| Resource | Minimum | Recommended | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Server CPU | 2 cores @ 2.5 GHz | 4 cores @ 3.0 GHz+ | | Server RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | | Server Storage | 250 GB HDD | 500 GB SSD | | Client Workstation RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | | Internet Speed | 10 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload | 50 Mbps symmetrical |
If the library hosts its own server, the infrastructure must be robust enough to handle simultaneous user requests, database queries, and catalog updates. | Resource | Minimum | Recommended | |
PostgreSQL or MySQL. These are highly scalable, cost-effective, and robust enough to handle millions of bibliographic records. 128 GB SSD (for fast boot times and browser caching)
128 GB SSD (for fast boot times and browser caching). Over-investing in a cloud solution without verifying your
Selecting a Library Management System is not just about comparing software features; it is an infrastructure project. Under-investing in hardware leads to slow searches, lost transactions, and data corruption. Over-investing in a cloud solution without verifying your internet bandwidth is equally futile.