CMP Support are unable to reccomend a specific make or model of computer to purchase.
However, we can provide you with the current specification of the CMP teaching lab computers that run all the software.
Windows 10
Intel Core i5 CPU (6 Core)
32GB RAM
512GB SSDIf purchaising a Laptop it may be difficult and expensive to get 32GB RAM, in this case 16GB RAM will usually be fine.
If you can get close or similar spec to the CMP lab computers you will be able to run all the software required for your coruse.
Please note if you use an alternative operating system to Windows 10 we cannot guarantee that all software used for CMP teaching and demos will be compatible.
For information on software used within UEA and CMP please see this page
HP Student Store - https://store.hp.com/UKStore/Merch/Offer.aspx?p=students-offers
Dell Student Store - https://www.dell.com/en-uk/shop/dell-advantage/cp/students
Microsoft Student Store - https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/store/b/student
On the link below is a list of recommended computer repair companies and discounts for UEA students and staff.
https://my.uea.ac.uk/divisions/it-and-computing-services/service-catalogue/it-service-desk/repairs