TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
| SPECIFICATIONS | MINIMUM OPTION | RECOMMENDED |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3 or equivalent | Intel core i5 or equivalent |
| Memory | 4GB RAM | 8GB RAM |
| Desktop Display | 19-inch or Larger Display | 21-inch or larger Display |
| Laptop Display | 15-inch or larger Display | |
| Audio and Video | Updated Software Drivers/Good Quality headset with Microphone & Webcam | |
| Internet Connection | High-Speed Wired/Wireless internet Connection | |
| Suggested Browsers | Google chrome/Mozilla Firefox/ Microsoft Edge | |
Additional Notes
Use of Mobiles and Tablets
We are currently not supporting mobile devices or tablet computers when using the Phoenix Community College Student Hub. Development is ongoing and we look forward to offering this in the future. However, we can use these devices if the printer and scanner are not available. We can use these as an alternative way to save files and if printing is needed, we can just plug it and run it through another computer and print it. We can also use these for scanning files and images with a built-in scanner app or we can download PDF mobile app and the like if the scanner is not available.
Apple MAC Computers
We recommend you use a Windows PC or laptop; however, Apple MAC computers can be used. We are obliged to make our users aware that we are unable to support Apple MAC computers as fully as Windows computers. Apple MACs also work with different file types to Windows, therefore, if an Apple MAC is used, Microsoft Office for MAC or Google Docs are required to save documents in the correct file types, otherwise, files may need to be converted for compatibility.
Operating System
Up-to-date version of Windows 10 or Windows 11
Internet Connection
We recommend a wired network connection is used wherever possible rather than Wi-Fi. We recommend a minimum Internet download speed of 10 Mbps.
Internet browser
Google Chrome (latest version) is recommended.
Printer and Scanner
We recommend that students have access to a printer and scanner for school work as some subjects require the printing and scanning of class exercises and exams.
Chromebook or Chrome Operating System
The Chrome Operating System is not supported by our system.
Camera & Sound
Ensure that the software drivers for the headset, microphone and webcam are up-to-date. You may choose any of your preferences as long as it has good quality. A headset with a built-in microphone and a high-resolution webcam is recommended.
Basic Software Applications
Microsoft Office is recommended as Phoenix Community College has made sure that the students have their files in one place to ensure security and to perform tasks needed for school work such as class exercises and assignments.
Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat is recommended for desktop and laptop use while on mobile and tablet devices, these have already built-in PDF viewers, or if not available, Adobe Reader has a mobile version for both Android and Apple users.