Every student living in a Marquette university residence hall is provided a high speed internet connection to the campus network. With the exception of fall 2008 engineering freshmen, students are not required to own computers. But it is recommended. For printing, students have access to PrintWise on campus.

Please contact the IT Services Help Desk at (414) 288-7799 with any questions regarding bringing a computer to campus.

Buying Windows Computers

When buying a computer be discerning. The most inexpensive computers cost less for a reason. Read the specifications to make sure the computer has everything you need to be successful with your studies. Some minimum guidelines for computer configurations are below. IT Services recommends that you meet or exceed these standards when bringing a computer to campus.

Note: See Glossary for definitions of MHz, GB, MB, RAM, 10/100BaseT, PCMCIA, hard drive, and RJ-45 cable.

For Windows Laptops:

• Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz or AMD Turion 64 X2 dual Core Processor or better
• Windows XP SP2 or Windows Vista Home Premium or higher (Business or Ultimate)
• 1GB RAM or more (2GB for MS Vista)
• 80 GB hard drive or larger
• CDRW/DVD Combo Drive or better
• Integrated Wireless (802.11a/b/g)
• 10/100/1000 Integrated Networking
• CAT5 Network Interface Cable with RJ-45 type male connectors, 15 feet or longer

For Windows Tablet PCs:

• Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz or AMD Turion 64 X2dual Core Processor or better
• Windows Vista Home Premium or higher (Business or Ultimate)
• 1GB RAM or more (2GB for MS Vista)
• 80 GB hard drive or larger
• CD-RW/ DVD Combo Drive or better
• Integrated Wireless (802.11a/b/g)
• 10/100/1000 Integrated Networking
• CAT5 Network Interface Cable with RJ-45 type male connectors, 15 feet or longer

For Windows Desktops:

• Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz or AMD Turion 64 X2 dual Core Processor or better
• Windows XP SP2 or Windows Vista Home Premium or higher (Business or Ultimate)
• 1GB RAM or more (2GB for MS Vista)
• 80 GB hard drive or larger
• CDRW/DVD Combo Drive or better
• 10/100/1000 Integrated Networking
• CAT5 Network Interface Cable with RJ-45 type male connectors, 15 feet or longer

Useful extras:

• Surge protector
• Computer lock
• USB Flash Drive (128 MB minimum, 1 GB recommended)

Minimum Recommended Computer Specs for College of Engineering Students

Academic Discounts: Hewlett Packard (HP) and CDWG

Buying Apple Computers

For Apple Laptops:

• MacBook or MacBook Pro
• Mac OSX 10.4 or better
• 1GB RAM or more
• 120 GB Hard drive or larger
• DVD/CD-RW combo drive or CD-RW/DVD-+RW SuperDrive
• CAT5 Network Interface Cable with RJ-45 type male connectors, 15 feet or longer
• Airport Wireless (802.11 b/g compatible)

For Apple Desktops:

• Current Model iMac or Mac Pro
• Mac OSX 10.4 or better
• 1GB RAM or more
• 250 GB hard drive or larger
• SuperDrive 8x (DVD+_R DL/DVD+_RW/CD-RW)
• 10/100BaseT Network Interface Card
• CAT5 Network Interface Cable with RJ-45 type male connectors, 15 feet or longer

Useful extras:

• Surge protector
• USB Flash Drive (128 MB minimum, 1 GB recommended)
• Computer lock

Academic Discount: The Apple Store for Education
Toll-free: 1-800-780-5009

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