Technology Standards

To assure compatibility and consistency across campus, the Office of Information Technology publishes this Technology Standards document. This document defines the standards used in campus-wise technology devices. This document is not all-inclusive of the technology used on campus, but is meant to be used as a watermark by which to measure and evaluate technology initiatives.

Purpose

To assure compatibility and consistency across campus, the Office of Information Technology publishes this Technology Standards document. This document defines the standards used in campus-wise technology devices. This document is not all-inclusive of the technology used on campus, but is meant to be used as a watermark by which to measure and evaluate technology initiatives.

This policy will help ensure that all technology (hardware and software):

• is compatible with the college network environment;
• complies with the college technology security policy;
• and can be supported (hardware or software).

Technology Standards:

Desktop Computer:

• Intel Core i5 Processor
• 8GB of RAM
• 250GB Data Storage
• Windows 10 Professional 64-Bit Edition
• 22” Wide Screen Monitor

or

• All-in-One design with 24" Display
• Intel Core i5 Processor
• 8GB of RAM
• 250GB Solid State Data Storage
• Windows 10 Professional 64-Bit Edition

Laptop Computer:

• Intel Core i5 Processor
• 8GB of RAM
• 128GB Solid State Data Storage
• Windows 10 Professional 64-Bit Edition
• Port Replicator*
• 22” Wide Screen Monitor*

Server Platform:

• Microsoft Windows 2016
• Active Directory 2012R2 Native Mode

Supported Operating Systems:

• Microsoft Windows 10 (versions 1909, 2004, 20H2, 21H1 only)
• Apple macOS (versions 10.14 (Mojave), 10.15 (Catalina), 11 (Big Sur) only)

Note: Operating systems and versions not listed here cannot be supported by CCCOIT.

Authentication:

• Active Directory / LDAP
• 802.1x

Wired Networking:

• 1GB Wired Network Connection (CAT 6 cabling)

Wireless Networking:

• 802.11n and 802.11ac 2.4GHZ and 5GHZ
• 802.1x Authentication Required
• WPA2 Supported for Devices Technology Standards
• EduRoam Supported**

Printing:

• Laser Technology (Inkjet printers no longer supported)
• Network (wired) connected
• Mono / Color

* - For laptops: keyboard, mouse, monitor, and port replicator are provided for Director and above only.  Departments may purchase a port replicator, keyboard, mouse, and monitor through the Office of Information Technology per the purchasing policy.
** - Available for and at participating schools.