System requirements
Check the PC environment and accounts needed for TurtleCenter.
You need a Windows PC with administrator access, internet connectivity, and accounts for the AI team members you will use. The center runs on your computer, so your PC is the team's working environment. Requirements not yet finalized will be added when confirmed.
Operating system and hardware
| Item | Requirement | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows TODO Version to be confirmed | The center and connection services are registered as Windows services. |
| Memory | TODO | Several agent windows run together. More agents need more headroom. |
| Free disk space | At least 5 GB | Minimum recommendation for the application, runtime, records, and automatic backups. |
| Internet connection | Required | Used to download prerequisites, authorize the center, and use AI services. |
| Account permissions | Administrator account | Required to install applications and Windows services. |
| Display | A resolution comfortable for multiple windows | A larger display helps as the team grows. To be confirmed Recommended resolution |
macOS is not currently supported. Any support plans will be announced here.
.NET 9
You do not need to install .NET 9 separately. The installer checks for it and installs it automatically if needed.
Accounts you need
| Account | When needed | Details |
|---|---|---|
| User registration with an email ID | Always | Used for your installation token and license. Register |
| Accounts for your AI agents | Always | Architecture and coordination use Claude or ChatGPT web services; builders use Codex. Codex signs in with a ChatGPT account. |
| ngrok account | For external AI connections | Requires sign-up, installation, and authentication token registration. Prepare ngrok |
Reference setup for TurtleCenter connections
This guide assumes ChatGPT Pro and a paid Claude planare available. Other plans may support some features, but TurtleCenter was checked against those plans. Provider support and limits may change.
Install the ChatGPT desktop app (formerly Codex) from Microsoft Store, launch it, and sign in separately with your ChatGPT account. Before you installfor installation and sign-in checks. Official plan support references are linked from that preparation page.
AI service fees are separate. The $60 monthly fee per center covers TurtleCenter. Pay each AI provider separately for the services you use as team members.
Pre-installation checklist
- I am using Windows with an administrator account.
- At least 5 GB of disk space is available.
- The PC is online.
- I can register using my email ID.
- I have checked the AI accounts required by the reference setup.
- I have launched the ChatGPT desktop app (formerly Codex) and checked ChatGPT account sign-in in the app.
- I have installed ngrok and prepared authentication.
Next
When ready, Downloadand Installation guideto proceed. For security details, see Security and how it works.