Qiagen QIAsphere Base Installation Manual

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August 2022
QIAsphere Base
Update Installation
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  • Page 1 August 2022 QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide Sample to Insight__...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ......................3 External Features of QIAsphere Base (Q-Base) .............4 Before you start .......................5 Required material ..................5 Checking the jumper settings ................5 Checking the QIAsphere Base software version ..........5 Updating QIAsphere Base Software 2.x.x ..............8 Updating Q-Base Software 1.1.0................10 Finish network connection ................10 5.1.1...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Existing QIAsphere ready instruments with QIAsphere Base can connect to QIAsphere as well. You only have to update the respective QIAsphere Base device (formerly known as Q-Base) to the latest software version 2.4.0. This installation guide provides detailed instructions on how to update the QIAsphere Base software to version 2.4.0.
  • Page 4: External Features Of Qiasphere Base (Q-Base)

    2 External Features of QIAsphere Base (Q-Base) Front View of QIAsphere Base Rear View of QIAsphere Base Status LEDs: User1, User 2, Two USB ports User 3, and User 4 Power LED: Blue LED indicator Service panel (includes microSD card slot, factory reset...
  • Page 5: Before You Start

    3.2 Checking the jumper settings Before you start, open the service panel of your QIAsphere Base and check the two jumpers as marked in the figures below, and make sure that they are in the correct orientation. If not, unplug the left jumper by pulling it out and plug it in again as demonstrated on the left figure.
  • Page 6 QIAsphere Base can be connected to Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet networks. 1. If you are using QIAsphere Base already and it is connected to a local network, continue with step 5. 2. For wired Ethernet connection, connect the QIAsphere Base ETH1 port to a wired network.
  • Page 7 Important: If your screen is similar to Screenshot A), then your QIAsphere Base Software version is 2.0.0 or higher, continue with chapter 4. If your screen is similar to Screenshot B), then your QIAsphere Base Software version is 1.1.0, continue with chapter 5.
  • Page 8: Updating Qiasphere Base Software 2.X.x

    QIAsphere Base Software Update 2.x.x to 2.4.0 folder of the extracted software update package and click open. If current version is higher than 2.0.0, select the file QIAsphereBase_Update_2XX-235.zip from the QIAsphere Base Software Update 2.x.x to 2.4.0 folder of the extracted software update package and click open. 7. Click Upload.
  • Page 9 Note: This update requires a complete restart of the QIAsphere Base. 13. After step 12, wait for 15 to 20 minutes. Then check the LEDs on your QIAsphere Base. 14. When the USER 1 or USER 2 LED are switched on, the QIAsphere Base Software has been updated and the restart has finished.
  • Page 10: Updating Q-Base Software 1.1.0

    5 Updating Q-Base Software 1.1.0 5.1 Finish network connection To update your QIAsphere Base Software 1.1.0 to 2.4.0, the network connection of the QIAsphere Base has to be completed first. Note: If you have already configured your QIAsphere Base network connection, proceed with section 5.2.
  • Page 11: Wired Ethernet Network Connection

    Most Ethernet networks support automated IP address assignment using DHCP. In some special cases, networks do not support DHCP. In this case, static IP settings can be configured. Ethernet connection with DHCP 1. Select the LAN tab of the Network Settings screen. QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide 08/2022...
  • Page 12 5.2. Ethernet connection with static IP If you intend to connect QIAsphere Base to a LAN that does not support automatic assignment of IP addresses (for example, does not support DHCP), you might consult your IT service desk to provide additional support and information on IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and DNS server for QIAsphere Base.
  • Page 13 2. Select Static IP Manual in the LAN Settings tab. 3. Enter the IP address in the IP address field that should be used for the QIAsphere Base. 4. Enter the Subnet mask in the Subnet mask field that should be used for the QIAsphere Base.
  • Page 14: Wireless Network Connection

    2. Select the desired Wi-Fi network from the list of Available networks and enter the Wi-Fi password in the password field. Click Connect. Note: The server, SSID, and security type details will be automatically filled. QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide 08/2022...
  • Page 15: Installing The Software Update

    5.2 Installing the software update When you have connected your QIAsphere Base successfully, proceed with the instructions below. You need the QIAsphere Base IP Address that was displayed in the QBAP main screen after the QIAsphere Base has been successfully connected.
  • Page 16 FAT32, select it from the file system dropdown list and click Start. You may want to save your installed files before, because data on the USB stick will be erased. 2. Make sure your PC is connected to the same local network as the QIAsphere Base is connected to.
  • Page 17 10. Insert USB stick with the downloaded ZIP file into an available USB port of your QIAsphere Base. 11. Click Mount USB. 12. A confirmation that USB drive is successfully mounted appears. Click Ok. 13. Click Update System. QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide 08/2022...
  • Page 18 17. Remove the USB stick. 18. QIAsphere Base will automatically restart. 19. When the USER 1 or USER 2 LED are switched on, the QIAsphere Base Software has been updated and the restart has finished. You can continue to configure your QIAsphere Base.
  • Page 19: Optional: Qiasphere Base Factory Reset

    6 Optional: QIAsphere Base Factory Reset In case you have used the QIAsphere Base before and you do not remember the self-defined password, you can set the QIAsphere Base back to factory settings. 1. Make sure no dongle is attached to the QIAsphere Base.
  • Page 20: Version History

    7 Version History Document Date Description HB-2847-002 August 2022 Update to QIAsphere Base Version 2.4.0 HB-2847-001 December 2020 Initial Release of QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide 08/2022...
  • Page 21 (The Mozilla Foundation). Registered names, trademarks, etc. used in this document, even when not specifically marked as such, are not to be considered unprotected by law. HB-2847-002 08/2022 © 2022 QIAGEN, all rights reserved. QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide 08/2022...
  • Page 22 Technical Support www.support.qiagen.com 08/2022 HB-2847-002 QIAsphere Base Update Installation Guide 08/2022...

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