Suggested Small Office Hardware Configuration
This configuration is based on a small network of up to 5 computers and one workstation is being used as a server.Please Note: Any computer purchased within the past 2 years will MOST LIKELY meet the minimum system requirements for your AMS Product. If you are unsure if you meet the requirements or wish to verify that you do, speak with your AMS representative to assist you with confirmation.
Additional products from Pervasive Software are necessary prior to installation of the AMS software. Version 9.52 of Pervasive is the required minimum. Version 10.13 or higher is highly recommended. Offices with 5 computers or less require the Pervasive PSQLWorkgroup Engine. Pervasive products are available to AMS clients at a discount from Goldstar Software. Contact Bill Bach or Mary Jo Van Sipma at 708-647-7665 or sales@goldstarsoftware.com. Helpful hints for installing and using the AMS system with Pervasive PSQL are available at http://www.goldstarsoftware.com/apps_ams.asp.
SERVER REQUIREMENTS (for the workstation designated to be the server)
• Microsoft® Windows 7, Windows XP Professional/Home (Service Pack 2), Windows Vista (Service Pack 1), Windows 2003 Server (Service Pack 1), or Windows Server 2008. Other Windows operating systems are not supported due to Microsoft support termination.
• Pervasive PSQL v9.52 Workgroup Engine is required.
• Intel Core2 Duo L-8400, AMD Athlon 64 3200+ or better. Quad Core Q9400 (recommended).
• 2 GB RAM (4GB recommended for Vista).
• 200+ GB of free hard drive space.
• 1024 x 768 resolution at 16-bit color depth or higher required.
• 24x CD-ROM or better.
• Computers MUST use US Standard MM/DD/YYYY date format.
• Windows language must be set to English (U.S.)
WORKSTATION REQUIREMENTS (for other workstations)
• Microsoft Windows® 7, Windows XP Professional/Home (Service Pack 2), or Vista (Service Pack 1).
• Pervasive PSQL v9.52 Workgroup Engine required.
• AMD Athlon 1640B or better (Dual Core will improve Performance)
• 1 GB RAM (2GB recommended for Vista)
• 40 GB Free disk space.
• 1024 x 768 resolution at 16-bit color depth or higher required
• Computers MUST use US Standard MM/DD/YYYY date format.
• Windows language must be set to English (U.S.)
Laptops and Tablet PC’s
• Laptops would have the same requirements as shown above
• Tablet PC’s should be using the Windows® 7, XP or Vista Tablet PC Edition operating system.
• For the Handheld Pocket PC Module, a Pocket PC with Windows Mobile 5 (or higher) as the operating system is required. Additionally, it must have Microsoft .NET Compact Framework and Microsoft SQL CE 2.0 installed. Handhelds running a Palm operating system are not compatible.
Networking
• TCP/IP Protocol
• 100Mbps PCI or onboard Network Interface Card capable of supporting full-duplex operations.
• All workstations must have Full Control NTFS permissions and Full Control share permissions to the AMS Data folder.
Wireless
Any wireless routing device is acceptable as long as WPA encryption protocol is enabled to meet HIPAA security standards.
Peripherals
• For the printing of statements and the various forms and reports generated by the AMS software, the HP LaserJet P3000 or 4000 Series printers are recommended. Inkjet printers, non-HP laserjet printers, dot matrix printers and HP LaserJet 1000 Series printers are not supported.
• For Electronic Claims Processing and downloading AMS Updates, an internet connection is required. A broadband internet connection such as DSL or Cable/Modem is highly recommended.
• The Electronic Medical Records Scanning Interface works with most TWAIN compliant scanners, or scanner like the Fujitsu ScanSnap, capable of creating standard Windows® images.
• For Tablet PC use, our software will run on Tablet PC’s using the Windows® 7, XP or Vista Tablet PC Edition operating system.
• For the Handheld Pocket PC Module, a Pocket PC with Windows Mobile 5 (or higher) as the operating system is required. Additionally, it must have Microsoft .NET Compact Framework and Microsoft SQL CE 2.0 installed. Handhelds running a Palm operating system are not compatible.
• Reserve Power Supply – A UPS Battery Backup is recommended for Power interruptions. In cases of a power failure that extends past the life of the reserve battery, it is recommended that you choose a UPS that has features that can interact to safely shut down the computer. The Pervasive Database Engine and AMS software will detect that Windows is shutting down and exit safely. This will help prevent loss of database information or corruption.
Backups
• For backing up the AMS data files, USB Flash drives are highly recommended due to their durability and versatility. Tape Backups are an acceptable backup media but the proprietary backup software necessary to use them is not supported by AMS.
Note: Because of the limited life cycle and reliability of CDs, DVDs, CD-RWs, and DVD-RWs, they are NOT the most superior storage media devices for backing up your system. External Hard Drives are not recommended.
Please Note: AMS does not support the implementation or maintenance of computer hardware. AMS will only provide assistance with issues originating from or through its software products.
*Final configuration should comply with the AMS Advanced Hardware Requirements available on the AMS Website at http://americanmedical.com/resources/hardware-requirements/advanced-configuration
