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HCC Corporate ICT Infrastructure HCC Standards

HCC Standard Software and Hardware, and

exceptions to standards

Author: Adrian MossVersion: 1.2Date: 15th February 2006Document Ref:

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ContentsContents................................................................................................................................... 21 Introduction...................................................................................................................... 32 HCC Standard Software (the Software Portfolio).............................................................3

2.1 Current Desktop Software.......................................................................................32.2 Current Server Software..........................................................................................42.3 Legacy Software......................................................................................................5

3 HCC Standard Hardware.................................................................................................63.1 PCs and Laptops.....................................................................................................63.2 PDA (Electronic organizers)....................................................................................63.3 Printers.................................................................................................................... 63.4 Scanners................................................................................................................. 73.5 Digital cameras........................................................................................................73.6 USB Flash Drives....................................................................................................7

4 Authorized Exceptions to HCC Standards........................................................................84.1 Software.................................................................................................................. 84.2 Hardware................................................................................................................. 9



1 IntroductionThis document provides an overview of HCC software and hardware standards, and gives examples of authorized exceptions to those standards.

2 HCC Standard Software (the Software Portfolio)

2.1 Current Desktop SoftwareSoftware that is used by all, or the majority, of departments, and is critical to the business of the Authority.

Category Software/Version NotesAntiVirus Network Associates ePolicy

Orchestrator (ePO) and VirusScanApplication Capita SIMS School

finance software

CAD Autodesk Autodesk DWF Viewer For viewing building plans

CAD Autodesk Volo Viewer Express For viewing building plans

Database - Desktop Microsoft Access 2003Desktop Publishing Microsoft Publisher 2003Disability Adaptations Wigit Software Widgit Symbols For working

with clients with Special Educational Needs

Document Utilities Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0Document Utilities Adobe Acrobat Standard 6Electronic Mail and Diary - Client

Lotus Notes 5.0.4 & 6.5.4

File & Print Services – Client

Novell Netware Client 4.90.0.1 SP1a

File Utilities WinZip 8GIS Esri MapExplorer 2GIS Arcview GIS 3.3 Main HCC

GIS toolGraphics JASC Paintshop Pro 8.0 Standard

package for producing images for HertsDirect web site

Graphics Adobe Photoshop Elements 2.0Health & Safety City Visual Systems Vision Screener

2.05



Category Software/Version NotesHighways management Hermis 2000Journey Planning Microsoft Autoroute 2006Office Suite Microsoft Office 2003

Professional, Includes: Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Operating System Microsoft Windows 2000 ProPDA Synchronisation Lotus EasySync Pro 4.2.1Project Management Microsoft Project 2002Property Management Kinetic Technologies Time Recording Timesheet Professional 7.5Visio Microsoft Visio 2003Voice Recognition Dragon Naturally Speaking

Preferred EditionMainly used by staff with specific accessibility issues e.g. dyslexia

Web Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 Web publishing Microsoft FrontPage 2000Web publishing Mediasurface Mediasurface Client

3.0Main HCC web publishing tool

Web survey publishing Inquisite 7



2.2 Current Server SoftwareCategory Software/Version NotesDatabase - Server Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Mainly used

for departmental databases

Database - Server Oracle HCC’s preferred corporate database

Electronic Mail and Diary - Server

Lotus Domino 6.5

File & Print Services - Server

Novell Netware Server 5.1 & 6.5

Operating System Sun Microsystems Solaris HCC’s preferred OS for large application servers

Server backup Veritas Netbackup

2.3 Legacy SoftwareLegacy software is no longer installed or purchased, but is supported by Serco pending replacement or re-development.

Category Software/VersionDatabase DataeaseDatabase Adobe DbaseDatabase Inprise Paradox (DOS)Decision Support EsperantGraphics Adobe PhotofinishOperating System Microsoft Windows NT Server 4Operating System Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 4PDA / Palmtop Palm Operating System 3.x



3 HCC Standard Hardware

3.1 PCs and LaptopsAll HCC standard PCs are Dell models.

Description Processor, Memory & DrivesGX520Desktop Chassis with Flat Panel Monitor

Intel Pentium 4, 2.8 GHz with 1MB Cache512MB of SDRAM40GB Hard drive 48x DVD / CD-RW Combo Drive17” Value Flat Panel

D610 Laptop only Intel Pentium M 1.7 GHz CPU14.1" XGA Screen512MB RAM30GB Hard drive8x DVD / 24x CD-RW Combo Drive

“Desktop Ready Kit” for office useNo external monitor required

3.2 PDA (Electronic organizers)The current standard is the base model of the Dell Axim X30 range. In addition, Lotus EasySync Pro 4.2.1 is required for synchronizing data with Lotus Notes.

Dell Axim X30 Specification:Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC312 Mhz Intel X-Scale processor32MB RAM/32MB ROM memory3.5” Colour displayUSB docking cradle and power supply



3.3 PrintersCanon mopiers are being implemented across HCC to replace all printers. This is in line with Best Value (Reprographics), leading to more cost effective printing.

However, in smaller sites, HP printers have been HCC standard, with the specifications as set out in the table below.

Recommended use Model PerformanceSmall work groups of 2 – 5 staff

LaserJet 2430DTN Max Speed: 33Duty Cycle: 100000

Single user LaserJet 1320 Max Speed: 21Duty Cycle: 10000

Where A3 printing is required Business InkJet 2800dt

Max Speed: 24 black / 21 colourDuty Cycle: 12000

Colour printing for single user or up to 4 staff sharing over the network

OfficeJet K550 Max Speed: 37 black/33 colourDuty Cycle: 7500

For individual laptop usersBattery powered for mobile use

Portable Deskjet 460CB

Max Speed: 16 black / 6.5 colourDuty Cycle: 500

3.4 ScannersAll standard scanners are Hewlett Packard models.

Model DetailsHP Scanjet 3800 2400 x 4800 Dpi, 48-Bit

35 mm slide/negative adaptorHP Scanjet 5530 2400 Dpi, 48-Bit

35 mm slide/negative adaptorHP Scanjet 5590c 2400 Dpi, 48-Bit

8ppm 50-page automatic document feeder35 mm slide/negative adaptor

HP Scanjet 8250 4800 Dpi, 48-Bit35 mm slide/negative adaptor15 ppm 50-page automatic document feeder



3.5 Digital camerasAll standard cameras are FujiFilm models.

Recommended use Model PerformanceBasic camera for internal HCC use

FujiFilm FinePix A350 Zoom

5.2 megapixel CCD

3X optical zoom For publications or where high quality images are required - can produce press quality images

FujiFilm FinePix S9500 9 megapixel CCD

10.7x optical zoom

Has advanced features for more experienced photographers e.g. manual focus, flash hot shoe

3.6 USB Flash DrivesThe standard USB flash drive is an Integral model.

Model DetailIntegral USB 2.0 Flash Drive Available in 256 MB capacity



4 Authorized Exceptions to HCC StandardsThe examples below were authorized in the period June 2005 to February 2006. Where the authorization was given for accessibility reasons, this has been indicated.

4.1 SoftwareSoftware Business Case AccessibilityAdobe Creative Suite 2 Premium, Adobe V7

For Producing documents for Beacon Council Status work

Answertree - Statistical Analysis Software

Performs decision tree algorithms of staff survey results

Atrium E-Planning To support government targets for online planning applications by 31/12/05

Autodesk DWF composer

To view and comment on AutoCad drawings of bridges and other highways structures

Awards for All Application Form

To enable completion of Awards for All application forms with clients

Car Share software For Apsely - We have chosen this software as it is the same as the one we use at County Hall, and we feel it is best to have one system throughout

CID careers programs An interactive tool that to assist client groups within the YOT, who are out of education and work, and have little idea or aspirations as to future career choices

Clicker 5 To support the reading, writing and other early development skills of children, including children with disabilities

Crime Analyst for ArcGIS 9.1

To support HCC and Herts Constabulary joint working

Dolpin Lunar For member of staff with sight problems YesDragon Naturally Speaking V8 Full*, Nib Virtual hands Free software

Recommended for member of staff under Access To Work scheme

Yes

Driving Theory test For work with travellersDualCalc An Office Fair Trading applicationFull Cost Recovery Software

For Children's Fund and CSF Commissioning to aid their understanding of full cost recovery when considering contract budget calculation's for approval.



Software Business Case AccessibilityJessops card reader Software

to download photos taken in HALS on a Nikon County Council camera

Limehouse Publisher For use in consultations regarding the planning policy package

Logotron - Writing with Symbols software

Writing with Symbols 2000 with Rebus and PCS Symbols. For work with client with learning difficulties and autism

Macromedia captivate For training evaluation purposes. Likely to become standard software

Memory Map Electronic version of all UK ordnance survey maps For Kids

NaPTAN DATABASE SOFTWARE

For validation checks on passenger transport data

Net Nanny For Looked After Children PC at residential unit

Ordinance Survey Point of Interest Module

This is part of the GIS project for the EGovt systems team.

PAT - Pupil Achievement Tracker

This software allows the analysis of pupil performance in National Curriculum tests.

Printmaster Home (Suite 8&11)

For compiling life books for children in care

Purchase Order - Residential Care Service Buying Tool

ACS Residential Care Services buying tool

Questionpoint/People's Network

People's Network online enquiry service, which we want to be able to access on staff PCs in CRL

SETSA DVD Results of forensic software testing for Trading Standards officers examining seized computers

SuperNova & Megadots

For Visual Impairment Advisory Teachers for work with clients

Touch-Type Read And Spell Computer Course

Access To Work requirement Yes

Zoom Text Access To Work requirement for member of staff with visual impairment

Yes



4.2 Hardware



Hardware Business Case AccessibilityBlade PC F&R Emergency Control VehicleCanon PIXMA iP90 At a multi agency incident they will be

used to print out instructions for Fire and Police Officers at the scene of the incident

Desktop PC: 2 x GX520 1GB 160GB

IT Equipment for MIDAS Team - Crime and Drugs Unit for use with ARCView GIS and other database technology

Flash Drives: 1GB USB Stick

To transfer large amounts of data ie. drawings, plans and presentations for Beacon Status projects

Large Print Keyboard & 19" CRT

Member of staff who is visually impaired Yes

Printer: Photosmart 8150

For work with children awaiting adoption. So books can be compiled, which become the property of the child, to encourage them to make plans for their adoption.

Printer: Zebra P330i Plastic Card Printer

Environment for Passenger Transport section for printing school bus tickets

Printers: 2x HP 3700DN Colour laser printers

To market, promote and publicise higher education as part of the Government's Modernisation process to ensure

Quill mouse - Right Handed, Quill Mat, Goldtouch Ergo Keyboard, Keypad, Wrist Rest, Talkpro SP2 Binaural Headset and Tuffset switchbox, Olympus ME12 External microphone.

For member of staff in response to Access To Work assessment

Yes

Renaissance (joystick)mouse

For member of staff with mobility problems Yes

Right Handed Quill Mouse

For member of staff with mobility problems Yes

Scanner: Nikon LS5000 35mm photo/film scanner.

To clear slides from Longmores and other locations and store them digitally for future

Scanners: BHT 8000 - Barcode scanners

These are use to speed up the process of moving records at Apsley

Screens: 19" Flat Panel

For laptop user that has restricted vision, to be installed at a secondary site

Yes

Screens: 19" LCD For member of staff on advice of CSF Health and Safety

Yes

Screens: 19" LCD & Arm

For member of staff with sight problems Yes

Talkpro SP2 Access To Work PC Yes



Hardware Business Case AccessibilityBinaural Headset Vxi Talkpro ST2 Headset, Olympus DS330 Dictaphone

For member of staff in response to Access To Work assessment

Yes


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