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Software Update and Installation via Abbott Managed Server
or the AlinIQ SDi, and a Wireless Network Connection
Use this procedure to update the instrument software using a wireless connection to Abbott’s Managed
Server or the SDi.
Note:
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The healthcare organization network must allow instruments to connect to the Abbott Managed
Server or an SDi.
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This procedure may take between 15 minutes and 1 hour to complete. Therefore, it is recommended
this procedure be executed outside of the clinical work area.
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See the AlinIQ SDi User Guide for information on use of the SDi to facilitate software delivery to
instruments.
Prerequisites:
Equipment:
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i
‑
STAT Alinity instrument(s) with appropriate Network Configuration file installed
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Wireless network
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Internet access
Before attempting to update instrument software from the Abbott Managed Server or the SDi, ensure
the following:
1. The instrument is configured with a network configuration that allows wireless connection to the
internet.
See AlinIQ NCi - Network Connectivity for i
‑
STAT for instructions on configuring instrument for
network connection. The wireless connection must be enabled. If the healthcare organization
network requires use of a proxy to access the internet, the Proxy Server settings must also be
configured.
2. The instrument has a wireless connection to the healthcare organization network.
To verify:
A. Home screen shows symbol in the upper right-hand corner and the wireless signal
strength is 3 solid bars or greater.
B. From the Home screen, navigate to: More Options > Instrument Options > Network Settings >
Network Status
C. Locate the Wireless Connection Details section and verify the wireless network interface has an IP
address.
3. The instrument is running software version OSi05 or later.
To verify:
A. From the Home screen, navigate to: More Options > Instrument Status
B. Locate the Firmware item and verify the name of the firmware is OSi05 or later (i.e., OSi06, OSi07,
OSi08, etc.).
4. Network Services for software update enabled on instrument.
To verify:
A. From the Home screen, navigate to: More Options > Instrument Options > Network Settings >
Network Services
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