Recommended computer specs vary between majors.
注意: We recommend that unless you know for certain that you will 只有 be using your computer for taking notes and will not require any software for your major, do NOT purchase a Chromebook of any kind, as you will not be able to install any software on it.
商学院 & 数据科学, School of 文科 & 科学, and 研究生院
对于Windows机器
操作系统
- 最低要求:Windows 10
- 推荐:Windows 11
存储
- 250GB以上的SSD硬盘
内存
- 最小:8GB RAM
- 建议:16GB RAM
处理器
- 速度:1.6GHz或更快
- Recommended brands: Intel Core i5; AMD Ryzen 5
网络
- WiFi and Ethernet (or USB to Ethernet adapter)
对于MAC机器:
操作系统
- 最低要求:Mac OS Big Sur 11.7
- Recommended: Mac OS Ventura
存储
- Minimum of 512 GB Solid State Drive
内存
- 8gb或更多RAM
处理器
- Minimum of an Intel Core i5 处理器 or newer, or Apple M1硅片或更新版本
网络
- WiFi and Wired Ethernet connectivity or adapter
艺术学院
注意: Windows is REQUIRED for Interior Design software
对于Windows机器:
操作系统
- 最低要求:Windows 10
- 推荐:Windows 11
存储
- Recommended 500GB SSD or larger
内存
- 建议:16GB RAM or more
处理器
- 最小值:2.5 ghz
- 推荐:3+ GHz
显卡
- NVIDIA or AMD dedicated GPU with 4GB VRAM that supports Vulkan 1.1
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 900 series / Quadro M series and newer
- AMD Radeon RX 400 series / equivalent Radeon Pro series and newer
MAC机器
** ATTENTION: Interior Design students – Software needed for certain courses will 只有 在Windows电脑上工作.
操作系统
- 最低要求:Mac OS Big Sur 11.7
- Recommended: Mac OS Ventura
存储
- Minimum of 512 GB Solid State Drive
内存
- 最小:8GB或更多RAM
- 建议:16GB RAM
处理器
- Minimum of an Intel Core i5 处理器 or newer, or Apple M1硅片或更新版本
网络
- WiFi and Wired Ethernet connectivity or adapter
皮特里音乐学院
对于Mac机:
操作系统
- 最低要求:Mac OS Big Sur 11.7
- Recommended: Mac OS Ventura
存储
- Minimum of 512 GB Solid State Drive
内存
- 最小:8GB或更多RAM
- 建议:16GB RAM
处理器
- Minimum: Intel Core i5 处理器 or newer
- Recommended: Apple M1硅片或更新版本
网络
- WiFi and Wired Ethernet connectivity or adapter
What software is needed for your major?
The following software lists are provided for the purposes of helping you choose the right computer. If you know what your major will be at Converse, considering the specs needed to run the software in these lists will ensure you have the appropriate computer for success at Converse. 请注意:我们推荐 you do not purchase the software until after you are 在校园 and instructed to do so by your major advisor.
- Software requirements for 业务 Administration
- Software requirements for Music Therapy or Music Education majors
- Software requirements for Psychology majors
- Software requirements for Theatre majors
- Software Requirements for Art majors
- Software Requirements for Interior Design majors
Is your computer ready for life on a college campus?
All network devices are required to be registered through the Fortinet scan scan in order to work 在校园. In order to pass through this scan, you need to make sure your computer meets all of the following requirements:
- A fully updated Operating System
- If you are running a Windows machine, make sure you have all of the service packs and updates. 请注意: If it has been a while since you have last performed updates on your computer, it may take some time and a couple of reboots before it is finished.
- If you are running Mac OS X, make sure you have the latest version of the OS installed and run all applicable system updates.
- 防病毒程序
- Make sure you 只有 have one Anti-Virus on your computer because if you have two or more, 他们可能会互相阻碍. Instead of having two Anti-Virus programs on your computer it will be as if you do not have any.
- Windows 10 Machines come with Microsoft Defender Antivirus. This is an allowed Antivirus if you prefer to use it.
- You must download one of the below recommended Antivirus programs (or your preferred alternative) if you do not wish to use Windows Defender or if you have a Mac. Yes, Macs can and do get viruses too.
- Make sure your computer is clean of Viruses, 木马, and Malware before attempting to register your computer on our network. If you do not have an Anti-Virus program on your computer, you can download one from the following links:
- Make sure you have no P2P (Peer to Peer) software installed on your computer.
When you first use the internet, 在那台机器上, 在校园, you will be redirected to our network registration page. Follow the instructions and you should be good to go, if your computer meets all of the above requirements. If you have any difficulties feel free to bring your computer to the 校园技术 office, 在三楼库恩, and we will do our best to assist you with the issue you are having.