Method Configuration

Use this command to focus on the Method Configuration screen if you want to set up or review/modify Method configuration parameters.

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Setup Options

The Method Configuration screen must reflect the actual configuration of the HPLC system. Most component options available on the screen are determined by the choice of the Interface Module.

Interface Module. Select (highlight) one option from the drop-down list associated with the Interface Module and one option from the drop-down list associated with each available component. These components may include the Channel 1/2 Detectors, the Pumps/Solvents, the Column Oven, and the Autosampler. See the Method Configuration Table for a summary of the components available for each type interface module.

Gradient Mode. Select the Gradient Mode by clicking on one of the radio buttons. The pump options are determined by the choice of Gradient Mode.

Column Oven. Select a column from the drop-down list. The columns available on the list are set up from the HSM Administration program by the program administrator.

Column - The drop-down list contain all the columns defined by the System Administrator in the HSM Administration program. Select a name from the list or type in a name (30 characters, maximum). Note: If you use a Method, version 2.1 or earlier, the name in the Column Type field of the Method Information screen is transferred to the Column field on this screen. If no entry is found in this field, a blank is shown in the Column field on this screen.

External Instrument Software - Select available External Instrument Software program that will run from the HSM program. Although more than one name can be listed in the drop-down list, only one name at a time can be selected in the Method. The names in the drop-down list are set up in the Windows NT registry.