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Date: 2024-Dec.-18
Cantax T1Plus
System Requirements

To correctly execute the latest version of Cantax T1, your computer system must have the following:

Supported operating systems
  • Windows 10 (32-bit and 64-bit) Pro and Enterprise Editions*
  • Windows 11 (64-bit) Pro Edition*
  • Windows Server 2016
  • Windows Server 2019
  • Windows Server 2022
* For more information on the different Windows Editions, and their respective minimum requirements, consult the Microsoft Web site:
Note: RAM requirements are highly dependent on the operating system used. Please refer to the documentation provided with your operating system for minimum and recommended RAM requirements.
Important: We are strongly recommending that all customers enable the enhanced security measures available in Windows 10 or higher operating system, including SMB 3.0 encryption for data in transit. Since the configuration of SMB 3.0 is explicit, please consult this Microsoft article to proceed with its configuration.
Microsoft .Net Framework

Microsoft .Net Framework v.4.8.0 or higher is required.

Network File Systems
  • NTFS
  • FAT32
  • exFAT
PDF Printer

Cantax is compatible with the Amyuni PDF Document Converter 6.5.

Internet Connection
  • An Internet connection is required to use electronic services available with Cantax.
  • The TLS 1.2 protocol must be enabled in the Microsoft Edge browser settings.
Browser configuration required to use the Download CRA Tax Data service

If you can access the CRA’s Represent a Client service with your Web browser, your configuration should normally allow you to use the Download CRA Tax Data functionality.

The recommended configuration for Microsoft Edge is as follows:

  • the defined Internet security level is the default level;
  • the TLS 1.2 protocol is used;
  • the cookies are enabled; and
  • the JavaScript function is enabled.

If the above is not complied with, you might be unable to access the CRA log in services.
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