Updating the system time on the NextSeq 1000/2000

If the time on the NextSeq 1000/2000 instrument computer is inaccurate for the time zone in which the the instrument is located, proceed with the following steps to change the time.

1. Close NextSeq Control 1000/2000 Software.

2. Navigate to the top right side of the instrument and open Account Settings from the drop-down menu (see Figure 1).

3. Select Details > Date & Time on the left-hand side, edit the Date & Time of the instrument, and ensure the Automatic Date &Time option is ON (see Figure 3).

   1. Note: If a window for "Authentication Required" opens, enter the root user password in the "Administrator" password field (see Figure 1). If recovery of root password is needed, see How to change passwords and unlock accounts on the NextSeq 1000/2000.

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Figure 2. Date & Time menu.PNG

Figure 3

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