diff --git a/docs/docs/install/requirements.md b/docs/docs/install/requirements.md index 2e3fef07d6..ee5db45c9a 100644 --- a/docs/docs/install/requirements.md +++ b/docs/docs/install/requirements.md @@ -17,12 +17,17 @@ Hardware and software requirements for Immich: - Immich runs well in a virtualized environment when running in a full virtual machine. The use of Docker in LXC containers is [not recommended](https://pve.proxmox.com/wiki/Linux_Container), but may be possible for advanced users. If you have issues, we recommend that you switch to a supported VM deployment. -- **RAM**: Minimum 4GB, recommended 6GB. +- **RAM**: Minimum 6GB, recommended 8GB. - **CPU**: Minimum 2 cores, recommended 4 cores. - **Storage**: Recommended Unix-compatible filesystem (EXT4, ZFS, APFS, etc.) with support for user/group ownership and permissions. - The generation of thumbnails and transcoded video can increase the size of the photo library by 10-20% on average. -:::tip +:::note RAM requirements +For a smooth experience, especially during asset upload, Immich requires at least 6GB of RAM. +For systems with only 4GB of RAM, Immich can be run with machine learning features disabled. +::: + +:::tip Postgres setup Good performance and a stable connection to the Postgres database is critical to a smooth Immich experience. The Postgres database files are typically between 1-3 GB in size. For this reason, the Postgres database (`DB_DATA_LOCATION`) should ideally use local SSD storage, and never a network share of any kind.