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Hard Drive Storage Space
Mono audio tracks recorded with 16-bit resolution at 44.1 kHz (CD-quality) require
approximately 5 MB of hard disk space per minute. The same tracks recorded with 24-bit
resolution require about 7.5 MB per minute. The following table lists the required drive
space for certain track numbers and track lengths. In deciding the required hard drive space
for your needs, plan accordingly.
Required hard drive space for audio tracks
Number of tracks and length
1 track, 1 minute
2 tracks (stereo), 5 minutes
2 tracks (stereo), 60 minute
24 tracks, 5 minutes
24 tracks, 60 minutes
Launching Pro Tools LE the First Time
Serial Number Entry
When launching Pro Tools LE the first time, you are prompted to enter a serial number.
Serial number entry for Pro Tools
The serial number is located on the inside cover of this guide. Enter it in the dialog when
prompted, making sure to observe any spaces, then click Validate.
16-bit at
16-bit at
44.1 kHz
48 kHz
5 MB
5.5 MB
50 MB
55 MB
600 MB
662 MB
600 MB
662 MB
7 GB
7.8 GB
24-bit at
24-bit at
44.1 kHz
48 kHz
7.5 MB
8.2 MB
75 MB
83 MB
900 MB
991 MB
900 MB
991 MB
10.5 GB
11.6 GB
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