System Requirements: Sage BusinessWorks current version

These system requirements are general guidelines for running the current version supported versions of Sage BusinessWorks.

Standalone workstation

• Processor: 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz and 2 cores. Sage BusinessWorks runs only on Intel and AMD CPUs
• Memory (RAM): 4 GB
• Storage: 2 GB free disk space for installation. Ensure at least 25% of the computer's hard disk space is available after installation
  • Installation must be on a local drive. You must not store data on OneDrive, SharePoint, or any other cloud-based platform
• Network: Ethernet, ≥ 1 Gbps full duplex. Running Sage BusinessWorks over a wireless (WiFi) connection isn't supported
• Operating System: Windows 10 Home*, Professional, or Enterprise, 64-bit. Windows 11 Home*, Professional, or Enterprise, 64-bit
  * Sage BusinessWorks supports the Home edition as a standalone install or as a client in a peer-to-peer environment
• Database Engine: Actian Zen 15 SP1
• Monitor: 1024 x 768 or higher resolution
• Internet: Required for product downloads, payroll tax reporting, credit card processing, and authenticating maintenance updates
• Microsoft Office: Local install of 32-bit Microsoft Office or Microsoft Office 365 (current version)
• Printer: Laser or high-speed ink jet printer
  • Multi-purpose printers: The program doesn't support high-end multi-purpose copy/printers. Support can't assist you with troubleshooting any issues related to multi-purpose printers
• Other software: Microsoft Edge (program links) and Adobe Acrobat Reader (product documentation)
  • Using other Internet browsers or PDF programs can result in some in-product items not functioning as designed
• Email Client: Locally installed, MAPI-compliant email software such as Microsoft Outlook (Classic). When emailing, select the email service option that’s correct for your email client 
• Microsoft .Net: Version 2.0

Client Server - Server

• Processor: 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz and 2 cores. Sage BusinessWorks runs only on Intel and AMD CPUs
• Memory (RAM): 8 GB
• Storage: 2 GB free disk space for installation. Ensure at least 25% of the computer's hard disk space is available after installation
  • Installation must be on a local drive. You must not store data on OneDrive, SharePoint, or any other cloud-based platform
• Network: Ethernet, ≥ 1 Gbps full duplex. Running Sage BusinessWorks over a wireless (WiFi) connection isn't supported
• Operating System: Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 or 2025 Standard Edition
• Database Engine: Actian Zen 15 SP1
• Monitor: 1024 x 768 or higher resolution
• Internet: Required for product downloads, payroll tax reporting, credit card processing, and authenticating maintenance updates
• Remote Desktop:  Requirements for running Sage BusinessWorks remotely. We offer limited support for issues in remote desktop environments, such as printing, email, or Office problems
• Microsoft Office: Local install of 32-bit Microsoft Office or Microsoft Office 365 (current version)
• Printer: Laser or high-speed ink jet printer
  • Multi-purpose printers: The program doesn't support high-end multi-purpose copy/printers. Support can't assist you with troubleshooting any issues related to multi-purpose printers
• Other software: Microsoft Edge (program links) and Adobe Acrobat Reader (product documentation)
  • Using other Internet browsers or PDF programs can result in some in-product items not functioning as designed
• Email Client: Locally installed, MAPI-compliant email software such as Microsoft Outlook (Classic).  When emailing, select the email service option that’s correct for your email client 
• Microsoft .Net: Version 2.0

Workgroup - Server

• Processor: 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz and 2 cores. Sage BusinessWorks runs only on Intel and AMD CPUs
• Memory (RAM): 8 GB
• Storage: 2 GB free disk space for installation. Ensure at least 25% of the computer's hard disk space is available after installation
  • Installation must be on a local drive. You must not store data on OneDrive, SharePoint, or any other cloud-based platform
• Network: Ethernet, ≥ 1 Gbps full duplex. Running Sage BusinessWorks over a wireless (WiFi) connection isn't supported
• Operating System: Windows 10 Professional or Enterprise, 64-bit (until October 14, 2025). Windows 11 Professional or Enterprise, 64-bit. Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 or 2025 Standard Edition
• Database Engine: Actian Zen 15 SP1
• Monitor: 1024 x 768 or higher resolution
• Internet: Required for product downloads, payroll tax reporting, credit card processing, and authenticating maintenance updates
• Microsoft Office: Local install of 32-bit Microsoft Office or Microsoft Office 365 (current version)
• Printer: Laser or high-speed ink jet printer
  • Multi-purpose printers: The program doesn't support high-end multi-purpose copy/printers. Support can't assist you with troubleshooting any issues related to multi-purpose printers
• Other software: Microsoft Edge (program links) and Adobe Acrobat Reader (product documentation)
  • Using other Internet browsers or PDF programs can result in some in-product items not functioning as designed
• Email Client: Locally installed, MAPI-compliant email software such as Microsoft Outlook (Classic). When emailing, select the email service option that’s correct for your email client 
• Microsoft .Net: Version 2.0

Client workstation (workgroup or client server)

• Processor: 64-bit processor with at least 1 GHz and 2 cores. Sage BusinessWorks runs only on Intel and AMD CPUs
• Memory (RAM): 4 GB
• Storage: 1 GB free disk space for installation. Ensure at least 25% of the computer's hard disk space is available after installation
• Network: Ethernet, ≥ 1 Gbps full duplex. Running Sage BusinessWorks over a wireless (WiFi) connection isn't supported
• Operating System: Windows 10 Professional or Enterprise, 64-bit (until October 14, 2025). Windows 11 Professional or Enterprise, 64-bit. We only support Windows 10/11 Home edition as a client on a peer-to-peer network
• Database Engine: Actian Zen 15 SP1
• Monitor: 1024 x 768 or higher resolution
• Internet: Required for product downloads, payroll tax reporting, credit card processing, and authenticating maintenance updates
• Microsoft Office: Local install of 32-bit Microsoft Office or Microsoft Office 365 (current version)
• Printer: Laser or high-speed ink jet printer
  • Multi-purpose printers: The program doesn't support high-end multi-purpose copy/printers. Support can't assist you with troubleshooting any issues related to multi-purpose printers
• Other software: Microsoft Edge (program links) and Adobe Acrobat Reader (product documentation)
  • Using other Internet browsers or PDF programs can result in some in-product items not functioning as designed
• Email Client: Locally installed, MAPI-compliant email software such as Microsoft Outlook (Classic). When emailing, select the email service option that’s correct for your email client 
• Microsoft .Net: Version 2.0

Third-party integrations

• To verify compatibility with products that integrate with Sage BusinessWorks, consult that product's software manufacturer
• Your system must meet the system requirements for both Sage BusinessWorks and the third-party product
• SAP Crystal Reports: Crystal Reports 2020. Crystal Reports 2020 requires a 64-bit DSN connection with is only available with Sage BusinessWorks 2023 or higher
• F9: Visit F9 support for system requirement information
• Sage Timeslips: The current desktop version of Sage Timeslips supports the current version of Sage BusinessWorks
• Antivirus software/Firewall: Sage BusinessWorks is a web-enabled program
  • Configure your antivirus software to exclude Sage BusinessWorks files with MKD and DDF file extensions
  • Configure your firewall to allow inbound and outbound connections through ports 1583 and 3351