This is a document about Cognex PC Configuration Guide, which introduces the hardware and software requirements for CVL and VisionPro software
This document outlines the hardware and software requirements for PCs used with Cognex Vision Software products, specifically CVL and VisionPro, along with associated hardware like the MVS and DS1000 Series Sensors. It defines minimum, supported, and recommended configurations for CPU, memory, disk space, video, and peripherals to ensure proper operation.
| Minimum CPU | 1 GHz Pentium Processor |
|---|---|
| Recommended CPU | At least a 2 GHz Multi-core processor |
| Minimum Memory (Windows 7) | 1 GB |
| Minimum Memory (DS1000 Series Sensors) | 4 GB |
| Minimum Disk Space | 2 GB prior to installation |
| Minimum Video Resolution | 1024x768 resolution |
| Minimum Video RAM | 32MB |
| Required Ethernet Adapter | Gigabit Ethernet adapter (GigE Vision) |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 |
Cognex recommends using at least a 2 GHz Multi-core processor.
At least 4 GB of memory (64-bit OS) is required.
A PCIe x16 video card is recommended to avoid performance issues.
Yes, configure it to not perform automatic or real-time scanning.