Computer requirements Computer requirements If your organization uses a computer other than one configured by Agilent Technologies, make sure the computer meets the following minimum requirements: • Computer system – Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 3, Microsoft Windows Vista with Service Pack 2, or Microsoft Windows 7 – 2 GHz or faster 32-bit (x86) processor, multicore preferred – 2 GB system memory – 40 GB hard drive capacity with 10 GB free space – 1280 x 1024 pixel screen resolution – Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or Mozilla Firefox 1.0 with JavaScript enabled (required for using the context-sensitive help and knowledge base) – A PDF viewer, such as Adobe Reader (required for opening the user guide PDF files) • Dedicated 10BaseT or faster Ethernet card (two network cards if connecting to your local area network) Controlling software VWorks installer 10.0.0.8.21.2009 or later is required. To facilitate the setup process, a software installation CD is supplied. You can use the CD to install the necessary software and setup configurations. Related information For information about... See... Software installation VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide How to set up the VWorks software for operation VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide How to write protocols VWorks Automation Control User Guide
