Minimum computer requirements
Although a computer can be ordered from Kongsberg Mesotech as a part of the M3 Sonar system delivery, it is also possible to purchase one locally.
If you purchase a computer locally, make sure that the chosen model meets the functional and technical requirements.
It is important that the chosen computer model is relatively new with sufficient processing power, a high performance graphics adapter, and a high speed Ethernet adapter.
We recommend a computer with a CPU that has a PassMark Software benchmark score of 14,000 or more (passmark.com).
PassMark Software is a Windows computer performance benchmarking utility. Computers with a CPU score of 14,000 or higher have been tested with the M3 Sonar. Lower-scoring computers may not perform well, resulting in a slow GUI response, slower ping rates, or dropped pings.
When running two M3 Sonars, an average CPU Mark of 30,000 is recommended.
The computer must be able to facilitate the various interface requirements made by the M3 Sonar system, and you may need to add extra Ethernet and/or serial adapters.
Note
The computer design and construction must allow for maritime use. Easy access to connectors, parts and cables must be provided. Make sure that the installation method allows for the physical vibration, movements and forces normally experienced on a vessel.
The minimum technical requirements are:
•  Microprocessor: 2.80 GHz, Intel quad core i7
•  Memory: minimum 8 GB
•  Hard disk: minimum 500 GB
•  Graphics card RAM: 256 MB
•  Network interface: 100/1000 Mbps
•  Serial adapters: One or more serial line interfaces are required. The number of serial lines depends on your interface requirements.
•  Operating system: The M3 software has been designed for the Microsoft® 64-bit Windows 10 operating system. Windows 7 is supported for imaging applications only. Profiling applications will not work properly in Windows 7. Operating systems older than Windows 7 are not supported.