Recommendation for Windows Computers
Operating System: We encourage use of Enterprise, Ultimate or Professional versions of Windows 7 or above
Older versions of the Windows operating system have reduced functionality and may limit your access to some central services and applications. An upgrade to this operating system is available at a discount from the ND Computer Service Center.
When running Windows, additional available RAM (memory) and video RAM will improve your experience.
Hardware Configuration
- Intel iCore processor or above
- 16 GB of RAM or higher
- 150 GB (or more) hard disk space total
- Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128MB or higher
- 10/100/1000 NIC, 802.11g/n Wireless for laptops
Dell computer discounts for ND students
Lenovo computer discounts for ND students
Recommendation for Apple Macintosh
Operating Systems: We encourage use of Mac OS 10.11 or above
Older versions of the Macintosh operating system have reduced functionality and may limit your access to some central services and applications. An upgrade to this operating system is available at a discount from the ND Computer Service Center.
Hardware Configuration
- Intel based Mac
- 16 GB RAM or higher
- 150 GB (or more) hard drive space total
- Free space on hard drive: 5-10 GB (or more)
- 10/100/1000 NIC, 802.11g/n Wireless for laptops
Apple computer discounts for ND students
Note: Due to space limitations in my residence halls or apartments, and to provide mobility when studying outside of your room, we recommend you consider a laptop.