User's Manual

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The Basics in Using the ER System
If your system was purchased with a computer, the ODES software comes pre-installed and all the
required software components should be unlocked prior to shipping.
The following information will provide those evaluators with information on installing the software.
Instructions for Software Installation
Prior to loading the ODES software onto a computer please check to make sure your computer meets the
minimum recommended software and hardware requirements.
COMPONENT REQUIREMENT
Computer
Windows
Memory
Disk Space
Components
Network
Motherboards
500 MHz Processor
Window 98 Second Edition, ME, XP or 2000 is required to run the
ODES program. We do not suggest XP Home Edition. Go to
www.microsoft.com to get the latest service patches for your
operating system.
256 MB of RAM is recommended
500 MB of free disk space
800 x 600 screen
An SVGA high resolution color monitor
A PS/2 mouse or compatible pointing device
USB port for the Data Acquisition Box A color ink jet or laser
printer
Speakers
In order to connect your computer to other computers via a
network, cables and a Windows-compatible network adapter
(network card) are required.
**we prefer**
Intel Chipset Motherboards
Intel Pentium CPU’s
**Please note that we do not provide technical support for USB**
**Palm Pilot type software will interfere with the data acquisition device**