R&S ESR

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5.13 Windows Operating System
The instrument contains the Microsoft Windows operating system which has been
configured according to the instrument's features and needs. Changes in the sys-
tem setup are only required when peripherals like a keyboard or a printer are
installed or if the network configuration does not comply with the default settings.
After the R&S ESR is started, the operating system boots and the instrument firm-
ware is started automatically.
Tested software
The drivers and programs used on the instrument under Microsoft Windows are
adapted to the instrument. Only install update software released by
Rohde & Schwarz to modify existing instrument software.
You can install additional software on the instrument; however, additional soft-
ware can impair instrument function. Thus, run only programs that
Rohde & Schwarz has tested for compatibility with the instrument software.
The following program packages have been tested:
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Symantec Endpoint Security – virus-protection software
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FileShredder - for reliable deletion of files on the hard disk
Service packs and updates
Microsoft regularly creates security updates and other patches to protect Win-
dows-based operating systems. They are released through the Microsoft Update
website and associated update server. Update instruments using Windows regu-
larly, especially instruments that connect to a network.
Firewall settings
A firewall protects an instrument by preventing unauthorized users from gaining
access to it through a network. Rohde & Schwarz highly recommends using the
firewall on your instrument. Rohde & Schwarz instruments are shipped with the
Windows firewall enabled. All ports and connections for remote control are
enabled.
Note that changing firewall settings requires administrator rights.
Windows Operating System