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Sample hardware configurations
Multiple hardware configurations were tested in a controlled lab environment during the development of the HTML POS. These can be used as benchmarks to compare the hardware you already have or plan to buy.
System #1: Minimum
The first system tested is an All-in-One POS with the lowest hardware specification that was tested in our labs. It is also the oldest, with a manufacture date of late 2008. Still, even at this age, the hardware is slightly above the minimum requirements for the Maitre'D Legacy POS.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC, Version 1809, 32-bit Edition
CPU
Intel Atom N270 (Single-Core @ 1.60Ghz, Mobile CPU, Released Q2-2008
RAM
1Gb
Storage
120Gb SATA-SSD
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 9 compatible)
Display
1024 x 768
Network
100 Mbps
Pointing Device
Resistive touch screen
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
269
Minimum Keystroke Delay
500 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
2
Maximum Keys per Minute
120
System #1 Conclusion
This system is not adequate for HTML POS, however it works just fine with the Maitre'D Legacy POS. If you have older hardware available which can be upgraded to Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, it can still be put to good use for a budget POS system using the Legacy POS software.
System #2: Tablet PC
This system is a Windows 10 Tablet PC, optimized for long battery life.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB, Version 1607, 64-bit Edition
CPU
Intel Atom Z3745 (Quad-Core @ 1.33Ghz, "Bay Trail" Mobile CPU, Released Q1-2014
RAM
4Gb
Storage
120Gb SATA-SSD
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 9 compatible)
Display
1280 x 800
Network
Gigabit (on dock) or 802.11n WiFi
Pointing Device
Multi-touch Projected Capacitive touch screen
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
1079
Minimum Keystroke Delay
300 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
3.33
Maximum Keys per Minute
200
System #2 Conclusion
While HTML POS was usable on this system, it was a bit on the slow side. However, this is a very good wireless solution for the Legacy Maitre'D POS.
System #3: NUC form factor PC
This system is a Windows 10 NUC form factor PC with a very small footprint. The enclosure of this device measures only 5 in x 5 in, with a thickness if about 1.25 in.
CPU
Intel Atom x5-Z8350 (Quad-Core @ 1.44Ghz, "Cherry Trail" Mobile CPU, Released Q1-2016
RAM
4Gb
Storage
256Gb SD Card
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 9 compatible)
Display
1024 x 768
Network
Gigabit
Pointing Device
Mouse
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
1273
Minimum Keystroke Delay
300 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
3.33
Maximum Keys per Minute
200
System #3 Conclusion
While HTML POS was also usable on this system, the performance gain from the slightly better CPU was marginal and could not be measured. This is a very good solution for the Legacy Maitre'D POS if you need a low cost and space-efficient solution.
System #4: POS hardware
This system is an All-in-One Windows 10 POS workstation.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB, Version 1607, 64-bit Edition
CPU
Intel Celeron J1900 (Quad-Core @ 2.00Ghz, "Bay Trail" Mobile CPU, Released Q4-2013
RAM
4Gb
Storage
256Gb SATA SSD
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 9 compatible)
Display
1366 x 768
Network
Gigabit
Pointing Device
Multi-touch Projected Capacitive touch screen
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
1852
Minimum Keystroke Delay
300 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
3.33
Maximum Keys per Minute
200
System #4 Conclusion
While HTML POS was also usable on this system, the performance gain from the slightly better CPU was marginal and could not be measured. This hardware is more than adequate for the Maitre'D Legacy POS, however.
System #5: High-End POS hardware
This system is a high-end, All-in-One Windows 10 POS workstation.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro, Version 1903, 64-bit Edition
CPU
Intel Core i3-2125 (Dual-Core @ 3.30Ghz, "Sandy Bridge" Desktop CPU, Released Q3-2011
RAM
8Gb
Storage
256Gb SATA SSD
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 9 compatible)
Display
1366 x 768
Network
Gigabit
Pointing Device
Multi-touch Projected Capacitive touch screen
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
4015
Minimum Keystroke Delay
150 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
6.67
Maximum Keys per Minute
400
System #5 Conclusion
The Core i3 desktop CPU and 8Gb of RAM made all the difference with this system, doubling the HTML POS performance compared to previous systems tested. At 400 keystrokes per minute, this system now surpasses the capacity of even the most experienced typists.
System #6: Old Desktop PC
This system is a standard desktop PC manufactured in 2011, which was upgraded to Windows 10.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro, Version 1903, 64-bit Edition
CPU
Intel Core i7-2600 (Quad-Core @ 3.40Ghz, "Sandy Bridge" Desktop CPU, Released Q1-2011
RAM
8Gb
Storage
512Gb SATA SSD
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 9 compatible)
Display
1920 x 1080
Network
Gigabit
Pointing Device
Mouse
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
8185
Minimum Keystroke Delay
100 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
10
Maximum Keys per Minute
600
System #6 Conclusion
While a full-sized desktop computer does not necessarily make sense to use as a POS, this hardware was included here as a point of comparison, and to show that old hardware can still be used very efficiently. Also, similar hardware is available in Small Form Factor (SFF), which has a much smaller footprint.
System #7: High-End Desktop PC
This system is a high-end, Small Form Factor (SFF) desktop PC, running Windows 10 pro and manufactured in 2018.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Pro, Version 1903, 64-bit Edition
CPU
Intel Core i7-8700 (6-Core @ 3.20Ghz, "Coffee Lake" Desktop CPU, Released Q4-2017
RAM
32Gb
Storage
512Gb NVMe SSD
Graphics
Intel Integrated Graphics (DirectX 11 compatible)
Display
1920 x 1080
Network
Gigabit
Pointing Device
Mouse
Performance Data (Advancec POS UI)
CPU Benchmark Score
15140
Minimum Keystroke Delay
50 m/s
Maximum Keys per Second
20
Maximum Keys per Minute
1200
System #7 Conclusion
A SFF PC such as this one has a relatively small footprint. Coupled with a touch screen, this could effectively run the entire Maitre'D Back-Office suite along with HTML POS as a local workstation without any noticeable drop in performance.
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