ResNet Central

West Chester University

Richard A. Jackson
ResNet Central Manager
Ground Floor Brandywine Hall Rm 003
West Chester, PA 19383
610-436-2660
Fax: 610-738-0591
resnet@wcupa.edu

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Looking to buy your student a new computer?

Need a little help?

It’s easy! Just stick to the basics!

The State System of Higher Education, which includes West Chester University, has a special agreement with Lenovo (formerly IBM's consumer division) for HIGHLY discounted computer purchases. Click here for special pricing. 90% of our campus uses Windows - technical support for students with Mac computers is limited to ResNet Central.

Recommended Computer Specs for Windows Computers

 Operating System:

Windows XP
(Home, Pro, Media Editions)

 Windows Vista
(Basic, Premium, Ultimate Editions)
 Processor: Industry standard processor (Intel Core 2 Duo Processor or higher, AMD Athlon 64 X2, AMD Turion 64 X2, etc.)
 Memory:   1 GB
2 GB Preferred 		  2 GB
3 GB Preferred
 Hard Drive:   100 GB   300 GB
 Networking: Ethernet (network) port/card (and a Wireless card for laptops)
  CD and/or CD/DVD combo drive with CD burning capabilities

Software Applications

All of the software recommended or required is available for free download at the ResNet Software Download page.

** Microsoft Office is NOT available for free download.

  • Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007** or equivalent such as Open Office
  • Anti-Virus Software (Antivirus is MANDATORY to connect to the Residential Network.
  • Anti-Spyware Software (i.e., Windows Defender)

Accessories

  • Flash Drive (also known as a “Pocket Drive”)
  • Ethernet (network) cable of 15' or more
  • Security Cable-Lock/Device (for laptops)

Tips

  • Stick with a brand name you can trust
  • Remember to use your Student ID for discounts
  • Look into extended manufacturer warranties