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System Requirements

Before installing OpenAutomate components, ensure your system meets the following requirements.

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Cloud Orchestrator Requirements

The Cloud Orchestrator is hosted by OpenAutomate, so no local installation is required. You only need:
  • Web Browser: Modern browser (Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Safari 14+, Edge 90+)
  • Internet Connection: Stable connection for real-time updates
  • Screen Resolution: Minimum 1024x768, recommended 1920x1080

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Bot Agent Requirements

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Operating System

  • Windows 10 (version 1903 or later)
  • Windows 11 (all versions)
  • Windows Server 2019 or later
  • Architecture: x64 (64-bit) required

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Hardware Requirements

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Minimum Requirements

  • CPU: 2 cores, 2.0 GHz
  • RAM: 4 GB
  • Storage: 2 GB free space
  • Network: Broadband internet connection
  • CPU: 4 cores, 2.5 GHz or higher
  • RAM: 8 GB or more
  • Storage: 10 GB free space (for packages and logs)
  • Network: High-speed internet with low latency

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Software Dependencies

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Required Components

  • .NET 8.0 Runtime: Automatically installed with the agent
  • Python 3.11+: Required for automation execution
  • PowerShell 5.1+: For system integration (included in Windows)

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Optional Components

  • Visual C++ Redistributable: For certain Python packages
  • Git: For version control integration
  • Chrome/Edge WebDriver: For web automation

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Python Environment Requirements

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Python Version

  • Minimum: Python 3.11
  • Recommended: Python 3.12 (latest stable)
  • Architecture: Must match system (x64)

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Python Packages

The following packages are commonly used in OpenAutomate bots:

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Core Packages (Auto-installed)

openautomateagent>=1.0.0
requests>=2.31.0
python-dotenv>=1.0.0

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Optional Packages

selenium>=4.15.0          # Web automation
pandas>=2.1.0             # Data manipulation
openpyxl>=3.1.0           # Excel files
pillow>=10.0.0            # Image processing
psutil>=5.9.0             # System monitoring

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Network Requirements

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Outbound Connections

The Bot Agent requires outbound HTTPS connections to:
  • cloud.openautomate.io: Main orchestrator (port 443)
  • api.openautomate.io: API services (port 443)
  • cdn.openautomate.io: Package downloads (port 443)
  • hub.openautomate.io: Real-time communication (port 443)

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Firewall Configuration

  • Outbound HTTPS (443): Required for all communication
  • Outbound HTTP (80): Optional for package downloads
  • Inbound connections: Not required (agent initiates all connections)

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Proxy Support

  • HTTP/HTTPS Proxy: Supported with authentication
  • SOCKS Proxy: Not supported
  • PAC Files: Supported through system configuration

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Security Requirements

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User Permissions

  • Installation: Administrator rights required
  • Service Operation: Runs as Local System
  • UI Application: Standard user rights sufficient

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Antivirus Considerations

Add the following to antivirus exclusions:
  • C:\Program Files\OpenAutomate\
  • C:\ProgramData\OpenAutomate\
  • %TEMP%\OpenAutomate\

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Windows Features

  • Windows Service: Must be enabled
  • WPF Support: Required for UI application
  • TLS 1.2+: Required for secure communication

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Performance Considerations

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Concurrent Executions

  • Single Agent: Up to 5 concurrent automations
  • Multiple Agents: No limit (deploy multiple agents)
  • Resource Isolation: Each automation runs in separate process

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Storage Requirements

  • Base Installation: 500 MB
  • Package Cache: 1-5 GB (configurable)
  • Logs: 100 MB - 1 GB (configurable retention)
  • Temporary Files: 500 MB - 2 GB

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Memory Usage

  • Agent Service: 50-200 MB baseline
  • UI Application: 100-300 MB
  • Python Execution: 50-500 MB per automation
  • Total Recommended: 8 GB for optimal performance

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Compatibility Matrix

ComponentWindows 10Windows 11Server 2019Server 2022
Bot Agent Service✅✅✅✅
Agent UI✅✅✅✅
Python 3.11✅✅✅✅
Python 3.12✅✅✅✅

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Validation Checklist

Before proceeding with installation, verify:
  • Operating system version and architecture
  • Available disk space and memory
  • Internet connectivity to required domains
  • Administrator access for installation
  • Python installation and version
  • Antivirus exclusions configured
  • Network proxy settings (if applicable)

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Troubleshooting Common Issues

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Python Not Found

  • Ensure Python is installed and in system PATH
  • Verify Python version with python --version
  • Install from python.org if missing

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Network Connectivity

  • Test connectivity: ping cloud.openautomate.io
  • Check firewall and proxy settings
  • Verify DNS resolution

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Insufficient Permissions

  • Run installer as Administrator
  • Check User Account Control (UAC) settings
  • Verify service permissions