Stockyard Hardware Specifications
Server
Category | Minimum (1-3 PCs) | Recommended (3-8 PCs) | Best (8+ Devices) |
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Operating System | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Pro | Contact us to discuss with your IT service provider |
CPU | i5 (less than 5 yrs old) | i7 (less than 3 yrs old) | Contact us to discuss with your IT service provider |
Storage | 250 GB SSD | 500 GB SSD (OS & Program) + 500 GB HDD (Storage) | At least 500 GB SSD (OS & Program) + External Storage (for Backups) |
Memory | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM + | Contact us to discuss with your IT service provider |
Network | Ethernet (for optimum performance) | Ethernet (for optimum performance) | Ethernet (for optimum performance) |
Workstation
Category | Minimum | Recommended |
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Operating System | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 |
CPU | i3 (less than 7 yrs old) | i7 (less than 3 yrs old) |
Storage | 128 GB SSD + | 256 GB SSD + |
Memory | 4 GB RAM + | At least 8 GB RAM |
Network | Ethernet (for optimum performance) / Wi-Fi (slower) | Ethernet (for optimum performance) |
Android Handheld Devices

RFID Readers currently only pair with Android devices.
Device | Notes |
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Tablet - Minimum Galaxy Tab A9 8″ (Wi-Fi) | Cheapest device. Put a rugged case on this and it's good to go. If broken, can be easily and cheaply replaced. |
Tablet - Recommended Galaxy Tab Active 5 (Wi-Fi) | Heavy duty rugged tablet with a removable battery and stylus. |
Tablet - Best Galaxy Tab Active 5 (5G) | Same as above, plus 4G & 5G capability. Slightly more expensive. |
Phone
| Any Modern Device |
Apple Handheld Devices

Note: Apple devices ARE NOT compatible with RFID Readers, but can be used for all other Stockyard Mobile functions.
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Modern Apple Device
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