Hardware recommendations
This guide outlines hardware requirements based on the intended role of the device in an Accredo environment.
All systems should run a current and supported 64-bit version of Windows Desktop or Server Operating System.
Deployment Scenarios:
System Role |
Typical Use | Processor Class | Memory (RAM) |
Storage | Network |
| Workstation Running a single Accredo seat or accessing via Remote Desktop/RemoteApp |
For standalone users or client access to hosted Accredo | Entry-level business CPU (e.g. equivalent to Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3) | 8 GB minimum |
SSD storage recommended |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| Workstation Hosting Accredo for a small number of users (2–3 seats) |
Acts as a peer host while running Accredo locally | Mid-range business CPU (e.g. Intel Core i5 / Ryzen 5 class) | 16 GB | SSD or NVMe storage |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| File Server Hosting Accredo data files only | Centralised data file hosting in a client-server setup | Server-grade CPU with strong I/O performance | 16–32 GB | Redundant storage (RAID SSD/HDD) |
Gigabit Ethernet or higher |
| Remote Desktop / RemoteApp Server Hosting Accredo for multiple users |
Centralised data file hosting in a client-server setup | Multi-core server CPU (e.g. Intel Xeon Silver / AMD EPYC) | 32–64 GB+ ECC RAM |
High-speed RAID NVMe SSD preferred |
Gigabit+ or Fibre LAN |
General Recommendations
- Display Resolution:
1920×1080 or higher; dual monitors are beneficial for productivity. - Backup Strategy:
Use scheduled, monitored backups to external or cloud storage.
Redundant hardware and off-site replication recommended. - Power Protection:
All servers and critical workstations should be protected by a UPS
(Uninterruptible Power Supply).
Performance Expectations
Accredo's performance is influenced by CPU speed, RAM availability, and disk I/O. Hardware
should support:
- Responsive UI when opening and navigating ledgers and forms.
- Smooth multi-user access with minimal contention or lag in networked or RDP setups.
- Scalability to accommodate growing data sets and increased user numbers over time.
For optimal results, we recommend selecting hardware that exceeds the baseline specifications,
particularly for deployments expected to scale. Hardware selection should support at least a 3–5
year lifecycle. Where data volume or user count is expected to grow, plan for extra capacity in
CPU, RAM, and storage.
Get the latest updates to Accredo Mercury and Saturn here. Release notes for both products are also available.
Get the latest updates to Accredo Mercury and Saturn here. Release notes for both products are also available.
