Introduction
The Classic client runs business logic locally, and displays data in forms, such as card forms or list forms. You design forms in a visual design environment with precise layout information. You can migrate users and applications from the Classic client to the RoleTailored client over time. Microsoft Dynamics NAV 2009 is designed to accommodate both types of clients in parallel. The Classic client is installed when you select either the Clients Installation Option or the Developer Environment Installation Option in Microsoft Dynamics NAV Setup.
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Requirements
Meeting the Classic Client software and hardware requirements is an important step in the provision of the client to end-users or for the needs of a developer.
Software
Microsoft Dynamics NAV Clients must be installed on one of the following operating systems: Windows XP Professional SP3 or later (X86 or running 32 bit on X64) Windows Server 2003 SP2 or later (X86 or running 32 bit on X64) Windows Server 2003 R2 SP2 or later (X86 or running 32 bit on X64) Windows Vista (Business, Enterprise, or Ultimate) SP1 or later (X86 or running 32 bit on X64) Windows Server 2008 (X86 or running 32 bit on X64)
If you run Microsoft Dynamics NAV Developer Environment option on a network, you need the following network requirements WinSockets-compatible TCP/IP if you are using the tcp protocol with the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Server. NetBIOS-compatible LAN if you are using the netb protocol with the Microsoft Dynamics NAV Server. LAN network connection should be 100 Mbit/sec or better.
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This option installs all three tiers in the three-tiered architecture along with the Software Development Kit.
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Summary
The Classic Client is used in the three-tier architecture as the means to customize Microsoft Dynamics NAV. It is also used to upload a license to the server. The Classic Client can be installed by using customized installation option or by selecting the Developer Environment option.
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