A-201_Preferred Hardware

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Truman Art Department computer labs (OP 1210 & OP1224) have equipped 40 brand new iMac computers. However, if you are a visual communication major, a MacBook Pro laptop, or an iMac, with the following specifications is preferred:

15″ MacBook Pro – 2.6GHz

2.6GHz Intel Core i7 (quad-core) with Turbo Boost up to 3.3GHz
4GB DDR3 memory | 500GB 5400-rpm hard drive
Intel HD Graphics 4000 | NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M with 512MB
Glossy Widescreen Display
Two USB 3.0 ports
Price: $2078.00
http://www.apple.com
http://www.macmall.com

Alternative Option: 21.5″ iMac – 2.7GHz
2.7GHz Quad-Core Intel Core i5
4GB DDR3 SDRAM | 1TB hard drive
1920 x 1080 resolution
Price: $1419.00
We recommend that you consider purchasing the AppleCare Protection Plan helps you get the most from your Mac. For up to three years from your computer’s original purchase date, the AppleCare Protection Plan gives you direct, one-stop access to Apple’s award-winning telephone technical support for questions about Apple hardware. We also recommend a security cable for locking the laptop down at a workstaton, and an insurance to cover the lose or theft of your laptop.