Simul8 system requirements

Here's an overview of the computer specification requirements, versions, and languages available for Minitab Simul8®. If you have any installation questions, reach out to our friendly support team.

Last updated: February 4th 2025

System requirements for installing Simul8 for desktop

These are the basic requirements for installing the desktop edition of Simul8 on a PC. If your device does not meet these requirements, you may not have the great experience intended.

  • Operating System: Simul8 2025 and all plug-in software is compatible with Windows 11.
  • RAM: 4 GB of memory or more recommended
  • Processor: 64-bit, x86 processor required (ARM processors are not supported)
  • Connectivity: Internet connection required for installation/activation of product and accessing Help content
  • Browser: Chrome or Chromium Edge is recommended. A web browser is required for Simul8 Help.

Additional required software will be installed with the application: Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables for Visual Studio 2022.

Multi-User License Manager requirements

Multi-User desktop license installations also require the Minitab License Manager (verify you have the latest version of the License Manager), which has the following recommended system requirements:

  • Operating System: Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022, or Windows 11. It is best practice to run license servers on a server-based OS.  
  • Connectivity: At least one enabled network interface card

Accessing Simul8 on the web

  • Connectivity: An internet connection is required
  • Supported Browsers: Chrome, Chromium Edge, or Safari

Can I install Simul8 on a Mac?

Mac users can use Simul8 for the web to build, run and share simulations in a browser. Depending on your OS version and hardware you can also use virtualization software, like VMware Fusion or Parallels, to run Simul8 for desktop on Mac.