IT Recommendations for Remote Learning
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Remote learning is heavily reliant on technology and internet access. Please assess your computer and for those opting to study off the island, internet access, and upgrade to the recommended minimum specifications from our IT department if necessary:
*NOTE: A tablet is not an acceptable substitute for a computer.
| Windows PC | Apple Macintosh | |
| Operating System | MINIMUM Windows 10 RECOMMENDED |
OS 10.14 Sierra or Higher |
| Processor Type | MINIMUM Core i5 Processor or AMD A6 RECOMMENDED |
MINIMUM Core i5 Processor or AMD A6 RECOMMENDED |
| Memory | MINIMUM 8 GB RAM or Higher |
MINIMUM 8 GB RAM or Higher RECOMMENDED |
| Hard Drive | MINIMUM 256 GB SSD RECOMMENDED |
MINIMUM 256 GB RECOMMENDED |
| Graphics Card | MINIMUM 512 MB Video Memory or higher |
MINIMUM 512 MB Video Memory or higher |
| Screen | 13” or Larger (Laptops) 17” or Larger (Desktops) |
13” or Larger (Laptops) 17” or Larger (Desktops) |
| Webcam | Integrated or External Webcam 720p or Higher | Integrated or External Webcam 720p or Higher |
| Microphone | Integrated Microphone or External USB/Bluetooth Mic | Integrated Microphone or External USB/Bluetooth Mic |
| Wireless Networking | MINIMUM 802.11n RECOMMENDED |
MINIMUM 802.11n RECOMMENDED |
| Browser (NBME Exams) | Microsoft Edge Chromium (legacy Edge is not supported) Safari 9 or higher Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox |
Safari 9 or higher Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox |
| Residence Broadband Internet | MINIMUM Upload/Download 768Kbps/1.5Mbps RECOMMENDED |
MINIMUM Upload/Download 768Kbps/1.5Mbps RECOMMENDED |
| Warranty | 4 Years Parts & Labor | 3 Years Parts & Labor AppleCare |
| Internet Speed | Stable Internet with Download Speed of 25 Mbps or Higher | Stable Internet with Download Speed of 25 Mbps or Higher |
| Virus Protection Software | Antivirus software such as McAfee, Norton, Kaspersky, Bitdefender, TrendMicro |
Antivirus software such as McAfee, Norton, Kaspersky, Bitdefender, TrendMicro |
