Computer Purchase Info for Students
Review information on computer purchase requirements for Poole College students.
Requirements
Windows Based (Preferred) | Mac Based | ||
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Maximum | Processor: | Intel Core i7 or better | Intel Core i7 processor (turbo boost up to 3.4 GHz) |
Memory: | 16 GB Minimum | 16 GB | |
Operating System: | Microsoft Windows 10 Educational or Pro (build 1607 or higher) | OS X Catalina (v.10.15) | |
Hard Disk Driv: | 512 GB SSD | 512 Flash Storage | |
Wireless: | (802.11a/b/g/n compliant) | N/A | |
Other: | Web Camera & Microphone | Web Camera & Microphone | |
Minimum | Processor: | Intel Core i5 or better | Intel Core i5 processor (turbo boost up to 3.12 GHz) |
Memory: | 8 GB Minimum | 8 GB Minimum | |
Operating System: | Microsoft Windows 10 Educational or Pro (build 1607 or higher) | OS X Catalina (v.10.15) | |
Hard Disk Drive: | 256 GB SSD | 256 Flash Storage | |
Wireless: | (802.11a/b/g/n compliant) | N/A | |
Other: | Web Camera & Microphone | Web Camera & Microphone | |
Software, Hardware and Antivirus Guidelines
NC State Bookstore Purchases
If a laptop is purchased through the NC State Bookstore, students can receive computer support at the OIT Walk-In Center that includes these areas:
- Operating System
- Software
- Network Connectivity
- Warranty and hardware repair
Location:
Central Campus
West Dunn Building, Room 101
2901 Thurman Drive at intersection with Dan Allen Drive
Raleigh, NC 27695
Software
Microsoft Office 365, including full downloadable versions of Office products, is available free for NC State students from the NC State Office 365 website.
Hardware
Please note that some of the upper level courses in certain plans of study in the Poole College of Management use software that is not compatible with Apple operating systems.
Antivirus
NC State University requires use of an approved and up-to-date antivirus program for all computers connected to the NC State network. Anti-virus software recommendations are available at Antivirus Products.