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Platform System Requirements
FOREXTrader
FOREXTrader.web
Browser:
Internet Explorer v6.0
Internet Explorer v5.x or higher
PC Setup:
  1. Processing speed of 1Ghz or higher

  2. Monitor resolution set at 1024x768 or higher

  3. Windows 2000/XP
    256MB of RAM
  1. Processing speed of 500Mhz or higher

  2. Monitor resolution set at 1024x768 or higher

  3. Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP 128MB of RAM or, Windows 98SE/ME; 256MB of RAM
Internet Connection:
56Kbps or higher
56Kbps or higher
*AOL users: AOL users can connect to the Internet with AOL, but must use Internet Explorer v5.0 or higher to access GAIN's trading system.

FOREXTrader Installation Instructions
FOREXTrader is a Java-based applet that utilizes Sun's Java Runtime Environment (JRE). First time users of GAIN's dealing software must install the JRE before attempting to login to the system.

Step 1:
Click on the install link below.

Average download times for various internet connection speeds are listed below for your reference.

Step 2:
Your web browser will automatically start the JRE download. Follow the online instructions - selecting 'Open' - and then selecting 'Next' until the process is finished.

For step-by-step installation directions, use this guide.

Step 3:
Once you have successfully installed the JRE, go to http://www.gaincapital.com, click on the Login button in the upper right hand corner and select your account type and language. The GAIN dealing applet will load when you click 'Submit'.

Please have your User ID and password (emailed to you separately) ready; they are required to login to the system.

Click on the link below to begin download and installation:
Install the Java Runtime Environment

Internet Connection Speed Average download time *
Broadband (T1, DSL, cable modem, etc.) < 1 min.
128K ISDN 8 min.
56K 15 min.
28.8K 30 min.

*These times are approximate. Individual installation times may vary
due to line conditions and local usage factors.


Installation Help
Review these documents if you require additional information or assistance.

User Guide - Printer friendly version of GAIN's User Guide. Requires Acrobat Reader

Uninstall guide (IE only)

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