Polycom CX5100 Administrator's Manual page 10

Polycom CX5100 Unified Conference Station for Microsoft Skype for Business - Administrator Guide
Minimum Computer Hardware and Software Requirements (Continued)
Category
Desktop Client
Processor
RAM
Hard drive space
Video card
Monitor
USB Connector
Note: If you use a third-party USB extension cable to increase the distance between the CX5100
unified conference station and the PC, be aware that most extension cables limit the data rate or
provide only USB 2.0 performance, even when plugged into a USB 3.0 port.
When you connect the CX5100 to your computer using a USB 2.0 port, a warning message stating
that your system can run faster displays.
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Requirements
Microsoft Skype for Business 2016
Microsoft Skye for Business for Mac, version 16.x.x
Microsoft Skype for Business 2015
Microsoft Lync 2013 or Skype for Business 2013 (recommended)
Microsoft Lync 2010
Microsoft Lync for Mac 14.3.3 (160216), with native Safari web access
Basic Video Transmit – 2.0 GHz or higher
HD Transmit – Quad cores, 2.0 GHz or higher
For the Skype for Business 2015 client, you can find detailed system requirements on the
Skype for Business Server 2015
For the Skype for Business 2013 client, you can find detailed system requirements on the
Skype for Business Server
2 GB
1.5 GB
Minimum 128 MB RAM with support for full hardware acceleration
Minimum 1024 x 768
A USB 3.0 port is required for 1080p calling. Connecting the unified conference station to
a USB 2.0 or USB 1.0 port can result in reduced performance.
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