Practice 2009 Client-Server Configuration
System Requirements
The client-server configuration is defined as one in which the Practice 2009 client application software is installed and run on the workstations and the server computer manages the database and other shared files. Using PC hardware and software less than the specifications below will cause performance degradation. Please note that NexTech will support its Practice 2009 software and does not provide any hardware. Your local consultant will support your hardware, Windows operating system, network, MS Office and all other installed software.
It is recommended that the IT person you use is Microsoft Certified. It is essential that all staff with little/no prior Windows experience enroll in courses on Windows and Word (usually offered by local colleges and computer stores) before installation.
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Server Specifications
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Component
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Recommended
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Minimum Required
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Operating System
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Windows 2008 Server or
Windows 7 Business
(Server edition is required for networks with more than 10 workstations).
See Terminal Server Specifications for remote connection needs.
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Windows 2003 / 2000 Server or
Windows Vista Business /Windows XP Professional / 2000
(Server edition is required for networks with more than 10 workstations).
(Windows 98, ME and NT are not supported)
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| Remote Access (for support) |
Remote Desktop; Connection directly into the server is strongly recommended. |
Approved remote software compatible with your OS such as Netmeeting, VNC, or pcAnywhere. |
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Anti Virus Software
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Symantec AntiVirus |
Other Anti Virus software such as McAfee |
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SQL Server
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SQL Server 2005 (Workgroup Edition or higher) Highly recommended for 15+ NexTech Licenses or NexEMR. Required for DB >2GB or >2GB RAM usage.
SQL Server 2008 not supported
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MSDE provided with NexTech Practice |
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Computer/processor
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2 GHz + or dual CPU |
1 GHz Pentium |
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Memory (RAM)
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8 GB + 100 MB * number of connected workstations, whichever is higher. |
4 GB (depending on # of workstations) |
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Hard Disk
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500 GB +
*Note that digital imaging greatly increases your hard drive needs
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80 GB + |
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Network Card
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10/100/1000 Mbps |
10/100 Mbps |
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Internet (Required)
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Static IP with DSL or faster |
56K modem with dialup internet |
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CDROM
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Required |
Required |
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Power Supply
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UPS |
UPS |
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External Backup
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Daily automatic backup large enough to back up Server |
Daily backup to other approved removable media of all NexTech Data and Documents |
***Due to memory usage issues, NexTech recommends not running Exchange server on the same computer that the NexTech SQL Server will be running on.
Workstation Specifications
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Component
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Recommended
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Minimum Required
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| Operating System |
Windows Vista Business / Windows 7 Business |
XP Professional / 2000 (Windows 98, ME, and NT are NOT supported
Note: NexPhoto not supported on Windows 2000
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| Tablet PCs |
Hybrid Tablet with attached Keyboard |
Tablet PC that supports at least 1024x768 resolution |
| Computer/processor |
1+ GHz Pentium + |
700 MHz Pentium + |
| Memory (RAM) |
4 GB + |
1 GB + |
| Hard Disk |
150 GB + |
20 GB to run - you will need enough space to backup on at least one workstation (average 40 GB) |
| Display |
1024 x 768 + resolution, 24 bit color |
1024 x 748 +, 16 bit color |
| MS Office |
MS Office 2007 |
MS Word 2000/XP/2003
(2003 Minimum for NexEMR, XP Minimum for HTML email)
MS Outlook 2000/XP/2003 for Palm/Pocket PC link
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| Anti Virus Software |
Symantec AntiVirus |
Other Anti-Virus software such as McAfee |
| Remote Access Software |
Remote access software such as pcAnywhere, Netmeeting, Remote Desktop, or VNC must be installed on the server and should be installed on all workstations running Practice 2009. |
| Barcode Scanner and Peripherals |
Barcode Scanner - Optional for use with Inventory. Metrologic Voyager® MS-9520 hand-held laser scanner – USB or Metrologic MS9535 Voyager Bluetooth Handheld Scanner MK9535-39B5M38 (NOT 64-bit compatible)
NexTech is compatible with TWAIN scanner/camera drivers (TWAIN drivers are not Remote Desktop Compatible.
Dot matrix printers & most Ink Jet printers will NOT work for Insurance HCFA forms. Laser-Jet Printers are recommended.
DragonNaturally Speaking Medical Edition required for voice dictation into EMR.
Magnetic Card Reader - ID Tech Mini Mag Model Number IDMB-355133B (64-bit compatible)
Cash Drawers, MSR readers and Receipt Printers must have OPOS Drivers. If using 64 Bit operating system please make sure that your hardware is 64 Bit compatible.
All remote peripheral setup is the responsibility of client's IT personnel.
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Hardware specifications are subject to change without notice.