What are the Predator Software System Requirements?

What are the Predator Software System Requirements?

Overview

System requirements for Predator applications are listed below. Most implementations can be done on either a desktop or server operating system.
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Predator PDM has additional requirements. Review Predator PDM IT Requirements for more information. 

Server Minimum Requirements
Recommended
Minimum
Operating System
Windows Server 2022
Windows 11 or Windows Server 2016
CPU
Intel Xeon, Intel i7 Series, AMD Ryzen 7 series or newer CPU
Intel Xeon, Intel i5 Series, AMD Ryzen 5 series or newer CPU
Memory
32 GB RAM or more
16 GB RAM or more
Disk Space
 1 TB
512 GB

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This is based on the assumption of a dedicated server without any other hosted applications. Should there be additional applications running on the server, including security applications, it is advisable to modify the setup to accommodate the requirements of those applications, in conjunction with the minimum requirements for Predator.
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Additional Requirements
  1. USB Port
  2. 1280 x 960 Screen Resolution
  3. .NET Framework 3.5

Client Minimum Requirements
Recommended
Minimum
Operating System
Windows 11
Windows 11
CPU
Intel i5 Series, AMD Ryzen 5 series or newer CPU
Intel i3 Series, AMD Ryzen 3 series or newer CPU
Memory
16 GB RAM or more
8 GB RAM or more
Disk Space
512 GB or larger
256 GB or larger

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Additional Requirements
  1. USB Port (except for floating or annual licenses)
  2. 1280 x 960 Screen Resolution
  3. .NET Framework 3.5

Database Requirements

Predator MDC, Predator PDM, and Predator Tracker require the use of a database. Microsoft SQL Server is recommended, but Microsoft Access and Oracle Database are also supported. 
  1. Microsoft SQL Server 2022, 2019, 2017, or 2016 either Standard or Express editions
  2. Microsoft Access 2016 or newer
  3. Oracle Database 18c or newer

Additional Information

  1. For applications that require the use of a database, SFA recommends using a dedicated server to host both the Predator applications and Microsoft SQL Server.
  2. Virtual Machines (VM) are supported, however, clients running on terminal servers require a Predator FLM server.
  3. VMs hosting server applications such as Predator DNC or FLM require a physical USB port, more information can be found here.
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Virtual Machines are fully supported, however, please take the following statement into consideration. For most installations, it is imperative to allow select non-IT personnel access to the Predator system. The Predator DNC system is reliable, but like any other software, issues may arise. Since the Predator system is used 24/7, IT often times is not available if something stops working during 2nd and 3rd shifts and this might cause production to stop. Allowing someone during those shifts access to the Predator DNC server could save several hours of lost production due to the inability to transfer programs. Proper training can be provided by SFA to the personnel granted access.