A 32-bit installation of Windows 10 is the minimum. A 64-bit installation of Windows 10 or later is recommended for better performance and compatibility with .NET Framework 4.8 and Microsoft SQL Server.
A modern multi-core processor with a clock speed of at least 2 GHz is the minimum. 3.0GHz+ is recommended.
A minimum of 4GB of RAM. However, for working with large datasets and files 8GB+ is recommended.
A dedicated graphics card is not required for HerdMASTER but may improve performance.
A high-resolution display with a minimum of 1366 x 768 pixels. The recommended display size is 1920 x 1080.
Depending on the amount of data stored and the number of installed applications, a modern 128GB HDD with at least 5GB of free space is required.
A solid-state-drive (SSD) of at least 256GB with 10GB+ of free space is strongly recommended for faster read/write operations.
Not mandatory but required for updates, Central Sync and internet required functions e.g. Society Registrations, NLIS feeds.
Recommended:
Broadband 20Mbps+ for prompt update downloads & central sync.
Minimum:
Windows 10
Not Supported: Apple Mac (MacOS/Parallels)
Recommended:
Windows 11
Minimum:
Dual Core
E.g. Intel Celeron/i3 Equivalent
Recommended:
Quad Core
E.g. Intel i5 or greater
Minimum:
4GB
Recommended:
8GB
Minimum:
1366 x 768 (popular low-end laptop resolutions)
Recommended:
1920 x 1080 (1080p/Full HD)
Minimum:
2GB
Minimal Space required for app & database, not including backups.
Recommended:
10GB+
This allows for app, database and backup growth over time
Not mandatory but required for updates, Central Sync and internet required functions e.g. Society Registrations, NLIS feeds.
Recommended:
Broadband 20Mbps+ for prompt update downloads & central sync.