NetGuard Customer Installation Guide.pdf
Customer Installation Guide
™ Datascope NetGuard
Customer Installation Guide
™ Datascope NetGuard
NetGuard ® is a U.S. registered trademark of Mindray DS USA, Inc.
Copyright © Mindray DS USA, Inc., 2008. All rights reserved. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission of Mindray DS USA,Inc.
Table Caption: This table of contents outlines a manual for the NetGuard system, detailing its components, system requirements, installation procedures, and administrative setup. It also includes preliminary sections on the manual's purpose and how to obtain assistance.
Foreword
This installation manual outlines the supported configurations and technical installation instructions for NetGuard . It is designed for a technical person that has knowledge about simple networks, Microsoft Server, and basic computer skills.
This publication may have been updated to reflect product design changes and/or manual improvements.
Manual Objective
This manual provides information necessary to install NetGuard. Installation includes planning, specific preparation of the site, and coordination of the cable installation with a Mindray DS USA, Inc. Service Representative.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Please read and adhere to all warnings, precautions and notes listed here and in the appropriate areas throughout this manual.
A WARNING is provided to alert the user to potential serious outcomes (death, injury, or serious adverse events) to the patient or the user.
A CAUTION is provided to alert the user to use special care necessary for the safe and effective use of the device. They may include actions to be taken to avoid effects on patients or users that may not be potentially life threatening or result in serious injury, but about which the user should be aware. Cautions are also provided to alert the user to adverse effects on this device of use or misuse and the care necessary to avoid such effects.
A NOTE is provided when additional general information is applicable.
NOTE:
Figures in this manual are provided for reference purposes only.
Warnings
WARNING:
Only qualified and trained Mindray DS Patient Monitoring Service personnel or those trained by Mindray DS Patient Monitoring Service should attempt to service this equipment. Service is defined as any activity requiring the cover to be removed for internal adjustments, parts replacements, repairs or software upgrades of any kind to ensure compatibility.
WARNING:
To ensure compatibility with the operating system and applications software, use only Mindray DS USA, Inc. supplied and/or approved components to repair any part of the NetGuard ™ System. Use of unauthorized software, devices, accessories, or cables other than those approved by Mindray DS USA, Inc. may render the application unsuitable for medical patient monitoring. It may also result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased Immunity of the system.
WARNING:
To adequately display the software application, it is important to maintain a minimum screen resolution of 1024x768 with 96 dpi.
WARNING:
Some of the equipment on the NetGuard Network must utilize the hospital emergency power system. Failure to do so will result in loss of monitoring during extended periods of power failure. The back-up power time period for the NetGuard Network is limited.
WARNING:
Changes to the NetGuard server configuration and client PC software should not be performed without the guidance of a qualified service representative.
WARNING:
Do not use the NetGuard device in an explosive atmosphere or in the presence of flammable anesthetics or gases.
WARNING:
If the NetGuard client PC performance is degraded or unresponsive, contact a Mindray DS Patient Monitoring Service Representative immediately.
Cautions
CAUTION:
For proper operation use with UL agency approved ethernet cables.
CAUTION:
For proper operation, do not use the equipment with a frayed or damaged power cord or ethernet cable.
CAUTION:
Do not use a damaged or broken unit or accessory.
CAUTION:
For proper operation never place fluids on top of the server. In case of accidental spillage, remove power, wipe clean immediately and have the system serviced to ensure no hazard exists
CAUTION:
The server and client PC for this device must only be setup by qualified service personnel.
CAUTION:
Do not block the client PC's speakers. Set the volume levels to ensure that alarms can always be heard.
CAUTION:
Speaker volume should be set high enough to hear an alarm above ambient noises.
CAUTION:
To avoid possible interference with other facility devices, use the correct AC cord for all equipment installed on the NetGuard network.
CAUTION:
It is recommended that password protected screen savers be disabled after the NetGuard client PC software installation. Use of screen savers may degrade the performance of NetGuard software application.
CAUTION:
It is recommended that the Microsoft ® Windows power management features such as power save or hibernation be disabled after the NetGuard client-side software installation.
CAUTION:
To ensure continuous monitoring, only use hardwired client PCs.
Phone Numbers and How To Get Assistance
A network of service representatives and factory-trained distributors is available. Prior to requesting service, perform a complete operational check of the instrument to verify proper control settings. If operational problems continue to exist, contact the Service Department at (800) 288-2121, ext. 8116 for Technical Support or (201) 995-7875 for assistance in determining the nearest field service location.
Please include the instrument model number, the serial number, and a description of the problem with all requests for service.
Warranty questions should be directed to a local representative. A list of offices, along with their phone numbers, is provided at the end of this manual.
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System Description
The NetGuard System (shown in FIGURE 1-1) consists of the NetGuard reusable device, NetGuard wireless access point, and
