Welcome to Support@Wheaton
Library and Information Services (LIS) Technology Support is here to inform you about what computer you should bring with you to campus and to help with any questions you may have about computing and technology at Wheaton.
SUPPORT @ WHEATON
As a Wheaton College student, you can expect to routinely use computers as you carry out your studies. Wheaton strongly recommends every student have a notebook computer. Owning a notebook computer ensures you will have convenient access to technology, the software applications you need to be productive, and support when you need it.
We have partnered with Dell Computer to create an attractive discount package for you. The notebook comes with standard hardware and software. There are other options available if you would like to upgrade, but upgrading is not necessary. The notebook listed on Dell's site meets all Wheaton College's requirements. For information about this package please visit the Computer Sales Website and click on the "Dell's Site" link. Financing options are also available; please contact the vendor for details
If you prefer an Apple computer, please visit the Computer Sales Website and click on the "Apple's Sales Site" link. Once on the Apple Site you must click on "Recommended Systems" in the right-hand column to get to the Wheaton recommended systems. Please be advised that Apple computers will not come with pre-installed standard software. You may, however, install these applications from our software server when you arrive on campus and connect to our network. Apple educational pricing and financing options are also available; please contact the vendor for details.
If you will not be choosing either one of these computers, the computer you bring to campus should meet these minimum standards:
Hardware standard:
- 14" viewing screen
- 80GB hard drive
- 1GB RAM
- CD/DVD reader/burner
- Wireless capability
- 4 year warranty, including accidental damage coverage
Software standard:
- Windows XP Operating System or Mac Operating System 10.4
- Microsoft Office 2003 or 2004 (Word/Excel/Powerpoint)
- McAfee / Virex antivirus
For more information about Wheaton's Hardware and Software Standards please visit the Computer Sales Website.
If you do not purchase the recommended Dell notebook, please be sure your computer has antivirus protection installed on it. This will ensure your protection against viruses when you are connecting to any internet service provider (ISP) or any other network. Once on campus, you may install McAfee antivirus software from our software server free of charge.
Software
Please visit the Site Licensed Software site for more information about site-licensed, downloadable software available at Wheaton. This software may only be downloaded when you are physically on campus and registered on our network. Student pricing for Microsoft media please visit the Software Sales website.
Computer Repairs
Wheaton College provides computer repair services by our own technicians (software repairs only) or by a third-party vendor (hardware repairs) on campus. For pricing and more information please visit the Computer Repairs website.
Email Address Information
Your Wheaton email address is in the following format: "Lastname_Firstname@wheatoncollege.edu". For more information please visit: www.wheatoncollege.edu/IT_S/email.
We look forward to assisting you with your computer and technology needs. Should you have any questions that are not answered here or on our web site, please feel free to contact the LIS Technology Support Center (508-286-3900).
Technology Support is part of Wheaton College's division of Library and Information Services (LIS). Our services, resources, and technologies support the mission, curriculum, and business operations of Wheaton College. Find out more about LIS by visiting our website www.wheatoncollege.edu/LIS.