Recommended Computer Systems for Nursing Students
Here are the recommended computer configurations to help students successfully complete their course of study at the UT College of Nursing. The biggest factor in determining computer systems is the use of ExamSoft and Examplify for proctored nursing exams. The recommendations are based on ExamSoft’s minimum requirements as well as our experience supporting our students.
Windows Systems
- Operating System: The most current Windows version – now Windows 11.
- Alternate versions of Windows 11, such as Windows RT and Windows 11 S, are NOT supported.
- ExamSoft does not support tablet devices other than Surface Pro.
- CPU Processor: x86 or ARM-based processor supported by your operating system.
- ARM Processors are only supported on Windows 11 24H2 and higher using Examplify version 3.10.0 or higher.
- RAM: 8GB minimum. 16 GB is good. I recommend 32GB of RAM for efficient test-taking.
- Hard drive: 128 GB is not adequate. 250GB minimum. 500GB or higher of available space is better.
- Internet connection for download, registration, exam download, upload, and some exam features.
- Built-in webcam and microphone
- High-speed internet ready
MAC System
- Operating System: Current MAC OS (currently – Tahoe).
- Only genuine versions of Mac operating systems are supported.
- CPU: Intel, A18, or M series processor.
- RAM: 8 GB Minimum. 16 GB is good. I recommend 32GB of RAM for efficient test-taking.
- Hard drive: 128 GB is not adequate. 250GB minimum. 500GB or higher of available space is better.
- The College of Nursing does not support iPads or iPad Pros for testing purposes.
- Built-in webcam and microphone
- High-speed internet ready
