Multichannel Systems MEA2100-System Manual - Manual (Page 11)

Software
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3.2
System Requirements
One of the following Microsoft Windows ® operating systems is required:
Windows 8.1, Windows 7 (32 or 64 bit), VISTA or XP, English and German versions supported.
Other language versions may lead to software errors.
If no MEA2100-System is present, MC_Rack opens in a simulation mode. A computer with
low performance may lead to performance limits more often; therefore, MCS recommends
an up-to-date computer optionally with a separate hard disk. Please note that there are
sometimes hardware incompatibilities of the MEA2100-System and computer components;
or that an inappropriate computer power supply may lead to artifact signals. Please contact
your local retailer for more information on recommended computer hardware.
Important: You need to have installed the latest MEA2100-System driver to operate the
MEA2100-System, which is automatically installed with MC_Rack. The installation may
be invalid if the MEA2100-System does not respond. Please contact Multi Channel Systems
or your local retailer in this case.
Recommended BIOS settings
Recommended operating system settings
The following automatic services of the Windows operating system interfere with the data
storage on the hard disk and can lead to severe performance limits in MC_Rack. These routines
were designed for use on office computers, but are not very useful for a data acquisition
computer.
 Turn off Screensaver.
 Turn off Windows Indexing Service for all local disks.
 Turn off Optimize hard disk when idle (automatic disk fragmentation).
 Manual management of automatic Windows Update.
 Power Options: Power scheme: Never turn off monitor, hard disk and system standby.
 It is also not recommended to run any applications in the background when using MC_Rack.
Remove all applications from the Autostart folder.
 Be careful when using a Virus Scanner. These programs are known to disturb MC_Rack,
and even data loss may occur.
When using a MEA2100-System it is recommended to connect a high performance computer
with a separate hard disk for program files and data storage. The provided possibility to use
up to 240 channels with up to 50 kHz needs high memory capacity. Please remove data and
defragment the hard disk regularly to ensure optimal performance.