1. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal GBA 573 Summer 2004 Jeffrey Preston

2. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Summary
Replace computers in ITMI Lab located at AWA 221
Provide state-of-the-art computing for 28 seats
Replace aging servers
Update software
Improve classroom environment
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3. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Problem Statement
Computers in lab are outdated
Student writing surface inadequate
Server software no longer supported
Classroom layout difficult for lectures
Computers running older software
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4. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Objectives
Replace student client computers
Replace servers
Install wireless router
Complete prior to Fall semester
Stay within budget
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5. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Scope
Justification
USD Business School desires state-of-the-art computer lab
Current computers more than 3 years old
Students do not have desk space
Servers running old operating systems
Students need wireless connection
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6. Project Characteristics
Computers replaced by Dell OptiPlex desktop computers
Systems will use 17” flat screen monitors
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7. Product Characteristics
Servers will be replaced by Dell PowerEdge 1750 rack mount servers
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8. Product Characteristics
Wireless router will be securely installed in server rack
Reuse network cables and power supplies
Reuse routers
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9. Expected Benefits of Project
Student desk space for note writing and following along with course materials
Students can use latest business software
Servers will run latest operating systems
Rack mounted servers will save lab space
Wireless connection allows students to use personal laptops easily
Flat screen monitors use less energy
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10. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Costs
29 Dell Optiplex SX280 client computers
$41,942
2 Dell PowerEdge 1750 servers
3,742
Other materials (Cables, power strips, paint)
500
Shipping
3,800
Installation & setup (Labor)
6,812
Contingency
5,000
Projected cost of project
$61,796
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11. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Measures of Success
New computers running latest software
Desktop for note taking and reading
Computers networked together
Servers allow remote FTP functions
Wireless connection available
Data secure
On time and on budget
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12. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Design
Requirement analysis
28 seat lab
Instructor’s station linked to projector
Desktop space available for students
Students can use FTP for projects
Wireless connection available
Servers securable
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13. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Design
Feasibility study
Technical feasibility
Known technology, lab configured, rack in place, wireless router purchased
Economic feasibility
Expenditures approved in USD FY budget
Operational feasibility
Renewed lab used in Fall term: 3 graduate classes taught, undergraduate classes
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14. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project Design
Risk management
Low risk overall
Known risks
Dell ships late or ships wrong systems
Computers damaged in transit
Servers more difficult to configure than planned
Scheduling conflicts with USD staff
Facilities staff delayed in removing old computers, rewiring projector
Migrating server data problematic
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15. Project Implementation Work Breakdown Structure
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16. Project Implementation Staffing
Dr. Rebman
USD Facilities Staff
Graduate Assistants
Graduate Students
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17. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Project implementation
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18. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
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19. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Testing
All computers and software work
Network operating
Clients
Ftp
Wireless
Servers secure
Computers configured to lab rules
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20. ITMI Computer Lab Renewal
Final Analysis
Project deemed success
On time
August 21, 2004
On budget
Improved instruction
Use of projector, eye contact with students
Improved student productivity
Desk space, latest software, wireless use
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