System Requirements and Software Links

SCOHS Computer System Requirements

Hardware:

• • A laptop (should not be more than 3 years old) is recommended for all undergraduate and graduate programs. (While cell phones and tablets work for some services we provide, you will still need a laptop that meets the minimum requirements.)

  • CPU: Intel Quad-core 1.8GHz / AMD Quad-core 2.0Ghz or better ( Intel i5, or i7 recommended)

  • Ram: 4GB (8GB recommended)

  • Storage: At least 25GB of free space

  • Recommended Equipment:

    • External Webcam (built in webcams work, however an external USB webcam is recommended as some of the academic activities will require you to capture your physical environment such as taking tests, online from your home.)

    • External storage medium (Flash Drive, Portable HDD/SSD, etc)

Software:

• • Microsoft Windows® Operating System (Windows 8.1, 8.1 Pro,+, 10 Home, 10 Pro, 11 Home, or 11 Pro) or Mac OS 10.12 or later.

  • A current antivirus and antispyware application that is regularly updated

  • Google Chrome (recommended browser for all college online activities)

  • Adobe Reader DC or a more recent version (Built-in PDF reader in browser is fine for most documents)

  • NOTE: Sentara College of Health Sciences uses Brightspace. Students will need to maintain personal computer systems to comply with Brightspace technical requirements. You may use the System Check tool at https://community.desire2learn.com/d2l/systemCheck to verify your computer’s compatibility with Brightspace.

Internet/Email

• • Home Internet Connection:

    • Minimum Speed: 8Mbps

  • Once you receive your email account, use your "@sentara.edu" Gmail for all College communications