System Requirements

Operating System

Required: Windows 11

Roadsoft is not supported on Windows Server.

CPU

Minimum: 1.6 GHz 64-bit (x64) with 2 or more cores

Recommended: 3.0 GHz or higher x64 with 4+ cores

For improved performance larger jurisdictions should consider the fastest processor available that is within their budget.

RAM

Minimum: 4 GB RAM

Recommended: 16 GB or more

Larger jurisdictions should consider larger amounts of RAM for improved performance.

Hard drive

1GB per-installation; 4GB per-database

Roadsoft install is approximately 125 MB. For small jurisdictions, the Roadsoft database is approximately 50 MB. Larger jurisdictions can expect database sizes around, or in excess of, 4 GB.

Graphics

LDC Minimum: 1024 x 600

Roadsoft Minimum: 1024 x 768

The Laptop Data Collector can also support a netbook resolution of 1024x600.

Roadsoft will run on a screen of 1024x768, but not all windows will fit properly on the screen.

Recommended: 1600x1024 w/ 32 bit color mode

GPS for Laptop Data Collector

The LDC can connect with USB GPS units that support NMEA 0183, such as the Globalsat BU-353-S4, BU-353-N5, and BU-353NC, as well as the various versions of the VK-162. External Trimble GNSS receivers like the R1 and R2 can also be connected to a laptop or Windows tablet via Bluetooth. See Roadsoft LDC Trimble R2 GPS Receiver Setup for more information. Garmin GLO2 Bluetooth GPS receivers can also be used. See Garmin GLO2 Bluetooth GPS Receiver Setup for more information.

For more information on GPS compatibility, contact Roadsoft Tech Support.

Roadsoft Mobile

Roadsoft Mobile is designed for tablet devices, but will also run on most modern phones. Devices must have access to wireless/data service either through the device, or by using a hotspot. Minimum versions are Android 10 and iOS 11.

SQL Server

Roadsoft requires the use of SQL Server or SQL Server Express to build and host the database.

Even if your agency has a licensed version of SQL Server, we recommend using our packaged instance of SQL Server Express.

Minimum: SQL Server/SQL Server Express 2016 until December, 2026

Supported: SQL/SQL Server Express versions 2016*, 2017, 2019, 2022, and 2025