Computer Desktops and Notebooks
To help ensure any desktop or notebook you purchase is compatible on Point Park University’s network and with University-related the student service systems, the minimum and suggested specifications are listed below for both PC and Macintosh computers.
- Please note that Email, PointWeb and Blackboard are primarily designed for a Microsoft Windows platform and Internet Explorer 6.x.
Minimum Requirements for PC Desktops or Notebooks
Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP
Processor: Intel Pentium 4
Processor Speed: 1.6 GHz
Video Memory: 16MB or higher
RAM: 768MB - 1GB
Hard Disk Space: 40 GB or higher
Wired Ethernet Adapter: 100MB
DVD-ROM
- Macintosh specifications should match this as closely as possible and should be at least a G4 model.
- Wireless Ethernet adapters and wireless network hubs/switches are not supported in dorm rooms. Wireless connections are only supported in designated areas on campus.
- Some instructors may require use of a floppy disk drive. External USB floppy drives are available from various resellers.
- Please note that different academic classes may have a different set of
- computer or software requirements.
Suggested Requirements for PC Desktops or Notebooks
Operating System: Microsoft Windows XP / Vista
Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.19 GHz
RAM: 1.5GB
Hard Disk Space: 120 GB
Wired Ethernet Adapter: 100/1000MB
DVD-Burner
- Macintosh specifications should match this as closely as possible and should be at least a G5 model.
