PADS4 Platform Server requirements
Requirements scale with the number of Viewers. Use Backup and Sub-Servers for systems over 1000 Viewers; contact support@pads4.com for guidance.| Viewer quantity | CPU | Memory | Application storage | Content storage | OS | Data server max. quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 100 | 4 cores | 16Gb | 2Gb | 16Gb | Windows Server 2019, 64bit and above | 25 |
| 100 - 500 | 8 cores | 16Gb | 2Gb | 64Gb | Windows Server 2019, 64bit and above | 25 |
| 500 | 8 cores | 24Gb | 2Gb | 64Gb | Windows Server 2019, 64bit and above | 100 |
| 1000* | 16 cores | 32Gb | 2Gb | 256Gb | Windows Server 2019, 64bit and above | 200 |
General performance tips
Follow these guidelines for optimal PADS4 performance during configuration and operation.| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Disk | Use SSDs to speed up content synchronization, which heavily impacts server performance. |
| Virus scanners | Exclude PADS4 folders from scanning to avoid slowdowns in content sync and processes. |
| Virtual Server | Assign a static MAC address; dynamic ones disrupt licensing during restarts. |
| Network | Ensure stable 100 Mbps+ (1 Gbps preferred) for best results. |
| Content storage | Size depends on needs; SSDs boost server and Viewer speed. Resize 4K media to Full HD specs for HD displays to cut bandwidth and playback load. |
| Content permissions | Limit sync to relevant Viewer/User groups to reduce unnecessary transfers. |
| Data Server | Retrieve only needed data (limit rows/columns); avoid tiny read intervals unless data changes in real time to save CPU and bandwidth. |
PADS4 Viewer hardware requirements
Below table are the specifications for the PADS4 viewers and viewer types.| Viewer type | CPU | RAM | App storage | Content storage | OS | Data providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows Viewer - (minimum specs) | 2 cores | 2Gb | 2Gb | 16Gb | Windows 10 64bit | 25 |
| Windows Viewer (recommended specs) | 4 cores | 4Gb | 2Gb | 128Gb | Windows 10 64bit | 50 |
| Android Viewer (recommended specs) | NA | 4Gb | 1Gb | 4Gb | Android | NA |