FrameMaker system requirements | earlier releases

This article lists the system requirements for the earlier versions of FrameMaker.

For the system requirements of the latest versions of FrameMaker, visit this page.

FrameMaker (2019 release)

  • 64-bit or 32-bit Intel® Pentium® Core i3 or faster processor
  • Microsoft® Windows® 10, 8.1, or 7
  • 2 GB of RAM (4 GB or more recommended)
  • 3 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on a volume that uses a case-sensitive file system or on removable flash storage devices)
  • JRE 8
  • Maximum supported screen resolution – 4K (3480 x 2160, 8.3 megapixels, aspect ratio 16:9)

This software will not operate without activation. Internet connection and registration are required for software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to Online Services.

Phone activation is not available.

Note:

This product may integrate with or allow or facilitate access to certain online services provided or hosted by Adobe (“Adobe Online Service”) or Third-Party Providers (“Third Party Online Services”). Adobe Online Service and Third Party Online Services are collectively referred to as Online Service. Online Services are available only to users age 13 years and older. Adobe Online Service require agreement to additional terms of use, Adobe.com Terms of Use (http://www.adobe.com/go/terms)  and Adobe’s online privacy policy (www.adobe.com/go/terms) and Third Party Online Services are governed by terms, conditions, disclaimers, and notices found on website of such Third-Party Providers or otherwise associated with such Third Party Online Services. Online Services are not available in all countries or languages, may require user registration, and may be discontinued or modified in whole or in part without notice. Additional fees or subscription charges may apply.

Supported software

  • Microsoft® Word 2016, 2013, or 2010
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro DC (2017 release) or XI
  • Adobe Captivate 2019 or 2017
  • OpenText EMC Documentum 7.2
  • Microsoft® SharePoint 2016/Online, 2013 or 2010
  • Adobe Experience Manager 6.5, 6.4, 6.3 and 6.2
  • Adobe Experience Manager Guides
  • DitaExchange
  • DITA-OT 3.0 or 2.3
  • Adobe RoboHelp Server 10

Supported browsers for published output

  • Google Chrome 65.0 or later
  • Mozilla Firefox 59.0 or later
  • Microsoft Edge 40.0 or later
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 11*
* Only basic certification for Microsoft Internet Explorer 11 is available. It is recommended to upgrade to Microsoft Edge 40.0 or higher for better experience with published output.

Language versions  

This product is available in the following languages:

  • Deutsch
  • English
  • Français
  • 日本語

FrameMaker (2017 release)

  • Intel® Pentium® 4 or faster processor
  • Microsoft® Windows® 10, 8.1, or 7; Internet Explorer 11 or higher
  • 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended)
  • 3 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on a volume that uses a case-sensitive file system or on removable flash storage devices)
  • JRE 8
  • DVD-ROM drive
  • Maximum supported screen resolution – 4K (3480 x 2160, 8.3 megapixels, aspect ratio 16:9)

This software does not operate without activation. A broadband Internet connection and registration are required for software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to Online Services.
Phone activation is not available.

Note:

This product may integrate with or allow or facilitate access to certain online services provided or hosted by Adobe (“Adobe Online Service”) or Third-Party Providers (“Third Party Online Services”). Adobe Online Service and Third Party Online Services are collectively referred to as Online Service. Online Services are available only to users age 13 years and older. Adobe Online Service require agreement to additional terms of use, Adobe.com Terms of Use (http://www.adobe.com/go/terms)  and Adobe’s online privacy policy (www.adobe.com/go/terms) and Third Party Online Services are governed by terms, conditions, disclaimers, and notices found on website of such Third-Party Providers or otherwise associated with such Third Party Online Services. Online Services are not available in all countries or languages, may require user registration, and may be discontinued or modified in whole or in part without notice. Additional fees or subscription charges may apply.

Supported software

  • Microsoft® Office 365 (only documents downloaded from Office 365) or Microsoft® Word 2013, 2010
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro DC (2015 release) or XI
  • Adobe Captivate 9 or 8
  • EMC Documentum 7.2 or 6.7
  • Microsoft® SharePoint 2013 or 2010
  • Adobe Experience Manager (previously Adobe CQ) 6.2 and 6.1
  • Adobe Experience Manager Guides
  • DitaExchange
  • DITA-OT 2.3
  • Adobe RoboHelp Server 10

Language versions  

This product is available in the following languages:

  • Deutsch
  • English
  • Français
  • 日本語

FrameMaker (2015 release)

  • Intel® Pentium 4 or faster processor
  • Microsoft® Windows 10, 8.1, or 7
  • 1 GB of RAM (2 GB recommended)
  • 3 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation (cannot install on a volume that uses a case-sensitive file system or on removable flash storage devices)
  • JRE 7
  • DVD-ROM drive
  • 1024 x 768 screen resolution (1280 x 800 recommended) with 16-bit video card

This software does not operate without activation. A broadband Internet connection and registration are required for software activation, validation of subscriptions, and access to Online Services.
Phone activation is not available.

Note:

This product may integrate with or allow or facilitate access to certain online services provided or hosted by Adobe (“Adobe Online Service”) or Third-Party Providers (“Third Party Online Services”). Adobe Online Service and Third Party Online Services are collectively referred to as Online Service. Online Services are available only to users age 13 years and older. Adobe Online Service require agreement to additional terms of use, Adobe.com Terms of Use (http://www.adobe.com/go/terms)  and Adobe’s online privacy policy (www.adobe.com/go/terms) and Third Party Online Services are governed by terms, conditions, disclaimers, and notices found on website of such Third-Party Providers or otherwise associated with such Third Party Online Services. Online Services are not available in all countries or languages, may require user registration, and may be discontinued or modified in whole or in part without notice. Additional fees or subscription charges may apply.

Supported software

  • Microsoft® Office 365 (only document downloaded from Office 365) or Microsoft® Word 2013, 2010 
  • Adobe Acrobat Pro DC (2015 release) or XI  
  • Adobe Captivate 8 or 7
  • EMC Documentum 6.7
  • Microsoft® SharePoint 2013 or 2010
  • Adobe Experience Manager (previously Adobe CQ) 6.1 or 5.5
  • DitaExchange
  • DITA-OT 2.1
  • Adobe RoboHelp Server 10

Language versions  

This product is available in the following languages:

  • Deutsch
  • English
  • Français
  • 日本語

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