Attention Incoming BSN Students:
The computer requirement for all incoming BSN Junior students enrolled beginning Summer 2019 will be a leased iPad from UTMB School of Nursing, included in the tuition and fees each semester for the duration of the program. Students will receive their iPads during orientation. More information will be shared as it becomes available.
Hardware is key.
Basic Hardware Specifications
HardDrive/Storage
Recommended |
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Required/Minimum |
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Memory
Recommended |
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Required/Minimum |
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Wireless Adapter (Laptops)
Recommended |
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Required/Minimum |
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For Online Programs/Courses
+
(Headset + WebCam)
+ +
(WebCam with Built-in Microphone + Headphones)
+ +
(WebCam with Built-in Microphone + Speakers)
We are Apple friendly. But you still need Office.
Bring your Macbook. Bring your iPad. Keep Office.
We do not require Apple users to run Parallels. What we do require is all course assignments and files be PC-compatible, ensured by using Microsoft Office.
Don't worry, you can use Office on Apple products as well as PCs.
(Must be accessed from an iMac or Macbook)
Operating System. Internet browsers. Adobe. Microsoft.
Basic software that will prove crucial to your success.
Windows Operating Systems:
Windows 10
Supported
Windows 8
Not Supported
Windows 7
Not Supported
Apple users should always run the latest version of MacOS (iMac, Macbook) or iOS (iPhone, iPad) unless specified otherwise.
Internet Browsers:
Google Chrome
Supported
Mozilla FireFox
Supported
/
Microsoft Edge/Internet Explorer 11
Supported
Apple users are encouraged to download one of or both Google Chrome and Mozilla FireFox. Users of the Safari browser have typically experienced problems with Blackboard during their studies.
