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Fact Sheet: What To Look for In an Accessible Computer System |
Acquiring accessible information technology can seem tricky at times, especially when thinking about purchasing new desktops and notebook computers. How can you ensure that people with the widest range of abilities and disabilities can use the computers you are purchasing?
When purchasing any computer system, keeping in mind some basic features built-into the device will allow for a wider range of users to use the same equipment.
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Front |
Rear |
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Front-mounted USB Ports |
USB Ports |
Speakers with Front-mounted audio controls |
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Front-mounted Audio Ports |
Parallel Port |
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Large power button with LED indicator |
Serial Port (if available) |
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Front-mounted CD-ROM |
Network Interface |
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Audio connections (audio in, audio out) |
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VGA/Video Out |
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Standard keyboard connector |
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Standard Mouse connector |
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Notebook/Laptop |
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Front |
Rear |
Optional |
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Side-mounted audio ports (front-mounted preferred) |
Minimum 16MB Video RAM |
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Side-mounted USB Ports |
Additional USB Ports |
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Additional rear-mounted USB ports |
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Integrated Network interfaces (Wireless, Telephone, Ethernet) |
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PCMCIA slots |
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If you have any questions about this document, or would like any other assistance, please contact the Great Lakes ADA & IT Center at (800) 949-4232, or at www.adagreatlakes.org/