Computer Recommendations and Requirements
Recommendations
If you are purchasing a new computer:
For Windows computers, OIT recommends either a 3GHz, Pentium IV system or higher or Intel Core 2 duo, 1.86 Ghz
with a minimum of 1 GB RAM, a 10/100 network card, and Windows XP Professional or VISTA. We also recommend at least a
60GB hard drive, a cd-rom and a cd-rw drive, and working USB ports. For Macintosh users, the
recommended standard would be 1 Ghz or better and OSX operating system.
Minimum Requirements
If you already have a computer:
Students attending Berry College during the 2008-2009 year should be aware of some changes in the
minimum requirements for personal computers that will be used to access the Berry College network and
the Internet. Student computers must meet these minimum requirements to be eligible to connect to
the Berry network.
| IBM Compatible PC's | Macintosh Compatible PC's |
| Windows XP Professional w/ SP3, XP Home or XP Media Center | Mac OS 10.3 or higher |
| 2.4 Ghz Pentium system or higher | 1 GHz or higher Processor |
| CD ROM or DVD Drive | CD ROM or DVD Drive |
| At least 1 GB free hard drive space | At least 500 Mb free h/d space |
| 1 GB of RAM (minimum) | 512 MB of RAM (minimum) |
| Working Network Ethernet Card | Working Network Ethernet Card |
All students connecting from a residence hall will be required to electronically register their computer(s) before using the internet. When first detected by the Berry network, student's personal computers will automatically be directed to the "Welcome to Berry College Network" page where they will complete a process to gain access to the Berry network and Internet.
The Student's Responsibility
It is the student's responsibility to ensure that their computer: a) meets Berry College's requirements, b) that it is free from viruses and spyware and c) that data is backed up and protected on a regular basis (there are several free sources for this on the internet).
Where to get help
Berry College does not work on student-owned computers. However, there are local companies that can perform computer work for a fee. They are an independant contractor and thus are not endorsed by the college even though we are very familiar with their work. Also, the BITS crew is available for both on and off campus service calls at a rate of $25.00 per hour.
- Alto Computer at 610 Shorter Avenue, Rome (706-295-1020)
- Circuit City at 2700 Martha Berry Highway NE, Rome (706-378-0414)
- BITS Crew, Berry College, Mount Berry
***Please contact vendor for pricing information***