Applies to: Typical Manager 2026 (.NET 8 based release). For Typical Manager 2025 or earlier, please refer to the Typical Manager 2025 — System Requirements article (those releases are based on .NET Framework 4.8 and use SQL Server 2022).

Introduction

This article outlines the minimum system requirements necessary for using Typical Manager 2026. Adhering to these requirements ensures that your machine can support a basic installation of the software.

The suitability of a configuration for your organization depends on several factors such as the number of projects, concurrent users, and performance expectations. It is also important to consider whether you are using a terminal server.

For installation steps after verifying your environment, please refer to the Typical Manager 2026 — Installation Guide article. For migration guidance from Typical Manager 2025, see the Typical Manager 2026 Migration document article.

For optimal performance, we strongly advise using a 64-bit Windows operating system.

For data security, we highly recommend setting up an automated backup process to occur at least once daily.

What's different in Typical Manager 2026

Compared to Typical Manager 2025, the system requirements have changed in three important ways:

  • .NET 8 — Typical Manager 2026 is based on .NET 8 instead of .NET Framework 4.8. The target environment must support .NET 8.
  • Microsoft SQL Server 2025 is the supported database version.
  • AutoCAD Electrical 2025 and 2026 are supported. AutoCAD versions 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2024 are no longer supported in Typical Manager 2026 (they remain supported in Typical Manager 2025).

Table of Contents

  1. Installation options
  2. Important notes about minimum requirements
  3. Stand-alone installation
  4. Client/Server — Server requirements
  5. Client/Server — Client requirements
  6. Supported AutoCAD Electrical versions
  7. Microsoft Office recommendation

1. Installation options

Typical Manager can be installed in three ways:

  • Stand-alone — Both Typical Manager and the SQL database run on the same computer.
  • Network server — A central server holds the Typical Manager SQL database.
  • Workstation (client) — Typical Manager connects to a SQL server in the network.

Choose the installation type that best matches your organization's setup before reviewing the hardware and software requirements below.

2. Important notes about minimum requirements

The system requirements listed in this article represent the minimum specifications necessary for using Typical Manager 2026. Please consider these requirements as a starting point, and ensure that your system meets or exceeds them for the best user experience.

Please note:

  • Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee optimal performance.
  • We recommend that you consider these specifications as the starting point and ensure that your hardware meets or exceeds them for the best user experience.
  • Using other operating systems or databases than those listed may result in compatibility issues or system errors.

3. Stand-alone installation

A stand-alone installation runs Typical Manager, the SQL server, and the License server on the same machine.

Hardware requirements

  • Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz
  • Memory: 8 GB (16 GB recommended)
  • Disk space: 60 GB
  • Monitor resolution: 1600 × 900
  • Monitor scaling: 100%
  • Internet connection is required

Software requirements

  • Operating system: Windows 11, Pro, Enterprise 64-bit ¹
  • Database: Microsoft SQL Express 2025 ² or newer
  • .NET 8 Desktop Runtime (x64)

¹ A valid Microsoft license is required.

² Only one instance of SQL Express may be installed on a machine — multiple instances are not supported. For more details about the restrictions of Microsoft SQL Express, see www.microsoft.com.

4. Client/Server — Server requirements

To use Typical Manager® with a central database on a server, the server must meet the following minimum requirements.

Hardware requirements

  • Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz
  • Memory: 8 GB (16 GB recommended)
  • Disk space: 128 GB
  • Monitor resolution: 1600 × 900
  • Monitor scaling: 100%
  • Internet connection is required

Software requirements

  • Operating system: Windows Server 2022, Enterprise 64-bit ¹ or newer
  • Database: Microsoft SQL Server Standard 2025 ¹ or newer
  • .NET 8 Runtime (x64)

¹ A valid Microsoft license is required.

5. Client/Server — Client requirements

Each client (workstation) connecting to the central server must meet the following minimum requirements.

Hardware requirements

  • Processor: Dual Core 2.4 GHz
  • Memory: 8 GB (16 GB recommended)
  • Disk space: 60 GB
  • Monitor resolution: 1600 × 900
  • Monitor scaling: 100%
  • Internet connection is required

Software requirements

  • Operating system: Windows 11, Pro, Enterprise 64-bit ¹
  • .NET 8 Desktop Runtime (x64)

¹ A valid Microsoft license is required.

6. Supported AutoCAD Electrical versions

Typical Manager 2026 supports the following AutoCAD Electrical versions for use with the AutoCAD Add-in:

  • AutoCAD Electrical 2025
  • AutoCAD Electrical 2026

No longer supported in Typical Manager 2026: AutoCAD versions 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2024. These versions remain supported in Typical Manager 2025.

If you depend on one of the unsupported AutoCAD versions, please contact our Support Desk before upgrading.

7. Microsoft Office recommendation

We recommend using Microsoft Office as it provides the best experience when working with exports such as XLSX and DOCX files.

While other software may also be used to open these files, we cannot guarantee compatibility or optimal performance.

A valid Microsoft Office license is required.

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the Typical Manager Support Desk.