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Whitman Student Computer Recommendations
| Computer Type |
Small chassis notebook, under 4.5lbs |
| Screen Size |
13”-14” |
| Operating System |
Windows 7 |
| RAM |
4 GB |
| Warranty |
3-4 year coverage with matching length accidental coverage |
| Software |
Microsoft Office Professional Academic 2010 |
The Whitman School has been designed with student computing needs in mind, from the building wide full high-speed wireless coverage to the many charging stations in classrooms and team rooms. The recommendations above are designed so that students can best take advantage of the environment provided. We recommend a small sub 4.5lbs notebook computer so that students may collaborate wherever they want.
Because there are so many different Windows based computers available our recommendations are designed so that students can find the model that best fits their needs while making sure it will work for required course work.
Students looking for a Whitman recommended configuration can go to the SU Bookstore and view the recommended Dell Vostro 3350 or Dell Latitude E6230. Please feel free to use this system as baseline for further computer shopping if you wish.
Students looking to bring Non-Windows Based computers
Whitman students are provided academic software and computing resources for use on their personal computers whenever possible. Unfortunately, use of provided software and computer resources on non-Windows computers is more complicated and in certain cases not possible.
Students electing to bring an Apple notebook need to have Microsoft Windows installed via Apple Bootcamp, Parallels Desktop or VMWare Fusion. Students who do not own Microsoft Windows, or are unsure if they have an appropriate Microsoft Windows license for this use please contact Whitman Technology Services for assistance.
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Computer Repair
Whitman students may go to the Whitman Student Computing Coordinator for troubleshooting and repair of all hardware and software issues. Our Student Computing Coordinator will also facilitate ordering of warranty repair parts if necessary.
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Wireless Computing
AirOrangeX, Syracuse University's high-speed wireless network provides an encrypted secure connection (802.1x) to the SU network. The wireless network is currently available in all University residential facilities, South Campus apartments, and in many University buildings located both on and off campus. To configure your laptop or other wireless device which supports 802.1x please follow the instructions here.
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Remote Access (VPN)
Syracuse University offers VPN access via the SURA (Syracuse University Remote Access) utility. Using SURA remotely allows users with a NetID access to their network storage (drives G and H), printing to networked printers and other tools otherwise only available when using an office or lab computer on campus.
Faculty and Staff who would like to remotely access SU’s computing network and information systems must read the requirements and policies for access and attend training. For more information, please click here.
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Mobile Computing
Whitman staff and faculty interested in mobile computing/smartphone use should contact Whitman Technology Services for assistance in Suite 114. Technology Services has experience with a wide range of available devices, operating systems and cell companies to tailor recommendations to each user’s requirements. Often we are able to provide demonstrations and test equipment to assist in the decision making process. Whitman recommends the use of AT&T or Verizon for mobile computing data plans.
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MSDN Academic Alliance
The Whitman Schools is part of the MSDN Academic Alliance. The program provides access to the latest Microsoft software for our labs, classrooms, and student PCs. The program has two primary goals:
- To make it easier and less expensive for academic institutions to obtain Microsoft Developer tools, platforms, and servers for instructional and research purposes.
- To build a community of instructors who can share curricula and other learning resources to support the use of these technologies.
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Training & Support
Whitman Technology Services is dedicated to assisting users work with the latest technology. We offer training on a variety of topics including Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, and Blackboard. Our technical support responsibilites include, but are not limited to: desktop computing, file systems, streaming servers, web design, and development.
Training sessions are scheduled during the school year. To request a training session or request help please contact Technology Services in Suite 114, (315) 443-2342 or wsmhelp@syr.edu.
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