How much would it cost to setup 10 desktop computers and 10 laptop computers to a server and network?
Posted by admin on June 26th, 2010 at 10:14pm
Warlock of Id asked:
I need to have 10 Desktop and 10 Laptop computers all networked together and all hooked up to 1 server. Also (3) 24″ monitors need to be hooked up to each desktop computer. I would like to know what I need for this project and what it would cost to get it done. It is for a small business just starting out.
I need to have 10 Desktop and 10 Laptop computers all networked together and all hooked up to 1 server. Also (3) 24″ monitors need to be hooked up to each desktop computer. I would like to know what I need for this project and what it would cost to get it done. It is for a small business just starting out.
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2 Comments for How much would it cost to setup 10 desktop computers and 10 laptop computers to a server and network?
1. Mexell | June 29th, 2010 at 8:44 pm
As asked, this is a pretty open-ended question, and as such very hard to answer.
Does the server already exist?
What’s the network operating system (NetWare, Windows, Linux, Mac/OS)?
Is the wiring infrastructure already in place?
Do all the computers have network cards?
Do you need services other than file & printer sharing set up, such as e-mail, proxy, database?
Do the computers need to have applications loaded on them?
Painting with a *very* broad brush, a competent network technician, setting the network up right, will take 5-10 hours to set up the server, and 1-1.5 hours per PC for setup & testing. Rates for network installs can run from $45-$125 per hour.
2. jamesmicoff | July 1st, 2010 at 11:10 am
Specify software requirements, ETC. Be very exacting in hardware requirements. $6000.00 USD would be a sweet spot for the hardware.
Applications would jack up the cost. Research wise, just run searches on keyword ‘workststions’. Contact OEM’s after compiling an exacting list of system architecture. Fax the resulting compilation to OEM following compilation seeking cost and delivery data. Estimate capabilities of on-site IT department and select application packages based upon local capabilities. Project data archiving needs and backup software and power backup needs.
The list continues, but that will get you started.
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