Workstation Hardware & Software
Software Standards
Core Software Applications - Faculty Workstations
This is a list of software installed on standard Faculty workstations delivered by IT.
Macintosh - MacOS Sonoma (14) and Newer
- Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
- Adobe Creative Cloud Application Manager
- Audacity
- Camtasia
- Chrome
- Firefox
- Google Drive
- iTunes
- Java
- Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Read&Write
- Safari
- Snagit
- SSU PowerPoint Templates
- VLC
- Zoom
Windows 11 Education
- 7-Zip
- Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
- Adobe Creative Cloud Application Manager
- Chrome
- Edge Chromium
- Firefox
- Java
- KeePass
- Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Notepad++
- VLC
- Zoom
Core Software Applications - Staff Workstations
This is a list of software installed on standard Staff workstations delivered by IT.
Macintosh - MacOS Sonoma (14) and Newer
- Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
- Adobe Creative Cloud Application Manager
- Audacity
- Camtasia
- Chrome
- Firefox
- iTunes
- Java
- Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Read&Write
- Safari
- Snagit
- SSU PowerPoint Templates
- Stuffit Expander
- VLC
- Zoom
Windows 11 Education
- 7-Zip
- Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
- Adobe Creative Cloud Application Manager
- Chrome
- Edge Chromium
- Firefox
- Java
- KeePass
- Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
- Notepad++
- VLC
- Zoom
Computer Platforms (Hardware)
Note: Product links in the following tables do not always display the exact specifications of the product you will receive. Each model has been customized to meet SSU requirements.
| Model | Display | CPU | Ram | Disk Size | Optical Drive | Video | Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2 Mac Mini | 24" Dell P2423D Monitor (Resolution 2560x1440) | Apple M2 chip | 16GB | 256GB SSD Hard Drive | None | Apple M2 Integrated GPU | None |
| 13" M2 MacBook Air | 13.6" Liquid Retina display with True Tone | Apple M2 | 8GB | 256GB SSD Hard Drive | None | Apple M2 Integrated GPU | FaceTime HD camera |
| Model | Display | CPU | Ram | Disk Size | Optical Drive | Video | Camera |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Desktop: Dell OptiPlex SFF | 24" Dell P2423D Monitor (Resolution 2560x1440) | Intel 13th Gen i5-13500 | 16GB | 256GB SSD | None | Intel 13th Gen i5-13500 Integrated Graphics | None |
| PC Laptop: Dell Latitude 5440 | 14" 1920x1080 Full HD IPS Display | 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U | 16GB | 256GB SSD | None | 13th Gen Intel Core i5-1335U Integrated Graphics | Integrated Webcam |
Handheld Device Hardware Support
IT does not currently support Handheld Devices. IT does not offer any support on Smart Phones or Handheld Devices aside from basic Email setup and WiFi connectivity.
Operating Systems
| Operating System | Level of Support |
|---|---|
| macOS 14.x (Sonoma) | Recommended |
| macoOS 13.x (Ventura) | Recommended |
| macOS 12.x (Monterey) | Supported |
| macoOS 11.x (Big Sur) | Unsupported |
| Mac OS 10.15 (Catalina) | Unsupported |
| Mac OS 10.14 (Mojave) | Unsupported |
| Mac OS 10.13 (High Sierra) | Unsupported |
| Mac OS 10.12 (Sierra) | Unsupported |
| Operating System | Level of Support |
|---|---|
| Windows 11 Education | Recommended |
| Windows 10 Education | Supported |
| Windows 8 | Unsupported |
| Windows 7 | Unsupported |
| Windows XP | Unsupported |
Unix
People using Unix systems (including all variants of Unix, Linux, Solaris, etc.) must demonstrate administrative competence and responsibility. Support will be offered on a case by case basis. IT reserves the right to perform periodic security audits of any Unix computer on campus, and terminate network access if/when security becomes a problem.
Improperly configured Unix-based computers present a substantial security hazard for the entire campus.
External Hardware - Recommended & Pre-approved
The following devices have been reviewed by IT and are recommended for most users in common situations. If you have questions about compatibility with your computer, please contact the IT Help Desk. IT Purchase Review is not required for the following items, but if you have any questions before purchasing please contact [email protected](link sends e-mail).
| Type | Compatibility Note | Recommended Model |
|---|---|---|
| PC Docking Stations | Depends on machine. Our standard HP and Dell Laptops use these. | HP USB-C Docking Station G5, Dell WD15 Monitor Dock 4K with 130W Adapter, USB-C |
| Mac Docking Stations | Depends on machine. Our standard Mac Laptop would work with this. | USB C Hub, 12 in 1 Multi-Port USB 3.0, Secure Docking Station with Charging Power, Audio, 4K HDMI, VGA, Gigabit Ethernet, Micro/SD Card Reader for iMac Pro, Chromebook, MacBook Pro 2018, 2017, 2016 |
| Phone headset | Leitner LH270 Single-Ear Wireless Telephone Headset for Office Phones | |
| USB Thumb Drive | Samsung 32GB BAR (METAL) USB 3.0 Flash Drive (MUF-32BA/AM) | |
| Encrypted Thumb Drive | Encrypted Flash Drive,DualAxon Password Protected Flash Drive Adopting Hardware Encryption Digital Keypad Metal Shell(16GB) | |
| Speakers | Logitech Multimedia Speakers Z200 with Stereo Sound for Multiple Devices - Black | |
| Ergonomic Keyboard | Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 for Business - Wired | |
| Ergonomic Mouse | Anker AK-UBA 2.4G Wireless Vertical Ergonomic Optical Mouse, 800 / 1200 /1600 DPI, 5 Buttons for Laptop, Desktop, PC, Macbook - Black | |
| USB Optical Drive | ROOFULL USB 3.0 External DVD Drive with Protective Storage Carrying Case Bag, Portable CD DVD +/-RW Drive Burner, Compatible for Windows 10/8/7 Laptop Computer Mac Macbook Pro HP Dell Asus Acer Lenovo | |
| Dongles | Used for our standard MacBook Pro | HooToo USB C Hub, USB C Adapter with Ethernet Port, 4K HDMI, 100W Power Delivery, 3 USB 3.0 Ports for MacBook Pro & Google Chromebook & and More Type C Laptops - Silver |
| Web Cam | Logitech C920S Pro HD Webcam with Privacy Shutter - Widescreen Video Calling and Recording, 1080p Camera, Desktop or Laptop Webcam, Black_with Shutter |