Parents
Here are a few things parents might need to know about FGCU.
Does FGCU offer any discount on computers or software?
- Dell has machines already configured to meet FGCU's minimum rrquirements at a discounted price.
- FGCU offers software titles at a fraction of the cost to your son or daughter from JourneyEd.com. Visit the link for more information
Does FGCU's Computing Services provide any support for privately owned machines?
- Support for personally owned computers is limited to assistance with configuring the computer to access FGCU's network, assisting connecting to university resources, basic troubleshooting, and for students living on campus anti-virus assistance. Please Contact Computing Services at (239) 590-1188 for questions.
Where can I get help?
- If you need assistance with your computer, printer or peripheral device, you may wish to consult the manufacturer. You might also check to see if your computer is still under its manufactures warranty. If your computer does not fall within a warranty, we suggest you contact a local repair center that has the appropriate experience or certification to make repairs.
What kind of computer does my son or daughter need?
- Many students find laptop computers to be very helpful during their studies at FGCU. Laptops offer convenient access to FGCU’s network (wireless or wired), e-mail, and Internet resources. If you are planning to purchase a new laptop, FGCU’s Computing Services has worked with Dell to offer computers (laptop, or desktop) at a discounted price. To purchase a personal computer from Dell at special FGCU discounted pricing, please click here.
What are FGCU's minimum computer specifications?
PC Desktopp
Microsoft Windows XP Desktop
- Windows XP WITH SERVICE PACK 2(SP2)
- Pentium 4, 2.8GHz or greater
- 1GB memory or greater
- 40 GB Hard Drive or greater
- CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
- Keyboard / Mouse
- Antivirus software (McAfee provided by FGCU to students living on campus )
- 10/100 or faster Ethernet card
- LCD flat panel monitor
- Printer and Printer cable
- Optional: DVD+/-RW drive instead of CD_RW/DVD Combo drive
Microsoft Vista Desktop
- Microsoft Vista
- Dual Core Process 1.8GHz or greater
- 2GB memory (optimally expandable to 4GB)
- 80 GB Hard Drive or greater
- CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
- Keyboard / Mouse
- Antivirus software (McAfee provided by FGCU to students living on campus )
- 10/100 or faster Ethernet card
- LCD flat panel monitor
- 25 Foot Network cable
- Printer and Printer cable
- Optional: DVD+/-RW drive instead of CD_RW/DVD Combo drive
PC Laptop
Microsoft Windows XP Laptop
- Windows XP WITH SERVICE PACK 2(SP2
- Pentium M 1.66 GHz or greater
- 1GB Memory or greater
- 40 GB Drive or Greater
- CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
- AC Adapter
- Antivirus software (McAfee provided by FGCU to students living on campus )
- 10/100 or faster Ethernet card
- Printer and Printer cable
- Wireless 802.11 (a/b/g)
- Optional: DVD+/-RW drive instead of CD_RW/DVD Combo drive
Microsoft Vista Laptop
- Microsoft Vista
- Dual Core Process 1.8GHz or greater
- 2GB Memory (optimally expandable to 4GB)
- 80 GB Drive or Greater
- CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive
- AC Adapter
- Antivirus software (McAfee provided by FGCU to students living on campus )
- 10/100 or faster Ethernet card
- Wireless Network card (802.11 a/b/g)
- Printer and Printer cable
- Optional: DVD+/-RW drive instead of CD_RW/DVD Combo drive
Mac Desktop
- Mac OS X 10.x or greater
- Dual 2.0 GHz PowerPC G5 or 1.8GHz, or greater
- 1GB of memory or greater
- 40GB Hard drive
- CD-RW/DVD combo drive
- LCD flat panel monitor
- Antivirus software (FGCU does not provide antivirus, but ClamXav is a free download.)
- 10/100 or faster Ethernet card
- Printer and Printer cable
- Optional: SuperDrive instead of CD-RW/DVD combo drive
Mac Laptop
- Mac OS X 10.x or greater
- 1.25 GHz PowerPC G4 or 1.8GHz Duo, or greater
- 1GB of memory or greater
- 40GB Hard drive or greater
- CD-RW/DVD combo drive
- Antivirus software (FGCU does not provide antivirus, but ClamXav is a free download.)
- 10/100 or faster Ethernet card
- Printer and Printer cable
- AirPort Extreme Card (802.11 a/b/g)
- Optional: SuperDrive instead of CD-RW/DVD combo drive
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