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configuration with full network speeds on all interfaces. The best possible performance can be obtained by using a Pentium class or higher CPU with PCI network cards.
Network performance bottlenecks usually occur at the connection to the Internet when using DSL or T1 class connectivity.
If you encounter problems, check your motherboard and IRQ assignments. Make sure any unused devices, such as IDE and SCSI controllers, sound cards and serial ports are disabled. Scan the hardware configuration report for error
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System Requirements
•x86 architecture processor (Intel 486, Pentium, or Xeon; compatible AMD or Cyrix CPUs);
•64 MB RAM (128 MB if using Mail Sentinel
•512 MB ATA (IDE) compliant hard disk drive or 512 MB
•2 compatible network cards (NICs)
•1 Serial
•1 USB port or parallel (printer) port on the motherboard (for hard- ware key block installation)
Note
PCI cards with USB or parallel ports will not function correctly. The USB or parallel ports must be located directly
•1 ATAPI (IDE)
•1 Video card, 1 monitor and 1 keyboard (for video console use only; keyboard may not be required for operation if the motherboard’s BIOS supports booting without a keyboard)
•Ethernet cables: crossover cables for connections to routers or computers;
For installation requirements, see page 10.