This minimum computer specification applies to E-LINK software version 16 when used with E-LINK communications hardware:
WIRELESS interface hardware product ref - DG1 used with AD1, M800, E4000, H500, R500, M600, M550, FP3, ESW, ICSW, LSW
USB interface hardware product ref: X4 used with E4000, H500, R500, FP2, FP3, DFP2, DFP4, M600, M550, ESW, ICSW, LSW
SERIAL interface hardware product ref: E3000 or CX4 used with H400, R400, FP1, M400, ESW, ICSW, LSW
Before installing E-LINK version 16 software, confirm your computer meets all the following minimum requirements:
E-LINK version 16 software is compatible with Windows 10 or 11.
NOTE: 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems are supported.
Important note for laptop installations
Laptops require a dedicated graphics card or adaptor fitted, this option is not available on all laptop models. Integrated Graphic Chipsets, Discrete Class Graphics Chipsets and Hybrid Graphics are not supported.
Internet | Internet connection for updating operating system files |
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Operating Systems | Microsoft Windows 10 Home, Professional or Enterprise 64-bit versions |
CPU | 64-bit Processor (x86-64), running at 2GHz or Higher |
RAM | 2 GB or Higher |
Software Installation | USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port for connection of Biometrics Ltd USB flash drive containing the operating software |
Graphics | Windows compatible dedicated video card with 2 GB minimum GDDR5 vRAM (100% DirectX compatible) with WDDM Driver. Important Note: Onboard / Integrated Graphics / Hybrid Chipsets are NOT supported |
Sound | Windows compatible sound card (100% DirectX compatible) and Speakers |
Optical Drive | Windows compatible CD-Rom / DVD-Rom |
Hard Drive | 700Mb free disk space for installation. Patient Save Files will require more space. |
Input | 100% Windows compatible mouse / pointing device and keyboard |
Display | SVGA Monitor / Screen. Minimum screen resolution 1024 x 768 pixels |
Hardware Connectivity | X4 and DG1: USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port for connection of Biometrics Ltd USB hardware E3000 or CX4: Dedicated serial port (RS232) for connection of Biometrics Ltd serial hardware |
Output | Parallel, USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port for Printer |
Other Software | Adobe Acrobat Reader for use with the Biometrics Ltd PDF Report Output |
Hardware NOT Supported
- Onboard / Integrated / Hybrid or Discrete Graphics Chipsets
- Non DirectX compliant Graphics Cards
- Non DirectX compliant Soundcards
Known Conflicts
- Microsoft Office Toolbars
- Active Desktops and slideshow screensavers
- Windows Sidebar and Gadgets
- Google Desktop Sidebar
- User Account Control (UAC) to be disabled during installation
E-LINK version 16 software is only compatible with Tablet PC's running the Windows 10 operating system.
NOTE: 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems are supported for Windows 10.
Internet | Internet connection for updating operating system files |
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Operating Systems | Microsoft Windows 10 Home, Professional or Enterprise |
CPU | 32-bit Processor (x86), running at 1.33GHz or Higher (Quad Core) |
RAM | 2 GB or Higher |
Graphics | Dedicated video adaptor with 2 GB GDDR5 vRAM |
Sound | Windows compatible Audio Device (100% DirectX and WDM compatible) |
Optical Drive | (Only required during E-LINK software installation). External CD-ROM/DVD-ROM. Connected via USB or docking station. (Or transfer the E-LINK software to a USB memory stick or memory card to suit the Tablet PC) |
Hard Drive | 1GB free disk space for installation. Patient Save Files will require more space. |
Input | The E-LINK software is 100% touch screen enabled, however an optional Windows compatible mouse or pointing device and keyboard connected via USB or docking station will enhance general use during data entry and other program activities. |
Display | 10.8" HD screen. Minimum resolution1024x768 pixels |
Connectivity | If required a USB Hub extender may be fitted to increase the number of USB ports. X4 and DG1: USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port for connection of Biometrics Ltd USB hardware |
Output | USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port for Printer |
Other Software | Adobe Acrobat Reader for use with the Biometrics Ltd PDF Report Output |
Hardware NOT Supported
- Generic Windows RT Devices
- Microsoft Surface RT Devices
- Non DirectX/WDM compliant Intergrated Graphics Chipsets
- Non DirectX compliant Graphics Cards
- Non DirectX compliant Audio Device
Known Conflicts
- Requires solid color desktop
- Microsoft Office and Works Toolbars
- Active Desktops and slideshow screensavers
- Windows Sidebar and Gadgets
- Google Desktop Sidebar
- User Account Control (UAC) to be disabled during installation