Refinitiv Eikon 2023.5.0

Refinitiv Eikon Technical Documentation

System Requirements

Operating System

• Refinitiv Eikon can run on the following operating systems:

• Windows 10 (64-bit) - version 1909 or later
• macOS High Sierra (or later)
• Linux (Ubuntu 18.04 or later)

Hardware Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core i7-9700K (or equivalent)
• RAM: 16 GB DDR4 RAM (32 GB or more recommended)
• Storage: 512 GB SSD (1 TB or more recommended)
• Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti (or equivalent)
• Network Connectivity: 1 GbE (10/100 Ethernet) or 5 GbE (1000base-T)
• Audio and Video Output: HDMI 2.0

Browser Compatibility

Refinitiv Eikon can be accessed through the following web browsers:

• Google Chrome (version 73 or later)
• Mozilla Firefox (version 66 or later)
• Microsoft Edge (version 18 or later)

Installation Guide

1. Download and Install Refinitiv Eikon
   • Go to the Refinitiv Eikon download page and select the correct installation package for your operating system.
   • Run the installer and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
2. Configure Installation Settings
   • During the installation process, you will be prompted to choose a language, timezone, and other settings.
   • Make sure to set the timezone to UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) or the user's local timezone.
3. Create Admin Account
   • After installation, create an admin account by following the prompts on the login screen.
   • The admin account will be used to manage users, configure settings, and access advanced features.

Common Installation Issues and Solutions

• Failed to Install: Check that the installation package is compatible with your operating system. Try reinstalling with a different package or checking for any conflicts with existing software.
• Login Issues: Ensure that you are using the correct admin account credentials. If issues persist, reset the password by following the prompts on the login screen.

Technical Architecture

Refinitiv Eikon uses a modular architecture to provide fast and efficient access to global market data and analytics.

Core Technologies

• Framework: React Native (with Node.js and Express.js)
• Languages: JavaScript (ECMAScript 2020), TypeScript
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB
• APIs: RESTful API with JSON Web Tokens (JWT) authentication

Software Architecture

Refinitiv Eikon is built using a microservices architecture, where each module is responsible for a specific functionality. The main components of the software are:

• Data Feed: Responsible for retrieving and processing market data from various sources.
• Analytics Engine: Analyzes market data to generate insights and recommendations.
• User Interface: Provides an interactive interface for users to access data and analytics.

Performance Considerations

Refinitiv Eikon is designed to provide fast and responsive performance. The software uses the following techniques to achieve this:

• Caching: Caches frequently accessed data to reduce query times.
• Batch Processing: Processes large datasets in batches to improve performance.
• Load Balancing: Distributes incoming requests across multiple instances of the software to ensure high availability.

Note: Refinitiv Eikon is designed to provide fast and responsive performance. However, the performance may vary depending on the number of users, data volume, and network connectivity.

Dependencies

Refinitiv Eikon requires the following dependencies:

• Node.js (version 14 or later)
• PostgreSQL (version 12 or later)
• MongoDB (version 4.2 or later)
• React Native (with npm version 8 or later)

Prerequisite Software

Refinitiv Eikon requires the following prerequisite software to be installed:

• A supported operating system
• A compatible web browser
• Node.js and npm

Compatibility Concerns

Refinitiv Eikon is compatible with the specified dependencies. However, compatibility may vary depending on the version of each dependency.

Warning: Refinitiv Eikon may not work correctly if you are using outdated or incompatible versions of dependencies. Always use the latest versions to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.