Quick answer
Upgrading your Verifire with a new system controller and USB3 camera improves data transfer speeds, software compatibility, and long-term reliability. The upgrade requires a service visit at your site.
Why upgrade the controller and camera together?
The Verifire system controller upgrade includes a 64-bit controller with RAID storage, the latest Mx software, a 27" monitor, and Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024. Pairing it with the USB3 camera ensures faster image transfer and better performance with modern software.
A key consideration: this upgrade requires a service visit at your site. Plan for a technician to install and configure the hardware, which avoids shipping your interferometer but adds scheduling lead time.
Upgrade process steps
- Schedule the service visit: Contact Zygo support to arrange an on-site service appointment. The technician will bring the new controller, camera, and software. Check availability in your region; lead times may vary.
- Back up existing data: Before the visit, back up any measurement data or configuration files from your current Verifire system. The upgrade replaces the controller and storage. Use an external drive or network storage; do not rely on the old controller's drives.
- Prepare the workspace: Ensure the area around your Verifire is clear and accessible. The technician will need room to work on the controller and camera connections. Remove any loose cables or equipment within 3 feet of the system.
- Install the new hardware: The technician connects the USB3 camera, installs the new 64-bit controller with RAID, and sets up the 27" monitor. They also configure Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024 and load the latest Mx software. Do not attempt to install the hardware yourself; the service visit ensures proper alignment and driver setup.
- Test the system: After installation, the technician runs calibration checks and verifies that the camera and software communicate correctly. They also confirm data transfer speeds and software operation. Ask for a quick walkthrough of new Mx features or settings you may not be familiar with.
What’s included in the upgrade
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System Controller + USB3 Camera Upgrade - for a Verifire: Includes a new USB3 camera, new 64-bit controller with RAID, latest Mx software version, 27" monitor, and Windows 11 Enterprise LTSC 2024. The combination of a modern controller and USB3 camera gives you faster data handling and access to the latest software features without needing a separate PC upgrade.
System Controller + USB3 Camera Upgrade - for a Verifire
