🚀 Deploying KYP.ai Connect App
A machine on which a KYP.ai Connect App (previously called KYP Agent) is to be installed needs to fulfil specific requirements for successful data gathering and communication with the server. This article highlights those requirements, which should be checked before installation.
⚠️ Minimum requirements are necessary to collect any data from end-user machines. It is recommended to meet the recommended requirements to ensure better performance and accuracy of data collection.
💡 If the server installation is on-premise: The server address will be delivered by your IT administrator.
💡 If the server is hosted by KYP on the cloud: The server address will be provided by a member of the KYP.ai team.
⚙️Configuration
KYP.ai software should be added as a trusted application in the antivirus, including all used directories. A list of all modules with paths can be found in the KYP.ai Connect App Overview.
➕ Additional Configuration Requirements:
KYP.ai Agent should be installed from an eligible user account.
Network access to the server on port 443 (https) is required.
💻 Software Requirements
Microsoft C++ Redistributable – Must be installed or updated (comes with the KYP installation package).
🖥️ Operating System:
Windows 10 64-bit (version 1809 or higher) or Windows 11 64-bit
For N versions of Windows, the Media Feature Pack must be installed (not included in the KYP installation package).
➡️ For more details, visit: Media Feature Pack for Windows 10/11 N
🌐 Browser Compatibility:
Preferred: Chrome
Also supported: Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Island.io
🛡️ AdBlock/Antivirus Exceptions:
For a full list of exteptions that have to be set up in order to ensure that KYP Connect App operates without any problems, please refer to the Antivirus exceptions article.
📬 Mailslot Interprocess Communication:
Must be enabled for internal communication.
📈 Performance Factors
Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
RAM | Max 1.2 GB DDRAM/vRAM available for KYP.ai Connect App; typically around 200–400 MB. |
CPU | Up to 5%; typically less than 2% (higher with image recognition enabled). |
Disk | 2 GB HDD required; preferred flash storage and 1 GB HDD for offline data collection for 1 day. |
Network Load | Minimum 10 Mbit link for intranet; recommended 100 Mbit permanent link. |
The KYP.ai Windows Connect App is designed to have minimal performance impact on the machine, ensuring a smooth user experience:
Typical CPU utilization: below 2%
Near real-time data push to the server
Ensures reliable data collection and error-free client operation
⚠️ Note:
If the Connect App is selected as the processing device for Screenshot OCR/Image Pattern, CPU usage may go up to 5%.
If selected for Anonymization processing, CPU usage may reach up to 7%.
These optimizations make the Connect App a vital component for maintaining system efficiency and performance stability during operation.