The University of Toledo

Recommended Computer Specifications for Students

When bringing your personal computer on campus, we recommend the specifications listed below.  Listed below the recommended specifications are the wireless cards that have been tested and are known to work without any problems.  This list will updated as we test more wireless cards.

Recommended Specifications

 

Feature	Minimum Recommended	Preferred (if applicable)	Rationale for Recommendation
Processor	Intel Core Duo processor (2.00 GHz) (Windows/Mac)	Intel Core Duo processor (2.4 GHz) (Windows/Mac)	The latest Windows operating systems and applications written for it will require advanced processors to be used effectively.
Memory	2GB	4GB	Memory demands for Windows 7 will require at least 2 gigabyte (GB) of memory.
Hard disk	120 GB	250 GB	This allows for storing of files from classes on the computer.  A backup solution is also recommended for storage.
Optical drive	CD-RW/DVD Recordable (burns/reads CDs and DVDs)	DVD-RW Recordable (burns/reads CDs and DVDs)	Recordable DVDs are more capable for backing up and transporting today’s larger computer files.
Networking	Built-in LAN 10/100 (Ethernet) for all systems; wireless for laptops (Windows: 802.11b/g/n; Mac: Airport Extreme)	Built-in LAN Gigabit (Ethernet) for all systems; wireless for laptops (Windows: 802.11n; Mac: Airport Extreme)	Wireless (802.11 N) is available in all residence halls.  Please do not bring any personal routers to campus as this will interfere with available wireless.
Video RAM	128 MB	256 MB	Windows Vista and 7 will require advanced graphics capabilities at a minimum of 128 MB.
Operating system	Windows Vista, 7; Mac OS 10.4	Windows 7 or Mac OS 10.4 or Higher	Windows 7 is the preferred operating systems on campus for students
Software	Microsoft Office, Anti-Virus Software	Microsoft Office, Anti-Virus Software	Every laptop should have anti-virus software for protection in addition to all the latest security patches
Warranty	4Year Limited Warranty	4Year Warranty with Complete Care	The warranty will cover the hardware in the laptop for 4 years in the case of any problems.  Complete care covers accidental damage as well as defective parts.

Wireless Cards Tested

 

	Windows XP SP2	Windows Vista	Windows 7	Mac OSX
Intel WiFi Link 5100 AGN	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Intel Pro/Wireless 2200BG	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Intel Pro/Wireless 2915ABG	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Dell TrueMobile 1300 MPCI	Supported	Not tested	Not tested	N/A
Intel Wireless WiFi 4965AGN	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Intel Wireless WiFi 3945 ABG	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Dell Wireless 1397 / 1510 Half Mini Card	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Intel WiFi Link 6250	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A
Intel WiFi Link 5000 series	Supported	Supported	Supported	N/A