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Power the Ion GeneStudio S5 Sequencer on or off
Power on
Power off
Update the Ion GeneStudio S5 System software
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Note: If the Ion GeneStudio S5 Sequencer is powered on, and the touchscreen is
blank, touch the screen to "wake" the touchscreen.
If the touchscreen is unresponsive, check the power switch on the back of the
instrument to ensure that the switch is in the on (|) position. If the power switch is in
the off (0) position, proceed with step 1. If the power switch is already in the on
position, proceed to step 2.
1. Turn the power switch on the back of the instrument to the on (|) position.
2. Press the power button on the left side of the instrument.
The button illuminates. When the instrument touchscreen Main Menu appears,
the instrument is ready for use.
It is not necessary to power off the instrument overnight or over the weekend. If the
instrument will not be used for more than 3 days, power off the instrument as follows:
1. In the Main Menu, press Settings4System Tools4Shut Down.
2. Select either Shut Down or Reboot.
Note: If you select Shut Down, a confirmation message appears. Select Yes to
power off the instrument.
Note: Do not press the power button during a run. Interrupting power to the
instrument during a run may result in sequencing run failure and loss of sample.
Note: An internet connection is required for the Ion GeneStudio S5 System to receive
alerts that software updates are available.
If an update to the Ion GeneStudio S5 Sequencer software is available, the
Notifications/Alarms button illuminates red in the touchscreen Main Menu. Press the
red Alarms button to see the detailed messages. If a message states New Software
Available, follow these steps to update the software:
1. In the Main Menu, press Settings4Check for Updates.
2. Press Update to download and install the updates automatically.
3. Press Done.
Instrument operation
Ion GeneStudio S5 Instrument User Guide
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