# NovaSeq 6000

- [FAQ](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list.md)
- [Can a NovaSeq 6000 4 lane Xp kit be used for 2 lane NovaSeq 6000 flow cells?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000007916.md)
- [Can a different tube type be used in place of the library tubes for NovaSeq 6000 runs?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000003337.md)
- [Can a lab network be upgraded to support faster file transfer on the NovaSeq 6000?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000006727.md)
- [Can custom primers be used on the NovaSeq 6000 System?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002571.md)
- [Can different libraries pools be loaded in each lane when using NovaSeq 6000 Xp workflow?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002568.md)
- [Can expired consumables be used for a NovaSeq 6000 run?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002561.md)
- [How does the NovaSeq 6000 Xp workflow differ from NovaSeq 6000 standard workflow?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002553.md)
- [How long does it take for Universal Copy Service copying to complete on NovaSeq 6000?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000005084.md)
- [How long will the NovaSeq 6000 UPS support the instrument should backup power not engage?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000006305.md)
- [How often does the NovaSeq 6000 wash flow cell need to be replaced?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002572.md)
- [Is a local copy of each run saved on the NovaSeq 6000?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000003491.md)
- [What do NovaSeq 6000 status bar colors mean?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000006211.md)
- [What effect does prolonged flow cell staging time have on clustering for the NovaSeq 6000?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000007323.md)
- [What is the library loading concentration for NovaSeq 6000 Xp workflow?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002558.md)
- [What volume of ExAmp reagent is added by the NovaSeq 6000 during a standard run?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000006941.md)
- [When can runs be staggered on NovaSeq 6000?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000002324.md)
- [Where to find the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for NovaSeq6000 coolants?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000007903.md)
- [Which types of sample sheet can be used when analyzing NovaSeq 6000 run data?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-faq-list/000006671.md)
- [Reference Material](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list.md)
- [Best practices for preparing and inspecting NovaSeq 6000 flow cells for sequencing](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000001311.md)
- [Best practices when updating to NovaSeq 6000 Control Software v1.8](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000007441.md)
- [Computer Hardware Specifications for NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002428.md)
- [Consumable catalog numbers for the NovaSeq 6000 v1.5](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000003525.md)
- [How To Power Cycle NovaSeq 6000 Video](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000005611.md)
- [How to Enable/Disable Illumina Proactive on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000008507.md)
- [How to Perform a System Health Check on the NovaSeq 6000 Video](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000005620.md)
- [How to Power Cycle the NovaSeq 6000 System](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002470.md)
- [How to check flow cell vacuum pressure on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000005390.md)
- [How to configure a NovaSeq 6000, with Control Software 1.8.x or greater, to work with a Proxy Server](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000008299.md)
- [How to perform system checks on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002495.md)
- [How to set the output location in the NovaSeq 6000 Control Software](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000001530.md)
- [How to set up a PhiX validation run on the NovaSeq 6000 sequencing platform](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002881.md)
- [How to start a maintenance wash without used buffer cartridges on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002512.md)
- [How to stop and restart Universal Copy Service manually on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002543.md)
- [Index color balancing for the NovaSeq 6000 system](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000001931.md)
- [Introducing NovaSeq 6000 Control Software version 1.8](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000006664.md)
- [Minimum storage requirements to start a NovaSeq 6000 run](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002425.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 File paths](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002426.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 Introduction Support Webinar Video](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000008051.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 flow cell types and their compatibility with NovaSeq Control Software versions](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002418.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 library tube information](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002420.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 storage management and best practices](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000003495.md)
- [Reagent Cartridge Layout for NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002215.md)
- [Real Time Analysis (RTA3) on NovaSeq 6000 Overview](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002465.md)
- [Reference images for NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002748.md)
- [Software Restriction Policy (SRP) on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002466.md)
- [Specifications for the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002669.md)
- [Thawing, stability, and storage of NovaSeq 6000 reagents](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002421.md)
- [Troubleshooting Focus Camera (FTM) system check failure on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002490.md)
- [Washing the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002484.md)
- [Where are NovaSeq 6000 system check results located?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002493.md)
- [Xp reagents components and stability on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000002422.md)
- [测序前准备和检查NovaSeq 6000 流动槽的最佳操作](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-reference_material-list/000007097.md)
- [Troubleshooting](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list.md)
- [Best practices for starting staggered runs on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000006202.md)
- [How to troubleshoot D:\ drive full on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001273.md)
- [How to troubleshoot NovaSeq 6000 Process Management errors](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001296.md)
- [How to troubleshoot NovaSeq 6000 light bar issues](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001286.md)
- [How to troubleshoot NovaSeq 6000 “A component failed during sequencing” error during a Cloud Outage](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000009026.md)
- [How to troubleshoot Reagent Selector Valve Errors on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001302.md)
- [How to troubleshoot failed to reach target temperature error on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000002523.md)
- [How to troubleshoot flow cell clamp or vacuum is unable to engage errors when loading flow cells on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000003046.md)
- [How to troubleshoot “A component failed during sequencing” error messages on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001265.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 Initialization failed at 93% (NVCS 1.7) or 92% (NVCS 1.5, 1.6)](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001855.md)
- [NovaSeq 6000 Run Quality and Best Practices Support Webinar Video](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000007986.md)
- [Run listed as Uploading to Network or BaseSpace on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001305.md)
- [Troubleshooting "Component Failed" errors immediately after Pre Run Checks on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000006548.md)
- [Troubleshooting "Instrument Shell has Stopped Working" on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000006676.md)
- [Troubleshooting "Unsupported Cluster Cartridge" warning during Run Setup on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000007300.md)
- [Troubleshooting "flow cell is not sufficiently level" error on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000005061.md)
- [Troubleshooting "ix\_exception\_id\_errno\_exist: 'Already Exists' on command" on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000007035.md)
- [Troubleshooting BIM SOUR 2 Handle Position Errors During NovaSeq 6000 System Checks](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000009238.md)
- [Troubleshooting Black Screen with EFI Shell message on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000008381.md)
- [Troubleshooting CE or Z:\ drive not connecting on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001858.md)
- [Troubleshooting Fatal error, exiting application. Unable to find device on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000005295.md)
- [Troubleshooting Network errors during run setup on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001287.md)
- [Troubleshooting NovaSeq 6000 Control Software fails to initialize with Universal Copy Service error](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000002545.md)
- [Troubleshooting NovaSeq 6000 Reagent Chiller outside acceptable range warning](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000005499.md)
- [Troubleshooting NovaSeq 6000 failing to initialize control software at 94 95%](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001277.md)
- [Troubleshooting NovaSeq 6000 flow cell loading issues Video](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000005612.md)
- [Troubleshooting NovaSeq 6000 optical alignment errors, BIRD warnings, and Objective Contamination](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001269.md)
- [Troubleshooting NovaSeq 6000 reagent RFID failures](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001297.md)
- [Troubleshooting Pressure decay or Impedance test stopped with NaN results on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000002492.md)
- [Troubleshooting SAV errors on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001300.md)
- [Troubleshooting Unable to Start Real Time Analysis on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000008431.md)
- [Troubleshooting an Unable to Generate a Focus Model Error on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001306.md)
- [Troubleshooting decreased intensity and clusters passing filter at flow cell inlet on NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000006690.md)
- [Troubleshooting laser coolant temperature errors on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000003300.md)
- [Troubleshooting pre run check errors on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001295.md)
- [Troubleshooting the "Unable to load recipe" error on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000007943.md)
- [Troubleshooting the large used reagent bottle is full error on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000005383.md)
- [Troubleshooting vacuum failures and flow cell vacuum is no longer engaged message on NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001309.md)
- [Troubleshooting “Unable to Register Fiducial” error on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001267.md)
- [Using expired reagents on the NovaSeq 6000](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000001275.md)
- [What to do if the NovaSeq 6000 flow cell cannot be loaded during run setup?](https://knowledge.illumina.com/instrumentation/novaseq-6000/instrumentation-novaseq-6000-troubleshooting-list/000003277.md)


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