Fuqua continues to recommend that students use the Windows XP Pro or Vista (32-bit only) operating system.
Some students may choose to run a Windows OS on Mac hardware(using products such as VMWare Fusion or BootCamp). In this case, we will provide support limited to Fuqua applications but we cannot guarantee that those application will run properly.
Note that all of the applications that you will need for your coursework will be available in the Main MBA Computer Lab - which is outfitted with new Windows workstations.
FAQs
What is TSC policy on Mac use for students?
The Fuqua School of Business has begun offering limited support for the Macintosh operating system. Please be aware that not all applications used in courses are available for the Mac OS.
Fuqua IT recommends installing VMware Fusion as a virtual platform for running Windows XP or Vista when needed. VMware Fusion is available for student purchase at the Duke Computer Store.
Is there course-related software that doesn't work on OS X?
We know that at least two courses have software that will not work on a MAC. In this case, a student could use either a virtual machine product, like VMware Fusion, or do their work in the main Computer Lab.
Does Fuqua recommend a specific product to run Windows on Mac ?
There are several products that allow users to run a Windows OS on Mac hardware. The two leading products in this market segment are "Parallels" and "VMware Fusion". Both of these are available at the Duke Computer Store. Of these two products, the TSC recommends VMware Fusion as the preferred virtualization product for Fuqua students.
Can I access my Duke email account from my Mac?
Yes you can. We recommend upgrading to Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard at your first opportunity to take advantage of the full integration with Microsoft Exchange. Instructions for attaching to the Duke Exchange system will appear here in a few days. Until then, we recommend Mac users make use of Outlook Web Access.
Is there a Mac users group at Duke?
There are some formal and informal groups of Mac users. Be aware that the energy and productiveness of these groups is based on the people involved at the time, and as membership changes over time, so does the user group.
For Fuqua-specific Mac questions, email 2nd-year MBA student:
Kiran George, kiran.george@duke.edu
Which version of Microsoft Office for Mac should I purchase?
Office 2004 for Mac is a better purchase because it has Solver and other tools you may need during your MBA studies. Microsoft Office version 2008 lacks support for Visual Basic scripting which means you don't have Solver.
How do I access the Fuqua VPN from my Mac?
Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard):
- Open: System Preferences-Internet & Network Connection-Network.
- Click the + sign in the lower left corner to create a new connection.
- After the drop down box opens, select VPN as your Interface, and select PPTP as your VPN Type. Click Create.
- Fill in the fields as follows:
Server address: vpn.fuqua.duke.edu
Account name: FuquaNet ID
Click Authentication Settings, and enter: FuquaNet password
Encryption: Select Maximum (128 bit only) from the drop down box
- Click the Advanced button in the lower right hand corner
- Select the Options tab, and confirm that there is a check mark beside Send all traffic over VPN connection.
- Click OK, then click Apply.
- A new icon should appear on your toolbar. Click the icon, and select Connect VPN.
Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard): Coming Soon!!!
Print these instructions
How can I map the H: drive on my mac?
1. On the finder bar at the top click on "Go" and then at the bottom of the menu "connect to server" or just use the shortcut key (apple + k)
2. Punch in the following server address:
smb://galaxy.fuqua.duke.edu/cifs.homedir
Is there virus-protection software available for the Mac?
The Duke OIT web page on Mac security includes several suggestions for how to secure your laptop, including download information for anti-virus software.
Click here to view Duke OIT's information about Mac security
How can I print from my mac at Fuqua?
Just open any document and go to the print area. Then click on Add Printers. For the kiosk printer next to the atm in fox center enter the following IP address "192.168.108.208"
You can do this for any printer on the fuqua campus. For the team rooms just log onto one of the computers in the rooms and get the printers IP address and type it into the "Add Printers" section.
Printer IP addresses by Name:
Download a list of the Printer IP addesses and locations (.doc file) |
