Protect User Files And System Software; Protect Software Integrity - Keithley 4200A-SCS Reference Manual

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Section 11: System administration

Protect user files and system software

This section describes recommendations for software and data preservation. The recommendations

apply to any 4200A-SCS that meets the following criteria:

Was produced during or after 2016.

Runs Windows Embedded Standard 7 with Service Pack 1.

Runs Clarius

The 4200A-SCS has been designed and tested for maximum system stability, reliability, and

performance in the factory-standard configuration. To protect the system software, observe the

following tips:

Do not defragment the solid state drive (SSD) that is pre-installed on the 4200A-SCS.

Defragmenting a SSD quickly reduces the life of the drive.

Refer to the

Protect the system from viruses, which can reach the system through a facility network or a

contaminated USB flash drive. The 4200A-SCS does not contain pre-installed protection against

viruses, spyware, or malware. You are responsible for installing software protection packages.

Do not attempt to format the system hard drive or reinstall the operating system. Attempting to do

so will make the system inoperative and require factory repair.

Do not reinstall or upgrade the Microsoft Windows operating system (OS) on any 4200A-SCS. This

action should only be done at an authorized Keithley service facility. Violation of this precaution will

void the 4200A-SCS. Any attempt to reinstall or upgrade the Microsoft Windows operating system

will require a return-to-factory repair and will be treated as an out-of-warranty service, including time

and material charges.

applications version 1.0 or later.

Embedded computer policy

software and installing third party software.

Model 4200A-SCS Parameter Analyzer Reference Manual

(on page 1-4) for information about upgrading Microsoft

4200A-901-01 Rev. C / February 2017