Scenario:
Mr. John Smith needs to purchase a computer for his small business. He needs to be able to do the following with his new computer:
Tasks:
Create specifications and a price quote for the purchase of three (3) computers. You will attach the price information to the client proposal. In the proposal, you will state the purpose of your proposal and rank each of the three computers proposed including a justification for the ranking.
Part 1 – Hardware
Create a list of hardware specifications for the three needed (3) computers. Give a definition of each of the following with notes about what the client requires. For example, Does he need a fast processor? Does he need a lot of memory? Why or why not?CPU/Processor (type, speed)RAM/Memory (amount/size)Hard drive (type (SSD or HDD and size))Operating SystemPeripherals (monitor, mouse, keyboard, speakers, camera, etc.)Extras (eg. Graphics card with onboard VRAM)
Provide detail (technical description and price) for the following hardware:CPU/Processor (type, speed)RAM/Memory (amount/size)Hard drive (type (SSD or HDD and size))Operating SystemPeripherals (monitor, mouse, keyboard, speakers, camera, etc.)Extras (eg. Graphics card with onboard VRAM)
Part 2 – Software
Research and recommend the appropriate productivity software. The client needs software to accomplish all the tasks listed above. Include the software and the price – is it a one time purchase or is it a monthly or annual subscription?
Your Name:
Client:
Client Needs:
Part 1: Hardware
1. List of hardware specifications for the three (3) computers. Give a definition of each of the following
with notes about what the client requires. For example, Does he need a fast processor? Does he
need a lot of memory? Why or why not?
A. CPU/Processor (type, speed)
Description:
Client needs:
B. RAM/Memory (amount/size)
Description:
Client needs:
C. Hard drive (type (SSD or HDD and size))
Description:
Client needs:
D. Operating System
Description:
Client needs:
E. Peripherals (Input and Output — monitor, mouse, keyboard, speakers, camera, etc.)
Description:
Client needs:
F. Extras (eg. Graphics card with onboard VRAM)
Description:
Client needs:
2-6. Hardware table – include peripheral and hyperlinks. Paste an image above each table.
Option 1
Brand:
Model:
Form Factor:
CPU
RAM
Drive (Storage)
Optical Drive (CD
or DVD)
Monitor:
Extras:
Peripherals
(Input):
Peripherals
(Output)
Operating System:
Price:
Link to ad:
Ranking
Justification:
Option 2
Brand:
Model:
Form Factor:
CPU
RAM
Drive (Storage)
Optical Drive (CD
or DVD)
Monitor:
Extras:
Peripherals
(Input):
Peripherals
(Output)
Operating System:
Price:
Link to ad:
Ranking
Justification:
Option 3
Brand:
Model:
Form Factor:
CPU
RAM
Drive (Storage)
Optical Drive (CD
or DVD)
Monitor:
Extras:
Peripherals
(Input):
Peripherals
(Output)
Operating System:
Price:
Link to ad:
Ranking
Justification:
Part 2: Software (include software names, price, and whether it is one time purchase or subscription)
Software
Price
One time purchase or
subscription
What need does the
software fill for this
client?