WaveWare Adaptive AlphaNet - Manual (Page 10)

PC hardware and software requirements
10 1 — Connecting your PC to a sign
PC hardware and software requirements
Minimum hardware and software requirements
• Windows® 95, 98, NT Workstation, ME, 2000, XP, or Vista software
• Processor requirements appropriate to selected operating system
• 16 MB RAM
• 10 MB of hard disk space
• CD drive
• RS232 (serial port) or LAN access
• Works with Alpha® displays
Other hardware requirements
Additional hardware, such as connectors and cabling, is also required and depends on the type
of sign and connection you will be using.
Macintosh ® hardware and software requirements
See “Appendix A — Macintosh® computer setup” on page 136 for details.
Related documentation
The following documentation may be useful with this manual:
Part # Document name Description
97000112 Networking Alpha Signs
Explains the various types of sign networking
options available.
97088061 Alpha® Sign Communications Protocol
Explains the native protocol used to send text
and graphics to Alpha® signs.
97088099 How to Install AlphaNET™ 3.0 Software
Describes how to install the AlphaNET™ 3.0
software and use the Site Wizard.
1179610601 Quick Start: Geetting started with AlphaNET
Explains how to quickly connect your sign,
install AlphaNET and send messages.