System Requirements
This page specifies the minimum and recommended hardware and software requirements for running Volvicon. Verify that your system meets these requirements before installing. For installation instructions, see Installation.
Operating System
| Platform | Minimum Version | Recommended Version |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
Only 64-bit (x86-64) operating systems are supported. 32-bit systems and ARM-based processors are not supported.
Windows 10 introduced Per-Monitor DPI scaling (version 1703 and later), which Volvicon requires for correct high-DPI rendering on multi-monitor setups. Windows 11 is also fully supported.
Processor
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum | x86-64 CPU with SSE 4.1 instruction set support |
| Recommended | Intel Core i7/i9 or AMD Ryzen 7/9 with 8 or more cores |
Multi-core processors improve performance during segmentation, mesh generation, and batch processing.
Memory (RAM)
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum | 8 GB |
| Recommended | 32 GB |
| Large Datasets | 64–256 GB |
The required memory depends on dataset size:
- Free memory should be at least twice the size of the loaded dataset.
- For 16-bit datasets:
Dataset Size (GB) = (Width × Height × Slices × 2) / 1,073,741,824 - Multiple datasets loaded simultaneously require proportionally more memory.
Examples:
- 512³ voxel dataset (16-bit): ~256 MB → Minimum 512 MB free RAM
- 1024³ voxel dataset (16-bit): ~2 GB → Minimum 4 GB free RAM
- 2048³ voxel dataset (16-bit): ~16 GB → Minimum 32 GB free RAM
Graphics Card
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum | Dedicated NVIDIA or AMD GPU with 2 GB VRAM and OpenGL 4.1 support |
| Recommended | NVIDIA GeForce RTX or AMD Radeon RX series with 8 GB or more VRAM |
- Integrated graphics (onboard GPU) are not supported.
- Install the latest graphics drivers from the GPU manufacturer.
- On Windows, use WHQL-certified drivers.
A recent NVIDIA GPU additionally enables optional CUDA acceleration for compute-heavy operations such as CT (cone beam) reconstruction. It is not required — the application automatically falls back to the CPU when GPU acceleration is unavailable, so reconstruction works on any system.
Requirements for GPU acceleration:
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| NVIDIA GPU | NVIDIA Turing (GeForce RTX 20-series / GTX 16-series) or newer is required; Ampere (RTX 30-series) or newer is recommended. The latest RTX 40- and 50-series are fully supported. Older GPUs (Kepler, Maxwell, Pascal, Volta) are not supported by the CUDA 13 runtime and fall back to the CPU. |
| NVIDIA driver | Release R610 or newer (required by the CUDA 13.3 runtime). Update from nvidia.com/drivers. |
If the GPU or driver is unsupported, the File → Preferences → General → Performance → "GPU acceleration (NVIDIA CUDA)" option is disabled and its tooltip explains why (for example, that the installed driver is too old); the same reason is written to the application log. Standard 3D rendering uses OpenGL on any supported GPU (NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel) and is unaffected by this setting.
Display
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Minimum | 1920 × 1080 at 100% display scaling |
| Recommended | 2560 × 1440 or higher |
| Supported | 4K monitors (3840 × 2160) |
When using display scaling above 100%, the effective resolution must still meet the minimum requirement. For example, at 150% scaling, a physical resolution of 2880 × 1620 is required to achieve the equivalent of a 1920 × 1080 working space.
Storage
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Installation | 5 GB for application files |
| Local AI Support | Additional free space required for downloaded AI models; reserve 20 GB or more if you plan to use local AI |
| Working Space | 50 GB or more for temporary files and projects |
| Storage Type | SSD recommended; NVMe SSD preferred for large datasets |
Ensure sufficient free space in the temporary files directory. Volvicon displays a warning if less than 1 GB of free space is available.
Input Devices
- Mouse: A 3-button mouse with scroll wheel is required for full interaction.
- Keyboard: Standard keyboard for shortcuts and data entry.
Network Requirements
| Feature | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Node-locked licensing | Internet connection for portal access and periodic validation; offline tolerance depends on the issued license |
| Floating licensing | Outbound HTTPS to api.volvicon.com on port 443 while securing and maintaining a concurrent seat |
| Floating license file | Read access to the configured local or UNC .lic path whenever Volvicon starts |
| Offline use | Floating licenses do not support planned offline borrowing; only a brief interruption is tolerated while the current seat lease remains valid |
| Updates | Internet connection recommended for automatic update checks |
| AI Assistant with an online provider | Internet connection required |
For floating licenses, verify DNS resolution, TLS certificate trust, proxy behavior, firewall rules, and a synchronized system clock before deployment. Customers do not install a local Volvicon license-server application.
Additional Software
| Software | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable | 2019 or later (installed automatically by the Volvicon installer) |
| .NET Framework | 4.8 or later |
| PDF Viewer | Required for viewing in-application documentation |
| Microsoft Excel (optional) | 2016 or later for advanced reporting features |
AI Assistant Local Support
Local AI Support is optional. It allows the AI Assistant to use downloaded AI models on the same computer instead of sending requests to an online AI provider.
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 32 GB or more |
| Graphics Card | Dedicated GPU that meets Volvicon's standard graphics requirements | NVIDIA RTX-class GPU with 8 GB or more VRAM |
| Storage | Free space for the Local AI Support component and downloaded models | 20 GB or more free space for AI models |
| Network | Internet connection for downloading AI models | Offline use after the required model has been downloaded |
Local AI can run without a supported NVIDIA GPU on some systems, but responses may be slow. For routine AI Assistant use, a modern NVIDIA GPU with current drivers is recommended.
If you do not install Local AI Support, you can still use the AI Assistant with an online AI provider, subject to your license, account, and network access.
Virtual Machines
Virtual machines are not supported. Volvicon must run on a physical machine. GPU passthrough in virtualized environments is not guaranteed to function correctly and is not a supported configuration.
Cybersecurity
Deploy Volvicon within a hardware and network environment that incorporates appropriate security controls:
- Antivirus software with real-time protection enabled
- Properly configured host and network firewall
- Regular operating system and driver security updates
- Network segmentation for systems that process sensitive or proprietary data
- Workstation access restricted via a strong password or other authentication mechanism
- Workstation should not be left unattended while a session is active; lock the screen when stepping away
High-Performance Configuration
The following hardware configuration has been validated with Volvicon and delivers a measurable performance improvement in compute-intensive workflows such as volumetric segmentation, mesh generation, and large-dataset visualization. Systems meeting or exceeding this specification are recommended for demanding production use.
This configuration represents tested hardware on which Volvicon has been validated. Equivalent components from other manufacturers may also yield comparable performance gains.
Processor
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 285HX, or 285K (or higher) |
| Physical Cores | 24 |
| Logical Processors | 24 |
Memory (RAM)
| Module | Capacity | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Channel A | 16 GB (or higher) | 5600 MHz (or higher) |
| Channel B | 16 GB (or higher) | 5600 MHz (or higher) |
| Total | 32 GB | 5600 MHz (dual-channel) (or higher) |
Storage
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Interface | NVMe 4th generation (PCIe 4.0) or higher |
| Capacity | 1 TB or more |
Graphics Card
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU or equivalent discrete GPU |
Summary Tables
Standard Use
| Component | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 (64-bit) | Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| CPU | x86-64 with SSE 4.1 | Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7, 8+ cores |
| RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB |
| GPU | 2 GB VRAM, OpenGL 4.1, dedicated | 8 GB VRAM, RTX/RX series |
| Storage | 5 GB (installation) | SSD with 50+ GB free |
| Display | 1920 × 1080 | 2560 × 1440 |
Large Datasets
| Component | Specification |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit) |
| CPU | Intel Xeon or AMD EPYC workstation processor |
| RAM | 64–512 GB (scale according to dataset size) |
| GPU | NVIDIA RTX A4000/A5000 or AMD Radeon Pro W6800 with 16 GB or more VRAM |
| Storage | NVMe SSD; 500 GB or more working space |
| Display | 4K (3840 × 2160) or multiple monitors |
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Rendering artifacts or display issues | Outdated graphics driver | Install the latest WHQL-certified driver from the GPU manufacturer |
| Poor performance with large datasets | Insufficient RAM | Increase available RAM or reduce dataset size |
| Application crashes on startup | Incompatible GPU or driver | Verify that the GPU meets minimum requirements and update drivers |
| Slow 3D rendering | Integrated graphics in use | Confirm that Volvicon is using the dedicated GPU (see GPU control panel settings) |
| Node-locked license activation fails | Invalid file, hardware mismatch, or validation unavailable | Confirm the .lic belongs to this computer, verify the system clock, and check internet access |
| Floating license does not start | No available seat, inaccessible .lic path, or licensing service unreachable | Check the portal's seat usage, verify the file path, and allow outbound HTTPS to api.volvicon.com |
For additional assistance, contact your software vendor or refer to the support resources provided with your license. See also Troubleshooting Graphics Driver Issues for GPU-specific guidance.