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The document outlines the mandatory software and hardware requirements for students pursuing a BS Degree program at IIT Madras, including specifications for laptops or desktops, operating systems, and internet bandwidth. It emphasizes the need for specific configurations to ensure compatibility for online interactions and proctored examinations, including the use of a mobile stand during exams. Additionally, it provides links to resources for further understanding of system configurations.

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Software and Hardware Requirements

The document outlines the mandatory software and hardware requirements for students pursuing a BS Degree program at IIT Madras, including specifications for laptops or desktops, operating systems, and internet bandwidth. It emphasizes the need for specific configurations to ensure compatibility for online interactions and proctored examinations, including the use of a mobile stand during exams. Additionally, it provides links to resources for further understanding of system configurations.

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Mandatory System Specifications


The following are the essential requirements that are recommended to pursue the BS Degree
program from IIT Madras[1]. Please note that there will be updates in some of the specifications
with changes happening in technology.

Hardware

To enroll and study in the program, every student is required to have a laptop or desktop with
the minimum configuration being as follows:
1. RAM Size - 8 GB or higher (The ability to install more memory is desirable).
2. Processor - Intel 8th Generation or AMD 4th Generation or upwards or its equivalent
(The latest processor configuration is always recommended)
3. Storage - Minimum of 500 GB, Desirable of 1 TB. Having an SSD storage is desirable.
4. Screen size and resolution - Minimum of 13” for laptop and Minimum of 15” for desktop
with 1080p
5. Webcamera, a mic and speaker or an earphone/headphone with mic.

Software/Applications

1. Operating System - Minimum requirement of Windows 10 or Ubuntu LTS Version 20.04


(or any equivalent) or Mac OS Mojave. Having the capability of dual boot is desirable. If
there is no capability for dual boot, then the operating system must support virtualization
software like VirtualBox using which Ubuntu 20.04 can be emulated. The System
Commands course in Semester 4 will be taught primarily on Ubuntu 20.04.
2. Browser - Latest version of Chrome with Google Account signed in
3. Basic familiarity with Google Suite of tools (Docs, Sheets and Slides), specifically
collaboration features.
4. Any other software that is specified within the course

Internet Bandwidth

Minimum of 2 MBPS connection is required to attend sessions without disruptions. However we


strongly recommend broadband connections with much higher bandwidth for the best learning
experience.

System compatibility test

All students have to mandatorily attend the system compatibility test and ensure that the system
you have conforms to the above requirements and student has to participate in this on the dates
mentioned by the Admin team to get this completed.

Mandatory For Online Interactions/Proctored


Examinations

- Browser - Latest version of Chrome is desirable


- Mobile with a front camera and good internet connection (VOLTE connections are ideal)
- Internal Mic and Speakers of the Mobile device should be in good working condition to
be able to speak to the person at the other end (during the exam).
- Any applications as required to be installed for the interactions/examinations

Mobile Stand

It is mandatory for learners to keep their mobile phone in a mobile stand during the exam. The
mobile stand should be kept approximately 3 to 5 ft away from your seat whereby the proctor
can monitor you taking the exam. Learners will NOT be permitted to take Remote Proctored
exams without this arrangement in place. Exams taken without this arrangement will not be
considered for evaluation.

Sample video on ideal location to place the mobile phone stand is given here:
https://youtu.be/TsZrrEb_bxE
We suggest that you practice this with your friends/classmates - place your phone in the mobile
stand and check if the view in GMeet is correct.

Requirements for Mobile Holder Or Stand:


- Adjustable Height (height adjustment to at least 13.8’’ inches)
- 360* Degree Rotation

Sample links:
https://www.amazon.in/SPYKART-Universal-Adjustable-Compatible-
Smartphones/dp/B08X3LBGCX/ref=asc_df_B08X3LBGCX/?tag=googleshopdes-
21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=497398715025&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1844838869119050417&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1007809&hvta
1241233062407&psc=1&ext_vrnc=hi

https://www.amazon.in/Adjustable-Rotation-Portable-Compatible-
Smartphones/dp/B0976B7SM1/ref=psdc_1389422031_t1_B08X3LBGCX

Other References

Some more helpful links that will help you in understanding possible system configurations:
1. https://towardsdatascience.com/20-necessary-requirements-of-a-perfect-laptop-for-data-
science-and-machine-learning-tasks-7d0c59c3cb63
2. https://www.umass.edu/it/support/hardware/recommended-minimum-computer-
configurations-windows
3. https://www.du.edu/it/support/how-to/students/laptops
4. https://wmich.edu/cs/laptop-requirements

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Updated on Jan 20, 2022

[1] Last updated: Jan 20, 2022

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