Applies to: Connected 12.x | Platform: macOS / Windows / Connected on Demand | Last Updated: September 14, 2026
Connected 12.0 is the only version of Connected that is compatible with macOS Tahoe and/or Golden Gate, and it runs natively on Apple Silicon (M4, M5, and later). Connected 12.0 supports macOS 26/27 Tahoe/Golden Gate, macOS Sequoia, and Windows 11.
WARNING: If you plan to update your Mac to macOS Tahoe or macOS Golden Gate, Connected 12.0 is required. Earlier versions of Connected are not compatible with macOS Tahoe or macOS Golden Gate and will experience issues.
Requirements below apply to Connected 12.x across the Connected on Demand (hosted), Desktop/Client, and Server configurations.
Connected on Demand SaaS (Hosted Cloud)
No desktop or server software is required to run Connected on Demand — only a supported operating system and a web browser.
macOS: 10.15 (Catalina) or greater | PC: Windows 10 or Windows 11 | Local software: None required
WARNING: Windows 10 support ended on October 14, 2025. If Windows 10 is still being used, plan an upgrade to Windows 11 as soon as possible.
Connected Desktop/Client Software
macOS Desktop
System requirements: macOS 13 (Ventura) or greater, Intel or Apple M-series chip, 8 GB RAM, 350 MB free disk space, and 1600 x 900 resolution or greater.
WARNING: macOS Time Machine is not recommended while Connected is running. Running a Time Machine backup during active use can interfere with the data files.
PC – Windows 11 Desktop
System requirements: Windows 11 Professional, Intel i5 or greater processor, 8 GB RAM, 350 MB free disk space, and 1600 x 900 resolution or greater.
NOTE: Write caching should be turned off on every Windows workstation.
Server & Network Configurations
Whether a dedicated server is required depends on how many users need concurrent access to the same Connected data file.
macOS Clients with macOS Server
| User count | Server requirement |
|---|---|
| 1 user | macOS 13 or greater — no dedicated ODB server needed |
| 2+ users | Dedicated macOS 13+ server running Connected ODB Server v1.78 |
PC Clients with Windows Server
| User count | Server requirement |
|---|---|
| 2–4 users | Dedicated Windows 11 computer acting as the server |
| 5+ users | Windows Server 2019/2022/2025 (64-bit) running Connected ODB Server v1.78 |
NOTE: Write caching should be turned off on every Windows workstation.
Mixed macOS and PC Clients
Mixed environments — macOS and PC clients connecting to the same data file — are supported with either a macOS or a Windows server, following the applicable configuration above. Connected ODB Server v1.78 is required whenever 2 or more users need concurrent access, regardless of which platforms are mixed.
macOS Compatible Third Party Applications – Connected 12.x
Email: Outlook 2021/2024, Microsoft 365, Apple Mail | Spreadsheet: Excel 2021/2024, Microsoft 365 | PDF: Built-in
PC Compatible Third Party Applications – Connected 12.x
Email: Outlook 2019/2021/2024, Microsoft 365 (32-bit or 64-bit) | Spreadsheet: Excel 2019/2021/2024, Microsoft 365 (32-bit or 64-bit) | PDF: Built-in | Dashboard/Analytics: Microsoft Power BI (requires 64-bit ODBC driver)
