Hardware Requirements

Minimum Hardware Requirements

Overview Back Office & Show Systems Sales Rep Systems Pocket PC's

The following are general specifications of hardware necessary to operate Brandwise software on laptops, dekstops and Pocket PCs. If you are unsure if your hardware will adequately perform with Brandwise products please contact support.

All hardware should be purchased from 3rd party channels.

Please Note

BRANDWISE REQUIRES that you are running up to date antivirus on your computers at all times. We do not recommend using Kaspersky antivirus as it conflicts with some of the core database functions of our applications.
Only ShowroomElite Version 10 is compatible with Windows Vista and Windows 7
Only ShowroomElite Version 10 is compatible with 64-bit systems. Have your Back Office contact Brandwise for a 64-bit install disc
Brandwise does NOT support Netbooks. Learn More...
Brandwise does NOT support SQL Server 2008
Brandwise does not currently support Windows Mobile 6.1 or higher

Small Network
(<30 users)

PROCESSOR:

Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz*
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz*
Intel Pentium 4 3.2GHz*
AMD Athlon 36*
AMD Turion TL-60*
(no Intel Atom/Celeron)

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Server 2008 beta
Windows Server 2003
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Enterprise

MEMORY:

Required: 2 GB RAM*
Recommended: 4 GB RAM

HARD DRIVE:

25 GB of FREE SPACE*

NETWORKING:

v90 56K Modem
10/100 Ethernet Card
Router (wireless optional)

PRINTER:

Brother 2040

Large Network
(>30 users)

PROCESSOR:

Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz*
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz*
Intel Pentium 4 3.2GHz*
AMD Athlon 36*
AMD Turion TL-60*
(no Intel Atom/Celeron)

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Server 2008 beta
Windows Server 2003
Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Enterprise
Windowa Vista Ultimate
Windows XP Professional

EXTRA SOFTWARE:

SQL Server 2005

MEMORY:

Required: 4 GB RAM*
Recommended: 6 GB RAM

HARD DRIVE:

40 GB of FREE SPACE*

NETWORKING:

v90 56K Modem
10/100 Ethernet Card
Router
Cisco 1131 Access Piont

PRINTER:

Brother 2040

Workstation

PROCESSOR:

Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz*
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz*
Intel Pentium 4 3.2GHz*
AMD Athlon 36*
AMD Turion TL-60*
(no Intel Atom/Celeron)

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows Vista Home Pre.
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Enterprise Windows Vista Ultimate
Windows XP Professional

MEMORY:

Required: 2 GB RAM

HARD DRIVE:

20 GB of FREE SPACE*

NETWORKING:

10/100 Ethernet Card

Recommended Wireless Access Point**

The Cisco Aironet 1131AG access points provide high-capacity, high-security, enterprise-class features in an unobtrusive, office-class design, delivering WLAN access at a competitive price. The 1131AG is ready to install and easy to manage, reducing the cost of deployment and ongoing maintenance all while avoiding interference in congested airspace and simplifying the deployment of high-capacity networks. For smooth migration, the Cisco Aironet 1131AG takes full advantage of the dual-band capabilities of today's WLAN clients, while providing full backward compatibility for legacy 802.11b clients.
Click here to view product specs or purchase the unit through CDW.com.

Please Note: You will also need to purchase a router in order for the access point to work.

* All values with asterisks are minimums required

Desktop

PROCESSOR:

Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz*
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.8 GHz*
Intel Pentium 4 3.2GHz*
AMD Athlon 36*
AMD Turion TL-60*
(no Intel Atom/Celeron)

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows Vista Home Pre.
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Enterprise
Windows Vista Ultimate
Windows XP Home
Windows XP Professional

MEMORY:

Required: 1 GB RAM
Recommended: 2 GB RAM
Visual Merchandiser
Required: 2 GB RAM
Recommended: 4 GB RAM

HARD DRIVE:

25 GB of FREE SPACE*

FOR ROAD USE:

Onboard 10/100 Ethernet Port -or-
Internal 802.11g Wireless Card
v90 56K Modem***

Laptop

PROCESSOR:

Intel Dual Core 2.0 GHz*
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.5 GHz*
Intel Pentium 4 3.0GHz*
AMD Athlon 36*
AMD Turion TL-60*
(no Intel Atom/Celeron)

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate
Windows Vista Home Pre.
Windows Vista Business
Windows Vista Enterprise
Windowa Vista Ultimate
Windows XP Home
Windows XP Professional

MEMORY:

Required: 1 GB RAM
Recommended: 2 GB RAM
Visual Merchandiser
Required: 2 GB RAM
Recommended: 4 GB RAM

HARD DRIVE:

25 GB of FREE SPACE*

FOR ROAD USE:

Onboard 10/100 Ethernet Port -or-
Internal 802.11g Wireless Card
v90 56K Modem***

FOR SHOW USE:

Internal 802.11g Wireless Card

Mac W/Boot Camp

PROCESSOR:

Intel Core Duo 1.8 GHz*
Intel Core 2 Duo 1.6 GHz*
Intel Core i5 1.6HGz**
Intel Core i7 1.6HGz**

APPLE OPERATING
SYSTEMS:

For compatible Boot Camp / Windows versions click for system requirements

WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEMS:*

Windows 7 Home Premium
Windows 7 Professional
Windows 7 Ultimate

MEMORY:

Required: 1 GB RAM* Recommended: 2 GB RAM**
Visual Merchandiser
Required: 2 GB RAM* Recommended: 3 GB RAM**

HARD DRIVE:

25 GB of FREE SPACE*

FOR ROAD USE:

Onboard 10/100 Ethernet Port -or-
Internal 802.11g Wireless Card
v90 56K Modem***

FOR SHOW USE:

Internal 802.11g Wireless Card

Recommended Laptop Scanner

The LS2208 from symbol is a tried and true solution for scanning on the road or in a showroom with a laptop or desktop computer. The device connects via USB and scans quickly and accurately. CDW is consistently price-competitive on this model and typically has large quantities on hand. To purchase this unit from their online store Click here. Some minor calibration will be required when you receive your unit which can be facilitated by your company's Brandwise administrator or by calling our customer service line.

* All values are minimums required
** All values are minimums recommended by Brandwise
*** A fax modem is required in order to fax orders through the system.

“Brandwise does not currently support Windows Mobile 6.1 or higher”

Consumer Pocket PC

EXAMPLE

HP iPAQ hx2400

PROCESSOR:

Marvell PXA270 520MHz

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Mobile 5 Premium

MEMORY:

64 MB SDRAM
192 MB ROM

NETWORKING:

Internal 802.11b Wireless
Bluetooth

STORAGE:

512MB SD Card
(sold seperately)
(no SDHC Cards)

SCANNER:

Socket CF Scan Card 5M
(sold seperately)

ADVANTAGES:

Least expensive

Consumer Pocket PC

EXAMPLE

HP iPAQ 210

PROCESSOR:

Marvell PXA310 624MHz

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Mobile 6 Classic

MEMORY:

128 MB SDRAM
256 MB FLASH

NETWORKING:

Internal 802.11b Wireless
Bluetooth

STORAGE:

512MB SD Card
(sold seperately)
(no SDHC Cards)

SCANNER:

Socket CF Scan Card 5M
(sold seperately)

ADVANTAGES:

Fastest Processor
Windows Mobile 6

Hardened Pocket PC

EXAMPLE

Socket SoMo 650

PROCESSOR:

Intel PXA270 624MHz

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Mobile 5 Premium

MEMORY:

128 MB SDRAM
256 MB FLASH

NETWORKING:

Internal 802.11b Wireless
Bluetooth

STORAGE:

512MB SD Card
(sold seperately)
(no SDHC Cards)

SCANNER:

Socket CF Scan Card 5M
(sold seperately)

ADVANTAGES:

Fastest Processor

Ruggedized Pocket PC

EXAMPLE

Symbol MC50

PROCESSOR:

Intel XScale 520MHz

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Mobile 2003 2nd Edition

MEMORY:

64 MB RAM
64 MB ROM

NETWORKING:

Internal 802.11b Wireless

STORAGE:

512MB SD Card
(sold seperately)
(no SDHC Cards)

SCANNER:

Built-in options:
Linear (Required)
CCD (DO NOT BUY)
CMOS (DO NOT BUY)

ADVANTAGES:

Drop tested 3ft
Integrated scanner

Ruggedized Pocket PC

EXAMPLE

Symbol MC70

PROCESSOR:

Intel XScale 624MHz

OPERATING SYSTEMS:

Windows Mobile 5 Premium

MEMORY:

128 MB RAM
128 MB ROM

NETWORKING:

Internal 802.11b Wireless

STORAGE:

512MB SD Card
(sold seperately)
(no SDHC Cards)

SCANNER:

Built-in options:
Linear (Required)
CCD (DO NOT BUY)
CMOS (DO NOT BUY)

ADVANTAGES:

Drop tested 3ft
Integrated scanner

Recommended Barcode Scanner

The CF Scan 5E2 Class 1 Laser from Socket is a reliable solution to scanning in a dynamic showroom enviroment. Its state-of-the-art laser technology enables the reading of damaged, poor quality and hard to read bar codes These units are available from several online resellers. To find the best price, we recommend using Pricegrabber.com or Gemini Computers Inc. to shop for this product.

* All values with asterisks are minimums required