Standard Instrument Manager 8.10 Put science on your side.
Table of contents 1. Introduction 3 2. Dedicated Instrument Manager Server 3 2.1 Server Class Computer (Recommended) 3 2.2 Using a Workstation Class Computer for IM Server 4 3. Instrument Manager Thin Client Workstation 5 4. Bio-Rad Unity Real Time Server 6 4.1 Combined Instrument Manager and Bio-Rad unity Real Time Server 6 4.2 Combined Bio-Rad Unity Real Time and instrument Manager Workstation 6 5. Instrument Manager Connectivity Hardware 7 5.1 External Device Servers 7 5.2 USB-over-IP Devices 7 2
1. Introduction Information is provided to assist with planning and preparation for the installation of Instrument Manager v8.10. Specifications are included for the base hardware for both physical and virtual servers, workstations (thin clients) and device servers. 2. Dedicated Instrument Manager Server 2.1 Server Class Computer (Recommended) Abbott recommended server specification for Instrument Manager for server class computers. Specifications for hard drive sizing and partitioning should be adjusted based upon installation requirements identified by Database and Server sizing tool calculations. Operating System Windows 2000 Server (Service Pack 4) Windows XP (Service Pack 3) Windows 2003 Server, R2, Standard Edition x32-bit (Service Pack 2) Windows 2003 Server, Enterprise Edition x32-bit (Service Pack 2) Windows 2008 Server x32-bit (Service Pack 1) Windows Vista x32-bit (Service Pack 1) Windows 7 professional x32-bit Processor Hard Drive Memory Ports Core Duo 2.0 or 2 CPUs 3.0GHz C: 40 GB For the Operating System (OS) D: 80 GB For Instrument Manager & Cache installation and databases E: 80 GB For IM backups and Archiving of Specimen data (.pdf s) Note: Drive size will vary depending on number of orders and tests being processed per day and data retention. 1 GB RAM Parallel, Serial (DB9 & DB25), USB Network Card Standard 10/100/1000 System will require a static IP and local OS firewall configured to allow ports 1972 and any other used by Instrument Manager Cables Other Hardware Other Software Windows Display CAT 5 network, DB9 and/or DB25 serial for direct connection to instruments SVGA monitor, mouse and DVD/CD-RW drive Internet Explorer 6.0 or later, Adobe Flash 9.0, Adobe Acrobat 8.0 or later High color 16-bit or True color 32-bit 3
2.2 Using a Workstation Class Computer for IM Server Using a workstation class computer for running Instrument Manager introduces a level of risk in regards to system availability due to a number of failure points. Consider the following risks when making a decision on the type class of computer to be used for an Instrument Manager server. Risks Most workstation class computers do not have: Redundant power supplies Fault tolerant disks Workstation operating systems have reduced functionality in comparison to server operating systems. System management issues should also be taken into consideration when choosing a workstation for running Instrument Manager. Systems located in a Data Center or Server room are generally protected from: Power fluctuations and outages Physical access intrusion by controlled access processes Fire by suppression systems Air conditioning failures Locating a computer in a laboratory environment carries greater risks for: Damage from liquids, impacts and unauthorized access Responsibility for backup and recovery Responsibility for applying security patches to the operating system Responsibility for maintaining virus protection software Responsibility for investigating server and application issues Note: A workstation class computer and operating system should be used for a test environment or as a thin client instead of a primary server. Please consult with your IT vendor to manage risks. Utilize the requirements for a server class machine provided in Section 2.1 system components. 4
3. Instrument Manager Thin Client Workstation The following is the recommended specification for Instrument Manager thin client workstation. This specification should be adjusted, based on the installation requirements. Operating System Windows 2000 Server (Service Pack 4) Windows XP (Service Pack 3) Windows 2003 Server, R2, Standard Edition x32-bit (Service Pack 2) Windows 2003 Server, Enterprise Edition x32-bit (Service Pack 2) Windows 2008 Server x32-bit (Service Pack 1) Windows Vista x32-bit (Service Pack 1) Windows 7 professional x32-bit Processor Hard Drive Memory Ports 3.0GHz C: 60 GB minimum 1 GB RAM PS/2 and USB Network Card Standard 10/100/1000 Network / PC Security Other Software Adobe Flash 9.0 Acrobat Reader 8.0 or later Other Hardware PC Security Requirements for Installation Read, write and delete access to the shared folder on the base Instrument Manager server. Local user access on the Thin Client workstation SVGA monitor, mouse and DVD/CD-RW drives Fixed barcode scanner (used with Specimen Storage and Retrieval module) Local Administrator logon or local user account access with administrative privilege 5
4. Bio-Rad Unity Real Time Server To obtain the latest information regarding system requirements for Bio-Rad Unity RealTime, visit the following url: System Requirements: v1.1: http://support.qcnet.com/faq_search.php?faqid=39 v2.0: http://support.qcnet.com/faq_search.php?faqid=195074 Support Information: http://support.qcnet.com/ Note: Based on the version being installed or upgraded, it will affect the dependent software and hardware required, e.g., MS SQL server,.net framework, OS, port numbers, memory and CPU. 4.1 Combined Instrument Manager and Bio-Rad Unity RealTime Server Start with the server specification in Section 2, Dedicated Instrument Manager Server. Adjust the specification by checking the Bio-Rad item in Instrument Manager Bio-Rad Server Sizer sheet of the DatabaseServerSizer.xls tool. Application Memory requirement: 512 MB Note: Due to system resource and environmental challenges, it is best to install the Bio-Rad software on a separate system, if possible. 4.2 Combined Bio-Rad Unity RealTime and Instrument Manager Workstation Start with the workstation specification in Section 3, Instrument Manager Thin Client Workstation. Adjust the specification by checking the Bio-Rad option in Instrument Manager Bio-Rad Workstation Sizer sheet of the DatabaseServerSizer.xls tool. Application Memory requirement: 128 MB 6
5. Instrument Manager Connectivity Hardware 5.1 External Device Servers Description Model URL Applications Lantronix single port Device Server 1 x DB25 RS232/422 1 x RJ45 10/100 TX TCP/IP supported Lantronix 4 port MSS External Device Server 4 DB9 serial ports 1 x RJ45 1 x 10/100 Ethernet network port Supports TCP/IP protocol UDS1100 MSS4 http://www.lantronix.com/ device-networking/externaldevice-servers/uds1100.html http://www.lantronix.com/ device-networking/externaldevice-servers/mss4.html Medical Instruments connection with TCP/IP protocol. 5.2 USB-over-IP Devices Description Model URL Applications Lantronix 2 port USB Device Server UBox 2100 This new USB-over-IP hardware enables the Instrument Manager software. Lantronix 4 port USB Device Server UBox 4100 http://www.lantronix.com/ device-networking/externaldevice-servers/ubox.html Licensing/Security Key (supplied by USB flash drive) to be utilized with customer configurations that do not utilize a USB port, i.e., Virtual Server Applications. Put science on your side. is a trademark of Abbott Laboratories in various jurisdictions. Instrument Manager is a trademark of Data Innovations. Unity Real Time is a trademark of Bio-Rad. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. www.abbottdiagnostics.com 1-877-4ABBOTT 2010 Abbott Laboratories AI_10_35078/v1 Sep