System Requirements

Systems that do not meet requirements often have issues with general system performance (speed) as well as speed transmitting or downloading data—a problem most tax businesses cannot afford during tax season.

The ATX System Analysis Tool scans your system and rates its compatibility with ATX. See System Analysis Tool

Windows XP is no longer supported and ATX cannot be installed on an XP machine.

ATX 2015 Stand-Alone and Network Server/Workstation System Requirements

What's the difference in "Base", "Better" and "Best" configurations?

Base: ATX will install and run correctly in this minimal configuration, but performance may not be suitable for some users
Better: Enhances performance and application response times to meet the needs of most ATX users
Best: Recommended for optimum performance, especially for users who prepare complex returns or large numbers of returns

Dedicated Server Requirements ("Server Only" installations):

Operating System - Windows® 7 or Server 2008 (or higher)
Processor
Base: Intel® Core™ Duo or equivalent processor
Better: Intel® Core™ i5 or equivalent processor
Best: Intel® Core™ i7 or better and equivalent processors
Microsoft Windows® Server 2003 is no longer supported for server installation

Preparing returns on a dedicated ATX server running a Microsoft Server operating system is not recommended or supported because all required components are not installed and available on a server OS.

Operating System Note

Windows® 10 support is pending general availability from Microsoft.

DVD Installation

Installation from DVD requires a compatible optical DVD drive. If installing from a DVD, check your system's installation device:

Click Windows® Start menu, right-click Computer, and select Manage.
Click Device Manager.
Under DVD/CD-ROM drives, double-click the device name. (The Device Type must include "DVD.")

Internet Connection Required

High-speed internet connection is required for all install types (e.g. DSL, cable modem, T1/T3)

Browser Support

Internet Explorer is recommended for the most dependable browser experience, though other browsers may perform acceptably depending on user configuration. For Online Check Printing, Internet Explorer is required.