Specifications

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System Requirements
Pro Tools M-Powered can be used with a Digide-
sign-qualified M-Audio interface, running on a
Digidesign-qualified Windows or Mac com-
puter.
A DVD drive is required to use the Pro Tools In-
staller disc.
For complete system requirements, visit the
Digidesign website (www.digidesign.com).
Compatibility Information
Digidesign can only assure compatibility and
provide support for hardware and software it has
tested and approved.
For a list of Digidesign-qualified computers, op-
erating systems, hard drives, and third-party de-
vices, refer to the latest compatibility informa-
tion on the Digidesign website
(www.digidesign.com).
Pre-Authorized iLok
M-Powered software is authorized using the iLok
USB Smart Key (iLok) from PACE Anti-Piracy.
The iLok is similar to a dongle, but unlike a don-
gle, it is designed to securely authorize multiple
software applications from a variety of software
developers.
This key can hold over 100 authorizations for all
of your iLok-enabled software. Once an iLok is
authorized for a given piece of software, you can
use the iLok to authorize that software on any
computer.
Pro Tools M-Powered includes one iLok, which
is pre-authorized for ProTools M-Powered soft-
ware.
MIDI Requirements
USB MIDI interfaces work effectively with
Pro Tools systems on Windows or Mac. Serial
MIDI interfaces are supported on Windows sys-
tems only.
For a list of supported adapters, visit the Digide-
sign website (www.digidesign.com).
Pre-Authorized iLok
The M-Powered pre-authorized iLok must
be inserted in an available USB port on your
computer to run Pro Tools M-Powered.
For additional information about iLok tech-
nology and authorizations, see the elec-
tronic PDF of the iLok Usage Guide.
Only USB MIDI interfaces are compatible
with Pro Tools systems for Mac OS X.
Modem-to-serial port adapters and serial
MIDI devices are not supported.