Desktop PC
2006-2007 Standards
Vendor/Models
Dell will continue as our primary
vendor for desktop PCs. CIT will continue to specify two models from Dell to meet the
needs of users with basic computing needs as well as those with
higher computing needs.
Desktop Mac
2006-2007 Standards
Vendor/Models
Apple is mid-stream on its migration to the Intel processor on its full product line. The standard Mac desktop will include the new Intel chip while the enhanced Mac desktop will continue to use the traditional Motorola chip yet this year. Several key vendors, including Novell GroupWise and Adobe PhotoShop have not yet released Intel compatible versions of their products. This may delay our deployment schedule of standard Mac desktops.
The life-cycle replacement for Mac desktops is being changed from 3 years to 4 years. We have found that the Mac desktops can perform well for 4 years. This change begins with the 2006 model year systems.
Laptop PC*
2006-2007 Standards
CIT will provide Thinkpads from Lenovo (previously IBM) and from Dell. The enhanced Dell system will include a wide-screen format.
Laptop Mac*
2006-2007 Standards
Vendor/Models
CIT will continue to specify two models from Apple to meet the needs of users with basic computing needs as well as those with higher computing needs. CIT will work with our vendor to select systems which are capable of doing the work and reasonable in cost.
*Laptop Package
CIT will provide the following items as part of each laptop
package:
- Laptop computer with Calvin's standard specifications
- Standard Calvin software (e.g. Office, GroupWise, etc.)
- External optical scroll mouse
- Carry case (choice of briefcase or backpack style)
- Security cable
- A/C power adapter
Any items wanted/needed beyond this laptop package must be paid
for by the department or individual. These items may include an
extra A/C power adapter, a port replicator, or an external keyboard.
Monitors
Dell Computer will continue to provide 17" LCD flat panel displays with all new computers this year.
CRT monitors already deployed will remain in service for their planned life of 5 years. Where there is a demonstrated need CIT will upgrade CRT monitors to LCD displays.
Floppy Drives
Internal floppy disk drives will not be provided with any new desktop or laptop system in 2006-2007. Hardware vendors have been phasing these out for several years. Most Calvin users report that they never use the floppy drive.
Users are encouraged to transition to other portable options, including CD-RW or USB memory keys.
For users who must continue to use floppies, CIT will provide an external floppy drive. Please contact the Helpdesk to request an external floppy drive.
Small peripherals
CIT provides a complete standard computer system for each user which includes the standard keyboard and mouse. CIT strives to provide hardware that will meet the needs of the majority of users on campus.
CIT will provide upon request standard speakers or an external floppy disk drive.
Other small peripheral items, such as a different mouse or keyboard, USB memory key, etc. are not provided by CIT and can be purchased by the user and/or user's department.
These small peripheral items may be purchased from a variety of sources including, but not limited to, the Calvin Campus store, Corporate Express and local computer stores.
Previous Year Hardware Standards
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