Hardware and Software Requirements

The following recommendations should deliver satisfactory performance in each indicated category. If your implementation is particularly demanding, you should increase both RAM and processor speed to compensate. Simultaneous usage of resource-hungry applications such as Microsoft Office also demand more RAM. Please refer to System Recommendations for SOS 2010 and Later for greater detail.

Standalone Computer or Network Workstation

  • 1 GHz processor or higher (Intel or AMD processors).
  • At least 1 GB RAM for Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 10. Larger databases will require more RAM.
  • 6 GB or more hard disk space.
  • CD-ROM drive (or CD-RW, or DVD) for installation.
  • 17" or larger monitor running 1024x768 resolution or higher.
  • Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 10.
  • Backup system, preferably tape, CD-RW, or other removable media.

Network Server for Small Workgroup (up to 6 workstations)

  • "Dedicated" server that is not also used as a user’s workstation.
  • 1 GHz processor or higher (Intel or AMD). The database will take advantage of multiple/multi-threading/multi-core processors, if present.
  • 2 GB or more RAM (highly dependent on size of database, but 2 GB should meet the needs of most small to mid-sized installations).
  • CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD drive.
  • Any monitor.
  • Windows Vista Business, Windows 7 Pro, or Windows Server 2008 or 2012 to host the database.
  • Tape or other removable media backup.

Network Server for Large Workgroup (7 or more workstations)

  • "Dedicated" server that is not also used as a user’s workstation.
  • 2 GHz processor or higher (Intel or AMD). The database will take advantage of multiple processors or cores, if present. A multi-processor/multi-core server will provide significantly better performance, especially as the number of simultaneous users increases. Note that the standard server license is valid for up to four processors/cores. If running on a larger system, there is a modest additional charge for every four processors/cores above the first four.
  • 2 GB or more RAM (highly dependent on size of database).
  • Two or more high performance hard disks.
  • CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD drive.
  • Any monitor.
  • Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2012.
  • Tape or other removable media backup.

Special issues:

  • Note that the installation will require a CD-ROM or DVD drive (any speed). 
  • All your workstations must be running Windows Vista, 7, 8 or 10. For satisfactory performance we would recommend a 1 GHz or faster processor and no less than 2 GB for Vista, 7, 8 or 10. SOS Office Manager will not install on Windows me, 98, 95 or older.
  • Virtual server environments such as VMWare and Microsoft Virtual Server are not supported. If you install on a virtual server and unusual issues should arise, SOS may require that the installation be moved to a traditional server before providing additional assistance.

 
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