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Hardware Setup

Updated: Oct 8, 2026

Hardware requirements

Verify that your development computer and other hardware meet the requirements for the testing method you plan to use. You configure your Meta VR device in Software Setup.
Make sure you have the right hardware before you start building. You will need a development computer and, depending on your testing method, a Meta VR device and USB-C cable.
HardwareMeta XR SimulatorMeta Horizon LinkBuild and Run
Development computer
Windows or Apple Silicon macOS
Windows only
Windows or macOS
Meta VR device
Not needed
Required
Required
USB-C cable
Not needed
See Link requirements⁠ or use Wi-Fi
Data-capable USB-C cable required
Diagram of the computer, Meta VR device, and cable each testing method requires.



On Windows, you can also use Meta Horizon Link to stream your app directly to a Meta VR device without building an APK. This is useful for faster iteration with real hand tracking. See Link requirements⁠ for cable guidance and other details.

After you confirm the requirements for your selected testing method, your hardware is ready. Continue to Software Setup.
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