Computer recommendation for incoming SNR students
Contact(s)
- Computer Specialist -
Gregg Hutchison,
ghutchison2@unl.edu,
226b South HARH EC 0982,
Phone: 402-472-5436
- Recruitment Specialist -
Bridget Gross,
bgross3@unl.edu,
102b South HARH EC 0961,
Phone: 402-472-8195
ESRI ArcGIS Pro is the most demanding software being taught in SNR classrooms. The software only runs on Windows-based computers, but it can be used on Apple computers with a Parallels virtual machine. (See SNR IT support for detailed instructions). SNR computer labs have the GIS software installed and are accessible to all SNR students 24/7. Your N-Card is required to access the labs after hours.
Here are the recommended specs for Windows laptops or desktops:
- Windows 11
- Core i5 or above
- 16GB of RAM
- 512 GB storage with at least 60 GB of free space
Here are the MINIMUM recommended specs for Macbooks or Apple desktops:
- Apple Silicon (M1 or higher)
Go to https://ccsfgis.org/workshops-other/2016/8/18/installing-arcgis-on-a-mac for detailed instructions for installing ArcGIS on your Macbook or Apple desktop. NOTE: If you are not comfortable doing this yourself, please stop by the SNR IT Support office (HH 226) or UNL Help Desk (Love Library's basement) for assistance.
Additional Purchase (optional)
Because of the change of less printed books to more online books and information, having a second monitor is recommended. This allows one monitor to have an assignment open and the second monitor to have the reading material displayed.