System information

9 Troubleshooting
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9.3 Commonly Asked Questions
9.3.1 PC Connectivity
Q: When I connect the Modulus™ Microplate Reader to a PC through a different
USB port, I get the “Found New Hardware Wizard” again. Do I need to reinstall the
driver?
A: Yes, you will need to reinstall the driver as if it is the first time detecting the instrument.
Instructions can be found in Section 6.2.
Q: Can I transfer data to and from the PC while connected?
A: No, this function is currently not available. To transfer data from the instrument, use the
USB connector to the left of the touch screen and a USB memory stick. Data cannot be
transferred to the instrument.
Q: Can I specify the folder location to store the data?
A: No, it is preset to C:\Documents and Settings\login name\My Documents\Turner
BioSystems\Modulus Data\Results.
Q: When I try to install the PC version of the software, a dialog prompts me to
download the .NET Framework 2.0. What is it?
A: It is a Microsoft software component required to run the Modulus™ Microplate Reader
PC software.
Q: On the Microsoft .NET Framework download web page, what version of
Framework should I install?
A: x86
9.3.2 Data Management
Q: Can I delete old data from the internal computer?
A: Data can be removed by the user by selecting the data files to be removed and tehn
pressing the DELETE file button in the RESULTS screen. To delete all archived data, go
to the TOOLS screen and press the DELETE ARCHIVE button.