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--- faq:faq_desktop_minimum_specs [2025/07/28 11:53] – [Installation] grant
+++ faq:faq_desktop_minimum_specs [2026/05/22 16:01] (current) – [High-End / Institutional Power User Workstations] rob
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-===== Hardware =====
+====== Desktop Specifications ======
+===== Minimum Requirements (Basic Users) =====
-It depends on how many windows and how active the trader is but here are some suggested guidelines:
+Suitable for light trading, limited charts, and standard office applications.
-  * Processor=3 GHz quad core.
-  * Memory = 16 Gb Ram
-  * Storage = 80+ Gb
-  * Video card = 1GB DDR3 or better
+  * CPU: Intel Core i5 (12th Gen or newer) / AMD Ryzen 5 equivalent
+  * RAM: 32GB
+  * Storage: 512GB NVMe SSD
+  * GPU: Integrated graphics or dedicated GPU with 4GB VRAM
+  * Network: Wired Ethernet connection recommended
+  * Monitors: Up to 2 displays
-Professional/Administrator/Options Pro user
+===== Professional User Recommendations =====
-  * Processor= Intel Core i9-14900KF
-  * Memory = 64 GB DDR5
+Recommended for active traders, multi-monitor setups, large watchlists, automated tools, chart-heavy workflows, and simultaneous use of T4, browsers, Excel, Teams/Zoom, and market data applications.
-  * Storage = 512GB SSD + 1TB HDD
-  * Video Memory = 4 GB GDDR5
+  * CPU: Intel Core i7/i9 (13th Gen or newer) or AMD Ryzen 7/9
+  * RAM:
+    * 64GB minimum acceptable
+    * 96GB–128GB recommended for professional or power users
+  * Storage:
+    * 1TB+ NVMe Gen4 SSD
+    * Separate SSD recommended for market data/workspace caching
+  * GPU:
+    * NVIDIA RTX/A-series or AMD Radeon Pro recommended
+    * Minimum 8GB VRAM for multi-monitor environments
+  * Network:
+    * Dedicated wired gigabit connection strongly recommended
+  * Monitors:
+    * 3–6 monitor support recommended
+  * OS:
+    * Windows 11 Pro (fully updated)
+===== High-End / Institutional Power User Workstations =====
+For users running:
+  * Multiple T4 sessions
+  * Options Pro
+  * Algorithmic tools
+  * Large option chains
+  * Extensive browser tabs
+  * Large layouts (over 40 open windows)
+  * Advanced analytics (Portfolio Analysis)
+  * Contract history
+Recommended configuration:
+  * CPU: Intel i9 / AMD Ryzen 9 / Threadripper
+  * RAM: 128GB–192GB
+  * Storage: 2TB+ NVMe SSD
+  * GPU: RTX 4070/4080 class or professional workstation GPU
+  * Network: Multi-gig networking preferred
+===== Performance Note =====
+While T4 can operate on lower specifications, insufficient RAM and storage performance are the most common causes of:
+  * Latency
+  * Freezing
+  * Workspace instability
+  * Degraded multi-monitor performance
+Professional trading environments should prioritize higher memory capacity, fast NVMe storage, and stable wired networking.
+<WRAP center round info 100%>
+**Note** We recommend Dedicated GPU (graphics card) rather than an on-board GPU
+</WRAP>
 ===== Connection =====
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-===== Logging In =====
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-Your Administrator will provide you with the following login details which will allow you to access and install the T4 Trading Front-end. The following three pieces of information will always be required for login.
-Firm: Indicates the firm through which you trade.
-Username: The name provided to you by your Administrator.
-Password: The password provided to you by your Administrator. Your password will be displayed as a series of *’s as you type. This is to prevent anyone from seeing your password. Note: You should not disclose your password to anyone else. If you suspect that someone else may know your password then you should change your password by logging into the website and clicking Change Password, or contact your Administrator.
-Language: Click the icon to bring up a drop down to change the language on the platform. You can choose between English, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese. Note for the language to appear in the drop down you need that language pack installed on your PC.
-When T4 has added features or made other changes, you will be prompted to upgrade on your next login. You have the option of clicking 'yes' to upgrade now or clicking ‘no’ to upgrade at a later date. Some upgrades are mandatory and must be completed before logging into the front end. If an upgrade is mandatory, you will not have the option to choose ‘no.’
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