The Getting Started section is designed to give you an overview of what is required before upgrading the Framework Product Suite.
System Requirements
Determine the hardware and software requirements of the Framework Product Suite.
Hardware Requirements
- Server System Requirements
- Workstation System Requirements
- Tablet PC System Requirements
Software Requirements
- Microsoft Operating Systems
- Microsoft Windows Installation Requirements
- Microsoft Office Suites
Database Management Systems
The Framework Product Suite uses the Microsoft SQL Server 2008 (MSSQL) Database Management System (DBMS). The following topics detail some of the issues of using MSSQL.
- Database Management Systems
- Microsoft SQL Server Version Comparison
Before Upgrading the Framework Product Suite
Before upgrading the Framework Product Suite, a number of topics that allow administrators to better manage the Framework environment are discussed.
- About Framework Databases
- About Framework Version Numbers
- Framework Folders
- Framework Licensing
- Installation Media
- Network Information
- Software Documentation
- Upgrades and Updates
- User Acceptance Tests (UAT)
Installation Considerations
The following topics must be considered before proceeding with the upgrade of the Framework Product Suite.
- Group Policy Installations
- Remote Access for Support
- Test Environment
- Thin Client Installations