Apple Computer Requirements and Recommendations
You will need an up-to-date computer to make full use of UCSD ResNet's connection. Following are the system requirements and recommendations for Mac computers for the 2009-2010 school year.
Minimum Macintosh Requirements 2009-2010
Below are the minimum required specifications for any Macintosh computer to be used on the network. It is not recommended to use a computer on campus under these specifications.
NOTE: Computers that do not meet the minimum requirements will receive limited support.- PowerPC Processor
- 512 MB RAM (1 GB Recommended)
- 20 GB hard drive with at least 15% free space
- 15" monitor (for desktop computers)
- OS 10.5 or higher with the latest software updates
- Ethernet adapter
- Current firewall program
- Current anti-virus software package
- Current Internet Web browser
Recommended Macintosh Computers 2009-2010
For students who intend to keep a computer for four years without a major upgrade:
| Desktop Computer | Laptop Computer | |
| Computer | 20" iMac with 2.66 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor | MacBook 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo |
| Operating System | OS X Version 10.6, fully updated with firewall enabled | OS X Version 10.6, fully updated with firewall enabled |
| RAM | 2 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Hard Drive | 320 GB | 250 GB |
| Networking Hardware | 10/100/1000 Ethernet adapter | 10/100/1000, 802.11 B/G/N |
| Software | Current Microsoft Office Suite and anti-virus software package | Current Microsoft Office Suite and anti-virus software package |
The UCSD Bookstore works closely with ResNet to find great deals for students on computers and network equipment.

