Core Modules
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4.
PC Requirements
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An AT-compatible PC. CPU and RAM specification according to the system configuration,
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The PC should have at least four built-in USB ports; the use of a USB hub in an exceptional
case is possible.
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The control interfaces require free PCI slots according to the system configuration, please
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Ensure that the PC fulfils the min. requirements for the selected operating system.
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The PC should be used for programs involving the system only as resources should be
available for error-free data acquisition.
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System software operates with Windows7/Windows10.
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Solid-state drives (SSDs) should be used as the data disk drive, please contact
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If the PC is connected to a computer network, this connection should be disabled before
working with the system. Please contact your system administrator. If a network connection is
absolutely essential, please contact
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Systems operated with Windows10: Generally, it is not recommended to connect the PC to
the Internet. If an Internet connection is absolutely essential, please contact
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Remove any programs that are resident in the PC memory. If you use antivirus software,
observe instructions in Section 4.1.
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In the BIOS settings of the PC, all options that allow PC to step down CPU clock to save
energy should be disabled.
If a dialog with the message "Error within Query Performance* functions, please restart /
switch off PC! If this returns: disable EIST/CIE processor feature in BIOS" pops up, check
BIOS settings of the PC.
NOTICE
- Instrument damage!
Improper BIOS settings can damage PC. In the BIOS settings, all options that allow PC to step
down CPU clock to save energy should be disabled.
Without prior consulting your system administrator AND
, do NOT alter BIOS settings of
PC.
4.1. Malware Scanner
If a malware scanner is used, ensure that the software is configured so that the PC isn´t scanned
while a measurement is made.
NOTICE
- Program crash!
If a malware scan takes place during a measurement, a program crash could result.
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Do
NOT allow malware scanner to run while the system software is running.
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Running of malware scanner software is permitted immediately after the initialization of MS
Windows only.
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Running of malware scanner software is permitted only when peripheral devices (e.g. USB
memory stick, external hard disk drive) are connected to the system.
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Malware scanner software updates are permitted immediately after the start of the PC only.
