macOS at Stanford | University IT

University IT provides resources that help you configure your macOS applications for use in the Stanford computing environment. Before downloading your preferred version of macOS, review the Browser Recommendations webpage for versions of macOS.

macOS system requirements

Before upgrading your macOS device, we recommend that you complete a few system checks to help ensure that the operating system (OS) upgrade goes smoothly.

Review the Service and Software Sunset Schedule page to keep up-to-date on which macOS versions are currently supported.
Explore Apple's Mac documentation for technical specifications, user guides, and additional device information.
Verify application compatibility below and on the Roaring Apps website.

macOS Sequoia

Private Wi-Fi address feature may be incompatible with specific Wi-Fi networks, such as "Stanford" and "eduroam"

For Apple devices enrolled in Jamf, this setting is turned off.
To manually manage this setting on macOS, follow these instructions.

Sequoia Compatibility	Essential Stanford Software (ESS)	Notes
Compatible	BigFix
Compatible	Jamf
Compatible	CrashPlan
Compatible	Fetch
Compatible	Google Drive for desktop
Compatible	Jabber
Compatible	Microsoft Office
Compatible	OneDrive
Compatible	AuristorFS
Not Compatible	Stanford Anti-Malware (CrowdStrike)	Resolved in macOS 15.0.1 - A problem with the Sequoia firewall disrupts network connectivity. Security products including CrowdStrike’s Falcon Sensor are subsequently affected.
Compatible	VLRE
Compatible	Remote Access VPN

Additional resources

Get help selecting hardware to meet your personal and departmental needs.
Questions about upgrading your device? Submit a Help request.