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Note: For liability reasons the Helpdesk does not support personal computers, however if the issue is a software related one such as a virus or something similar, we would advise you on how to repair the problem. If the issue is more hardware related, we then can point you in the right direction for a local repair center. Bring your operating system installation software with you to campus in case you need to re-install or repair your OS. Helpdesk cannot install OS software for personal computers.

Personal Computing Recommendations for Students

  • Mac/Apple
    • Intel iMac or MacBook Mac OS X 10.5 or greater*
    • 4GB of RAM or greater
    • 256GB hard drive or greater
    • DVD±RW dual layer 1GB or greater
    • External Storage Device (USB key or hard drive)
    • MS Word/Office 2011 or later
    • Micromat TechTool Pro
    • Avast Anti-Virus
  • Windows/PC
    • Microsoft Windows - Current Version
    • 4GB of Ram or greater
    • 250 GB or larger Hard Drive or SSD
    • External Storage Device (USB Hard Drive or Flash Drive)
    • MS Word / Office 2016 or 365 or later
    • Antivirus software (active and up-to-date)
      OR
    • Chromebook with Google Apps
  • Educational Pricing
    • For more information and educational pricing on Apple products, visit the Apple website
    • For more information and educational pricing on Dell products, visit the Dell website.
    • For student discounts on Microsoft products, including Windows and Office Suite, visit the Microsoft Student website

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