Computer ReQuirements

Students in the School of Forest Resources are required to have a Microsoft Windows laptop computer that is powerful enough to support the program requirements necessary for coursework.

Recommended Computer

Model: Dell 16 Pro Plus
Price: $1,799.00
Operating System: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit (Windows-based laptop required)
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 268V (5.0 GHz, 8 cores, 8 threads)
Memory (RAM): 32GB LPDDR5X 8533MTs
Storage: 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD Drive
Display: 16.0-inch 16:10 2.5K (2560×1600) Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 300nits WVA
Graphics: Intel Arc 140V GPU
Warranty: Four-year on-site warranty with accidental damage coverage
Purchasing Information: Available through the University Bookstore or by calling 207-581-2580.

Minimum System Requirements:

  • Operating System: Windows 11
  • Processor: 3.7 GHz or higher
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Hard Drive: 1TB Capacity
  • Graphics: must be able to run the required software (see below)

We recommend the following system:

  • Operating System: Windows 11
  • Processor: 4.80 GHz or Higher
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Hard Drive: 1 TB Capacity
  • Graphics: must be able to run the required software (see below)

Software Requirements:

Computers will be expected to run:

  • MS Office Studio
  • FVS
  • ARC GIS

Questions? Please contact the SFR Office at 207.581.2887 or sfr@maine.edu, for more information or guidance in choosing the right computer for you studies.