System Requirements (client)

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In order to run the Advocate RMS software, your computer(s) should meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Windows XP or later operating system
  • 512 MB of RAM (more is better)
  • 500 MB (free) of hard drive space
  • A mouse and a keyboard
  • A monitor set to at least 800 x 600 resolution (1024 x 768 recommended minimum)

System Requirements (server)

A server is NOT required to run PIMS, but if you have more than one (1) user, it is highly recommended. ARMS can be run on a user's computer with the database local or on a server. The database can be a Microsoft Access database for a small group (1-5) of advocates, but it is highly recommended that you use either SQL Server (the express version is free) or MySQL.

If you decide to use a server, either for the Access database or for the SQL or MySql database, the following is recommended:

  • Windows 7 Professional or Windows Server 2003 or later
  • 4 GB RAM (more is better)
  • 100 GB free hard drive space


Recommended Setup



  • Client computers running Windows XP or Windows 7 with 3GB of RAM
  • Database on SQL Server (express or full version) running on a server with Windows 7 or Windows Server 2003 (or later)

Generally, ARMS can be run on any computer purchased within the last 5 or 6 years. If you have Windows XP or later running on the computer, it will run ARMS.

Please contact us if you have questions or concerns about the hardware required to run PIMS.