For easy tax preparation, make sure your computer meets these standards.
Windows® CD/Download Products:
Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax 2009 software installed on a Windows computer. The 2009 versions are Easy Start, Basic, Deluxe, Premier, Home & Business, and Business.
- Processor: 450 MHz 32-bit (x86) or faster processor
- Operating Systems:
- Windows XP (32-bit and 64-bit) Home/Media Center Edition/Pro with Service Pack 2 or higher
- Windows Vista™ (32-bit and 64-bit) Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate
- Windows 7
- Administrative rights required
- RAM: 256 MB
- Monitor:
- 800×600 screen resolution (1024×768 recommended)
- Internet Connection: 56 Kbps modem (Broadband connection recommended)
- Third Party Software
- Microsoft .NET 3.5 SP1 (included with TurboTax Installer)
- Microsoft Windows Installer 3.1 or higher (included with TurboTax Installer)
- Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or higher
- Adobe Flash Player 9 or higher
- Adobe Reader 8 or higher
- CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive
- Hard Disk Space:
- Federal Products: 500 MB for TurboTax (plus up to 620 MB for Microsoft .NET 3.5 SP1 if not already installed)
- State Products: 15 MB
- Federal plus State Products: 500 MB for TurboTax (plus up to 620 MB for Microsoft .NET 3.5 SP1 if not already installed)
- Printer: Any Windows-compatible inkjet or laser printer
Mac CD/Download Products:
Below are the minimum requirements for TurboTax 2009 software installed on a Mac computer. The TurboTax 2009 versions are Basic, Deluxe, Premier, and Home & Business. TurboTax Easy Start and Business is not available for the Mac.
- Processor:
- PowerPC G3 or higher
- Intel-based Processor
- Operating System: Mac OS X (10.4) or higher
- Monitor: 1024×768 screen resolution
- RAM: 256 MB
- Internet Connection: 56 Kbps modem (Broadband connection recommended)
- CD-ROM Drive: 2X CD-ROM drive
- Hard Disk Space:
- Federal Products: 225 MB
- State Products: 30 MB
- Federal plus State Products: 255 MB
- Printer: Any Macintosh-compatible inkjet or laser printer
