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 2008-2009 school year.
Minimum Macintosh Requirements 2008-2009
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
- 256 MB RAM (512 Recommended)
- 4 GB hard drive with at least 15% free space
- 15" monitor
- OS 10.2 or higher with the latest software updates
- Ethernet adapter
- Current firewall program
- Current anti-virus software package
- Current Internet Web browser
Recommended Macintosh Computers 2008-2009
For students who intend to keep a computer for four years without a major upgrade:
| Desktop Computer | Laptop Computer | |
| Computer | 20" iMac with 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor | MacBook 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo |
| Operating System | OS X Version 10.5, fully updated with firewall enabled | OS X Version 10.5, fully updated with firewall enabled |
| RAM | 2 GB RAM | 2 GB RAM |
| Hard Drive | 320 GB | 160 GB |
| Networking Hardware | 10/100/1000 Ethernet adapter | 10/100/1000, 802.11 Pre-N/B/G |
| 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.
Ethernet Card Recommendations
The following Ethernet cards are recommended by ACT (formerly Network Operations). These recommendations are made by our staff members based on proven reliability and ease of use.
Recomended Ethernet Adapters
Astante or Farallon brand adapters
