Network and firewall requirements
All options require specific firewall exceptions to support features of the software.
Network
connection
Requirement
Wireless An wireless adapter (also referred to as a dongle) is provided with the instrument. The wireless
connection conforms to 802.11 b/g/n wireless standards.
Wired The instrument is factory-configured for IPv4 TCP/IP communication and uses an Ethernet
adapter (100/1,000 Mbps) with an RJ45-type connector for local area network (LAN)
connection.
•
An active, tested network jack must be in place before the scheduled installation date.
•
The assigned IT or network specialist from your organization must be available during the
installation to help connect the instrument to your network.
Direct No network is required.
Networking requirements
Firewall exception requirements
The system should be configured behind a firewall. If outbound trac is limited, these firewall exceptions are
required to support system features:
URL Port Purpose Required for functions
*.logmein.com outbound 443 To support remote access and
support.
• Thermo Fisher
™
Connect
or
• LAN connection with
internet access
*.logmeinrescue.com outbound 443 To support remote access and
support.
• Thermo Fisher
™
Connect
or
• LAN connection with
internet access
*.instrumentconnect.com outbound 443 To support instrument
management and identity.
• Thermo Fisher
™
Connect only
*.thermofisher.com outbound 443 To support instrument
management and identity.
• Thermo Fisher
™
Connect
or
• LAN connection with
internet access
Appendix C Instrument specifications
Network and firewall requirements
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