3Com 3C905C-TX 10/100baseT Net card ($ 30) *suggested choice*
Integrated net card, or other as noted below
What type of case would you like?
3/4
Tower ATX for Pentium 4 ($70) *suggested choice*
No
Case, or case to be described later
What type of motherboard would you like?
Desktop Motherboard Selections
ASUS socket 478 (P4P800 Deluxe) motherboard for DDRAM memory with firewire and Raid with AGP graphics - ($120)
ASUS socket LGA 775 (P5GDC Deluxe)motherboard for DDR2 - 800 Mhz FSB with PCI Express X 16 graphics - ($155)
No Motherboard, or Motherboard to be described later.
What type of CPU (microprocessor) would you like?
Note: Many different CPU choices are available. The most
popular are listed below. Call for more information if interested.
Socket 478 Processor Selections
3.2 Ghz P4 - ($255)
Socket LGA 775 Processor Selections
2.6 Ghz P4 - ($170)
3.0 Ghz P4 - ($215)
3.4 Ghz P4 - ($315)
3.8 Ghz P4 - ($685)
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CPU, or CPU to be described later.
CPU stands for Central Processing Unit and
is the part of the computer that performs math and manipulation of data
in memory. MHz (megahertz) refers to the clock speed of the microprocessor.
In general, the larger the number, the faster the computer will run applications,
especially math-intensive operations. Note that overall speed at
which a 3000-MHz CPU runs applications is not necessarily 50 percent
faster than a 2000-MHz CPU.
Fans are provided by Intel with the Processor, however some people have found
the fan noise of 3.0 Ghz processors and faster to be objectionable in some
rooms and conditions. We offer the following low noise fan which we
recommend for high speed processors
Low noise CPU
Fan(Socket 478 only) ($30)
No CPU Fan
How many megabytes of memory (RAM) would you like?
Note: Configurations other then those listed are available
on some motherboards. Select SIMM memory for Pentium motherboards and DIMM
memory for Pentium II or III motherboards - Some Pentium 4 motherboards use
RDram and others use SDram and still others use DDram - call for details (3-5937)
Note: SIMM, SDRAM and RDRAM memory has been removed from the order form - call for pricing
if needed.
Note: Most current motherboards will accomodate at least 1000 Mb ram (1Gb). Make a note below if you would like more then 1Gb.
DDR Memory Selections (PC3200)
256
MB DDRAM ($33)
512
MB DDRAM ($53)
1.0
GB DDRAM ($100)
DDR2 Memory Selections (PC4200)
256
MB DDR2 ($53)
512
MB DDR2 ($73)
1.0
GB DDR2 ($155)
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Memory or memory to be described later
Memory (RAM) is the temporary storage your computer uses
to run the operating system and application programs. It's measured in
megabytes
(MB); one megabyte is roughly one million bytes (one byte is needed
to store a single character). While 256 MB is sufficient for most
applications, 512 MB will make some applications run faster and will allow
you to have even more applications running concurrently. Note that the
contents of memory disappear when your computer is turned off, and that
memory is distinct from hard disk space (also measured in megabytes).
What kind of keyboard would you like?
101
AT Keyboard ($20)
Microsoft
Natural Keyboard ($30)
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Keyboard, or Keyboard to be described later.
The Focus with Built-In Calculator has a numeric keypad
that can be switched into calculator mode, providing a simple, yet easily-accessible
calculator. The Microsoft Natural keyboard has a curved, ergonomic design
that purports to increase hand and wrist comfort and decrease the likelihood
of repetitive-stress injuries. All the keyboards have keys that are for
use in Windows. These keys are not necessary but may be a convenience
for some users.
Mouse and Mouse Pad
A mouse is required to effectively use most of
today's software.
Microsoft
Intelli Optical Mouse (5 buttons and wheel) and Pad ($20) *suggested choice*
Kensington
Trackball ($79)
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Mouse, or pointing device to be described later
What type of mouse pad would you like? The following three mouse pads are available at no extra cost when
purchased with a mouse. They are $1.50 when purchased seperately.
Grey
Blue
Red
Elegance can be practical. The following mouse pads have a nap that helps to keep
your mouse clean. With care, the pads can be cleaned when dirty(see below) - the price, just $15. (Click mouse pad to see a bigger picture.)
- not all designs always in stock. Some designs not pictured are available call 3-5937. Check Mouserug.com to see all designs that can be ordered.
"How to clean your MouseRug
MouseRugs may be hand washed with mild soap by applying the soap to a clean sponge or cloth and scrubbing the fiber surface.
Avoid washing the fringe to maintain its original appearance.
Rinse (again avoiding the fringe if possible) and then place on a flat surface to air dry. You will find that with repeated washings
the MouseRug will become softer and softer to the touch.
Unlike mouse pads, with normal use and care, Lextra MouseRugs will easily last many, many years while retaining their original appearance and functionality.
We don't know how long they last, actually, because we've been making Lextra MouseRugs for more than 5 years and have never seen one wear out
or lose its original appearance!"
What size hard disk would you like?
Hints on selecting a hard drive: Select a drive with enough room for the operating system and applications (about 2 - 3 Gb as delivered)
plus any applications you need to add and the documents or data you need to store. If you get a 2nd hard drive for backup purposes, this
second drive will typically be the larger. Expect to store 3 to 5 or more copies of your documents or data and no applications on
your 2nd backup drive. Typical sizes might be 40 Gb for the 1st drive and 60 - 120 Gb for the 2nd. These are just guidelines, anything is possible.
ATA Hard drive Selections
20
GB ($61)
40
GB ($64)
80
GB ($65)
120
GB ($85)
250
GB ($135)
SATA Hard drive Selections
80
GB ($70)
120
GB ($93)
250
GB ($155)
No Hard Disk, or Hard Disk to be described later.
The hard disk drive provides permanent storage for the
operating system, applications programs, documents, and other data files.
The larger the hard disk, the more software and files you can keep on your
computer. Hard disk size is measured in megabytes (MB - roughly millions
of bytes) or gigabytes (GB - roughly billions of bytes). Keep in mind that
if your computer is connected to the network you will want to store your
critical documents and data files on your Waisman Network drive because
these are automatically backed up to tape every night.
Under some circumstances it is not practical to keep large amounts of
data on a network drive. When this is the case you can get protection from
hard drive failure by utilizing a second hard drive as a backup device
for your first hard drive.
Would you like a Second Hard Disk for backup or additional storage?
Note that multiple drives can often be configured in various RAID
configurations if you desire. Please contact us at 3-5937 for more information.
2nd ATA Hard drive Selections
20
GB ($61)
40
GB ($64)
80
GB ($65)
120
GB ($85)
250
GB ($135)
2nd SATA Hard drive Selections
80
GB ($70)
120
GB ($93)
250
GB ($155)
No Hard Disk, or Hard Disk to be described later.
Do you need a Zip drive?
IDE
internal 250 Mb Zip ($66)
IDE
internal 750 Mb Zip ($79)
No
Jaz or Zip drive.
A Zip drive will give you the ability to backup
or transport relatively large amounts of data. The Zip drive
has removable media, like a floppy drive (1.44 Mb), but unlike a floppy
drive, a Zip cartridge can hold about 100 Mb, 250 Mb, or 750Mb depending on the drive
and media.
Do you need a PCI SCSI Card for Plug N Play motherboard?
PCI
SCSI Card ($ 40)
No
SCSI Card
Do you need a SCSI Cable for an external SCSI Zip or Jaz drive?
SCSI
Cable for external SCSI Zip or Jaz drive (3ft.) ($17)
No
SCSI Cable
What kind(s) of floppy drive(s) would you like?
Select your A drive
1.44.
MB ($ 9) *suggested choice*
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floppy drive, or floppy to be described later.
Select your B drive if any
1.44
MB ($ 9)
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B drive, or B drive to be described later. *suggested choice*
Floppy disk drives are used to copy software onto your
hard disk or copy files onto diskettes for transport to other computers.
The use of floppy diskettes to distribute new software is being supplanted
by CD's. The 5¼ -inch diskettes are obsolete.
What kind of CD-ROM drive would you like?
Desktop Optical drive Selections
Sony CDROM 52x32x52(OEM model CDU5215B2 - no visible logo)
($19)
Sony CD-RW 52x32x52(OEM model CRX230EE - no visible logo)
($29)
Plextor CD-RW (52x24x52) - Model PX-W5224TA ($75)
New - Write DVD movies or store up to 4.7 Gb of data on a DVD-RW disk.
Sony DVD+RW/-RW/+R/-R/CD Double layer - Model DRU710A($115)
Sony DVD+RW/-RW/+R/-R/CD Double layer (OEM model DWD26A - no visible logo)($59)
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CD-ROM, or CD-ROM to be described later.
The CD-ROM's we use are typically Mitsumi, Plextor or Sony
depending on availability. A single CD-ROM disc can hold 650 MB. Thus,
they are used for distributing new software and huge
libraries of files (such as clip art and fonts). The 54x means Fifty-four speed
and is a common CD-ROM drive speed used today. Note that CD-ROMs
can be used only to read pre-recorded programs and data; but CD-RW will allow you to store
data on a CD-ROM as you can on a hard disk or floppy diskette. Getting
a CD-ROM drive is highly recommended since it greatly facilitates installing
new software.
What kind of monitor would you like?
CRT monitors are no longer listed. Call for availability
All specifications cannot be shown on this order sheet so please check the
manufacturers website for details. Higher priced models often have more brightness, higher contrast,
greater viewing angles, and other features
17" Flatscreen monitors
Advueu 17 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) with speakers ($220)
Advueu
Products
Viewsonic VE710b 17 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) without speakers ($255)
Dell 17 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) without speakers ($269)
Viewsonic VG710b 17 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) with speakers ($310)
Viewsonic VP171b 17 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) without speakers - with pivot ($345)
19" Flatscreen Monitors
Advueu
19 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) with speakers($305)
Dell
19 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024)without speakers($365)
Viewsonic
VG910b 19 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) with speakers($385)
Viewsonic
VG191b 19 inch Viewscreen (1280x1024) without speakers - with pivot($469)
20" flatscreen Monitors
Dell
20 inch Viewscreen (1600x1200) without speakers($589)
Viewsonic
VP201b 20 inch Viewscreen (1600x1200) without speakers - with pivot ($695)
Viewsonic
VP211b 20 inch Viewscreen (1600x1200) without speakers - with pivot ($910)
23" Flatscreen Monitors
Viewsonic
VP230mb 23 inch Viewscreen (1600x1200) with speakers($1650)
Viewsonic
VP231wb 23 inch Viewscreen (1920x1200) without speakers - with pivot - wide screen format($1595)
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Monitor, or Monitor to be described later.
Check out Viewsonic
Products for Specifications
The above monitors are all color displays. The larger
the monitor, the larger the windows or number of items or size of documents
you can see at once. The smaller the Dot Pitch (dp) the crisper the image
will be on the screen. A display adapter is required to drive the
monitor...
Which graphics adapter would you like?
AGP Graphics Selections
Matrox
Millenia G450 AGP 32 Meg ($88) *suggested choice*
ATI 9200SE
128 Meg ($54)
PCI Express X 16 Graphics Selections
ATI X300SE 128 Meg ($60)
ATI X300SE
256 Meg ($70)
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Graphics Adapter or Adapter to be described later
What kind of sound card would you like?
Most motherboards now include integrated sound, and so
do not require an additional sound card.
Sound
Blaster 128 PCI ($ 16) *suggested choice*
No Sound Card, or to be described later
A sound board enables your computer to play music, speak,
and emit other interesting sounds. While not absolutely required, many
applications are enhanced by sound.
Would you like stereo speakers?
Creative
SBS 4.1, 66 watts, 5 pieces ($40)
Creative
SBS 15, 2 pieces ($10)
No Speakers, or to be described later
If you have a sound board, you should also have speakers.
Speakers are sometimes
included with a monitor. If so, they need not be purchased separately.
What type of modem would you like?
US Robotics 56.6 V.92 - Voice Internal Modem ($39)
No Modem, or Modem to be described later
A modem allows your computer to access other computers
via an ordinary telephone line. In general, a modem is unnecessary if your
computer is connected to the network. A modem would probably be necessary
only for a computer installed at home.
Would you like a Printer?
Note that within the Waisman Center, most systems print to
a networked printer and so do not require a local printer. The printers
listed below can be networked, and are recommended for use within the center.
Inkjet technology and personal printers are sometimes used within the center,
but are not recommended for most applications as they are not designed
for the heavy printing loads common on most printers within the center.
Hewlett
Packard 4250N (Network ready, 1 Tray + manual, 35ppm) ($1100)
Hewlett
Packard 4250TN (Network ready, 2 Trays + manual,35ppm) ($1305)
Hewlett
Packard 4250DTN (Duplex capable, Network ready, 2 Trays + manual, 35ppm) ($1530)
Hewlett
Packard 2420DN (Duplex capable, Network ready, 1 Tray + manual, 19ppm) ($775)
Hewlett
Packard 2430DTN (Duplex capable, Network ready, 2 Trays + manual, 19ppm) ($945)
Caution! The following printers cannot be integrated
with the Waisman Network. They can be connected to a PC and
shared via Windows networking. This means that if connected to a PC
that is running, they can be accessed from other Windows networked PC's,
but they cannot be accessed from a VMS terminal. If the need to access
this printer from VMS or without a host PC will ever be necessary during
the life of the printer, select one of the printers above with an 'N' suffix.
Hewlett
Packard 4250 (1 Tray + manual, 35ppm) ($800)
Hewlett
Packard 2420 (1 Tray + manual, 19ppm) ($483)
Hewlett
Packard 2420D (Duplex capable, 1 Tray + manual, 19ppm) ($565)
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Printer, or Printer to be described later
While all are not listed here, most HP Printers and scanners are available. Please
check the HP homepage,
printer page or
scanner page for available models. Call us at 3-5937 for
current pricing.
Which operating system would you like?
Windows XP Pro with Waisman Network Connection ($150)
A Windows XP networked configuration includes Windows XP and media, and department licenses for Office XP,
Corel Office 2002, web browsing, email, and other utilities.
Please Note: Windows XP has many features and advantages that older systems do not have.
However, to run an application while in a network domain environment such as we have at Waisman, the applicaton must run in 'User'
not 'Administrator' mode. Older applications and some newer ones do not meet this requirement. We can usually configure such
software so it will work, but this may not be possible in all instances. Older peripherials such as printers
or scanners may not have XP drivers available and so may not work, or the XP drivers that are available
may not work in 'User' mode. In this case, the peripheral may have to be replaced. Also if a group of people work closely together
it may be disruptive to have one with a different operating system. In this case, we suggest that you determine if upgrading the
others is practical. Such an upgrade is usually practical with Pentium II or higher PCs, though a new hard drive and more memory
may be needed. Feel free to discuss your needs with Waisman Computing staff to help with your decision.
Windows
XP Pro ($150)
XP Pro only with Media
Windows
2000 Pro ($150)
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system Software, or System to be described later
The operating system is the software that performs
many of the "housekeeping" tasks of running a computer, like organizing
files, starting application software, and controlling the various peripheral
devices.
In the above list of options, license only means
that the operating system comes installed only on the computer's hard disk;
you receive no diskettes or CD-ROMs and no documentation. By with media
we mean that the operating system is installed on the hard disk, but you
get the original diskettes or CD-ROMs and any documentation included by
the manufacturer.
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