This help desk article outlines the system requirements and performance expectations for running the Hive agent on your devices. The Hive agent is designed to be lightweight and can be embedded directly into cameras, with resource usage varying based on device settings. Below are the recommended specifications for optimal performance under specific conditions.
Settings
The specifications recommended are designed for good performance under the following conditions:
Cameras Connected: 2-4 cameras via RTSP or NDI
Video Configuration:
Resolution: 1920x1080
Bitrate: 4096 - 8192 Kbps
Frame Rate: 30 FPS
Key Frame Interval: 1
Bit Rate Control: CBR
Features: Using Auto Tracking on a single camera, up to 4 NDI outputs
Windows Specifications
Requirement | Specification |
Operating System | Windows 11 (version 22H2 or higher) |
Processor | Intel Core i7-10700 (2.9 GHz), AMD Ryzen 7 3700X (equivalent) or higher |
RAM | 8 GB (16 GB recommended) |
GPU | Dedicated GPU Nvidia GTX 1650, AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (equivalent) or higher |
Disk Space | Approximately 1 gB on the system drive for basic installation |
Recommended Bandwidth | 100Mbps/100Mbps (Upload speed is crucial for Cloud mode) |
Mac Specifications
Requirement | Specification |
Operating System | macOS 11 Big Sur or higher |
Processor | Apple Silicon (M1 Pro) |
RAM | 8 GB (16 GB recommended) |
Disk Space | Approximately 1 gB on the system drive for basic installation |
Recommended Bandwidth | 100Mbps/100Mbps (Upload speed is crucial for Cloud mode) |