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Pro Tools First System Requirements

Last Updated : April 17, 2015
Products Affected : Pro_Tools_1_6

System Requirements and Compatibility with Pro Tools|First Software

For optimal performance and reliability, be sure that your computer or laptop meets the following minimum system requirements.

Mac:

  • Intel® Mac with Mac OS X 10.9-10.9.5 or 10.10-10.10.2
  • Intel® Core 2 Duo processor
  • 2GB RAM (4GB or more recommended)
  • Internet connection for installation
  • 15GB disk space for installation
  • USB-port, FireWire-port or Thunderbolt-port for CoreAudio-supported audio device
  • Supports Marketplace in-app purchased AAX plug-ins in Pro Tools First
  • PACE hard disk authorization (no iLok required)

Windows:
  • Intel® PC with Windows 7 64-bit (Home Premium, Professional and Ultimate Editions) or Windows 8/8.1 (Standard and Pro Editions)
  • Intel® Core 2 Duo processor
  • 2GB RAM (4GB or more recommended)
  • Internet connection for installation
  • 15GB disk space for installation
  • USB-port or FireWire-port for ASIO-supported audio device
  • Supports Marketplace in-app purchased AAX plug-ins in Pro Tools First
  • PACE hard disk authorization (no iLok required)
For more information about Pro Tools|First, please go to the Pro Tools|First FAQ page.

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