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8.2 Windows
8.2.1 System requirements
Currently supported Windows versions are:
• Microsoft Windows 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows 8.1 (32-bit, 64-bit)
• Microsoft Windows 10 (32-bit, 64-bit)
Other Windows version can be used at the user's own risk.
Note
Since mvIMPACT Acquire version 2.8.0 it could be possible that you have to update your Windows installer at
least using Windows XP. The necessary packages are available from Microsoft's website: http://www.←-
microsoft.com/en-US/download/details.aspx?id=8483
All necessary drivers for Windows are contained in the standard mvIMPACT CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. For newer
driver versions we recommend to visit the MATRIX VISION website at www.matrix-vision.de, section "Products
-> Cameras -> your interface -> your product -> Downloads".
8.2.1.1 Hardware
MATRIX VISION testet successfully several USB 3.0 extension cards or adapters for PCs and Notebooks. Please
have a look here for a current listing:
See also
http://www.matrix-vision.com/faq-mvbluefox-en.html?show=824
8.2.2 Installing the mvGenTL-Acquire driver
By double clicking on
• mvGenTL_Acquire-x86-n.n.n.msi (for 32-bit systems) or
• mvGenTL_Acquire-x86_64-n.n.n.msi (for 64-bit systems), the installer will start automatically:
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