Here you will find the minimum requirements to run PlanSwift as well as hardware recommendations for improved performance.
Minimum Requirements to Run PlanSwift 10
Windows® Operating System | Windows 8.1 Recommended: Windows 10 64-bit (all Windows updates must be installed) |
Processor | Intel or AMD Dual-Core or better 32-Bit / 2.6GHz or Recommended: Intel or AMD Dual-Core or better 64-Bit / 1.8GHz |
| Memory | 4GB |
| Monitor/Resolution | Super VGA (1024x768)min |
| Graphics | 512MB dedicated graphic card |
| Free Hard Drive Space | 10GB |
Internet Connection | An unrestricted connection is required for Activating the product, receiving updates, viewing the help files, etc. |
| Web Browser | Internet Explorer (used to open support links from the Help Tab) |
Additional Software | To use the Excel functions, a local-installation of a supported version of Microsoft® Excel® (see Microsoft's website for details on which versions of Excel are supported: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/selectindex). Microsoft® Outlook® for exporting/sending projects to other users. |
Windows 7 & Windows 8
Please Note, Windows 7 and Windows 8 are no longer supported by Microsoft. PlanSwift no longer tests our software on these operating system.
Recommendations for Improved Performance
Desktop Computer
Processor | Intel i-5, i7, 2.33GHz , 6MB L2 cache 1333MHz front-side bus or equivalent |
| Memory | 8GB or more DDR3 |
| Graphics Memory | 1GB dedicated or more |
| Monitor/Resolution | 1280 x 1024 or higher and support for multiple monitors |
| Free Hard Drive Space | 150GB 7200rpm SATA (or larger network storage) |
Connectivity | High-Speed Internet Connection for downloading plan files, sending/receiving project information via 'Email Job', downloading program updates, and viewing the help files, forum, etc. |
Notes
The Minimum requirements support basic program functionality, however there may be insufficient resources to use all available features and may cause unacceptable performance. To get the best performance, we suggest your hardware meet or exceed the "Recommendations for Improved Performance".
The Current version of PlanSwift is compatible with both 32- and 64-bit Windows® Operating Systems.
PlanSwift has known issues with being installed to a Server or RD and may not be supported for issues related to installation in these environments.
PlanSwift cannot be installed directly on a MAC, you must use Bootcamp (dual-boot) or install PlanSwift in a virtual machine such as Parallels running a supported version of Windows. See Can I Install PlanSwift on a Mac?