Personal Purchase Recommendation
Loyola University Chicago does not require students to have a personal computer. However, it is recommended. Whether you purchase a desktop or a laptop computer, it is important to balance quality and performance with cost. Loyola’s ITS staff make the following recommendations for system configurations.
| Windows Computers | Recommended | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Core i5 |
Core i3 |
| Memory | 4 GB |
4 GB |
| Hard Drive | 500 GB | 500 GB |
| Wireless Card | 802.11n | 802.11g |
| Optical Drives | DVD-RW (Dual Layer) |
DVD-RW |
| Operating System | Windows 7 | Windows 7 |
| Software | Microsoft Office 2010 | Microsoft Office 2010 |
| Warranty | 3 year (parts and labor) | 1 year (parts and labor) |
| Apple Computers | Recommended | Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Core i7 |
Core i5 |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Hard Drive | 750 GB | 500 GB |
| Wireless Card | 802.11/n | 802.11/n |
| Optical Drives | DVD-RW | DVD-RW |
| Operating System | Lion | Snow Leopard |
| Software | Office 2011 | Office 2011 |
| Warranty | AppleCare Protection Plan |
AppleCare Protection Plan |
For more information about purchasing personal technology, please click here. Lastly, checkout the CNET Reviews site as you may find helpful information in making your selection.
Date Revised: 11/26/12
