Computing requirements
Due to the sensitive nature of data within UCLA Health, accessing our network requires the installation of security applications, a Virtual Private Network (VPN), and/or the use of My Desktop. Our recommendations and minimum computing requirements are meant to provide a general guideline on which computer configurations work best in our environment given the security requirements. Use the guide below to help inform your purchases if you'll be using a personal device to work or study within UCLA Health.
Windows device requirements:
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Minimum |
Recommended |
|
OS |
Windows 10 Professional |
Windows 10 Enterprise/Education |
|
RAM |
8GB |
16-32GB |
|
Disk Space |
128-256GB |
512GB |
|
Screen Resolution |
1080p |
1080p |
|
Peripherals |
Microphone + Webcam |
Microphone + Webcam supporting Windows Hello |
|
Office Version |
Office 2016 |
Office 365 |
|
Full Disk Encryption |
CheckPoint (without TPM) |
Bitlocker (with TPM) |
|
TPM |
1.2 |
2 |
Mac OS device requirements:
|
Minimum |
Recommended |
|
|
OS |
Mac OS X 10.14 (Mojave) |
Mac OS X 10.14 (Mojave) or newer |
|
RAM |
8GB |
16GB |
|
Disk Space |
128-256GB |
512GB |
|
Screen Size |
13" |
n/a |
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Peripherals |
Microphone + Webcam |
Microphone + Webcam |
|
Office Version |
Office 2019 |
Office 365 |
|
Full Disk Encryption |
Self-encrypt with Filevault |
Self-encrypt with Filevault |