Please see our recommendations on minimum technology for both in-person and remote
students.
Tip: Headsets with Microphones will enhance both the audio you receive and transmit over Zoom.
In-Person
- Headsets with Microphones
Headsets with Microphones are required in class for breakout rooms.
For more information on what types of headphones to get, please click here.
- Laptop or Tablet with Built-in Webcam
Laptops or Tablets that have internet connectivity and a built-in webcam are required in class for breakout rooms.
To see minimum system requirements, please click here.
- Face Coverings
Face coverings are required in the building.
Please do your part in keeping our community safe!
- Clearance to Come to Class
Prior to coming to class, please make sure to complete your symptom attestation through Patient Connect.
Faculty may ask all students in their classes to show them your badge on your mobile device prior to starting class.
Remote
- Headsets with Microphones
Headsets with Microphones are recommended for better audio quality.
For more information on what types of headphones to get, please click here.
- Laptop or Tablet with Built-in Webcam
Laptops or Tablets that have internet connectivity and a built-in webcam are required to attend class remotely via Zoom.
To see minimum system requirements, please click here.
- Internet Connection
An internet connection is required to attend class remotely via Zoom.
To see minimum bandwidth requirements, please click here.
Headphones with Microphones
Any headsets with microphones will work. Here are the different types of headsets with microphones:
- Airpods
- Over-ear headphones with Boom Mic
- Wired Earbuds with Mic in Cable
Laptop or Tablet Minimum System Requirements
- Supported Operating Systems:
- macOS X with macOS 10.9 or later
- Windows 10*
Note: For devices running Windows 10, they must run Windows 10 Home, Pro, or Enterprise. S Mode is not supported. - Windows 8 or 8.1
- Windows 7
- iOS and Android devices
- Surface PRO 2 or higher running Win 8.1 or higher
Minimum Bandwidth Recommendation
- For group video calling:
- 800kbps/1.0Mbps (up/down) for high quality video
- For gallery view and/or 720p HD video: 1.5Mbps/1.5Mbps (up/down)
- Receiving 1080p HD video requires 2.5mbps (up/down)
- Sending 1080p HD video requires 3.0 Mbps (up/down)
- For screen sharing only (no video thumbnail): 50-75kbps
- For screen sharing with video thumbnail: 50-150kbps