3 connecting a computer, Connecting a computer, Figure 7 – Metrohm 814 USB Sample Processor User Manual

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3.3

Connecting a computer

The 814 USB Sample Processor requires a USB connection to a computer
in order to be able to be controlled by a PC software. When a 6.2151.000
controller cable is used, the instrument can be connected directly, either
to a USB socket on a computer, to a connected USB hub or to a different
Metrohm control instrument.

Cable connection and driver installation
A driver installation is required in order to ensure that the 814 USB Sample
Processor is recognized by the PC software. To accomplish this, you must
comply with the procedures specified. The following steps are necessary:

1 Installing the software

Insert the PC software installation CD and carry out the installa-
tion program directions.

Exit the program if you have started it after the installation.

2 Establishing cable connections

Connect all peripheral devices to the instrument (see Chapter 3.8,
page 26)
.

Connect the 814 USB Sample Processor to the mains supply if you
have not already done this.

Connect the instrument to your computer through a USB connec-
tor (Type A) (see Instructions for Use for your computer). The
6.2151.000 cable is used for this purpose.

6.2151.000

USB 2

USB 1

Contr.

MSB 2

Figure 7

Connecting the computer

For Windows 2000: The instrument is recognized and the driver is
installed automatically.

For Windows XP: The instrument is recognized and the installation
assistant for the driver is started automatically. Select the option
"Install software automatically" and click on [Continue]. Exit the
assistant with [Finish].

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