3.1.3 Host Computer Recommendations
The scanner is capable of producing large image files of high resolution; these can be up to
120 megabytes in size. To easily manipulate such large files, a powerful computer is
required. The host computer MUST meet or exceed the specifications as detailed below.
Table 3.1 Host computer specifications
It is recommended to have a storage device for large image files, such as a second hard
drive or CDRW connected to your CPU.
Please refer to your software manual for detailed host computer system and software
requirements. If the computer is not purchased from Bio-Rad, system compatibility is the
responsibility of the user. Please check with your local Bio-Rad office regarding compatibili-
ty for your specific brand of computer.
3.2 Setting Up Your PharosFX System
3.2.1 Shipping Check
Inspect all shipping containers to ensure that you have received all ordered items and that
no boxes are damaged. If items are either missing or damaged, report them to both the
shipping company and Bio-Rad Laboratories immediately.
The PharosFX system should arrive complete with the following items:
Remember to verify that any additional peripherals that you ordered with your PharosFX
system have been received.
3.2.2 Unpacking
For the first-time installation please call Bio-Rad Technical Support (1-800 424 6723) to
arrange a visit of a field service engineer.
Quantity
Item
1
PharosFX Scanner with pre-isntalled fluorescence and
phosphor screen filters (PharosFX Plus only) and blank
filter holders
1
Sample Tray with sample holders, and transilluminating
plate
1 USB2
cable
1 Power
Cord
1 Hardware
Instruction
Manual
1 Warranty
Card
1
Quantity One software (single user license)
Recommended PC
Recommended Mac
Processor
Pentium 333 MHz or better
Power PC G3 or better
RAM >256 MB
>256 MB
Hard Drive
>3 GB
>3 GB
Monitor
17” 1024X768 res (required)
(21” preferred)
17” 1024X768 res (required)
(21” preferred)
Communications
USB 2
USB 2
Operating System
Windows 2000 or XP
OS 10.2.8 or better
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