· Computer Buying Guide

Computer Buying Guide

If you are planning to upgrade or purchase new computer hardware such as desktops, laptops, software or accessories we strongly encourage

you to consult with the Forestry Computing Helpdesk. Our support staff is willing to assist you with your purchase to ensure that you order the correct equipment that matches both our support requirements and your computing needs. Even if you are ordering the equipment with the intention of not having the device on network support, we still encourage you to check with the helpdesk for up-to-date information for ordering quality products. If you have more questions about the ordering process, such as pricing, please contact the Forestry Computing Helpdesk.

Here are current recommendations for desktop, laptop, and handheld computers:

Recommended Desktop

OptiPlex 960 Small Form Factor: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo Processor E8300 (2.83GHz, 6M, VT, 1333MHz FSB)
Memory: 4.0GB DDR2 Non-ECC SDRAM, 667MHz, (2DIMM)
Keyboards: Dell USB Keyboard, No Hot Keys
Monitor: Dell 20 inch UltraSharp™ 2007WFP Widescreen
Video Card: 256MB ATI Radeon 2400 XT, Dual Monitor DVI or VGA
Boot Hard Drives: 250GB SATA 3.0Gb/s and 8MB DataBurst Cache™
Floppy Drive: No Floppy Drive
Operating System(s): Genuine Windows® XP Professional, SP2
Mouse: Dell USB 2-Button Optical Mouse with Scroll
Integrated Network Adapter (NIC): Integrated Intel Gigabit (10/100/1000)
Removable Media Storage Devices:8X Slimline DVD+/-RW Roxio Creator™ CyberlinkPowerDVD™
Audio Solutions: Integrated AC97 Audio
Speakers:Dell AS501 Sound Bar for all UltraSharp Flat Panel Displays
Hardware Support Services: 3 Year Limited Warranty plus 3 Year NBD On-Site Service

Recommended Laptop

Latitude E6400: Intel® Core™ 2 Duo P9500 (2.53GHz) 6M L2 Cache, 1066MHz FSB
Display: 14.1 inch Wide Screen WXGA+ LED Display
Video Card: 256MB NVIDIA® Quadro NVS 160M™
Memory: 4.0GB, DDR2-800 SDRAM, 2 DIMMS
Hard Drive: 250GB Hard Drive, 9.5MM, 7200RPM
Operating System: Genuine Windows® XP Professional, SP2
AC Adapter: 65W AC Adapter
Module Bay Devices: 8X DVD+/-RW w/Roxio Digital Media™ and Cyberlink Power DVD™
Wireless Networking Options: Dell Wireless™ 1397 802.11g Mini Card
Batteries: 6 Cell Primary Battery
Carrying Case:Large Nylon Carrying Case
Hardware Support Services: 3 Year Limited Warranty plus 3 Year NBD On-site Service and CompleteCare
File System: NTFS File System for all Operating Systems