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If you already have office or want to install Microsoft Lync as a stand alone application you may download it as a current EIT student. Below are some instruction guides to explain how to install Lync to your computer and a list of the other Lync downloads.
Installation instructions:
Installation instructions:
Windows Lync 2013 downloads:
Microsoft Lync 2013 Download (64-bit)
Install Microsoft Lync 2011 on Mac OSX. ” Seems that I have to move the PKG-file to another location then the download directory.? Can you help me? Lync for Mac is much more limited in its capabilities compared to SfB/Lync on a PC, but still can be an effective teaching/meeting tool. When you open Lync for Mac, you should briefly see the blue sign in window at the bottom of the previous module page, and then it should automatically open the contacts window shown below.
Mac Lync 2011 download:
If I have a Windows computer, which download should I use?
1. To find out what kind of operating system you are using, click Computer on your desktop.
2. Right click and choose Properties.
3. A screen will appear telling you information about your computer. Under the system heading, you will see what system-bit operating system you are using. Choose the appropiate download link from the top section.
What are the minimum specifications for Lync to work on my computer or laptop?
Lync For Macbook
Windows: | |
System component | Minimum requirement |
Computer/processor | Intel Pentium 4, AMD Athlon 64, or equivalent |
Memory | 2 gigabytes (GB) of RAM |
Data and Voice | Minimum 1.6 gigahertz (GHz) or faster processor. We recommend 2.0 gigahertz (32-bit or 64- bit). |
Display resolution | |
Graphics hardware | 1024 x 768 required |
Support for Microsoft DirectX 9 application programming interface 128 megabytes (MB) of graphics memory (minimum). We recommend 256 MB of graphics memory. Windows Display Driver Model driver Pixel Shader 2.0 in hardware 32 bits per pixel | |
Mac: | |
System component | Minimum requirement |
Computer/processor | Intel only |
Memory | 1 GB of RAM or more |
Data and Voice | Compatible microphone and speakers, headset with microphone, or equivalent device Sample devices include a built-in Apple iSight webcam and other external devices that are compatible with Mac OS X |
Display resolution | Super VGA 1280 x 800 |
Operating system | Mac OS X v10.5.8 (Leopard) or a later version including Mac OS X v10.6 (Snow Leopard) and Mac OS X v10.7 (Lion) |
Other requirements | Safari version 5 or Firefox version 5 or higher for a new Lync for Mac feature to work, Meeting Join. Office for Mac 2011 for new integration features A broadband internet connection is needed |
Having trouble installing Lync to your computer?
Lync For Mac 2011
If you have any queries, contact either IT Services helpdesk 06 974 8000 ext 4357 or EIT Libraries, Twist Library 06 974 8000 ext 6045; Tairāwhiti Library 06 869 0835