To complete the installation you require the following:
A PC meeting the following specifications:
|
Recommended |
Minimum |
---|---|---|
Processor | Pentium III, compatible PC 600 MHz |
Pentium II, compatible PC 266 MHz |
Hard Disk |
6 GB |
4 GB |
RAM |
384 MB |
256 MB |
Display Resolution |
1024 x 768 |
800 x 600 |
Java Desktop System Release 3 supports users upgrading from Java Desktop System 2003 and Java Desktop System Release 2 systems with 128 MB of RAM. However, we strongly recommend that you upgrade your systems to 256 MB of RAM for performance reasons.
The PC must be set up to boot 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 with booting directly from the installation CD.
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.