To run Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac, your computer must meet the following requirements:
- Processor: A Mac computer with an Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (500 MHz or faster) processor
- Operating System: Mac OS X version 10.4.9 or later
- Memory: 512 MB of RAM or more
- 1.5 GB of available hard disk space
- Hard Disk: HFS+ hard disk format (also known as Mac OS Extended or HFS Plus)
- Drives: DVD drive or connection to a local area network (if installing over a network)
- Display: 1024 x 768 or higher-resolution monitor
- Entourage and certain features require Internet access (fees may apply)
For Office 2008 for Mac and Office 2008 for Mac Special Media Editions: Connectivity to Microsoft Exchange Server 2000 or later is required for certain advanced functionality in Entourage 2008.
Additional items or services required to use certain features:
- Modem: 14.4 Kbps or higher.
- Internet Access: Internet connection through either an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network. Internet access might require a separate fee to an ISP; local or long-distance telephone charges might also apply.