Computers

You are not required to purchase a computer for use in the classroom. However, we do recommend the following if you plan on purchasing a computer. Please note that the law library has over twenty (20) Windows based computers available for student use.

Recommended minimum configurations

Windows	Apple
Intel or AMD Processor (1Ghz or greater) 1GB of RAM Windows XP, Vista or 7 Microsoft Office 2007 or later Integrated wireless Ethernet adapter in addition to wired Ethernet DVD/CDRW combo  USB Key Drive (portable file storage)	Intel Processor (1Ghz or greater) 1GB of RAM OSX 10.6 or later Microsoft Office Mac Student iWork Airport or AirportExtreme Wireless DVD/CDRW combo USB Key Drive (portable file storage)

Chase suggests upgrading to a 3 or 4 year warranty. While it may seem like an unneeded upfront expense it is a wise decision. Most laptops only come with a 1 year warranty. The cost to repair an out-of-warranty laptop is very expensive and in some instances equals the cost of the laptop. Accidental damage warranty is also worth investigating as it will cover such things as water damage, impact damage, etc.

Electronic Exams
NKU Chase offers the option to take electronic exams in some classes. To take advantage of this service you will need a PC running Windows XP, Vista or 7 or an Apple computer running OSX 10.6 or greater.

Support Team
If you currently own a PC based laptop and wish to discuss its viable use and possible upgrades please contact Brad Thomas at 859.572.6662 or thomasbra@nku.edu.

For Macintosh questions please contact Tom Heard at 859.572.6482 or heard@nku.edu.

Please note that Windows 95/98/98SE/ME,2000, Macintosh OS earlier than OSX 10.6 and Linux are not supported.