Hardware & Software Requirements

Hardware & Software Requirements
These requirements are applicable to Amicus Attorney Premium 2015, with or without Amicus Premium Billing.
Amicus Application Server
Workstation
Processor
RECOMMENDED: 2 GHz or higher
MINIMUM: 1.5 GHz with 512K cache
MINIMUM: 1 GHz
RAM
RECOMMENDED: depends on firm size
MINIMUM: 2 GB
RECOMMENDED: 1 GB or higher
MINIMUM: 512 MB
Hard Disk
Drive
MINIMUM: 6 GB free space
(actual space required depends on database size)
MINIMUM: 1GB free space
Fast drive (7200 RPM minimum)
C: drive for converting from Small Firm
Display
1024x768 or higher at 32-bit color
Power
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)
Operating
System *
Windows Server 2012 R2 / 2012 / 2008 R2 / 2008 / 2003 R2 / 2003
SBS 2011 / 2008 R2 / 2008 / 2003 R2 / 2003
Windows 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista
Windows Server 2012 R2 / 2012 / 2008 R2 / 2008 / 2003 R2 / 2003
SBS 2011 / 2008 R2 / 2008 / 2003 R2 / 2003
Windows 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista
Other *
SQL Server 2014* / 2012* / 2008 R2 / 2008 (Standard / Enterprise)
.NET Framework 3.5 and 4.x
.NET Framework 3.5 and 4.x
Network
1024x768 or higher at 32-bit color
Internet Explorer 6.x or higher
Requires DVD drive for installation
RECOMMENDED: NTFS file system (rather than FAT32), for
general security and full functionality of Amicus.
Internet Explorer 6.x or higher
To support workstations over a Local Network:
RECOMMENDED: 100Base-T, MIN: 10Base-T
For wireless access, we recommend 802.11g or faster. Wireless
networks must be of high quality and reliability.
Network connection to Amicus Server
TCP/IP Network Protocol and Client for Microsoft Networks. If using
subnetworks, install the Server(s) and all workstations in the same
subnet.
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NOTES
Running on a Stand-Alone Computer—It is possible to run
Amicus (with or without Amicus Premium Billing) in a single user
environment. Requirements are the same as an Amicus Server
except minimum RAM is 1 GB, 2 GB recommended.
Split Install—The Amicus database may reside on a different
computer from the Amicus Application Server—this is called a split
install. These servers must reside in the same subnet and domain.
Other Applications—The requirements in this document are for
running Amicus Attorney. If running additional applications on the
same computer, ensure that the computer meets requirements and
has sufficient resources for those other applications as well as the
host operating system.
Firewalls—Ensure that Amicus (and SQL Server or SQL Server
Express, as applicable) are not blocked at the Application Server.
System Check—When installing Amicus Server, the Installer will
perform a System Check to ensure that your machine meets
requirements.
Terminal Server Network—Amicus can be used in a terminal
server environment. The terminal server needs a very fast
processor. Required for each terminal user: a minimum of 256 MB
RAM (512 MB recommended).
Novell Network—A Novell Netware File Server can be used for
storing shared documents, backups, etc. but the Amicus
applications must be installed under Windows.
Service Packs—The latest Service Packs for Windows, SQL
Server, and Internet Explorer are required. In general, we
recommend that you install the latest service packs available for
supported versions of the third-party products.
Both 32-bit and 64-bit editions of Windows and SQL Server are supported. Home Editions of Windows are supported ONLY for Amicus Workstations.
Your Version and/or Edition of SQL Server might not be supported under all Operating Systems listed above. Check Microsoft's Requirements for details.
The listed Operating Systems are also supported in properly configured virtualization environments (such as Microsoft Hyper-V).
An embedded SQL Server Standard Edition Restricted Runtime is available for use with Amicus Application Server.
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Product Integrations and Third-Party Links – Amicus Premium 2015
Integrations
Amicus Application Server
Workstation
Amicus Premium Billing
Amicus Premium Billing license(s).
(Available accounting configurations: Manual and QuickBooks.)
Amicus Anywhere
and
Client Portal
Amicus Application Server must be running and maintain an
Internet connection.
Amicus TimeTracker
Amicus Application Server must be running and maintain an
Internet connection.
Amicus Anywhere can be run on PCs and Macs, and on tablets: iPad, Android, BlackBerry PlayBook, and Windows Surface, using a
modern browser (minimum Chrome 16, Firefox 9, Safari 5, IE 9).
Firm must have a valid Maintenance Plan.
Firm must have a valid Maintenance Plan.
Amicus TimeTracker was designed for use on smartphones and tablets. Supported devices:
Smartphones: iPhones, Androids (4.4.x / 4.3.x / 4.2.x / 4.1.x / 4.0.x / 3.x), BlackBerry Z10 / Torch 9860 or 9850
Tablets: iPads, Androids (as above), BlackBerry PlayBook, Windows Surface
* Can also be run on PC / Mac Browsers: Chrome, Safari, Firefox (ESR), IE (11, 10)
Mobile Device
Contacts & Calendar
Outlook/Exchange Contacts & Calendar Link or Google Contacts & Calendar Link as conduit for integration with handhelds.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Handheld device that synchronizes with Microsoft Exchange/Outlook or your Google account.
Outlook
E-mail Integration
Microsoft Outlook 2013, 2010, 2007
Exchange
E-mail Integration
Microsoft Exchange Server (minimum 2007 SP3) on firm or hosted
server (including Office 365)
Outlook
Contacts & Calendar
Microsoft Outlook 2013, 2010, 2007
Microsoft Outlook 2013, 2010, 2007
Exchange
Contacts & Calendar
Microsoft Exchange Server (minimum 2007 SP3) on firm or hosted
server (including Office 365)
Google
Contacts & Calendar
Internet access to each Firm Member’s Google Apps Account.
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POP3 is supported
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is required. POP3 is supported.
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Integration via Amicus
Add-In Tasks Toolbar
Microsoft® Word, Excel, Outlook 2013, 2010, 2007
Document Assembly
At least one of the following word processors (installed with macro support) is required:
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- Microsoft Word 2013, 2010, 2007
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- Corel WordPerfect X7, X6, X5, X4 (X3, 12, 11, 10)
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Document Assembly with HotDocs requires HotDocs 11, 10, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006. (provided compatible with your word processor)
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Corel® WordPerfect® X7, X6, X5, X4
Adobe® Acrobat® or Adobe Reader® XI, X, or 9 (9.2.0 or higher)
SQL Reporting
SQL Reporting Services installed on Amicus Database Server.
Optional feature available for SQL Server.
PCLaw
PCLaw™ 14, 13, 12
QuickBooks
QuickBooks Pro, Premier, and Enterprise versions currently
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supported by Intuit, up to and including Version 2015.
Timeslips
Timeslips® Version 2015, 2014, 2013
CompuLaw
If authoring Reports, use a version of Report Builder that is compatible with your version of SQL Server.
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CompuLaw Date Calculation Software (V10) and
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CompuLaw Court Rule Sets
SQL Server Express or a full-use SQL Server
Worldox
Worldox® GX3, GX2, or GX (OR-1 or later)
Worldox GX3, GX2, GX Client
Dropbox
Internet access to firm Dropbox account
For adding/editing Dropbox documents, Firm Members require Dropbox account with share rights to applicable firm Dropbox folders
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Integration with 64-bit third-party applications (including Microsoft Office 64-bit editions) is not supported.
(64-bit Microsoft Exchange is supported).
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Integration with older versions that are no longer supported by their applicable third-party vendor (e.g. Word
2003, WordPerfect 10) will likely continue to work with Amicus but have not been tested with Amicus 2015.
Technical Support for links with unsupported third-party products is limited.
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Integration with Click-to-Run or Office On Demand delivered versions of Microsoft Office is not supported.
QuickBooks with Amicus Attorney supports US & Canadian Windows versions.
QuickBooks with Premium Billing supports US Windows versions only.
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