Hardware minimum requirements for installing and running EMpower v2.22 are:



Recommended
CPUFor Windows/Linux and older Mac:
  • 64-bit Intel i7 equivalent or better
  • i5 acceptable for field operation and light processing.
For newer Mac:
  • Apple Silicon
RAM16GB+
Graphics CardAccelerated
Screen Resolution1920 x 1080 minimum
Monitor size13" or larger
Hard drive TypeSSD
Installation disk space200MB
Data disk space50 GB+ (depending on the survey)
  • SSD recommended
  • Can be external, recommended USB 3.0 or faster
Internet ConnectionRequired to authenticate license code


Specifications for operating systems supported:


Windows

  • Versions supported:
    • Windows 10, 64-bit
    • Windows 11, 64-bit
    • Note: Windows 10S or 11S are not supported
  • Permissions required: Must be logged in as Administrator


Linux

  • Versions tested:
    • Ubuntu 18.04, 64-bit
    • Ubuntu 20.04.4, 64 bit
  • Permissions required: Standard user


Mac

  • Versions tested:
    • 10.15.4, “Catalina” 64-bit
    • 12.0, "Monterey" 64-bit (Apple silicon), Rosetta installed
  • Permissions required: Standard user account