Autodesk Impression Requirements
Autodesk Impression is a software product that is available as a subscription product to people who have bought a number of different AutoCAD products or Autodesk Revit products. Impression takes proprietary Autodesk DWG and DWF files and allows a user to more quickly produce presentation quality images for demonstrations to clients and coworkers. In addition to Autodesk proprietary files, Impressions can import other standard file formats to help create seamless presentation graphics.
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Processor
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Autodesk Impression requires an Intel Pentium 4 processor running at 3 gigahertz (GHz) or better for desktops. Laptop processors can be either Intel or AMD running at 1.7 GHz or faster. Intel Core2Duo and i series processors are all faster than the Pentium 4, as are any dual core or better AMD processor.
Memory
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Two gigabytes of Random Access Memory (RAM) is the minimum required for Audodesk Impression. More memory will result in better performance and smoother operation.
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Video Card
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The video card minimums include 1280 by 1024 resolution with 32-bit color depth. The card needs a minimum of 128 megabytes (MB) of video RAM and must be compliant with the DirectX 9.0c application interface. It also must support Pixel Shader 2.0 (which renders 3-D effects) or better. NVIDEA Quadro FX, GeForce F 5, 6, and 7 are all recommended for Autodesk Impression. ATI's Radeon X, 9500, or FireGL series are also suggested for use with Impression.
Operating System
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The minimum operating system requirements for Autodesk Impression are Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 2. Recommended systems include Microsoft Windows Vista Enterprise, Business, Ultimate, Home Premium, or Home Basic. Windows Explorer 6.0 Service Pack 1 or better is also required. Although Autodesk Impression is a 32-bit application and doesn't officially support 64-bit operating systems, it will run on both 64-bit Windows XP and 64-bit Vista. However, for optimal performance it should be installed on a 32-bit operating system.
Hard Disk Space
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Autodesk Impression requires 2 GB of hard disk space after installation. The amount of space required for installation will vary, depending on the features you install. More free hard drive space will allow for better performance and more reliable computer operation.
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