Preparing for Use
R&S
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The following program packages have been tested:
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Symantec Endpoint Security – virus-protection software
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FileShredder - for reliable deletion of files on the hard disk
4.2.1
Virus Protection
Take appropriate steps to protect your instruments from infection. Use strong firewall
settings and scan any removable storage device used with a Rohde
&
Schwarz instru-
ment regularly. It is also recommended that you install anti-virus software on the instru-
ment. Rohde
&
Schwarz does NOT recommend running anti-virus software in the
background ("on-access" mode) on Windows-based instruments, due to potentially
degrading instrument performance. However, Rohde
&
Schwarz does recommend run-
ning it during non-critical hours.
For details and recommendations, see the following Rohde
&
Schwarz white paper:
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1EF96: Malware Protection Windows 10
4.2.2
Service Packs and Updates
Microsoft regularly creates security updates and other patches to protect Windows-
based operating systems. These are released through the Microsoft Update website
and associated update server. Instruments using Windows, especially those that con-
nect to a network, should be updated regularly.
For details and recommendations, see the following Rohde
&
Schwarz white paper:
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1EF96: Malware Protection Windows 10
4.2.3
Login
Microsoft Windows requires that users identify themselves by entering a user name
and password in a login window. By default, the R&S
ESW provides two user
accounts:
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"Instrument"
: an administrator account with unrestricted access to the computer/
domain
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"NormalUser"
: a standard user account with limited access
Some administrative tasks require administrator rights (e.g. the configuration of a LAN
network). Refer to the description of the basic instrument setup ([SETUP] menu) to find
out which functions are affected.
Windows Operating System
