Minimum Computer Standards

 As computers get older, they require more maintenance. At a certain point in the life of a computer, the cost of the routine maintenance exceeds the amortization cost of a new machine. At this point, it actually costs the college more to maintain the old computer than to buy a new one.

To prevent this from occurring, Cuesta College requires that all computers eligible for repair are at or above a "minimum computer standard."  If a computer that is below this standard requires maintenance, the user will be advised that the computer is ineligible for repair and must be replaced. Several options for obtaining funds for a replacement are available:

Obtain Funds Through the Department
Contact the division chair through the department or division in which the computer will be located.

Request Emergency Funds from Cabinet
After Computer Services has determined that your system is out of date through a work order the department will inform the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President Administrative Services that maintaining your computer is no longer cost effective.  In addition, you must contact your Cabinet representative.  There is no guarantee that funds will be available.

Submit a Request to Receive a Migrated Computer
Computers meeting the minimum campus standards may be available from users who have upgraded to a new system.  To obtain a migrated computer, fill out a work order at http://support.cuesta.edu.

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Minimum PC's

• Processor:   Pentium III

• Speed:  1 GHz

• RAM:  512 MB

• Hard Drive: 40 GB

• Monitor: 17" CRT or 19" LCD

Minimum Mac's

• Processor:   G4

• Speed:  1 GHz

• RAM:  512 Mb

• Hard Drive:  40 GB

• Monitor:  17" CRT or 19" LCD

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