Requirements
- You must have a VUnetID.
- You must have a computer system with the minimum system requirements described below.
- Operating System: Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista.
- Processor: Pentium-class CPU equivalent or better.
- Hard Drive: Approximately 13 MB for Napster, 18 MB for Windows Media Player if not already installed, adequate space to store purchased and downloaded tracks.
- Monitor: Napster can be viewed on a monitor with a screen resolution of 800x600 or greater.
- Sound Card: Sound Card and speakers.
- Browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer is required. IE 6.0 or above is recommended. Napster will not work with Firefox and other browsers.
- Digital Music Player: Windows Media Player 7.1 or higher (Windows Media Player is recommended as it improves streaming quality and reduces buffering times.)
- Internet Connection: Active Internet connection (broadband/128+ kbps is recommended).
- USB Port: A USB 2.0 port is recommended if you are connecting a portable device, as it provides maximum transfer rates.
- The Napster client (see get started page).
Minimum System Requirements:
- Portable device: 70+ Digital Music Players
Optional:
ATTENTION iPod users & Macintosh users:
Although there are ways to use Napster with your Mac and iPod, it's not easy. iTunes may be a better solution for your music service needs. Please see the FAQ for more details.
