

HWS has partnered with our preferred vendors to offer some configurations that meet our recommended configuration. Please visit the links below to get more information regarding your platform of choice:
Architectural Studies Recommended Configuration:
Software may be ordered through the Help Desk at an educational discount. Contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@hws.edu or 315-781-4357.
It is our expectation that if you bring a computer to campus, you are responsible for:
We provide:
Network setup (instructions are available).
If you are unsuccessful and meet the above criteria, you can bring your computer to the Help Desk and a technician will evaluate and fix the problem. If it is a hardware-related problem, you are responsible for all repairs.
Processor
Pentium Dual Core, Core Duo processor equivalent (PC or Apple)
Memory
2GB RAM or higher
Hard drive (storage)
160 GB or higher
Disc drive
CD-RW / DVD-ROM or CD-RW / DVD-RW
Wireless
built-in
Warranty
3 or 4 year part and labor
Insurance
Safeware accidental damage protection (see http://www.safeware.com/hobartwilliamsmith)
Operating system
Windows 7, Vista, or XP Professional
Apple Macintosh OS X 10.6, 10.5, or 10.4
(Windows 7 and Apple Macintosh 10.6 are available for sale at the Help Desk)
Productivity
Microsoft Office Enterprise 2010 (PC) or Microsoft Office 2011 (Apple)
A list of prices for various software and other IT services is available.
For information regarding student computer requirements or recommendations at HWS please contact the Help Desk at helpdesk@hws.edu.