Remote Resources
Hardware and Software requirements
Continuity of Operations Plan Work from Home
Please review the following information if the need to work from home should arise.
Hardware
General computing requirements
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PC/Laptop preferably less than 5 years old
Minimum Specifications: -
Processor: current generation of Intel Core Series (i3, i5, i7, i9) or AMD Ryzen equivalent
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Memory: 8GB RAM
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Storage: 256GB
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Camera, Microphone, and Speakers
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Wireless connectivity (WiFi)
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Windows 10 or Mac OS X
Connect with the USF Computer Store for the lastest recommended hardware (NetId required).
For Collaboration
- High-speed internet access. At least 5Mbps upload and download (cable modem or comparable service) for MS Teams video calls.
- Microphone/Speakers
- Headset (optional)
- Camera
- Phone
Software
- Microsoft Office\Office365
- Microsoft Office Email
- MicrosoftTeams
- VPN Solution
- Latest version of a web browser (i.e. Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
- Box is the official file storage platform for USF. Store files in Box at https://usf.account.box.com/login.
Reminder: Store files in Box at box.usf.edu - do not store locally