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Installation Prerequisites
Recommended Minimum Hardware Configuration for OpenManage Essentials
Small (up to 100 Managed Systems):
 Processor: 2 (1.8 GHz minimum)
 Memory: 4 GB
 Disk Space: at least 6 GB
 Database: SQL Server Express
 Database location: Local
Medium (up to 500 Managed Systems):
 Processor: Quad Core (1.8 GHz minimum)
 Memory: 6 GB
 Disk Space: at least 6 GB
 Database: SQL Server Express
 Database location: Local
Large (up to 2000 Managed Systems):
 Processor: 8 Core (1.8 GHz minimum)
 Memory: 8 GB
 Disk Space: at least 10 GB
 Database: SQL Server Standard
 Database location: Supports Remote SQL installation
NOTE: When accessing the OpenManage Essentials console via a remote browser, you will experience
better performance in the console user interface by using a (remote) system that has a well-equipped
processor. For small and medium configurations, a system with an Intel multi-core processor or
equivalent is typically sufficient. For larger configurations, an Intel i3 (or better) processor or equivalent is
recommended. The RAM and graphic capability of the system will not affect the performance as much
as the processor. A virtual machine may also be used for launching OpenManage Essentials remotely.
As with a physical system, a virtual machine with a better equipped processor will provide better
performance in the remote console.
NOTE:
The disk space needed may increase based on the:
 Number of Dell Update Packages you import for software update.
 Number of MSI files you import for software deployment
 If Dell SupportAssist is installed along with OpenManage Essentials, you require 2 GB RAM, Dual core
processors in addition to the minimum requirements described earlier. If you are using SQL Server
Standard or Enterprise Editions, the maximum SQL Server memory must be configured within SQL
Server to prevent it from using the entire system memory. It is recommended that you use a
maximum of 4 GB for a 6 GB RAM configuration.
 For large number of managed systems, see the OpenManage Essentials User’s Guide.
Operating System For Management Stations
 Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard and Datacenter Edition
 Microsoft Windows Server 2012 Standard and Datacenter Editions
 Windows Server 2008 SP2 Standard and Enterprise (x64) Editions
 Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Standard and Enterprise Editions