FrameReady System Requirements

Specifications are subject to change as Claris Inc evolves their products.

FrameReady 14 and FileMaker 2023

Please note that we are unable to recommend or review your specific computers to confirm if they are compatible with FrameReady and/or FileMaker products. Please consult your IT specialists if you are unsure.

For Guest/Work Station Computers: Note: When using 2 or more computers, you are also required to use a FileMaker Server computer.
Apple Mac	Recommended Hardware	Supported Operating Systems
	CPU: Intel/Apple chip RAM: 8 GB or more Network: Ethernet preferred » FileMaker 2023 Technical Specifications	macOS Ventura 13.0 macOS Monterey 12.0 What version is my Mac? Click the Apple icon at the top left corner of your screen Choose About This Mac. The name and version number of your Mac's operating system appears on the Overview tab.
Windows	Recommended Hardware	Supported Operating Systems
	CPU: Intel or AMD RAM: 8 GB or more Network: Ethernet preferred » FileMaker 2023 Technical Specifications	Windows 11 Enterprise and Pro Editions (22H2, 64-bit only) Windows 10 Enterprise and Pro Editions (22H2, 64-bit only) What version is my Windows? On your keyboard, press the Windows key and the letter r (as in Ringo). In the Run dialog window, enter cmd and click OK. In the Command window, enter winver and press Enter. The name and version number of your Windows's operating system appears.
For Integrations: When using a FrameReady Integration, review the System Requirements for each.
Windows, Mac	Review each integration for requirements.	» View all FrameReady Integrations
Barcode Scanner	Requires a USB barcode reader; many models are available online.
For iOS Devices: When using 2 or more computers/devices, you are also required to use a FileMaker Server computer.
iPad	Recommended Hardware	Supported Operating Systems
	Bluetooth keyboard Technical Specifications: » FileMaker 2023 Technical Specifications	FileMaker Go 19.6 is compatible with iOS devices running iOS 15 minimum.
For Printers: When using printers, you are responsible for keeping your printers up-to-date.
Printers
	Receipt Printers Letter Printers Label Printers	Note: If you use a newer Windows or Mac computer, or iOS device, then your printers may require new software in order to work with the new computer/device. Please search online to make sure your printers are compatible. To print from an iOS device: View Apple's list of AirPrint-compatible Printers
For the Server computer: When using 2 or more computers, you are also required to use a FileMaker Server computer. Choosing a Server Network Diagram FAQs
FileMaker Server	Recommended Hardware	Supported Operating Systems
	A dedicated computer is recommended for FileMaker Server that is reserved for use as a database server. Don't use an email, print, or network file server. Mac: CPU: Apple M1 Chip with 8-Core CPU or Intel Core i5 RAM: 8 GB or more Hard Drive: 512 GB Solid State Drive (SSD) Storage or more, with a minimum of 20% of free drive space Network: Ethernet only PC: CPU: 4-Core RAM: 8 GB or more Hard Drive: 512 GB Solid State Drive (SSD) Storage or more, with a minimum of 20% of free drive space. Network: Ethernet only If you run your server "headless," please have a keyboard, mouse, and monitor available for Tech Support calls. » FileMaker Server Technical Specifications » FileMaker Server Installation and Configuration Guide	Mac: macOS Ventura 13.0 macOS Monterey 12.0 Windows: Windows Server 2022 Standard Edition (with Desktop Experience) Windows Server 2019 Standard Edition (with Desktop Experience) What version is my Server? Mac Click the Apple icon at the top left corner of your screen Choose About This Mac. The name and version number of your Mac's operating system appears on the Overview tab. Windows On your keyboard, press the Windows key and the letter r (as in Ringo). In the Run dialog window, enter cmd and click OK. In the Command window, enter winver and press Enter. The name and version number of your Windows's operating system appears.
	Windows or Mac? Windows Server 2022 / 2019 FileMaker Server does not run in ordinary Windows, but requires the purchase of a special version of Windows called Windows Server 2022 (or 2019). Notes: • FileMaker Server cannot run on the familiar desktop versions of Windows, i.e. Windows 10 or Windows 8.1. • There is a cost to purchase Windows Server 2022, it can be expensive and require a lot of IT setup and maintenance. • Not all software is supported to run on Windows Server, e.g. Adobe Photoshop CC. • Installation of FileMaker Server is not always straight forward and may require multiple system updates, e.g. Microsoft .NET framework, Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable, etc. MacOS Ventura, Monterey FileMaker Server requires macOS Ventura 13.0 or macOS Monterey 12.0 Notes: • A Mac Mini is the best server option for multiple reasons. Windows Servers are very expensive and require a lot of maintenance. Going with the Mac Mini does not require a special operating system. • The current standard Mac Mini that is regularly sold automatically has all of the system requirements needed to be a server. Cost wise, the Mac Mini works great with even a Windows-only workstation setup. Especially with how many additional software programs that will only run on Windows (such as CMC). • The beauty of a Mac Mini as the server is that it can communicate with Windows computers with no problems or delays. No additional purchasing of the Windows Server OS is necessary. Once the Mac Mini as the server is set up (FileMaker Server program is provided for free with the Whiteglove Server/Upgrade cost of $199) then the Mac Mini will communicate to all the PCs using FrameReady, as FileMaker will be "speaking" to FileMaker.

An Internet connection is required to install FileMaker Server on Windows.

System Requirements

For FrameReady 14

FrameReady 14 and FileMaker 2023

For Guest/Work Station Computers:

For Integrations:

For iOS Devices:

For Printers:

For the Server computer:

Windows or Mac?

Windows Server 2022 / 2019

MacOS Ventura, Monterey