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2024-25 Baseline Minimum System Requirements

For All Incoming Undergraduate Students

Platform

PC

Laptop

Operating System

Windows 11 (64-Bit)

Processor Speed

Intel i-Series (i7 or i9) or AMD Ryzen (7 or 9) at 2.5GHz or higher

Memory (RAM)

32 GB or more

Storage

Minimum 500 GB SSD (Solid State Drive)

Webcam

Built-in or external with built in microphone (headset/earbuds recommended)

Wireless

Wi-Fi Capable

Warranty

3 Year on-site service support with accident damage coverage (4 Year is highly recommended)

Software

Software Suite*

*Students are required to purchase the Incoming Undergraduate Software Bundle through the Virginia Tech Software Service Center. See the Student Software Center for more information.

Included Products: Microsoft Windows Operating System with Microsoft Office 365 Pro Plus
Platform: macOS and Windows
Eligibility: Valid while enrolled in undergraduate classes at Virginia Tech
Note: Office 365 Pro Plus can be downloaded and installed on up to five machines and Office mobile apps can be installed on up to five mobile devices.

Backup

Any backup method of choice including cloud-based services like Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive.

Graphics Card

Nvidia or AMD graphics card with 6 GB VRAM or more

Contact
Scott Turner
540-231-3644
ADCT-Admin-g@vt.edu