43 Dell Precision T5500 Workstations

Each Dell Precision T5500 workstation has 2 Intel Xeon CPUs, 1 TB of memory, 12 GB of RAM, and an NVIDIA Quadro 4000 display adapter for graphics intensive applications.  Each is currently running Microsoft Windows 7 in 64-bit mode (or 32-bit when necessary).

Click here for a list of PC software available in the DSC.

10 Apple Macintosh Pro Workstations

The Apple Pro workstations have 2.8 GHz Quad Core Intel Xeon processors, 1 TB of memory and 8 GB of RAM for graphics intensive applications.  Each is currently running Mac OSX 10.6 Snow Leopard.

Click here for a list of Mac software available in the DSC.

Connexion 3D Mouse

The 3Dconnexion SpaceExplorer is used for 3D navigation; push, pull, twist or tilt the 3Dconnexion cap to simultaneously pan, zoom, and rotate a model or environment.

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Manuals are located on the workstations:
  - PC: Start > Applications > 3D Mouse
  - Mac: System Preferences > 3Dconnexion >
        Configure: > Demos

The Connexion 3D mouse will work with the following DSC software:

  •  3D Studio Max Design
  •  AutoCAD
  •  Adobe Acrobat Pro
  •  Maya
  •  Adobe Photoshop
  •  ArcGlobe
  •  ArcMap
  •  ArcScene
  •  Google Earth
  •  Mathematica

8 Fujitsu fi-6230 Scanners

The Fujitsu fi-6230 scanners feature fast, 40ppm/80ipm scanning in monochrome and grayscale, 300 dpi color scanning at 30ppm/60ipm, duplex scanning, advanced paper handling for feeding reliability, and a 50-page automatic document feeder with hard embossed card scanning.

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Manual | Additional Documentation
Step-by-Step Instructions

HP 4515 Laser Printers

The Libraries and CUIT (Columbia University Information Technology) provide networked laser printers throughout the Libraries. Printing is based on a printing allowance, or quota, system, charged at the rate of $0.10 per page.

Information on Printing
Printing FAQ
Printing to a Network Printer from a Laptop

Mac Adapters to VGA

The following Mac to VGA adapters are available for checkout and use in the Science & Engineering Library at the communal workstations or in the presentation practice rooms:

  •  Mini DisplayPort to VGA
  •  Micro-DVI to VGA
  •  Mini-DVI to VGA
  •  Mini-VGA to VGA

The VGA adapters are checked out from the Science & Engineering Library Circulation Desk as 2-hour reserves. Fees may be assessed for late return of the adapters, however an adapter may be renewed within the 2-hour check-out period.

ZoomText Keyboard

The ZoomText keyboard is designed for anyone who struggles to see the lettering on their keyboard. Each key and button label is 36-point text in a high-contrast color scheme.

Keyboard Website
Keyboard Manual

The ZoomText keyboard also provides quick access to ZoomText (9.04 and later) features. Eighteen dedicated buttons allow you to instantly start ZoomText, change magnification levels, toggle screen enhancements, etc.

ZoomText Manual

Merlin LCD

The Merlin lets people with low vision, macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, glaucoma and cataracts read, write, and regain their visual independence.  The LCD screen also lets a user view magnified images and the computer simultaneously.

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Manual