Kofax Desktop 1.0 - Manual (Page 6)

Kofax Desktop 1.0 Installation Guide
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Overview
Kofax Desktop is an easy-to-use, document scan application. You can scan documents from
Windows Desktop, Windows Explorer, and Microsoft Office 2007 programs, including Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook mail messages. You can also scan documents to Microsoft
SharePoint 2007 from Outlook, Windows Desktop, Windows Explorer, and Windows notification
area.
To ensure the availability of Kofax Desktop from Microsoft Office programs, be sure they are
installed and closed before you begin the Kofax Desktop installation. See Installing Kofax Desktop
on page 7.
System Requirements
Before installing Kofax Desktop, review the requirements in this section.
Recommended Computer Hardware
To ensure optimal performance, your computer should meet or exceed these requirements.
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Processor: Dual core
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Memory: 2 GB
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Hard disk: 250 GB (7200 rpm)
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Disk space for software installation: 350 MB (allow more space for scanned images)
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Monitor resolution: 1280 x 1024
Internet Connection
You must have a working Internet connection to download the Kofax Desktop installer, purchase
the product, and activate or deactivate the license. For details, see Installing Kofax Desktop on
page 7 and Removing Kofax Desktop on page 9.
Certified Operating Systems
Kofax Desktop is certified on the following Microsoft Windows operating systems:
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Windows XP Professional, Service Pack 3
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Windows Vista (Enterprise and Business editions, 32-bit), Service Pack 1
For updated information related to operating systems and service packs, visit the Support pages
on the Kofax Web site at www.kofax.com.