Basic Computer Requirements/Information

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Bend-Tech 7x Minimum Computer Requirements List

Minimum Requirements

  • Windows Operating System (7, 8, 8.1, 10). Bend-Tech software does NOT run on MAC.
  • 1 GHz Processor
  • 2 GB of RAM (4 GB or more recommended)
  • 2 GB of hard drive free
  • 1024x768 graphics resolution
  • OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Card
  • .NET framework 3.5 installed.
  • Mouse/Keyboard
  • Active Internet Connection (except when using a dongle) NOTE: Internet Connection is needed during the first activation and then every 6 months, the software can run offline in between.)

Bend-Tech Dragon: Required Components

Minimum Computer Requirements

  • Windows Operating System 7, 8, 8.1, 10.
  • 2.0 GHz Dual-Core Processor
  • 4 GB Ram (Memory)
  • 2 GB Free Hard Drive Space
  • 1280 x 800 Screen Resolution or greater
  • OpenGL 1.3 Compatible Graphics Adapter
  • .NET Framework 3.5 SP1 Installed
    • Dedicated Ethernet port (for running machine)
    • Wifi Adapter or secondary Ethernet port (internet is required)
    • Full Keyboard and Mouse
    • NOTE: Your dedicated PC/Laptop must have internet connectivity either by wifi or direct connection to a router via a second ethernet port (aside from the ethernet port dedicated for use with the Dragon machine).

Without internet connectivity, your Bend-Tech support will be severely limited.

Plasma Torch Requirements

  • Hypertherm Powermax Series (45, 45XP, 65, 85)
  • Mechanized Torch Head

Air Requirements

  • Air Compressor (Engraver and Center Gate/Lifter)
  • Air Compressor or Inert Gas (for Plasma Cutting) - (Min 6 cfm @ 90psi)
  • Air Filter and/or Dryer may be required depending upon your environment

Electrical Requirements

  • 220-240v Outlet (for plasma system - see owner's manual for more information)
  • 2x - 110-120v 15Amp Outlets (A150 machine)
  • 1x - 110-120v 20Amp Outlet (A400 machine)
  • Misc 110-120v Outlets (computer, monitor, etc)

Running Bend-Tech 7x on a MAC OS

Bend-Tech doesn't run native to the Mac Operating System, however, many customers are running Windows emulators and it works great on the Mac with that. Some suggested emulators include Bootcamp and Parallels among others.

Here are a couple of discussions:

http://www.offroadfabnet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6452&highlight=windows

http://www.offroadfabnet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2778&highlight=windows

What If I Have a Surface Computer? Tablet?

Bend-Tech 7x works on a few Surface laptops, but not all. And it is NOT setup for use on a tablet or other mobile devices.

See our diagram below.

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