Omega Engineering OM-DAQ-USB-2401 Getting Started, Software Installation, System Requirements

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Section 4 - Software

4.1 Getting Started

The following program files are included on the Omega DAQ Central User Software CD supplied with your data acquisition unit. These files can also be downloaded from the omega.com website should you misplace your CD.

•DAQ Central data logging software installer

•Omega.DAQ .NET API

NOTE:

When using Omega DAQ modules to acquire data, computer energy save modes can cause false data readings. Prior to using Omega DAQ modules, ensure your computer’s energy save mode is disabled. If needed, consult your PC user’s manual to disable energy save (power suspension) modes.

4.2Software Installation

4.2.1System Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

•Processor: 800 MHz

•Hard Drive Space: 300 megabytes

•Ram: 512 megabytes or higher

•1 Available USB Port

•CD-ROM Drive or Internet connection

•Windows XP Service Pack 3 (32-bit), Windows Vista (32-bit), Windows 7 (32- bit), or Windows 7 (64-bit)

Recommended Requirements:

•Processor: 1.5 GHz

•Hard Drive Space: 300 megabytes

•Ram: 1.5 gigabytes

•1 Available USB Port

•CD-ROM Drive or Internet connection

•Windows XP Service Pack 3 (32-bit), Windows Vista (32-bit), Windows 7 (32- bit), or Windows 7 (64-bit)

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