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Local Area Networked Computers 
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Wide Area Networked Computers
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Single Computer
(Standard and Professional Package)
Please read the minimum and recommended hardware and operating system requirements below. For adequate performance to run the software, please follow at least the minimum hardware specifications. For optimal performance, please follow at least the recommended hardware specifications.
Please also see the Policies page for what your computer's regional and language settings should be.
| Item | Minimum | Recommended |
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| Processor | 1.5 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Memory | 1.0 GB | 2.0 GB |
| Free Hard Drive Space | 1.0 GB | 2.0 GB |
| Internet Connection* | Optional -Internet not required |
High speed Internet |
| Operating System | Windows XP (Home or Professional), Windows Server 2003 (all editions), Windows Vista (all editions), or Windows Server 2008 (all editions). | |
*Internet connection is optional if credit card processing is not used, but will allow for better access to support and software upgrades. If credit card processing is used, you have the option of using a high speed Internet connection or a modem.
If you are purchasing additional hardware, please refer to the requirements below to determine the amount and type of ports your computer should have available.
| Item | Port Required |
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| Cash Drawer & Receipt Printer Together | 1 USB Port |
| Cash Drawer Only | 1 USB Port |
| Receipt Printer Only | 1 USB Port |
| Bar Code Scanner | 1 USB Port |
| Keyboard with Integrated Credit Card Reader | 1 USB Port |
| Web Cam | 1 USB Port |
| Dymo LabelWriter | 1 USB Port |
| Magnetic Stripe Credit Card Reader | 1 USB Port |
| Scan Pal | 1 Serial (9-pin) Port |
Note: You can use any personal computer (Dell, HP, Gateway, etc) that you like as long as it meets the above requirements.
Note: DaySmart will run on a Mac computer if the Mac is running a Windows emulator, such as Boot Camp, and has a copy of Windows XP or Windows Vista installed. DaySmart cannot run directly off of a Mac operating system.
If you would like to purchase a Dell computer, click here and we can recommend a model for you to purchase.
If you would like to purchase a computer from Best Buy, click here for more information.