Aperio GT 450 IT Manager and Lab Administrator Guide, Revision E © Leica Biosystems Imaging, Inc. 2022
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This chapter introduces the Aperio Scanner Administration Manager (SAM) for use with one or more Aperio GT 450
Scanners.
The Aperio GT 450 is a high performance, brightfield whole slide scanner that includes continuous loading with 450 slide-
capacity across 15 racks, priority rack scanning, automated image quality check and a scan speed of ~32 seconds at 40x
scanning magnification for a 15 mm x 15 mm area. The Aperio GT 450 scanner was designed to fit into your network
environment and offer the best in security and performance.
This system is intended for use by trained histotechnicians, IT professionals, and pathologists. Ensure you follow appropriate
good laboratory practices and the policies and procedures required by your institution for slide preparation, processing,
storage, and disposal. Use this equipment only for this purpose and in the manner described in the
Aperio GT 450 User’s
Guide
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Component
Description
Scanner Administration Manager (SAM) Server
The SAM server connects to multiple Aperio GT 450 scanners and runs the
SAM Client Application Software.
SAM Client Application Software
The Scanner Administration Manager (SAM) client application software
enables IT implementation, PIN configuration, and service access of multiple
scanners from a single desktop client location for IT professionals.
Aperio Viewing Station
The viewing station includes monitor(s) and a workstation with Aperio
ImageScope version 12.4 or higher.
The Aperio GT 450 system includes the Aperio Scanner Administration Manager (SAM) that enables IT implementation
and service access of up to 4 scanners from a single desktop client location. SAM facilitates setup, configuration, and
monitoring of each scanner. SAM is installed on a server that resides on the same network as the scanner(s) as well as
other components for image management.
Features of SAM include:
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Web-based user interface, compatible with most current browsers to allow access throughout your facility
network.
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Role-based user access. An operator role allows users to view configuration settings, while an administrative role
allows the user to change the settings.
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Scanner-specific configuration settings for user-access PINs and timeouts. Access to each scanner on the system
can be configured with separate access PINs.
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Introduction
