Laptop Minimum Requirements

The following recommendations are based on our ability to support Stetson-supplied software on your device (such as Microsoft 365 and Examplify).

Manufacturer:

  • You may purchase your laptop computer from any store or manufacturer of your choosing.
  • We recommend selecting a well-known, respected brand from a reputable retailer, including an extended warranty that covers the duration of your enrollment.

Operating System:

  • Laptops: Microsoft Windows 11 23H2 or newer.
  • MacBooks: Apple macOS Sonoma (14.x) or newer.
    • Devices running Chromebook, Android, Linux or Microsoft Windows 11 S operating systems are not supported.
    • Devices running the Microsoft Windows on ARM operating system (e.g., Samsung Galaxy Books, HP OmniBooks), while not recommended, can run Stetson-supplied apps such as Microsoft 365 and Examplify.

Hardware Requirements:

  • Any Intel i5/Core 5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor (2 GHz or faster) is strongly recommended for Windows laptops.
  • Any M-series processor is strongly recommended for MacBooks.
    • Support for A-series processors (such as those found in the newly released MacBook Neo) is currently being evaluated for support.
  • Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 is highly recommended to comply with Windows 11's hardware requirements.
  • Memory (RAM): 8 GB-DDR4 or more for Windows 11 and macOS operating systems.
    • In general, more memory will provide a faster response from the apps running on your laptop.
  • A minimum of 250 GB for programs, documents, media and spare storage.
    • A solid-state (SSD) drive will make your computer run much faster in comparison to an older-style spinning hard disk drive (HDD).

Anti-Virus Software:

  • Microsoft Defender for Endpoint is provided at no additional charge.
    • Compatible with all College of Law-provided software, and available to you once you register your laptop with Stetson during the Technology Orientation session.
  • All student laptop computers must have an up-to-date, actively running antivirus program installed, and have a valid subscription for obtaining updates regularly.
    • You may opt to use your own antivirus program, but I.T. will not be able to provide any support for it, and you must ensure that it is compatible with Examplify.
  • The Office of Information Technology reserves the right to deny network access to any computer that does not meet this requirement.