Applied Biosystems GeneAmp PCR System 9700, User Manual

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Instrument Setup 3-25
Copying Methods
How to Copy
Methods
You can copy methods from a Methods Transportability card to the instrument or from
the instrument to a Methods Transportability card (P/N 940-1064). Runs can be made
directly from methods on a Methods Transportability card.
To copy a method:
Step Action
1 Insert a Methods Transportability card that contains the updated firmware into the
slot at the rear of the right side of the instrument.
Note The label and arrow on the card face forward and toward the instrument.
2 Press the card firmly to ensure the card is seated in the slot.
IMPORTANT Do not remove the card or turn off the instrument until the upgrade is
completed.
3 From the
Utilities
screen, press
More
, and from this secondary utility screen, press
Copy . The Copy Method dialog box appears.
GR0877
Methods Transportability Card
Copy Method
ToInst - Copy a method to the instrument
- Copy a method to the PC card ToCard
F1 F3 F4 F5 F2
Cancel
ToCard ToInst