This manual describes the hardware and software requirements for Agilent OpenLAB Chromatography Data System (CDS) EZChrom and ChemStation editions.
This document outlines the system requirements for installing and using the Agilent OpenLAB Chromatography Data System (CDS) family of products, specifically the EZChrom Edition and ChemStation Edition. It covers necessary processor speeds, memory, disk space, and network adapter specifications for workstations, clients, and instrument controllers running 32-bit or 64-bit operating systems.
The guide also specifies supported operating environments, including Windows XP, Vista, 7, and various Server versions, along with required third-party software such as Microsoft .NET Framework and specific database solutions like SQL Server and Oracle. Additionally, it lists compatible Agilent Instrument Controllers (AIC) and defines limits on the number of instruments that can be configured within a single workstation or distributed system.
| Minimum Processor Speed (Workstation/Client) | 2 GHz |
|---|---|
| Maximum GC/LC (2D) Instruments per ChemStation Workstation | 4 |
| Supported Database for Shared Services Server | SQL Server 2008 R2 Standard or Enterprise (64-bit) |
Yes, specific models like the 5000, 7800, and 7900 support EZChrom Edition, while the ML150 supports ChemStation Edition. However, older revision A and B controllers are not supported.
While the theoretical maximum is 31, the recommended maximum number of modules is 14.
Yes, OpenLAB CDS EZChrom Edition clients are supported to run via terminal services and Citrix XenApp 5.0.