Homeless Management Information System
of Cincinnati/Hamilton County

Hardware

• 1 ghz (gigagertz) or faster computer (dual-core 1.8ghz or faster preferred).
• Mouse and keyboard.
• 1024x768 screen resolution or higher.
• 512mb RAM (1024mb or more preferred).
• Hard drive: 1gb free space preferred.

Software

• Windows 2000, XP, or Vista
• MS Office 2003 and higher will allow additional functionality of reports and data downloads.
• Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher.
• Antivirus protection
• Latest updates and patches must be applied. Agencies are responsible for the maintenance of their systems.

Connectivity

• Broadband (high-speed) internet connectivity to each computer accessing VESTA.
• Internet firewall hardware or software.

Other

• Private and secure area for data entry work where access to the computer is limited to staff in order to prevent non-authorized personnel from viewing screen during data entry.
• Users will be required to work from computers recognized by the system, not from home, libraries or other public locations.
• Each user will require a VESTA digital certificate installed on the authorized VESTA computer.
• Each user will require an authorized user name and password administered by HMIS staff.

Purchasing items for using VESTA

You may purchase items from any reputable vendor. For information on an HMIS stipend reimbursing some computer expenses, see Purchasing Technology Equipment for HMIS.