Laptop standards (Health)
Laptop standards (Health)
Use the minimum specifications table below as a guideline when acquiring a machine for your 2022-23 courses. These specifications are recommended for successful Ontario Tech University software usage.
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Windows PC | Mac |
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Operating system |
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Mac OS version 10.15 or higher with Windows 10 or 11 installed in a VM or via Boot Camp (Pro edition is preferred). |
Processor type |
Intel: Core i5, i7, i9 with 1.5Ghz or greater AMD: Ryzen 5, 7, 9 with 1.5Ghz or greater |
Intel: Core i5, i7, i9 with 1.5Ghz or greater M series processors (ex. M1, M2) are not currently supported due to their inability to run Windows. |
Memory |
Minimum 16GB RAM |
Minimum 16GB RAM |
Hard drive |
Minimum 250GB, 50GB of available space (SSD recommended) |
Minimum 250GB, 50GB of available space (SSD recommended) |
Graphics card |
Intel Integrated Graphics or better |
Intel Integrated Graphics or better |
Wireless network card |
Card supporting wireless N |
Card supporting wireless N |
Headset |
Wired or wireless headset with microphone (or working laptop microphone) |
Wired or wireless headset with microphone (or working laptop microphone) |
Webcam |
A webcam is required. |
A webcam is required. |
Virus protection |
An up-to-date Antivirus client is required. Windows Defender is included with Windows 10 at no additional cost. |
Antivirus is not required. |
Additional requirements |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring a Macbook?
Yes, you can bring a Macbook but it must have an Intel chipset. The new Macbook with an M1 chip is not supported. The Macbook also must have Windows installed as some software used at Ontario Tech only runs in Windows.
Why are Macbooks with an M1 CPU not supported?
Macbooks with an M1 CPU do not yet support running Windows. There is an early build of Windows that works on the M1 but it is not compatible with all software used in your program. It also can only be run using a paid application called Parellels which Ontario Tech does not currently provide.