Computer Requirements
For the DVM Class of 2026
Please note that these are the minimum computer requirements as of Jan. 28, 2022. Chromebooks are not supported.
- Platform: Any laptop or tablet (HP, Dell, etc.) that meets the following requirements. Note that for Microsoft Surface computers, it must be a Surface Pro 4 or newer running MS Windows 10 (with non-detachable keyboards). Non-Pro Surface devices are not supported.
- Alternate versions of Windows 10, such as Windows RT and Windows 10 S, are NOT supported at this time.
- Tablet devices other than Surface Pros are not supported.
- Operating System: Windows 10 and 11 (32-bit or 64-Bit). Alternate versions of Windows 10 and 11 (Windows RT and Windows 10 S) are not supported at this time.
- CPU Processor: Non-ARM based processor supported by your operating system
- Memory (RAM): 8 GB required, 16 GB or higher recommended
- Hard Drive: Minimum 250 GB/ Recommended 500 GB or higher SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11ax recommended)
- Webcam: Integrated camera or external USB camera supported by your operating system. Virtual cameras are not supported.
- Microphone (no virtual mics)
- Warranty: 3 Year on-site service support with accident damage coverage (4 year is highly recommended).
- Software: Students can purchase the Graduate Software Bundle through the Virginia Tech Software Service Center.
- Any backup method of choice including cloud-based services like Google Drive.
- Platform: Laptop or Tablet
- Operating System: macOS Catalina (10.15.7), macOS Big Sur (11.6), macOS Monterey (12.2). Only genuine versions of Mac operating systems are supported.
- Processor: Intel or M1 processor. Devices using Appleās M1 processor and Apple Rosetta 2 are supported.
- Memory (RAM): 8 GB required, 16 GB or higher recommended
- Hard Drive: Minimum 250 GB/ Recommended 500 GB or higher SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Wireless: Minimum 802.11ac Wi-Fi (802.11ax recommended)
- Webcam: Integrated camera or external USB camera supported by your operating system. Virtual cameras and Microsoft Lifecam Series cameras are not supported.
- Microphone (no virtual mics)
- Warranty: 3 Year on-site service support with accident damage coverage (4 year is highly recommended).
- Software: Students can purchase the Graduate Software Bundle through the Virginia Tech Software Service Center.
- Any backup method of choice including cloud-based services like Google Drive.
- Hardware Requirements = iPad 5+, iPad Air 2+, iPad Pro, or iPad Mini 4+
- Operating System = iPadOS 13, iPadOS 14, and iPadOS 15 (Only genuine versions of iOS are supported)
- 128 GB minimum
- Wi-Fi
- Direct connect keyboard recommended (wireless keyboards may not be certified)
- iPad must not be Jailbroken
If you have questions about computer requirements, contact David Sampson, educational technologies specialist with the Office of Academic Affairs.