Contents Preface......................vi Declaration of Conformity ..................vi CE ........................vi FCC........................vi IEC 60601-1/EN60601-1/EN60601-1-2 ............vii RoHS ......................vii SVHC / REACH ................... viii Intended Use ...................... viii Symbol Descriptions ................... viii Important Safety Instructions ................viii General Cleaning Tips ...................x Cleaning Tools ....................xi Recommended Cleaning Procedures ............
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Contents 3.2.2 Gesture Settings ..................26 3.3 Using the Touch Screen .................28 3.3.1 Text Input .....................29 3.4 Function Keys ....................31 3.4.1 Using Function Keys ................31 3.4.2 Customizing Function Keys ..............32 3.5 Using the Wi-Fi Feature .................34 3.6 Using the Bluetooth Feature ................36 3.6.1 Pairing/Connecting with Other Bluetooth Devices .......36 3.6.2 Bluetooth Device Name ...............38 3.6.3 Hiding/Exposing the Computer ............38...
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Preface Appendix .....................71 A. Maintaining the the Battery Pack (CTOS) ............72 - v -...
Preface Preface Declaration of Conformity The CE symbol on your product indicates that it is in compliance with the directives of the Union European (EU). A Certificate of Compliance is available by contacting Technical Support. This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring.
(PBDE) in electrical and electronic products. Member states of the EU are to enforce by 7/1/2006. ARBOR Technology Corp. hereby states that the listed products do not contain unintentional additions of lead, mercury, hex chrome, PBB or PBDB that exceed a maximum concentration value of 0.1% by weight or for cadmium...
Preface SVHC / REACH To minimize the environmental impact and take more responsibility to the earth we live, ARBOR hereby confirms all products comply with the restriction of SVHC (Substances of Very High Concern) in (EC) 1907/2006 (REACH --Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulated by the European Union.
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Preface 4. To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with protective earth. 5. For pluggable equipment, the socket outlet should be near the equipment and should be easily accessible. 6. Keep this equipment away from humidity. 7.
Preface 21. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW -20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). THIS MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. 22. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel: a.
Preface 3. Be cautious of the tiny removable components when you use a vacuum cleaner to absorb the dirt on the floor. 4. Never drop the components inside the device or get circuit board damp or wet. 5. Be cautious of all kinds of cleaning solvents or chemicals when you use it for the sake of cleaning.
Preface Recommended Cleaning Procedures 1. Close all application programs 2. Close operating software 3. Turn off the equipment 4. Remove all peripherals 5. Disconnect the power cable 6. Proceed to clean. Disposing of the Equipment • Within the European Union EU-wide legislation, as implemented in each Member State, requires that waste electrical and electronic products carrying the mark (left) must be disposed of separately from normal...
Preface Additional Information & Technical Support All ARBOR products are built to the most accurate specifications to ensure reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial environments. Whether your new equipment is destined for the laboratory or the factory floor, you can be assured that the computer will provide the reliability and ease of operation.
Warranty This product is warranted to be in good working order during the warranty period. Should this product fail to be in good working order at any time during this period, we will, at our option, replace or repair it at no additional charge except as set forth in the following terms.
SD card slot, dual smart card reader slots, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, two Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports, three RS-232 serial ports with 4KV isolation, and four USB 3.0 ports. Plus, the M1923 is installed with 4GB DDR3L SO-DIMM memory and 32GB mSATA SSD for storage. To work efficiently, the M1923 also provides one RFID/NFC module, and one DVD-RW drive as optional devices to fulfill further requirements.
Upon opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of the items is missing or appears damaged, contact your local dealer or distributor. The package should contain the following items: 1 x M1923 1 x user’s Manual 1 x power cord (Left, French standard cordset)
1.3 Ordering Information 19” Fanless 7th Gen. Intel Core™ i5 Medical Station with ® M1923 WLAN and Bluetooth 1.3.1 Optional Accessories The following items are normally optional, but some vendors may include them as a standard package, or some vendors may not carry all the items.
Introduction 1.5 Specifications System Soldered onboard 7 Gen. Intel Core™ i5-7442EQ ® 2.9GHz processor Graphics Controller Intel HD Graphics 630 ® Memory 4GB DDR4 SO-DIMM memory module installed 128GB M.2 2280 PCIE Gen3 SSD Storage 2.5” 80GB SSD (optional) Peripherals and Devices 1 x 5.0 MP front facing CMOS camera with auto-focus Camera (optional)
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Introduction Button & Indicator 1 x Power on/off 1 x Touch & LCD on/off 1 x Brightness up 1 x Brightness down Cap-sensor Buttons 1 x Voice up 1 x Voice down 1 x Menu 1 x Programmable 1 x Power button (supporting battery mode power on) Physical Buttons 1 x Reset button Touch Screen...
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Getting Started Dimensions (W x H x D) 450 x 400 x 59 mm (17.7” x 15.7” x 2.32”) Net Weight 7.5 kg (16.53 lb) Vibration 5 ~ 500Hz, 1G random operation (SSD only) Shock 10G peak (11m/sec) Mounting VESA-75 compatible (M4) IP Rating Compliance design with IP65 (front touch panel) Operational Altitude...
Getting Started 2.1 Getting to Know the Computer Understanding the computer help you jump seamlessly from component to component when using the computer. This section will quickly familiarize you with the computer. 2.1.1 Front View 5.0 Megapixel Camera (optional) Microphone NFC/RFID (optional) Program Power On/Off...
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Getting Started Function Key Graphic Default Function Menu Launches the ARBOR Tablet UI utility. Power on/off button X To turn on the computer in AC power mode: Press and hold the button until all the LEDs light up. Note: The power on function doesn’t work in battery mode.
Getting Started 2.1.2 Rear Side VESA-75 Mounting Holes 3W Speaker 3W Speaker PCIe x16 Expansion Slot / Battery Chamber (inside) Warning: The computer’s rear plate is highly heated when the computer is operating. As the temperature might reach up to 60°C (140ºF), DO NOT touch the rear plate during operating.
Getting Started 2.1.3 Bottom Side Reset Button RS-232 Ports Mic-in Line-out SDI Connector RS-232/422/485 Port USB 3.0 (optional) Displayport DC-IN Item Descriptions Power on/off button X To turn on the computer: Press and hold the button for about 3~4 seconds. X To force the computer to shut down: Press the button for Power Button about 3~4 seconds to force shut down.
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Getting Started Item Descriptions DC-IN power jack. DC-IN To connect the computer to a power source through provided AC power adapter. USB Ports Four USB 3.0 Type-A port. To connect to USB device(s). DisplayPort video output. Displayport To connect to the video input of a display device such as HDTV or projector for simultaneous display.
Getting Started 2.1.4 Top Side USB 2.0 Port Item Descriptions USB 2.0 Type-A port with 4KV isolation USB Port To connect to a USB device. 2.1.5 Side View Slim DVD-RW Drive (optional) Dual Smart Card Reader Slots SD/SDHC Card Slot Right Side Left Side Item...
Getting Started 2.2 Conneting to AC Power 1. Plug the power cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the computer. 2. Plug the ground wire to the ground. To protect the computer from electrical shock, it’s recommended that you connect the ground wire. 3.
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Getting Started • Dimethyl ethylbenzyl ammonium chlorides 0.125%, dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides 0.125%, Isopropyl alcohol 14.850% (Sani-Cloth®) • Isopropanol 17.2%; Diisobutylphenoxyethyl dimethyl bezyl ammonium chlorides 0.28% (CaviCide®) 3. The touch screen can be wiped down (e.g. to remove fingerprints) during operation using standard computer screen solution.
Getting Started • Never spray or squirt any type of liquid onto the medical computer; if a spray, gel or foam is needed, spray the liquid onto a cloth and then use the cloth to wipe or rub down the component. •...
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Getting Started Follow the sequence below to install the drivers to prevent errors: a. Onboard Chipset drivers: Chipset → VGA → Intel ME → Audio and LAN drivers in either order b. Device drivers: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RFID&NFC, Smart Card Reader, Touch Screen drivers in any sequence c.
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Getting Started Driver/Utility Necessity Descriptions Touch Screen Required Install the touch screen driver and calibration utility. Install the ArborFunKey utility to associate a function key with a specific feature or application Function Key Recommended program. A camera utility ccdc will also be installed. - 20 -...
Using the Computer After all drivers are installed as described in 2.4 Drivers and Utilities Installation on page 18, you can start to use the computer. The chapter will walk you through the essential features of the computer. 3.1 Calibrating the Touch Screen The computer comes with a resistive touch screen, which locates user’s touch by the force applied on it.
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Using the Computer 2. On the Device tab, the touch screen(s) detected by your system will be displayed. To set up the touch screen, click Configure. To detect the newly attached PenMount devices, click Refresh. 3. After clicking Configure, there are two ways to calibrate your touch screen. Standard Calibration adjusts most touch screens while Advanced Calibration adjusts aging touch screens.
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Using the Computer The settings on the Configure tab are described as below. • Standard Calibration If you are using the touch sceen for the first time, select this option. After selecting the Sandard Calibration, arrows appear pointing to red squares. Use your finger or stylus to touch the red squares in sequence.
Using the Computer Note: The older a touch screen is, the more calibration points the advanced calibration needs. For an optimal accuracy we suggest to use a stylus to make the advanced calibration. Plot Calibration Data • Check this function to have touch panel linearity comparison graph appear when you finish Advanced Calibration.
Using the Computer 2. When the PenMount Control Panel opens, on the Device tab, select your touch screen (i.e., PenMount 6000 USB) and tap Configure. 3. Tap the Edge Compensation tab. Move the slider to adjust the settings from 0 to 30 individually for the top, bottom, left and right edges.
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Using the Computer PenMount Gesture icon If you didn’t find the icon, launch the utility by tapping Start > All programs > PenMount Windows Universal Driver > PenMount Gesture on Windows 7 or All Apps list > PenMount Windows Universal Driver > PenMount Gesture on Windows 8/8.1.
Using the Computer The settings on the Gesture Settings window are described as below. • Enable/disable: Select/deselect the box to enable/disable PenMount Gestures. General Setting • Sensing Time: Move the slider to adjust PenMount Gestures Sensing Time between 200 ms (0.2 sec) and 2500 (2.5 sec). The shorter the sensing time is configured, the faster the gesture has to be done.
Using the Computer 3.3.1 Text Input The computer doesn’t have a physical keyboard to receive user’s text input. To input text on the computer, it relies on either an external USB keyboard, or the “on-screen keyboard”, or the Windows-featured handwriting recognition. 3.3.1.1 On-screen Keyboard An “on-screen keyboard”...
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Using the Computer 3.3.1.2 Handwriting Recognition “Handwriting Recognition” is an input method that interprets and converts handwriting to text. The Windows features a “writing pad” to get the job done. To launch the Windows handwriting panel: 1. Tap the keyboard icon on the Windows taskbar to open the Input Panel. If it’s in keyboard mode, tap the icon in the lower right corner and tap the handwriting icon to switch to handwriting mode.
Using the Computer 3.4 Function Keys 3.4.1 Using Function Keys To use the function keys, you can press the keys on the front bezel below the LCD viewing screen. Or, you can launch the ArborFunKey control UI on the Windows by either of the following methods: 1.
Using the Computer Icon Descriptions Decreases LCD backlight brightness Increases LCD backlight brightness Press and hold for less than 3 seconds to launch user-specified application or function. Program Press and hold for more than 3 seconds to simulate the behavior of the CTRL+ALT+DEL key combination.
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Using the Computer 2. Tap and hold the ArborFunKey icon to bring up its context menu and then tap Set Function Keys. 3. To re-assign a function, you can select a built-in function from the Function drop-down list. Or you can select Program and then tap the Browse button to select the executable file of the program that you want to associate.
Using the Computer 3.5 Using the Wi-Fi Feature The computer is built-in with a Wi-Fi module for Wi-Fi networking. Once the driver is installed as described in 2.4 Drivers and Utilities Installation on page 18, a Wi-Fi signal strength icon shows up in the notification area.
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Using the Computer 3. Tap the desired network to connect to it. If the network to connect is a secured network, a dialog box will open and request for the password. Enter the password to access the Wi-Fi network. If it is an open network, it will be connected in a few seconds. 4.
Using the Computer 3.6 Using the Bluetooth Feature Bluetooth enables the wireless connection over a short distance about 8 meters. It is specified as a “wireless personal area network” (WPAN). The computer is Bluetooth-enabled to synchronize data with other Bluetooth- capable devices such as PCs, laptops, hands-free, headsets, printers, PDAs and cell phones.
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Using the Computer 2. Tap and hold the Bluetooth icon to show the context menu. Select Add a Bluetooth Device from the context menu. 3. A Manage Bluetooth devices window opens. Select the Bluetooth device to connect and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed. - 37 -...
Using the Computer 3.6.2 Bluetooth Device Name By default, the computer’s Bluetooth device name is the computer name that is viewable at > > Control Panel System and Security System 3.6.3 Hiding/Exposing the Computer By default, the computer is NOT discoverable by other Bluetooth devices. To expose or hide the computer: 1.
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Using the Computer 2. Tap and hold the Bluetooth icon to show the context menu. Select Open Settings from the context menu. 3. The Bluetooth Settings dialog box then opens. Tap the Options tab and find the Discovery section. To make your computer discoverable to Bluetooth enabled devices, select the check box of Allow Bluetooth devices to find this computer or otherwise deselect the check box to make it undiscoverable.
Using the Computer 3.7 Using the Smart Card Reader The computer is equipped with two smart card readers that allow users to provide identification and information using smart cards. You may use your own Smart Card Reader application. However, you can optionally use the test program included in the driver DVD to test if the smart card readers function properly.
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Using the Computer 4. Tap Connect to proceed. If a smart card is successfully detected, its information will be displayed. - 41 -...
Using the Computer 3.8 Using the Camera Feature (Configure-to-Order) The computer comes with a ready-to-use camera without the need to install additional drivers. You can use Windows or third-party camera utility with the camera to take pictures, record videos or participate in a video conference. Alternatively you can use the ccdc camera utility, which will be installed when you install the ArborFunKey utility.
Using the Computer 3.8.2 Recording a Video To record a video: 1. From the ccdc camera utility tool bar, tap the record-a-video icon icon then changes to an in-recording button , and video recording starts. 2. Tap the in-recording button again to stop recording.
Using the Computer 3.9 Using the RFID&NFC Reader (Configure-to- Order) The RFID&NFC reader is a Configure-to-Order Service (CTOS) on the computer and can be identified by a label on the lower right corner of the front bezel. RFID/NFC detection area Once the driver for the RFID&NFC reader is installed, then it is ready for use.
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Using the Computer 3. In the Interface group box, select USB_HID and click the Connect button. The Status column then changes to “Connected”, meaning that the RFID/ NFC reader COM port is opened. 4. From the menu bar, tap Mode > Reader. - 45 -...
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Using the Computer 5. A Reader Mode window opens. Click the Inventory tab. 6. On the Inventory tab, click the Start button. 7. Tap the RFID/NFC card to the reader. The read and decoded data will be displayed in the table. - 46 -...
BIOS A BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a special utility usually stored in the ROM on the motherboard inside a computer. When you turn on the computer, the BIOS is immediately activated. During the startup, it checks and loads necessary information to ensure the computer can proceed with loading the operating system.
Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit BIOS Information Set the Date. Use Tab to switch BIOS Version M1923 1.05 between Date elements. EC Version 1.04 System Date [Tue 08/25/2015]...
BIOS The Main setup screen provides the following information and options: Info / Item Descriptions BIOS Version Displays the computer’s model and the BIOS version. EC Version Displays the current version of Embedded Controller. Sets system date. Valid range is from 1 to 12, 1 to 31 and System Date 2000 to 2099.
BIOS Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit ACPI Settings System ACPI Parameters CPU Configuration SATA Configuration AMT Configuration USB Configuration F81216 Secondary Super IO Configuration →←: Select Screen ↓↑: Select Item Enter: Select +/-: Change Opt.
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BIOS The ACPI Settings screen provides the following setting options: Settings Descriptions Enables/Disables system ability to hibernation (OS/S4 sleep state). This option may not be effective on some operating Enable systems. Hibernation Options: Enabled [default], Disabled Sets the ACPI sleep state that system enters when the suspend button is pressed.
BIOS 4.3.2 CPU Configuration Access this submenu to identify the CPU and its capabilities including the CPU’s model name, processor speed, microcode revision, max./min. processor speeds, processor cores, and so on. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save &...
BIOS 4.3.3 SATA Configuration Access this submenu to view SATA device(s) information and also to configure SATA device(s). Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Advanced Enable or disable SATA Device. SATA Controller(s) [Enabled] SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] SATA Controler Speed [Default]...
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BIOS Settings Descriptions Displays the information detected on the installed SATA drive and its security mode. Serial ATA Port 0/1/2/3: Displays the information detected if a SATA device is connected to the indicated SATA port. Software Preserve: Indicates whether or not a connected device supports Software Setting Preservation (SSP).
BIOS 4.3.4 AMT Configuration Intel Active Management Technology (Intel AMT) is a hardware-based ® ® solution that uses out-of-band communication for basic management of client systems, which allows a system administrator to monitor and manage the computers and other network equipment by remote control even if the hard drive is crashed, the system is turned off or the operating system is locked.
BIOS Settings Descriptions CIRA means “Client Initiated Remote Access”. Customizes the time-out for the establishment of MPS connection. This setting is only available when Activate Remote Assistance Process is enabled. AMT CIRA Timeout X Set it to 0 to use the default time-out value of 60 seconds. X Set it to 255 to have MEBx wait until the connection succeeds.
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BIOS The USB Configuration screen provides the following setting options: Settings Descriptions Enables/disables legacy USB support including USB flash drives and USB hard drives. Options: Legacy USB X Enabled [Default]: To enable legacy USB support. Support X Disabled: To keep USB devices available only for EFI specification, X Auto: To disable legacy support if no USB devices are connected.
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BIOS Settings Descriptions This is a submenu to configure the features of USB hardware delay and time-out. The settings include: USB Transfer time-out: Use this item to set the time-out value for control, bulk, and interrupt transfers. Options: 1 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 20 sec [default] Device reset time-out: Use this item to set USB mass storage device start unit command time-out.
BIOS 4.3.6 F81216 Secondary Super IO Configuration Access this submenu to configure the system’s serial port. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit F81216 Super IO Configuration Set Parameters of Serial Port 0 (COMA) Super IO Chip Fintek F81216...
BIOS Settings Descriptions Controls the detection of Azalia (Intel HD audio) device. Options are: X Auto: Enable the device if installed or disable it if none. Azalia X Enabled : Enable it no matter Azalia device is installed or not. X Disabled : Disable it no matter Azalia device is installed or not.
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BIOS CPU SA Audio Devices (B0:D3:F0): Enables/disables CPU SA Audio • Device. • 4.4.2.1 Graphics Configuration on page • 4.4.2.2. Memory Configuration on page 4.4.2.1 Graphics Configuration Access this menu to change the graphic settings. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset...
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BIOS Settings Descriptions Enable or Disable the internal graphics. Internal Graphics Options: Auto [Default], Enable, Disable. Select the video device which will be activated during POST. Note: This option won’t be effective when external graphic is Primary IGFX Boot using. Secondary Boot display selection will appear based on Display your selection.
BIOS 4.5 Boot Access this menu to change system boot settings. Aptio Setup Utility - Copyright (C) 2012 American Megatrends, Inc. Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot Configuration Number of seconds to wait for Setup Prompt Timeout setup activation key.
BIOS Settings Descriptions Sets the very 1st boot device among the available CD/DVD CD/DVD ROM Drive drives. BBS Priority *BBS means “BIOS Boot Specification”. Hard Drive BBS Sets the very 1st boot device among the available storage Priorities drives. USB Device BBS Sets the very 1st boot device among the available USB Priorities devices.
BIOS The Security screen provides the following setting options: Settings Descriptions To set up an administrator password: Select Administrator Password. A Create New Password dialog then pops up Administrator onscreen. Password Enter your desired password that is no less than 3 characters and no more than 20 characters.
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BIOS The Save & Exti screen provides the following setting options: Settings Descriptions Saves the changes and quits the BIOS Setup utility. X This is a command to launch an action from the BIOS Setup Save Changes utility. and Exit X When prompted for confirmation, select OK to save the changes and quit the BIOS Setup, or select Cancel to return to BIOS Setup.
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A. Maintaining the the Battery Pack (CTOS) If your computer comes with the optional rechargable battery pack, make sure to follow the instructions below to optimize the service life for your battery. • The battery should be charged/discharged at temperature between 0 ~ 40°C (32 ~ 104°F).
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