Qiagen PyroMark Q24 MDx, User Manual

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Operating Procedures
PyroMark Q24 MDx User Manual 01/2016 5-3
5.1.5 Extracting damaged runs
If runs are damaged (e.g., if the instrument was switched off
during a run), extract run files as follows:
1.
When the instrument is not processing, insert one of the
USB sticks supplied into the USB port at the front of the
instrument.
2. Using the

and

screen buttons, select
“Administration” in the main menu and press “OK”.
3. Select “Extract Damaged Runs” and press “OK”.
4. When the instrument confirms that the run files have
been saved to the USB stick, press “Close”.
5. Remove the USB stick.
5.1.6 Viewing acknowledgements, version, and
contact information
View acknowledgements, software and hardware versions, or
contact information as follows:
1.
Select “About” in the main menu using the

and

screen buttons and press “OK”.
2. Select the information you want to view and press “OK”.
5.1.7 Upgrading the instrument software
If you have received a software upgrade from QIAGEN,
upgrade the software as follows:
1.
Save the upgrade files on one of the USB sticks supplied.
The files should be saved in a folder named “Upgrade”
in the root directory of the USB stick.
2. When the instrument is not running, insert the USB stick
into the USB port at the front of the instrument. Do not
remove it until the upgrade is completed.
3. Using the

and

screen buttons, select
“Administration” in the main menu and click “OK”.
4. Select “Upgrade Software” and click “OK”.
5. Follow the instructions on the screen.