Windows

1. Click on this link connex.exe
2. Download the file and it should be in the Downloads folder
3. Move Connex to your Desktop
4. Open Connex
5. If you are asked to download Java click here
6. Enter your email and password provided with your membership or click here to start a free trial.
7. The PlantX application is now ready to use.
8. If you have any problems with this, please Call 888-5-PLANTX or email info@plantx.net us as soon as possible.

Mac/Linux

Note: we are unable to fully support Mac or Linux because not all features may not be accessible.

1. Click on this link connex.jar
2. Save the file and/or go to the downloads folder
3. Move connex.jar to your Desktop
4. Open connex.jar
5. If you are asked to download Java click here
6. Enter your email and password provided with your membership or click here to start a free trial.
7. The PlantX application is now ready to use.
8. If you have any problems with this, please Call 888-5-PLANTX or email info@plantx.net us as soon as possible.

Mobile Apps

1. Go to Chrome (for Android) or Safari (for iOS)
2. Use the following links to get to the apps you want to use:
• Field App
• Calendar App
• Counter App
• Caliper App
3. Follow the installation instructions or find them on the tutorials page.
4. The app(s) will now appear in your phone's menu.

Hardware

• Internet Connection All PlantX applications are Internet-hosted and require a connection to the Internet. Although the applications are designed to run over slower internet connections, but a Broadband Connection is recommended.
• Less than 1 GB Hard Disk Space Installing all applications requires only a small amount of storage. For performance, it is best to have some additional space.
• 8 GB RAM Memory This is considered a minimum for Windows and other operating systems. This is the total amount of memory required, not in addition to what you already have. Since Java tends use a lot of memory, it is recommend that you have a minimum of 8GB of RAM or more.
• HD 720 (1200x720) Monitor Typical minimum resolution used by most monitors. Of course, FHD 1920x1080 would be better, and is much more likely to be used on 21" or larger displays.

Software

• Windows 10, Windows 11 or Linux 2.6.8 or newer
• Java 17 or newer
• Adobe Reader or other PDF viewer

Recommendations

• Broadband Connection Anything is better than a modem!
  • Fiber Optic - If you can get it, don't pass it up!
  • DSL, cable modem or T1 line will work great.
  • Wireless connections work well so long as the interference level is low.
  • No wifi? A hotspot on your phone's network will do.
  • No broadband? A 5G internet device should work.
  • Satellite is feasible but not recommended. The extraterrestrial round trip adds 2 seconds to every transaction, and that added delay can be taxing on your patience.
• Digital Camera If you sign up for the web hosting services, you will probably want to post pictures of your plants to your website. A phone is also a good option.
• 16GB RAM Memory More memory is always better. Windows 10 and 11 use more memory than ever, and Java also has a tendency to consume vast amounts.
• Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox We recommend you install and use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. This is by no means a requirement since Microsoft Edge or Safari will work.
• Mozilla Thunderbird Thunderbird is an email program. You are more than welcome to use others such as Microsoft Outlook, but Thunderbird seems to perform the best.