For PC:

• Windows Vista or Windows XP or Windows 7
  Limited support is provided for older operating systems and for Windows 7.  The Computer Help Desk will gladly assist with setup of other Operating Systems, but will limit support to 2 hours or 2 ResNet Tech appointments.  If still unable to connect to ResNet, the student will be referred to an outside vendor or SOS Consultant.
• Network card:  10BaseT (twisted pair) Ethernet card 
  If the vendor is installing the card, ask for the card address and the setup disk and instruction book.
• Network cable:  Category 5, 10BaseT (twisted pair) cable with RJ45 connectors at each end, suggested length between 7 feet and 25 feet.
• Internet applications and web browser (e.g. Internet Explorer,  Firefox)
• Word processing, spreadsheet and presentation programs recommended (e.g. Microsoft Office suite)

For Macintosh:

• Macintosh OS X 10.4 or Macintosh OS X 10.5 or Macintosh OS X 10.6 
  Limited support is provided for older operating systems and for OS X 10.6.  The Computer Help Desk will gladly assist with setup of other Operating Systems, but will limit support to 2 hours or 2 ResNet Tech appointments.  If still unable to connect to ResNet, the student will be referred to an outside vendor or SOS Consultant.
• Network card:  Built-in twisted pair Ethernet card
• Network cable:  Category 5, 10BaseT (twisted pair) cable with RJ45 connectors at each end, suggested length between 7 feet and 25 feet.
• Internet applications and web browser (e.g. Safari, Firefox)
• Word processing, spreadsheet and presentation programs recommended (e.g. Microsoft Office suite)

What if my computer does not meet the minimum configuration for the TCU ResNet?