Hardware+&+Software+Components+and+Licensure

﻿Hardware and Software Components and Licensure For implementing this technology into the automotive technology classroom, I decided to use two each Smart SB680i3 Interactive White Boards, two Dell Inspiron Studio 17 Laptop computers and the Interactive Automotive Repair software that is still yet unavailable for purchase, but should be available in the not to distant future. The reason I chose this particular hardware and software package is based on having interactive software you need to have an interactive available while board to process the training. Two complete sets of White boards, laptop computers and interactive software should sufficient to operate this system for training purposes due to space availability and the added availability to have actual hands-on training provided on some vehicles. This system will not be used as a primary means of training, but as an add-on to supplement any training that may mot be performed in the automotive shop based on required needs and expectations of state and national technical education standards that may not be available in other means.


 * Hardware**:


 * [|Dell] Inspiron Studio 17 Laptop computer** - Starting Prices $963.99 - Educational discount $164.00 Final cost to school $799.00 each X 2 = $1598.00
 * Included with laptop:**
 * Processor || New 2010 Intel Core i3-350M 2.26 GHz (3M cache) ||
 * Operating System || Genuine Windows 7 Professional Premium, 64 bit, English ||
 * Memory || 4 GB Shared Dual Channel DDR3 at 1066 MHz ||
 * Hard Drive || 500 GB 7200 RPM SATA Hard Drive ||
 * Video Card || Intel HD Graphics ||
 * Wireless Cards || Intel Cintrino Advanced-N 6200 ||
 * Mobile Connectivity || No Internal Mobile Broadband ||
 * HD Display || 17.3" HD+ (900p) Bright LED Display with TrueLife and Camera ||
 * Multi-Touch Software || No Touch Software ||
 * Optical Drive || 8X Slot Load CD/DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive ||
 * Keyboard || Standard Keyboard ||
 * Warranty and Service || 1 Year Basic Service Plan ||
 * Office Software || Microsoft Office Starter 2010 ||
 * Security Software || McAfee SecurityCenter - 30-day Trial ||
 * Data Safe On-line Back-up || Dell On-line Back-up for 1 year (10 GB) ||
 * Sound Options || Soundblaster X-Fi Hi Def Audio - Software enabled ||


 * [|Smart Board]- Interactive White Board** - Cost $4,699.00 each X 2 = $9,398.00 [[image:Smartboard.jpg align="right"]]

Included:

> The projector is network enabled, so it can be connected to your school’s IP network to enable commands to be sent or received through the Web server or SNMP client. > The projector is rendered inoperable if removed from the extended control panel or remote, while the Kensington lock slot and projector padlock loop act as additional visual and physical deterrents. > The system’s lamp lasts for 3,000 hours in standard mode and 4,000 hours in economy mode. > The UF55 projector uses DLP® technology and does not require cleaning or filter replacement. > The system is available in wide format, providing 20 percent more working space. > At installation, the UF55 projector and boom can be configured to accommodate multiple room sizes and SMART Board interactive whiteboard models, including the 560, 580, 660, 680 and 685. > The 600i comes with award-winning SMART Notebook software, which is setting the standard for creating, teaching and managing interactive lessons within a single application. > The interactive whiteboard comes with a five-year warranty upon registration. The UF55 projector has a three-year warranty.
 * **Network enabled**
 * **Theft resistant**
 * **Long lamp life**
 * **Closed projector engine**
 * **Wide-format option**
 * **Multiposition boom**
 * **SMART Notebook software**
 * **Warranty**


 * Software**

Interactive Automotive Repair software is not yet available for purchase. Estimated cost per individual license is $750.00 per year X 2 or $1,500.00 annually. This software requires yearly upgrades to to newly added automobiles from several different manufactures. These updates will occur through on-line technical support as they become available, but incur just a one type annual fee for a full year of updates. Once this software is available, it will reduce the numbers of errors students can make during the repair process by avoiding mistakes and allow the students to fine tune skills needed for harder or many needless repair options.

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