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Minimum System Requirements

  • At least 2.0GHz processor for a client and 2.8 GHZ processor for a server
  • At least 512MB (more strongly recommended as file size increases) for a client
  • At least 1GB (more strongly recommended as file size increases) for a server
  • 1 GB of disk space (additional space required for data files)

Disk Space Requirements for Additional Software

  • 150MB for Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Common Language Runtime, provided on the QuickBooks CD
  • 9MB for the QuickBooks Timer

Additional Hardware and Software Requirements

  • Operating System: Windows XP (SP2 or later strongly recommended) or Windows Vista
  • 4X CD-ROM drive
  • Optimized for 1024x768 screen resolution, supports 800x600 using "Small fonts" setting in your Windows control panel display settings

File Server Requirements

  • Microsoft® Windows XP (SP2 or later strongly recommended), 2003 Server, 2008 Server47, or Windows Vista, see above operating system information for Windows service pack recommendations
  • You may use a Linux server with Enterprise Solutions 7.0 Release 8 or later. Click here for details.

Integration/Compatibility Requirements

QuickBooks is capable of integrating with hundreds of 3rd party applications (see http://www.marketplace.intuit.com for the most up-to-date list) in addition to the following standard integrations provided with QuickBooks. Additional RAM will enhance the use of these features:

  • Preparing letters requires Microsoft® Word 2000, 2002, 2003, or 2007
  • Exporting reports requires Microsoft® Excel 2000, 2002, 2003, or 2007
  • Contact Synchronization with Microsoft® Outlook requires Outlook 2000, 2002, 2003, or 2007. Synchronization with Outlook requires QuickBooks Contact Sync for Outlook (download for free at: http://www.quickbooks.com/contact_sync)
  • Compatible with QuickBooks Point of Sale v4.0 or later
  • Business Planner functionality requires Adobe Acrobat Reader 5.0 or later
  • Payroll and other online features and services require Internet access with at least a 56Kbps connection speed (DSL or Cable modem recommended)

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