PB Digital Server Version 7.0 – Minimum and Recommended Setup

This guide provides the minimum and recommended hardware and software prerequisites for running PB Digital Server Version 7.0. Properly meeting these requirements will ensure smooth installation and performance.

Server Prerequisites

Category	Minimum Requirement	Recommended Setup
Acrobat Reader	Acrobat Reader 5 or higher	Acrobat Reader XI
.NET Framework	.NET Framework 4.82	.NET Framework 4.82 + .NET CORE 2.2.8
Text Editor	ATOM / Notepad	ATOM text editor
File Export	WinZip	WinZip
RAM	8 GB	12 GB RAM
CPU	Quad-core	Multi-core
Hard Drive for OS (C:)	100 GB (including the OS)	250 GB hard drive for OS
Hard Drive for Data (D:)	100 GB	100 GB hard drive for Data
Operating System	Windows 2016	Windows 2019 / Windows 2022
User Permissions	Local admin	Domain User
Database	SQL Express 2014/2016/2017 or later	SQL / Oracle DB (DB_OWNER privileges)
Security	Any ODBC database (not including MS Access)	HTTPS * wildcard certificate

Designer PRO Setup for Designer’s Stations

Category	Minimum Requirement	Recommended Setup
Acrobat Reader	Acrobat Reader 5 or higher	Acrobat Reader XI
.NET Framework	.NET Framework 4.82	.NET Framework 4.82
Text Editor	SubLime / Notepad	ATOM text editor
File Export	WinZip	WinZip
RAM	8 GB	12 GB RAM
CPU	Quad-core	Multi-core
Hard Drive	100 GB (including the OS)	250 GB hard drive
Display	21” monitor	Dual screens, at least 21” each
Operating System	Windows 8 or higher	Windows 8.1 / Windows 10

Important Notes

• Virtual Machine: Running the server on a virtual machine is highly recommended for better performance and flexibility.
• Database: Ensure the server has DB_OWNER privileges for smooth database operation, and any ODBC database is supported except for MS Access.
• Security: It is recommended to use an HTTPS wildcard certificate for secure communications.