Operating System
Minimum: Windows 10
Recommended: Windows 11
CPU
Minimum: 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64)
Recommended: 2.2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo / AMD Athlon 64 X2
Larger jurisdictions should consider the fastest processor available, within their budget, for improved performance.
RAM
Minimum: 1 GB RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)
Recommended: 4 GB or more
Larger jurisdictions should consider larger amounts of RAM for improved performance (4 GB is the maximum for 32bit operating systems).
Hard drive
1 GB per-installation; 4 GB per-database
Roadsoft install is approximately 125 MB. For small jurisdictions, 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.
**new ultra HD screen resolutions may not display properly.
Recommended: 1600x1200 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 and BU-353-N5, 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 tablet via Bluetooth. See Roadsoft LDC Trimble R2 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 run on most modern mobile devices. Devices must be running Android version 5 and up or iOS 9 and up. Devices must have access to wireless service.
SQL Server
Roadsoft requires the use of SQL Server or SQL Server Express to build and host databases.
We recommend using our packaged instance of SQL Server Express.
Minimum: SQL Server/SQL Server Express 2014
Microsoft announced they will be ending extended support of SQL Server 2014 in July, 2024. CTT will stop support of SQL Server 2014 in December, 2024.
Recommended: SQL/SQL Server Express 2016 or newer
Supported: SQL/SQL Server Express versions 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2022