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Minimum Computer Requirements for Fall 2009 COE Sophomores

Items Desktop Computer Laptop Computer
CPU Intel Compatible MHz Intel Compatible
RAM 2 GB (preferably 1 stick) 2 GB (preferably 1 stick)
Hard Drive 160 GB 160 GB
DVD/CDRW with software MPEGII support Internal or External Internal or External
Internet Access Required Required
  Wired Network 10 base-T network capability 1  
  Wireless Network   802.11b wireless network capability2
USB Two USB ports required Two USB ports required
Operating System Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista3,4 Windows XP Professional or Windows Vista3,4
Office Office 2007 Professional4 Office 2007 Professional4

Footnotes

  1. Most new computers have built-in Ethernet networking capabilities. If your computer does not, we suggest that you purchase a network card. These cards are available from a variety of sources including the UT Computer Store. More information is available at the Office of Information Technology wireless information web site. Contact the help desk at 865-974-9900 or helpdesk@utk.edu.
  2. Most new laptops have wireless network capability built in. If yours does not, you will need a USB or PCMCIA wireless network card compatible with your computer. Additional information is available at the Office of Information Technology wireless information web site. You may also contact the help desk at the number or e-mail listed above.
  3. Windows Vista Home Basic Edition is not compatible with some programs used at UT.
  4. These operating system and office software specifications are acceptable for students in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering and Computer Science. However, other operating systems (e.g. Linus, Mac OS) and office software (e.g. Open Office) are equally acceptable for students in these three programs. Individuals considering unusual software configurations may wish to check with the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science before purchasing.
  5. Students may purchase the student version of Office 2007 from the UT Computer Store for $75. This is significantly less than you would pay elsewhere.