TxEVER FAQs: System Requirements
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System Requirements
VSS recommends the following software and hardware minimum requirements.
Software
| Supported Desktop Operating Systems | Minimum Required Internet Browsers1,2 | Minimum Required Java Runtime Build |
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| Supported Mobile Operating Systems | Minimum Required Internet Browsers | Minimum Required Java Version |
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| Apple iOS version 9.0 or higher | Safari version 9.0 | N/A |
| Android version 6.0 or higher | Chrome version 54.0 | N/A |
1 Client Browsers must be configured to use TLS 1.2.
2 Microsoft Edge is not yet capable of supporting many websites and web applications and does not have a compatibility mode that will allow it to run TxEVER. Internet Explorer will automatically open when the user browses one of those listed sites using Edge.
TxEVER Gen Print Plug-In
The Gen Print Plugin is a software plug-in that acts as the glue between TxEVER and Hardware Peripherals via Printers, Scanners, Signature Pads & Barcode Scanners.
Local Registrars need it to do Remote Certificate Issuance. The plug-in is however NOT required to open or print PDF files from TxEVER.
| For Windows 10 | Version 2.0.14 (Latest Version) |
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| For Mac OS X | Version 2.0.14 (Latest Version) |
When using a portable computing device (e.g., laptop, Palm Pilot, BlackBerry, USB devices, etc.) to access agency data, you must take precautions to ensure that mobile computing does not compromise the security of the systems being used or the data therein. To ensure the security of the device, implement one or both of the following standards:
- A password-protected sign-on screen requirement for mobile equipment.
- A mechanism to encrypt business-sensitive or confidential data (PII or PHI). Use whole disk encryption such as PGP where appropriate (e.g. laptops, tablets, desktops)
Install Gen Print
- Update all browsers (Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, Safari) to the latest version.
- Update Java to the latest version. (32-bit for Windows / 64-bit for Mac)
- Download TxEVER Gen Print Plugin
- Clear the cache in your browser(s).
- Install Gen Print Plugin as a local administrator.
- Launch any browser and allow the connection to the Gen Print Plugin.
(Select “Remember this decision” so you don’t have to repeatedly have to answer the question.) - For complete instructions, please download the Gen Print Plugin Installation and Troubleshooting Instructions.
Gen Print Plugin Version Updates
A system administrator needs to complete the following steps to ensure users are updated with the latest version.
- Go to Control Panel / Uninstall Programs
- Find Gen Print Plugin and Uninstall
- Delete all files under C:\Users\{your computer login ID}\AppData\Roaming\gen\ folder
- Download and Install the Gen Print Plugin 2.0.14
- Clear the cache in your browser(s).
- Restart the Browser and navigate to TxEVER. Verify the Gen Print Plugin 2.0.14 is connected.
- A new pop-up will open that says "Verified" rather than "Untrusted" in the body of the message, check the "Remember this decision" box and then click "Allow".
- Verify/Reset your printer settings under "Utilities".
Hardware
End User PC Requirements
| Processor | Intel 2.4Ghz 4MB L2 Cache |
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| Number of processors | 2 or higher |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 or higher (64-bit) |
| Standard memory | 8 GB |
| Primary Hard Drive | 120 GB SATA 3.0 GB/S |
| Server Software and "desktop client" software | IE 11/Firefox 45.0 or higher, Adobe Reader 10.0 or higher, JRE 1.8.0 or higher, optional Excel for reporting. |
End User Mac Requirements
| Processor | 2.2 GHz dual-core |
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| Number of processors | 2 |
| Operating System | OS X 10.10 and higher |
| Standard memory | 8 GB |
| Primary Hard Drive | 128 GB Flash Drive |
| Server Software and "desktop client" software | Safari 9.0 or higher, JRE 8 Update 25 or higher, Adobe Reader 11.0.11 or higher, optional Excel for reporting. |
Signature pads (optional)
VS can guarantee that Topaz TL 460 will be compatible with TxEVER. Other signature pad models meeting the following requirements may or may not be able to function with the system.
| Sensor Type | 3rd generation touch-screen |
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| Pen Type | Rugged, passive pen, battery-less |
| Input Resolution | programmable ppi |
| Signing Area | 4.4" X 1.3" |
| Authentication Capability | Forensic quality. SIG data capable of examination and authentication with software. |