Laptop Computer Requirement

Laptop Computer Requirement and Recommendations for 2012-2013

All full and part-time MBA students and incoming undergraduate students are required to have a laptop computer.

The laptop requirement ensures that you will have access to the resources needed to successfully complete NYU Stern's program of study.

If you will be purchasing a laptop for your time at NYU Stern, we offer a NYU Stern laptop in partnership with Dell and Apple.  If you already own a laptop computer, or choose to select another model, please be sure that it meets our Recommended Configuration.

The type of laptop you choose will determine the level of support you receive from Stern IT. 

• NYU Stern Dell E6320 will receive Advanced Support.
• NYU Stern Dell XPS will receive Basic Support.
• Computers meeting the Recommended Configuration will receive Basic Support.
• Apple computers will receive Basic support.

Stern Laptop Models 2012-2013

The following recommended laptop models are available at the NYU Computer Store. Prices are subject to change. All listed models are equipped with a wireless card compatible with the NYU Stern wireless network.

Weights listed are approximate and may vary with configuration. All software is sold separately with the exception of the operating system. Pictures are for illustrative purposes only.

Dell E6320 Advanced Support	Dell XPS 13 Basic Support	Apple MacBook Pro 13" Basic Support
Intel Core i5-2540M Dual Core 2.60GHz, 3MB cache	Intel Core i5-2467M, 1.60 GHz	MacBook Pro 2.9GHz Dual-core Intel Core i7 – Aluminum Casing
Windows 7 Pro 64-bit	Windows 7 Pro 64-bit	Mac OS
13.3" WXGA(1366x768) Anti-Glare LED	13.3 in Hi-Def (720p) True Life WLED Display	13.3-inch (diagonal) LED-backlit glossy widescreen display
4.0GB, DDR3-1333MHz SDRAM, 1 DIMM	4GB, DDR3, 1333MHz	8GB 1600MHz DDR3 SDRAM - 2x4GB
500GB Hard Drive	256GB Solid State Drive	750GB Serial ATA Drive @ 5400 rpm
No Floppy Drive	No Floppy Drive	No Floppy Drive
Bluetooth	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Centrino Andvanced N 802.11 a/b/g/n	Centrino Andvanced N 802.11 a/b/g/n	802.11(n) Airport Extreme wireless
8X DVD+/-RW	No DVD drive	Superdrive 8x (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW), internal
Built-in webcam	Built-in webcam	Built-in iSight Camera
6 cell (58 Whr) Battery	6 cell (47 Whr) Battery	Built-in 10 hr battery
Weight: ~3.98 pounds	Weight: ~2.99 pounds	Weight: ~4.5 pounds
3 year Next Business Day Onsite Warranty and 3 year CompleteCare Accidental Damage Protection	3 year Next Business Day Onsite Warranty and 3 year CompleteCare Accidental Damage Protection	AppleCare Protection Plan for MacBook 3 years
		Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter included
$1,485.00 * SKU# 1090679	$1510.00* SKU# 1090526	$1611.00* SKU# 1090713
Requires purchase of the following software (if you don't already own a licensed version):		Recommend purchase of the following software (if you don't already own a licensed version or if you don't opt for Windows version instead, see below):
Office 2010 Pro Windows Student SKU# 1286979 $70.00		Office 2011 for Mac Student License and Media Bundle SKU # 1733722 $65.00
Total $1,555.00* Order from the NYU Computer Store (*prices subject to change)		Total $1,676.00* Order from the NYU Computer Store (*prices subject to change)
		Recommend purchase of the following if you will be a heavy MS Office user. This option will allow you to run Windows and the Windows version of MS Office on your Mac
		VMWare Fusion $49.99 SKU# 3669145
		MS Windows 7 Professional $299.99 SKU # 5378094

Please note: MS Office is required for both Mac and PC users and is available at a reduced price to students with valid NYU ID cards.

To order, visit the NYU Computer Store website.

Recommended Configuration

Hardware Requirements

• Dual Core Processor
• 4GB Dual Channel RAM
• 320 GB or more hard drive
• 12” or larger monitor
• 256 MB Graphics Card
• 6 hour battery life (recommended)
• 2 or more USB ports (recommended)
• 802.11b/g/n Wireless Adapter

Software Requirements

• English-language OS
• Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition or Mac OS 10.x
• Anti-Virus Software required – Stern provides free Symantec license
• Microsoft Office Home and Student - Word, Excel and Powerpoint (recommended)

Support

Support for the wireless network and laptop computing is provided by our HelpDesk located in KMC UC-120. The level of support will depend on the laptop. Basic support will be provided for the NYU Stern MacBook Pro and the Dell XPS listed above. Basic support will be provided for laptop meeting our recommend configuration requirements. Advanced support will be provided for the Stern Dell E6320 model.

Basic Support

Students with a laptop meeting the Minimum Configuration will receive Basic Support.  Basic Support provides "best-effort" assistance to access basic Stern resources including gmail, wireless network, web applications and printing to NYU Stern printers.  Access to advanced NYU Stern services including IMAP email are not guaranteed and may depend on the condition of the computer and its components.  The quality of the wireless access depends on the quality and condition of the wireless card. NYU Stern does not provide hardware assistance, including assistance to repair broken, disabled or faulty computers or computer components.

Advanced Support

Students who purchase a NYU Stern Recommended Dell Latitude E6320 (detailed above) will receive Advanced Support. Advanced Support provides assistance to access all NYU Stern resources including: gmail, desktop mail, wireless network, printing, and web applications.   Troubleshooting of NYU Stern-supported software will be provided.  NYU Stern IT will provide troubleshooting assistance and coordinate with Dell to provide hardware support should a hardware component in the laptop fail.  In the event that the laptop experiences critical software failures, NYU Stern IT will assist in restoring the laptop to the original factory software installation.

What level of support will your vendor provide?

Hardware components sometimes fail in laptop computers.  If you have a NYU Stern Recommended Dell laptop, we will be able to help you get the problem solved.  If you are planning to purchase a different laptop, be sure to ask about their service and support warranty.  Some vendors provide on-site, next business day support while others provide mail-in support that may result in a three-week, or longer, turnaround period.  You may have the option to purchase premium level support, which is recommended, as you will be relying heavily on your laptop to complete your coursework and assignments.

Wireless Mobile

NYU Stern has an 802.11b/g/n wireless network that covers student areas in Tisch Hall and the Kaufman Management Center. Current notebooks come with 802.11b/g/n wireless capability built in.

Wireless Policy Statement

All standard network usage policies apply to wireless network access. Click here to view the Network Policy.