PowerDVD
Wireless: Dell WLAN 1397 (802.11b/g) 1/2 MiniCard
Bluetooth: Dell Wireless 370 Bluetooth 2.1 MiniCard
Modem: Internal 56K Modem
Batteries: 6-Cell/54-WHr Primary Battery
6-Cell/54-WHr Additional Battery
Power Adaptor: Dell Power Adapter

Unit Cost: $1299.00

Popular Upgrades:

Docking Station w/ monitor stand ($233.20)
Performance USB Keyboard ($26.10)
Mouse PS2 Intellimouse w/ scroll ($16.20)
Dell CompleteCare Accidental Damage Service: covers repair and replacement for various accidental damage, not covered under limited warranty, including spills, drops, surges, and breakage to select systems or peripherals. ($149.00)

Macintosh

Model: 15 " MacBook Pro
Processor: 2.40GHz Intel Core 2 Duo
Screen: 1440 x 900 resolution
Memory: 2GB memory
Hard Drive: 250GB Serial ATA
CD/DVD: 8x double-layer SuperDrive
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M + 9600M GT graphics with 256MB

Unit Cost = $ 1,899.00