📝 Overview
Most modern Windows PCs can run DaySmart Desktop. This guide outlines the recommended hardware requirements for single-computer setups and multi-computer networks so you can confirm your computer(s) are a good fit.
🖥️ Hardware Requirements
Learn which specs are recommended for the computer(s) running the software and, if applicable, the server computer hosting your database.
💡 Pro Tips:
If your computer meets the minimum requirements but feels slow during busy times, upgrading to the recommended processor/RAM specs typically improves performance.
For multi-computer setups, prioritize the server computer specs first, server performance impacts everyone connected.
🖱️ Single or Client Computers (one computer, or additional workstation PCs)
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Recommended specs for a single-computer setup, or for any “client” computer connected to a server:
Processor
Minimum: Recent Intel Core i3 or Ryzen 3 @ 3.1GHz or better
Recommended: Recent Intel Core i5 or Ryzen 5 @ 3.3GHz or better
Memory (RAM)
Minimum: 12 GB
Recommended: 16 GB
Free Hard Drive Space
Minimum: 4 GB
Recommended: 6 GB
Internet Connection
Minimum: 30 Mbps
Recommended: 50 Mbps
Operating System
Windows 10 (32- or 64-bit), Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008/R2, Windows Server 2003/R2, Windows Server 2016
Screen Resolution
1920 × 1080 minimum recommended
🗄️ Server Computer in a Network (computer that stores the database)
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Use these specs for the server computer that holds your database. All other computers on the network should follow the “Single or Client Computers” specs above.
Processor
Minimum: Recent Intel Core i5 or Ryzen 5 @ 3.3GHz or better
Recommended: Recent Intel Core i7 or Ryzen 7 @ 3.0GHz or better
Memory (RAM)
Minimum: 12 GB
Recommended: 16 GB
Free Hard Drive Space
Minimum: 4 GB
Recommended: 6 GB
Internet Connection
Minimum: 30 Mbps
Recommended: 50 Mbps
Operating System
Windows 10 (32- or 64-bit), Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008/R2, Windows Server 2003/R2, Windows Server 2016
Screen Resolution
1920 × 1080 minimum recommended
🌐 Multiple Locations (WAN - Wide Area Network)
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Click the arrow to operate in more than one physical location.
When running DaySmart Pet from multiple locations, each location will have a server and one or more client computers on the local network. All locations must be connected to the Internet, and be using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to share files and information between the locations.
For each location, follow the specifications listed under “Server Computer” for the computer holding the database (one per location), and the rest of the computers at each location (clients) should follow the specifications listed under “Single or Client Computer.” However, when using DaySmart at multiple locations, you must have a full-time Internet connection at each location.
❓ FAQs
Find answers to common questions or additional details that may not be covered in the main instructions.
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If I have multiple computers, do they all need the “server” specs?
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No. Only the computer that stores the database should follow the “Server Computer in a Network” specs. Other workstations should follow the “Single or Client Computers” specs.
What’s the minimum screen resolution needed?
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A minimum of 1920 × 1080 is recommended for the software display.
Do I need a certain type of computer?
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Most modern PCs can run DaySmart software. You can view the hardware requirements for DaySmart Pet HERE.
Why does the font look small or disproportional in the software?
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This is likely due to DPI settings for the application. To correct the display:
Right click on the desktop icon for DaySmart.
Select Properties.
Select Compatibility, then click "Change high DPI settings".
Check the box at the bottom and change it from Application to System.
Click Ok, then Click Apply on the pop up that shows "Change High DPI Settings" to save the changes.
Close and Reopen the software if it was already open.