Equipment Requirements

Dear candidate, we're so excited to know you're considering one of our Mexico-based roles!

All of the Porch contractors need to meet specific requirements when it comes to their hardware, mobile devices, and internet connection. Below you have all the details for all types of equipment and towards the bottom of the page you'll find step-by-step instructions on how to verify these details for your devices.

 

Hardware requirements:

Minimum Windows OS requirements:

  • At least Intel Core i5 6th  generation with 2.0 GHz

  • At least AMD A8  with 2.0 GHz

  • Ryzen 5  with 2.0 GHz

  • Windows 10 or above

  • 8GB of RAM

General requirements:

  • Web browser Google Chrome is preferred.

  • Current OS and antivirus updates installed.

  • Antivirus and Antimalware scans must be run weekly.

Network connectivity requirements:

  • Minimum internet speed requirements: 30mbps down 10mpbs up.

  • A hardwired Ethernet connection is required. 

  • To maintain high VPN speeds, no non-work related bandwidth-intensive websites or applications should be run on your work computer during business hours.

Minimum mobile OS requirements:

  • The device must be capable of running major versions of iOS or Android OS released in the last 2 years.

  • The device must be protected with an automatic screen lock and require a passcode, FaceId, or Fingerprint to unlock

  • Okta Verify app is required (Okta Browser and OS Support Policy).

 

If you're ready to check the specs of your equipment, click the button below for step-by-step instructions!