Following are the recommended hardware, software, and communications requirements for e-Tools:

• Pentium III compatible, 500MHz or higher
• Direct and reliable connection to the Internet with a national ISP
• 256 MB RAM or higher
• 200 MB hard disk space (800 MB for products using Microsoft SQL server 2005 Express
• SVGA monitor - 256 colors minimum and 800 X 600 resolution or higher
• CD-ROM (24x or higher)

• Windows 2000 Professional (SP 4 recommended), XP Professional (SP2 recommended), or Windows Vista
• Office XP with SP2, Office 2003 with SP1, or Office 2007.
• Microsoft Internet Explorer (5.5 or greater)
• For the latest compatibility information for Windows Vista, click here.

• For optimal performance of online products, we recommend a high-speed connection (broadband, DSL, T1, etc).
• PPC software notices and product notifications are distributed via email. It is highly recommended that users have an email account registered with PPC.