Guide for setting, modifying, and deleting preference settings of the ABI PRISM 310 Genetic Analyzer Data Collection software on Windows OS.
This document describes the nine preference windows used by the ABI PRISM 310 Data Collection software on Windows® operating systems. It explains what each preference controls—folder locations, default file names, sample‑sheet defaults, injection‑list defaults, communication ports, dye indicators, and collection information.
The guide provides step‑by‑step instructions for changing folder paths, setting default names, configuring dye colors, and deleting the preference file when it becomes corrupted. Contact information for Applied Biosystems technical support is also included.
| Default communication port | COM1 |
|---|---|
| Folder location reset button | Resets all folders to default pathways |
Click the button for the folder you want to change, navigate to the desired folder in the dialog, and click “Select” to set the new path.
Locate the file named “preferences310” in the installation directory (e.g., D:\AppliedBio\310), drag it to the Recycle Bin, empty the bin, and restart the Data Collection software.