System Requirements

To complete the installation you require the following:

• A PC meeting the following minimum specifications:

Table 1–1 System Requirements for the Java Desktop System Release 2 on Linux

	Recommended	Minimum
Processor	Pentium III, compatible PC 600 MHz	Pentium II, compatible PC 266 MHz
Hard Disk	6 GB	4 GB
RAM	256 MB	128 MB
Display Resolution	1024 x 768	800 x 600

The PC must be capable of booting directly from the installation CD. The process of booting from the CD varies between systems. Consult the documentation provided with your PC if you have any difficulty.

You need to provide the following information for your PC:

• Username

• Network configuration information

• Disk partition information

• ISP configuration information

Allow at least 45 minutes for the installation. If your system appears to hang during the installation procedure, do not interrupt the installation process.