Although we have student labs equipped with high-quality computers and software, the labs are usually quite busy and you may have to wait on line during peak times. Owning your own notebook will lessen or eliminate your reliance on the labs, so you can complete your work more conveniently. The Information Technology department provides the following guidelines to assist your purchasing decision. Contact your vendor for other support issues. See the Notebook Support Policy TechBrief for further information.
Name brands are generally easier to configure, better supported by the vendor, and more reliable.
500MHz Pentium III processor or higher is recommended. Ethernet cards enable you to connect directly to the Law School network via the jacks throughout the Law School buildings, giving you email, file, and print services, and a direct connection to the University s T3 Internet connection. In general, identify your budget and get the best notebook you can within that range. Please note we do NOT support Windows 2000. Norton AntiVirus is recommended.