Is my computer able to run Authentication?
A quick guide to CPU model numbers and recommended specs for running VeriScan and Forms with the Authentication SDK.
Overview
Understanding CPU performance is a daunting task. Model numbers can be misleading, so we broke down the basics so you can know if your PC will be able to run our software effectively.
Avoiding Underpowered CPUs
i5 and i7 are just brand names, this doesn't represent the actual performance of the CPU.
Some things to look out for:
- Avoid CPUs that end with a "U" as this indicates a processor is "ultra-low power."
- Generally speaking, a higher generation number is always preferred.
- Laptops will always perform slower than desktops.
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System Requirements
| Addtl. Time Per Scan | >15 seconds | ~7 seconds | ~3 seconds |
| CPU Core Count | 2 Cores (4 Threads) | 4 Cores | 4 Cores (8 Threads) |
| CPU Generation (Intel) |
i5 8000 Series (2017, 8th Generation) |
i5 10,000 Series (2019, 10th Generation) |
i5 12,000 Series |
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CPU Generation |
Ryzen 1000 / 2000 (2017, Zen / Zen+) |
Ryzen 3000 / 5000 |
Ryzen 7000 / 8000 (2019 Zen 2 / Zen 3) |
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Total RAM |
8GB Dual-Channel | 16GB Dual-Channel | 16GB Dual-Channel |
Scanner Requirements
| Scanner Name | Authentication Capable | Scanner Type |
| E-Seek M500 | ✅ Yes | Insert |
| Gemalto AT10K | ✅ Yes | Flatbed |
| Gemalto AT9000 | ✅ Yes | Flatbed |
| Gemalto CR5400 | ✅ Yes | Insert |
| Gemalto CR5400i | ✅ Yes | Insert |
| Gemalto KR9000 | ✅ Yes | Flatbed |
| IDWare 7017 | No | Flatbed |
| E-Seek M260 | No | Insert (Dip) |
| E-Seek M280 | No | Insert (Dip) |
| Gemalto QS1000 | No | Flatbed |
| Gemalto QS2000 | No | Flatbed |