System Requirements

Installation and Operation Needs

	Basics	Apple/MAC	Updates
	Backups	Networking

Memory. Auction! needs a minimum of 128 MB RAM to operate. 256 MB or more will help ensure most efficient operation. It operates in Windows Vista, XP, 2000, ME, 98/SE and NT.

Disk Space. Auction! takes about 40 MB of disk space for installation. Each project dataset comprises 8 files, and rarely exceeds 1 MB in size. Project backups are usually less than 256 KB.

Installation Kit. the Auction! installation kit can be downloaded from this web site; click Free Demo to download the full kit. You can request a demo CD prior to purchase if you prefer. Auction! is certified for Windows XP, and installs and uninstalls gracefully.

Computer Privileges. Auction! must be installed in an ADMIN account on Windows XP and Windows 2000 computers. Once installed, it can be used by standard accounts.

Apple/MAC operation. Auction! will run on MACs with Virtual PC, which creates a Windows environment.

Backups. Backup files are small and easy to copy or email to colleagues.

Computer network

Networking. We recommend WIRED networks for Auction!, particularly on event night. Wireless networks can be great, but are also extremely susceptible to problems due to wall thicknesses, signal interference, etc. Signal dropoffs and slowdowns are frustrating, and can cause data damage. Microsoft recommends turning OFF wireless network capability when running wired; using both simultaneously can result in interference.

When networking, Auction! should be installed locally on each PC.

Data may be located on a server or hosted by one of the network member PCs. The host data location must be shared READ and WRITE, or "Allow network users to change my files." Client/non-host PCs need a drive letter mapped to the host data location.

Updates. We update Auction! periodically to add and improve features, fix bugs, and handle new hardware or operating system environments. Updates are free for purchased editions for the life of the product. Auction! checks for these updates once a week; please allow it to check and update as needed. Technical support may be denied to customers running significantly down-rev (old) releases.