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.
Compare your system to Payroll™ requirements
Use our System Analysis Tool to compare your system to the 2024 Payroll system requirements. The System Analysis Tool scans your system and rates its compatibility with Payroll.
What's the difference in "Base", "Better" and "Best" configurations?
- Base: Payroll 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 Payroll users
- Best: Recommended for optimum performance, especially for users who prepare complex returns or large numbers of returns
Operating Systems
- Both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Microsoft Operating systems are supported.
Windows® 10 end of life is October 14, 2025 and will continue to be a supported operating system for ATX 2024. Please start making plans to upgrade your computers. Windows®11 is only available as a 64-bit operating system. Memory requirements for ATX 2025 will increase.
Authenticator App
You can use any authenticator app that supports a Time-based One-Time Password. Check this list for authenticator apps confirmed to be compatible with the software: Multi-Factor Authenticators for Customers
Internet Connection Required
High-speed internet connection required for all install types (e.g. DSL, cable modem, T1/T3)
*This product uses .NET Framework 4.8.
What's the difference in "Base", "Better" and "Best" server configurations?
- Base: Payroll will install and run correctly in this minimal configuration, but performance may not be suitable for networks with multiple users.
- Better and Best: Recommended for better and optimum performance in networked environments where multiple users work simultaneously.
Note: Windows® 10 end of life is October 14, 2025 and will continue to be a supported operating system for ATX 2024. Please start making plans to upgrade your computers. Windows®11 is only available as a 64-bit operating system. Memory requirements for ATX 2025 will increase.
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