CPFD recommends investing in a high-performance calculation machine for running Arena-flow simulations. Since computer hardware advances in capacity and speed at such a fast pace, we recommend purchasing updated hardware every 2 to 3 years to obtain the fastest performance. We encourage you to contact our hardware supplier partners for excellent service and support. Our support team is also happy to assist, so please reach out to us if you have any questions about hardware.
Recommended Hardware Configurations
Basic
- OS: Windows 11 or Ubuntu Linux
- CPU: Intel i7
- RAM: 16 GB
- OS hard drive: 4 TB SSD
- Data hard drive: 8 TB HDD
Performance
- OS: Windows 11 or Ubuntu Linux
- CPU: Intel i9
- RAM: 128 GB
- OS hard drive: 4 TB SSD
- Data hard drive: 2 x 12 TB HDD
Notes:
- Higher clock speed and newer Intel architecture are better for CPU.
Minimum System Requirements
Barracuda Virtual Reactor Minimum System Requirements
- OS: 64-bit Windows 10, Ubuntu 16.04, RHEL 8, or CentOS 8
- CPU: Any 64-bit Intel compatible from the last 10 years
- RAM: 8 GB
- Hard Drive Space: 500 GB
- Display Resolution: 1680 x 1050