Device & Internet Requirements
For most Scholars projects, we have minimum requirements for your device and internet connection
Broadband Internet
You must have a reliable broadband internet connection with a minimum speed of 10 Mbps. To check your internet speed, visit Google's Internet Speed Test tool.
An occasional internet outage is OK, but you will not be able to work with our tools if your connection is consistently unreliable
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Especially in regions where power may be unreliable, you should use a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) to mitigate power outage issues. This is a device that provides backup power to your machine when the main power source fails. These can be purchased from most electronics retailers.
Minimum System Requirements
You must have a system meeting the following minimum specifications. We will request your system specifications as part of your onboarding process.
Processor: Intel i5, Apple Silicon (M1/M2) or equivalent
Memory: 8GB RAM or higher
Operating System: Windows 10, macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
Storage: 256GB, with at least 50GB free space
Maintenance responsibilities
You must ensure that your system is kept up to date and the latest security patches are applied to your system. If applicable, ensure all software drivers are up to date.
Administrative Privileges
You should have Administrator privileges on your system to ensure you can install any required iMerit applications without delay. Unsure? Check you have these privileges with the following steps:
Windows
Access the Account Settings
Click the Start button.
Type "Control Panel" (or "Settings" if you prefer the newer interface) and press Enter.
Open User Accounts
In Control Panel, click "User Accounts."
Look for an option like "User Accounts" or "Manage another account."
Check Your Account Type
Your account name will be listed, often with “Administrator” or “Standard” under it.
If you see “Administrator,” you have admin rights. If it says “Standard,” you do not.
Alternate Method (Quick Check)
Right-click on the Command Prompt icon (or another program) and select “Run as administrator.”
If you’re prompted for an administrator password, you likely don’t have admin privileges (or you need another admin user’s password).
If it opens without a password prompt, you’re an administrator.
macOS
Open System Settings/Preferences
Click the Apple menu (🍏) in the top-left corner of your screen.
Choose "System Settings" (on macOS Ventura or later) or "System Preferences" (on older versions).
Go to Users & Groups (or Users & Accounts)
In System Settings, select "Users & Groups" (or "Users & Accounts" in newer versions).
Select Your User Account
Click your account name in the list.
Look under your username; if you see “Admin” or “Allow user to administer this computer” checked, you have administrative privileges.
If it says “Standard” (or the box for “Allow user to administer this computer” is not checked), you do not have admin rights.
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