SoftWindows for UNIX is supplied on CD-ROM. This section specifies the hardware and software required to run the version of SoftWindows for SGI workstations.
For an Indy system, at least 48 Mbytes of physical memory is needed. The performance of SoftWindows will be improved with more memory. 64 Mbytes is recommended.
For an O2 system, you need at least 96 Mbytes, with 128 Mbytes recommended.
 | Note: For each additional Mbyte of PC memory one extra Mbyte of workstation RAM is recommended for best performance. |
The figures listed below are approximate, and should be used only as a rough guide.
Table 2-1. Required Disk Space
| Full Installation | Upgrade Installation |
|---|---|---|
Core package | 15 Mbytes | 30 Mbytes |
Online help files | 25 Mbytes | 25 Mbytes |
Windows setup files | 90 Mbytes (Windows 95) | 15 Mbytes (Windows 3.11) |
Cross-platform compatibility | 8 Mbytes | 8 Mbytes |
Hard disk data file | 150 Mbytes | 30 Mbytes (Mandatory) |
Maximum total (approximate) | 290 Mbytes | 110 Mbytes |
Minimum total (approximate) | 15 Mbytes | 60 Mbytes |
The swap space should be at least three times the physical memory size or twice the physical memory size for systems with more than 48 Mbytes.
The standard 3.5-inch Silicon Graphics compatible floppy disk drive is supported.
To install SoftWindows you need a compatible CD-ROM drive connected to your workstation.