What are the hardware requirements for using SchoolLeader?

For Single-Station or Multi-Station Setups

Primary SchoolLeader Server: Minimum requirements

• Windows 2000, Windows XP or greater (include latest Service Packs and Security patches).  

• 350mhz Pentium Class or greater

• RAM Memory: 256 megabytes or greater

• Hard Drive Memory: 1 gigabytes free or greater

• CD-ROM reader

• Backup Drive:  High capacity disk (250 megabytes), CD Writer or Tape System

• TCP/IP Network Protocol

• Internet access for Windows updates / Kressa downloads and online Technical Support

 

 

Additional Requirements for Multi-Station Setups

SchoolLeader Workstations

• Windows 2000, Windows XP or greater (include latest Service Packs and Security patches).  

• 250mhz Pentium Class or greater

• RAM Memory: 128 megabytes or greater

• Hard Drive Memory: 500 megabytes free or greater

• TCP/IP Network Protocol

• Internet access for Windows updates / Kressa downloads and online Technical Support

 

CheckPoint Stations

• Same hardware as SchoolLeader Workstations shown above, plus:

• 14inch (or greater) Touch-screen monitor (Capacitive type recommended)

 

Networking Hardware **

• One Network Switch or Hub with transmission speed of 100mbps or greater

• Network Interface Cards (100mbps minimum.) for server and each workstation

• Peer to Peer network OK for 2 PCs;

• Wireless Networks will not work reliably with a database product like SchoolLeader and therefore are not supported.

** NOTE: Network setup and configuration must be completed by the customer before setup of SchoolLeader workstations can be performed.