See If You Meet the Sage 50 Software & Hardware Requirements
Do your business computers meet the software and hardware requirements for Sage 50 2024 (U.S.)? Since your accounting and business management software is critical to the success of your day-to-day operations, you will want to check the system requirements for Sage 50 (formerly Peachtree) before you make the leap to the latest version, especially if you need a multiuser environment that must run on a networked server.
What Are the Minimum Recommended System Requirements for Sage 50 2024?
NOTE: In this article, we are going to discuss the minimum recommended software and hardware requirements for Sage 50 v2024.0 because those will provide baseline performance benchmarks for your business. See below for recommended system configuration requirements.
Sage 50 Pro, Premium and Quantum all have the same recommended minimum system requirements. These will only change when migrating from a single user environment to a multiuser environment, which require a networked server to manage. Only Sage 50 Premium and Sage 50 Quantum support multiple users (up to 5 named users and up to 40 named users, respectively).
To install Sage 50 2024, you will need:
| Server | Processor | Memory | Additional Requirements |
| Windows Server 2022 Windows Server 2019 Windows Server 2016 | 2.0 GHz processor for multiple users | 8 GB of RAM for single user and multiple users 2 GB of disk space for installation of components on server | For online services, connection with download speeds of at least 25mbps and upload speeds of at least 10mbps |
| Workstation | Processor | Physical Memory | Additional Requirements |
| Windows 11 Windows 10 (version 21H1 and higher) | 2.0 GHz processor for single user or multiple users | 8 GB of RAM for single user and multiple users 1 GB of disk space for installation on workstation | 16-bit SVGA video that supports 1280×800 resolution Computer name of 15 characters or less required |
You will also need:
- Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8
- Requires an additional 280 MB to 850 MB
Important Notes
NOTE: As of Sage 50 2023.0, Windows 7 is no longer a compatible operating system for Sage 50 Accounting. Beginning with Sage 50 2024.0, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Standard, and Windows Server 2012 R2 are also no longer compatible operating systems. All of these OS have reached Microsoft EOS (End of Support) and present severe security risks to your data.
Recommended System Configuration
Here are the recommended system requirements for Sage 50 2024 via Knowledgebase:
- 2.4 GHz processor (3rd Generation and higher Intel® Core™ i3 and higher or AMD Ryzen™ 3 and higher) for single user and multiple users
- 8 GB of RAM for single user and 16 GB and higher for multiple users
- Hard-wired high speed internet connection on any machine using Remote Data Access or accessing connected features
Sage 50 Integration Requirements
Here are the minimum requirements and important notes for all external Sage and third-party applications integrated with Sage 50 2024:
- Microsoft 365 Integration
- Requires Microsoft 365 Business Basic, Standard, Premium or Enterprise Editions
- Integrations available for Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Requires the 32-bit versions of the 2016, 2019 or 2021 releases
- SWK Technologies is a Microsoft Gold Partner and can help you determine the compatibility of your Microsoft 365 plan with your Sage ERP – contact us here to learn more: info@swktech.com
- Requires the 32-bit versions of the 2016, 2019 or 2021 releases
- All connected printers must support Windows 10 or Windows 11
- Microsoft Edge is required with Sage Payroll Solutions, Sage Payments Solutions, and other Connected Services integration; Google Chrome™ browser and Microsoft Edge (version 2020 and higher) web browsers are supported when accessing available Connected Services outside of Sage 50
- Maximum of 5GB file size for Sage Remote Data Access companies
Sage 50 Cloud Hosting Requirements
Some of the system requirements may change when hosting Sage 50 in a cloud environment. As a certified CSP (cloud service provider) and a Strategic Hosting Provider for the Sage Partner Cloud, SWK Technologies can help you assess your implementation and map out the best configuration for your needs. Visit our Secure Cloud Hosting page here to learn more.
Read These Tips to Improve Your Installation Process
To set the stage for a successful installation, keep these tips in mind:
- Refer to this documentation on Sage Knowledgebase for complete installation instructions.
- Important: If you are deploying a multiuser environment on a network, you must first install Sage 50 on the server computer. Then, install Sage 50 on each workstation. Sage 50 workstations connect to the server and access transactions and records stored in the Company Data files.
- If you choose to install over the previous version, your company data will NOT be overwritten. When you open the company for the first time with the new release, the Conversion Wizard will automatically update the data files to work with the latest release.
- If you install to a new computer, you will keep your previous version of Sage 50. If you choose to keep the older version, but convert your company data to the newest release, you will NOT be able to access that data with the old release.
- Verify all computers meet the minimum system requirements. Refer to System Requirements: Sage 50—U.S. Edition 2024.
- If you have customizations, please ask for help before you get started. SWK Technologies can help you identify if your customizations or add-ons are compatible with the latest version of Sage 50 – contact us here.
- Before starting the install, close all other Microsoft and non-essential programs on the computer.
- Turn off your anti-virus for the duration of the installation process, but leave your firewall on and enable notifications.
- Make sure the User Account Control (UAC) is set to a minimum, not maximum. This may require Admin access. Consult with IT personnel if necessary.
- Check to make sure all your printers work after your installation.
Ready to Get Started?
If you would like some help updating or checking the capabilities of your Sage 50 system, please reach out to the SWK Technologies team to get the assistance you need. In addition to being one of the premier Sage ERP partners in North America, we are also experts in Microsoft solutions and IT management, and
Contact SWK today to see if you are ready to upgrade to Sage 50 2024.