Recommended Hardware and Software Configurations

While it is possible to take an e-learning course with a computer that does not meet these standards, it is likely that your experience will not be as satisfactory as those who are using computers that meet the recommended requirements below. If you are purchasing a new PC system, consider the recommended PC configuration below.

  • Dual-core Intel processor (Core 2 Duo or greater preferred) (desktop)
  • Intel Centrino or greater (dual-core or greater preferred) (notebook)
  • 2 GBs RAM (both notebook and desktop, recommend room to expand in desktop)
  • 128 MB graphics card, dedicated RAM (256 MB or greater preferred)
  • 80 GB SATA Hard drive
  • DVD -/+ RW drive (data backup and transfer)
  • 19” color monitor - desktop / 14" display for notebooks
  • Keyboard and mouse
  • Windows Vista Capable
  • High-speed Internet connection
  • Speakers

Updates to this information are at http://mypc.njit.edu/