Cautions and Notes Serious Incidents Reporting - Any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the Aperio GT 450 shall be reported to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the member state in which the user is established.
If a suspected Aperio GT 450 cybersecurity vulnerability or incident is detected, contact Leica Biosystems Technical Services for assistance. Training - This manual is not a substitute for the detailed operator training provided by Leica Biosystems or for other advanced instruction.
15 racks, priority rack scanning, automated image quality check and a scan speed of ~32 seconds at 40x scanning magnification for a 15 mm x 15 mm area. The Aperio GT 450 scanner was designed to fit into your network environment and offer the best in security and performance.
This guide is intended for laboratory administrators, IT managers, and anyone else responsible for managing the Aperio GT 450 scanner on their facility network. For general information on how to use the scanner, refer to the Aperio GT 450 User’s Guide.
Aperio GT 450 System Components The diagram below illustrates the components of a typical Aperio GT 450 scanner system, using a DSR server and Aperio eSlide Manager for image file management. Other configurations may be possible. Consult with your Leica Biosystems technical representative for more information.
Aperio Viewing Station Log Into SAM After the Aperio GT 450 system is installed and configured, the next step is to use the Scanner Administration Manager (SAM) to manage the Aperio GT 450 scanners and users. Open an Internet browser and enter the address of the SAM server. (The Leica installation representative provides this address to the IT representative at the facility when the system is installed.
Aperio GT 450 Architecture The Aperio GT 450 was designed with IT ease of use and security in mind. It is integration-ready for Aperio eSlide Manager, an LIS, and other networked systems. The Aperio GT 450 system includes an Aperio GT 450 scanner, Aperio Scanner Administration Manager (SAM) server, cables, and plugs.
These are the major components of the Aperio GT 450 scanner and SAM system: Aperio GT 450 scanner - One or more Aperio GT 450 scanners can be connected to a SAM server through the network. Each SAM server can support multiple scanners.
The following diagram shows a standard, secure configuration for the Aperio GT 450 system connected to a SAM server and a DSR server that is running Aperio eSlide Manager. Other configurations may apply to your specific network and use case.
(The illustration above displays only some of the available settings.) Most or all of the settings on this page will be configured for you by a Leica Biosystems representative when the scanner is installed. However, you may be asked to check the settings during a troubleshooting procedure.
Scanner Configuration Settings The settings on these pages will be configured for you by a Leica Biosystems representative when the scanner is installed. However, you may be asked to check the settings during a troubleshooting procedure. You may also need to change settings if there are changes to your network that impact one or more of the communication settings.
Refer to the table below for instructions on how to display scanner and system settings. In many cases you cannot modify these settings, but Leica Biosystems Technical Support may ask you for the information during troubleshooting or maintenance procedures. Some settings can only be seen by users with the Lab Admin role.
Allow/deny listing is used on the Aperio GT 450 scanner and recommended for use on the SAM server. This prevents unauthorized software from running on these components. The daily maintenance for the Aperio GT 450 scanner includes rebooting it every day. (See the Aperio GT 450 User’s Guide for details.) This refreshes the firmware.
Set up users with permissions that allow them to access only the portions of the system required for their work. For the Aperio GT 450 SAM server, the user roles are “Operator” and “Lab Admin,” which have different permissions. Protect the Aperio server and client workstations from unauthorized access by using standard IT techniques.
While conducting cybersecurity assessments, you may wish to consider which third party software components are used by Leica Biosystems software. Lists of all off-the-shelf software (OTS) used by Aperio GT 450 and SAM are maintained by Leica Biosystems. If you would like information on OTS used, contact your Leica Biosystems Sales or Customer Support representative and ask for the Software Bills of Materials for Aperio GT 450 and SAM.
This appendix provides causes and solutions for problems related to the SAM server and related components. It also provides common troubleshooting procedures that may need to be performed by the Aperio GT 450 lab administrator. For general troubleshooting information for the scanner operator, refer to the Aperio GT 450 User’s Guide.
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