FileMaker Server and FileMaker Pro: Supported Platforms and System Specifications
Overview
This guide outlines the hardware and software requirements needed to install and operate the FileMaker application effectively. Ensuring your environment meets these specifications will help optimize performance and minimize potential issues.
Hardware Requirements
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Processor:
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Type:x64 architecture, including:
- AMD Opteron
- AMD Athlon 64
- Intel Xeon with Intel EM64T support
- Intel Pentium IV with EM64T support
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Speed: Recommended 2.0 GHz or faster
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Memory:
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Minimum: 4 GB
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Recommended: 6 GB (8 GB if using Hyper-V)
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Disk Space:
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Databases: Dependent on your current usage (base) and projected growth.
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Backups: Base size multiplied by the number of backup to be held at any one time. For example, the standard backup schedule requires a multiple of five for SIPP~Pro and the same again for SSAS~Pro.
Software Requirements
Supported Client Operating Systems
- Windows 11 (up to version 24H2)
Supported Server Operating Systems
- Windows Server 2022 (up to version 21H2)
- Windows Remote Desktop Services
Citrix Environment Support
While some customers have successfully run FileMaker in Citrix environments, we cannot provide full support for this platform.
- Any issues encountered within a Citrix environment are the responsibility of the customer’s IT support provider.
- Our team can assist with general inquiries or provide guidance, but troubleshooting and resolution ultimately rest with your IT team.