Dealership Desktops

Dell Optiplex Desktops or Towers - GM/SAAB Model

3.0 GHz Pentium 4
1 GB DDR
80 GB HD
CDROM
Windows XP Pro SP2    $409.00*
17” LCD    $159.00*

Specifications from GM

As you can see by the example above, Tech Options by GhostNet, Inc. can meet or exceed all standards set forth by General Motors in this area and the others in the memorandum. You can read the entire memorandum by clicking here: Generation 7.3 memorandum.

According to GM DEALER NETWORK STANDARDS listed in GENERATION 7.2 dated 4/16/2007, GM has adopted a set of information technology infrastructure standards for the Dealer internal network environment in accordance with Article 5.6 of the Dealer Sales and Service Agreement. These Standards are designed to ensure a seamless and reliable conduit for the GM Corporation to Dealer communication channel. The GM Dealer infrastructure standards are organized with 2 criteria divisions: “Minimum” and “Recommended.” The “Minimum” criteria are just that, the MINIMUM standard acceptable systems infrastructure for conducting business with GM. With the continuous growth of technology and hence the continuing evolution of these GM Dealer standards, it is important to maximize your I.T. investment. With that in mind the “Recommended” heading represents what should be procured at this time to maximize the lifecycle of the investment.

Important: PCs that do not meet the specifications outlined in this document are considered “Non-Supported Hardware.” As a result the Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC) and the Regional Techline Field Consultants will be unable to provide troubleshooting support for applications. Ensure the PC meets these specifications before
Purchase. It is required to have 1 PC for every 2 technicians working in your service area.**

HARDWARE STANDARDS***

	MINIMUM	RECOMMENDED
Processor:
Note: processors such as Celeron, Cyrix and AMD are NOT compatible with some GM software.
System Memory (RAM)	256 MB SDRam	512 MB SDRam
Hard Disk Drive	20GB 3 ATA	40GB ATA/100 or greater
CD ROM Drive	16X40X CD/DVD combo	16X40X CD/DVD combo
Parallel Port	1	1
Serial Port	1	1
USB Ports		1 or more
Audio Adapter		16-Bit or greater
Audio Speaker		Yes
Video	16 MB	64 MB AGP or greater
Display	17" SVGA	17" SVGA Monitor or larger
Network Adapter	Integrated, PCI	10/100 PCI Ethernet
Warranty	1-year	3-year onsite
Grade (Type)	Business "Work Stations"	Business "Work Stations"
Operating System	MS Windows 2000 Pro (SP4) or XP Pro (SP2)	MS Windows 2000 Pro (SP4) or XP Pro (SP2)

  * As time passes and newer technology becomes available in the marketplace, these prices will drop below our current quoted price. We will be updating our website to reflect the cost changes; however Tech Options by GhostNet, Inc. will give you corrected prices when you place your order or by calling us at (706) 253-1013 or e-mailing us at sales@ghostnetinc.com.

**This two-paragraph section is a direct quotation from GM DEALER NETWORK STANDARDS notification. The Hardware Standards chart is also taken directly from the Generation 7.3 memorandum.

*** Hardware Standards also is a direct quote from the aforementioned memo.