Computer Recommendations
If you are buying a new computer, it’s important to choose a solution that will support your needs over the next 3-4 years. While we support all computer systems, we strongly encourage the purchase of new Apple and Lenovo notebook systems. If you work with graphics, video or other demanding applications you may want to increase the specs to 8GB RAM, increase hard drive space and upgrade the graphics card.
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MEDIA STORAGEBecause of the growing size of student projects and the continued need to backing up those projects, OIT recommends the following types and sizes of media storage for both Macintosh and Windows users. |
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| External Hard Drive | 500 GB |
| Flash Drive | 8 GB |
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| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5 or better | |
| Operating System | Mac OS X | |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM or more | |
| Hard Drive | 300 GB (or more) | |
| Display |
Able to display 1280 x 800 or higher resolution in 24-bit color |
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| Optical Drive | DVD-R/W & CD-R/W (internal or external) | |
| Networking | OEM installed Ethernet connection 10/100/1000 & WiFi (notebooks) | |
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WINDOWSPurchase now through the custom Lenovo store which includes Washington College's recommended Lenovo systems. |
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| RECOMMENDED | ||
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i5 or better | |
| Operating System | Windows 7 | |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM or more | |
| Hard Drive | 300 GB (or more) | |
| Display |
Able to display 1280 x 800 or higher resolution in 24-bit color |
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| Optical Drive | DVD-R/W & CD-R/W (internal or external) | |
| Networking | OEM installed Ethernet connection 10/100/1000 & WiFi (notebooks) | |
If you still have questions after reviewing the information contained in this document, please contact the HelpDesk at 410-778-7777. You can also email the HelpDesk at helpdesk@washcoll.edu.