Below are the requirements needed to install and run GeneXus Next Desktop in a deployment mode that provides a native frontend application on your OS (Mac ARM, Mac Intel, or Windows), along with the backend and the necessary services to enable interaction between them.
- Software and hardware requirements:
- Operating system: Windows or macOS
- PowerShell (only required on Windows OS to execute scripts)
- Install Rancher Desktop or Docker Desktop
Notes:
- You can use Rancher Desktop for free, while Docker Desktop has a subscription or a free plan. Be sure to read the Docker Desktop license agreement to find out in which cases you can use it for free and when a paid subscription is required.
- Only one should be installed. If possible, use Docker Desktop; otherwise, use Rancher Desktop.
- Configure Rancher or Docker to support containers with 6GB of RAM or more. Further details in How to set container memory in Rancher Desktop.
- Download the GeneXus Next Desktop setup for your operating system:
- Run the setup to install the native frontend application on your system, as well as the backend and the required services to enable interaction between them.
- If you're using Rancher Desktop, make sure it is running before starting the GeneXus Next Desktop native application.
- If you're using Docker Desktop, run the GeneXus Next Desktop native application. The first time it runs, it will automatically start the containers (and download them if they're not already available).
Note: You don't need to request a license to run GeneXus Next Desktop or remove licenses from previous GeneXus versions. A
GeneXus Account is required to sign in. If you have access issues, see
Troubleshooting access issues.
GeneXus Next Desktop Architecture when executed as a native application
GeneXus Next Desktop - Troubleshooting for installation and execution