- Operating system: Windows 10 or 11; macOS (version within Apple's support window and updated)
- RAM: 8 GB or higher
- Hard drive: at least 500 GB, SSD preferred
- Battery life: at least 6 hours
- Office software: Microsoft Office 365, available without charge for students at the university's Software Center
- Supported by: Exam4
- Warranty: 3 year strongly recommended