Software Installation - Labcyte Echo 520 User Manual

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Software installation

Labcyte installs the Echo software onto the client PC that is connected to
the Echo liquid handler. If you need to install the software onto additional
computers, such as network PCs, use the instructions provided in this
section.
See "Multi-client considerations" on page 1-23
disadvantages of connecting more than one workstation.
During installation the Echo software will provide the following
installation types:
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1 Ethernet cable that switches, or crosses over, receive and transmit wire pairs that enable
two devices to communicate with each other.
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Note: If you are connecting the Echo liquid handler to a LAN via a
hub, switch, or router, use a standard ethernet cable. If you are
connecting the Echo liquid handler directly to a workstation, use the
included "cross-over" Ethernet cable.
Client (Only): Installs the Echo software onto the client PC that is
connected to the Echo liquid handler (normal mode). The software
allows the operator to communicate with, control, and monitor an
Echo liquid handler through easy-to-use software screens (Graphical
User Interface). This option requires a host name or IP address of the
Echo server.
Client and Server:
Normal Mode installs the Echo client software onto the client PC
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and the Echo server software onto the Echo controller. This
software is installed by Labcyte field engineers.
Stub Mode creates a virtual Echo instrument onto the client PC
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that developers can use to develop and test custom software.
Note: Use this installation type only if you are writing your own
programs that will call the Echo ActiveX programming interface. Call
Labcyte Service and Support if you have any questions regarding this
installation type.
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