Agilent GeneSpring GT 2 (formerly Varia) Installation Guide is a user manual for a genetic analysis software tool published by Agilent Technologies. This manual introduces the installation, configuration and use of the software.
This guide helps users install and upgrade Agilent GeneSpring GT 2 (formerly Varia), a genetic analysis software tool. It details system requirements for Windows and Mac OS, steps to download and install the software, license entry, configuration, and genome data download. It also covers upgrading from older versions and handling genome builds like Build 35.
The guide includes instructions for migrating data from Varia 1 to GeneSpring GT 2, handling genome updates, and uninstalling the software. It provides technical support contact details and troubleshooting steps for Windows users.
| Windows OS | Windows XP, 2000, or Server 2003 |
|---|---|
| RAM | 1024 MB |
| Processor | Pentium IV (or equivalent) |
| Disk Space (Human/Mouse Genomes) | 2-4 GB |
| Resolution | 1024x768 pixels |
| Color Depth | 16-bit color |
| Mac OS | Mac OS X |
| Mac RAM | 1024 MB |
| Mac Disk Space (Crohn's Genome) | 250 MB |
| Mac Disk Space (Human/Mouse Genomes) | 2-4 GB |
You do not need to remove the previous install of Varia to run GeneSpring GT 2. Use the Uninstaller.exe file provided in the ..\SiliconGenetics\Uninstaller Data directory if you want to uninstall.
Minimum requirements include Windows XP, 2000, or Server 2003, 1024 MB RAM, Pentium IV processor, 2-4 GB disk space, and 1024x768 pixel resolution with 16-bit color.
Go to http://www.chem.agilent.com/cag/bsp/SiG/Products/2/DemoDownload.asp, complete the online form, and download the GeneSpring GT2_0 Installer.
No, using the same name would result in important files being overwritten, including variapreferences, Programs, Script, Chron genome, and Cache directories.