Requirements for the sample single-machine installation
A list of requirements of your target system before you can perform the sample installation.
SDL software
Make sure that your machine can access the following SDL items:
| Files | Description |
|---|---|
| Licence files | license.xml and cd_licenses.xml |
| Installer files | SDL Web installation media |
Third-party software
Your machine needs to have the following software installed:
| Software | Description |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows Server 2016 (64-bit) |
| Database | Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP1 (Standard Edition or Enterprise Edition) |
For SQL Server, also make sure you have the password for a system administrator user (such as sa) ready.
Hardware
Make sure you have at least 2 GB of free disk space available on your machine.