We want you to be prepared for your studies at UBalt Law. This semester, technology and software will be of special importance. Below is a list of technology requirements and software.
Students receiving financial aid may include the cost of technology, up to $1,500, in the cost of their education. Please speak with the Office of Financial Aid for details.
Laptops
Laptops are a required item. Midterms and finals are delivered through Examplify offered by Examsoft. Therefore, your laptop must meet the minimum requirements to run Examplify.
Windows Requirements for Examplify Version 2.9:
- Operating System: 64-bit versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11.
- Alternate versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11, such as Windows RT and Windows 10 and 11 S, are NOT supported at this time.
- If you are using a Microsoft Surface device, please read this article for important instructions on Windows 10 and 11 “S mode” versus the standard Windows 10 or 11. S mode is not compatible with Examplify.
- Only genuine versions of Windows Operating Systems are supported.
- The versions of Windows 10 certified for use are 20H2, 21H1, 21H2, and Windows 11 21H2.
- The English (United States) Language Pack must be installed.
- ExamSoft does not support tablet devices other than Surface Pro as detailed above.
- CPU Processor: Non-ARM based processor supported by your operating system.
- RAM: 8GB of usable RAM or higher.
- Hard drive: 4GB or higher of available space.
- For on-site support, and in order to back up the answer files to a USB drive, a working USB port is required. (Newer devices may require an adaptor.)
- For technical troubleshooting, account passwords including BitLocker keys, may be required.
- Internet connection for download, registration, exam download, upload, and some exam features.
- Examplify cannot be run within virtualized environments or environments that require persistent network (local or otherwise) connections during secure exams. This includes, but is not limited to, VMWare, Parallels, Citrix workspace, virtual disks, streamed images, etc.
- Screen resolution should be at least 1280 x 768. Scaling should be set to 100%.
- Administrator-level account permissions (Instructions).
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For instructions on how to check your computer’s specifications, click here.
- For instructions on how to update your device to be within these guidelines, click here.
- For instructions on how to check your version of Examplify, click here.
The following requirements apply for exams with ExamID or ExamMonitor enabled:
- Examplify version 2.9 or greater
- Hard drive: 4GB or higher available space
- RAM: 8GB or higher recommended; 4GB required
- Webcam: Integrated camera or external USB camera supported by your operating system. Virtual cameras are not supported.
- Microphone (no headphones, no virtual mics)
- Internet: 2.5 Mbps upload speed
Please note
: You may not use any virtual camera, audio software, or stereo mixing devices with ExamID or ExamMonitor.
Examplify 2.9 supports many different
audio
array devices. However, before you select your audio device, you must validate that your audio is working. To do this,
please review this article
on confirming your audio settings in Examplify.
Exam-takers that must utilize an external microphone can use a standalone microphone, or one that is built into an external camera; however, headphones with built-in microphones are not supported.
Additional instructions on using an external microphone can be found here
.
Mac Requirements for Examplify Version 2.8 and Later:
- Catalina, Big Sur, and Monterey.
- For a better experience, we recommend that you take your exam on the same OS version that you have completed a recent successful mock exam.
- Only genuine versions of Mac operating systems are supported.
- CPU: Intel or M1 processor. Devices using Apple's M1 processor and Apple Rosetta 2 are supported. To learn more about Rosetta, click here.
- RAM: 8GB or higher.
- Hard Drive: 4GB or higher available space.
- For on-site support, and in order to back-up the answer files to a USB drive, a working USB port is required (Newer devices may require an adapter).
- For technical troubleshooting, account passwords including device passwords may be required.
- Server version of Mac OS X is not supported.
- Examplify is not compatible with virtual operating systems such as Microsoft's Virtual Machine, Parallels, VMware, VMware Fusion or any other virtual environments.
- Internet connection is required for download, registration, exam download and upload.
- Administrator-level account permissions (Instructions).
- Examplify is not compatible within virtualized environments or environments that require persistent network (local or otherwise) connections during secure exams. This includes, but is not limited to, VMWare, Parallels, Citrix workspace, virtual disks, streamed images, etc.
- Screen resolution should be at least 1280 x 768. Scaling should be set to 100%.
- For instructions on how to check your computer's specifications, click here.
- For instructions on how to update your device to be within these guidelines, click here.
- For instructions on how to check your version of Examplify, click here.
The following requirements apply for exams with ExamID or ExamMonitor enabled
- Examplify version 2.8.4 or greater
- Hard drive: 4GB or higher available space
- RAM: 8GB or higher recommended; 4GB required
- Webcam: Integrated camera or external USB camera supported by your operating system. Virtual cameras and Microsoft Lifecam Series cameras are not supported.
- Microphone (no headphones, no virtual mics)
- Internet: 2.5 Mbps upload speed
Please note: You may not use any virtual camera or audio software with ExamID or ExamMonitor.
The Office of Technology Services suggests that students purchase computers with mid- to high-end specifications, in accordance with the requirements of the most demanding software they will be using in their curricula.
Below is a chart that can help map out what to look for in a computer, based on what is available in the market right now.
For Law students, only Windows PCs and Mac computers support all required Examsoft software for exam taking (including remote exams). Chromebooks, iPads, Android tablets and Linux machines are not suggested technology purchases for Law students.
Suggested specifications of a Windows PC or a Mac computer:
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Mid (Target Suggestion) |
High-End |
Specialty High-End |
Low-end (Not Suggested) |
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Processor |
Intel Core i5, AMD Ryzen 5 or 7: The best balance of power and battery life. |
Intel Core i7, AMD Ryzen 7 or 9: Powerful computing but might run hotter and have less battery life. |
Intel Core i9, AMD ThreadRipper: For the most demanding applications in Visual Media or Software Development. Runs hotter and has less battery life. |
Intel Core i3, AMD Ryzen 3 or A Series: Basic software needs. Ok for Microsoft Office, Internet, and Email. Not recommended for video editing, graphic design, data analysis, or other high-end tasks. |
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RAM |
8GB: Most modern applications will run optimally. |
16GB: Recommended for Graphic Design, Video, and Statistical Analysis. |
32GB or more: Can handle the most demanding software but may decrease battery life. |
4GB: Most applications will at least run. |
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Storage: Solid State Drive (SSD) |
256GB SSD: A good amount for most mixed uses. |
512GB SSD: Plenty for Graphic Design or Software Development. |
1TB SSD or more: For big data analysis, Large Video projects, or anything you can throw at it. |
128GB SSD or any Mechanical Hard Disk Drive (HDD): While this Solid State Drive is fast, it is too small for modern applications and media for the long term. The HDD is an older technology that is slow, sensitive, and can fail easily. HDD’s generally have much more storage capacity for a much smaller price. |
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Expected Price Ranges |
$600-$1400 |
$1300-$2200 |
$2500+ |
$300-$500 |
Software Available for Download After You Are Registered For Classes
Office 365
You can download Office 365 through the MyUB Portal for free. From your computer, login to the portal, locate the Computer Services box, and click the MS Office 365 Pro Plus Software link. Office 365 includes
Office 365 ProPlus for PC
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Access, Outlook, Skype for Business
Office 365 ProPlus for Mac (Office for Mac base applications)
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Skype for Business
Office for iPhone/iPad
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Skype for Business are available as separate downloads through the App Store.
Office Mobile for Android
Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile. OneNote and Skype for Business Mobile available as separate download.
MicroSoft Teams is also included for remote collaboration and as well as access to OneDrive for file storage.
More information about Office 365 can be found here.
Zoom
All students have access to Zoom using their NetID and password. Use the Single Sign-On (SSO) in Zoom. More information can be found here.
UBalt Law students also have access to:
- Westlaw
- LexisNexis
- Bloomberg