This course is compatible with Windows Vista Operating System.

It is Highly Recommended that students have a high speed internet connection (DSL or Cable). Software Programs are only compatible with Microsoft Operating System and Internet Explorer.

Following is the list of software that must be downloaded:

Adobe Acrobat Reader version 5

Excel Viewer

Internet Explorer 6

WindowsMedia Player 7.1 for WIN 98. WIN 2000 and WIN Me

RealOne Player

PowerPoint Viewer

Word Viewer

WinZip 8

Minimum Monitor: 15" Super VGA Monitor (minimum) 17" is best

Minimum Processor: Pentium 300 or better

Network Adapter: 10 base T

Minimum RAM: At least 128MB

Minimum Hard Drive: At least 4 GB

Minimum CD Drive: CD-ROM drive (24x or greater)

Minimum Sound Card: 16 Bit

Minimum Video Adaptor: At least 8MB

Sound Headsets (Microphone optional)

Minimum Screen Resolution: 800 x 600 true color (1024 x 768 is best)

Minimum Operating System: Windows 98 or Windows 2000 Professional

Internet Connection: Cable modem or ADSL

The materials included with this course are:

Network+/Server+ Course book

Access to an online IT Library

The following materials will be necessary to complete the Labs for this program and are to be provided by the student. The following materials are not included with the course fee:

Patch cable (seven feet is sufficient for each cable)

Scissors

RJ-45 connectors (normally two per cable, but more for practice)

RJ-45 crimpers

Utility knife

A network card

Device drivers for the card

A computer running Microsoft Windows

Students will need access to the necessary Windows source files to install TCP/ IP

CompTIA™ Network+/Server+ Certification Training

GES 903 -- 80 hours

PC Requirements/Materials Included