The 4D-NucleofectorTM Software is pre-installed on your 4D-NucleofectorTM Core Unit. It comprises various functionalities:
- Operating software (firmware) - Controlling the interaction between the Core Unit and its functional units (X, Y or LV Unit) and pulse execution
- Graphical user interface - For programming and execution of an experiment
- Lonza programs list - Defining the NucleofectorTM Programs and the cell type list for direct selection of the cell-type specific Lonza optimized protocol
- Template parameter files - A set of Lonza defined parameter files for ready-to use optimization experiments
In addition, we have a 4D-NucleofectorTM PC Editor which is a PC-compatible version of the 4D-NucleofectorTM User Interface. It can be used to define experiments on the PC and then transfer them to the 4D-NucleofectorTM System via USB stick. Furthermore, you can download parameter files (experiments) or result file from the 4D-NucleofectorTM System and view these in the PC editor or print them.
Software Updates
Due to new Optimized Protocols added to the Lonza Program list or technical improvement of the operation software, your 4D-NucleofectorTM System may require an update of its program list or the whole firmware. Depending on the software version currently running on your 4D-NucleofectorTM System, you either can update it yourself or the Core Unit needs to be shipped to Lonza for updating.
Do I work with the most recent version?
To check if the software version of your system is the most recent one, please go to “Settings > Version” and fill in the form so that our Scientific Support Team can either confirm whether this is the most recent version or provide you with the appropriate update version for your system. When filling the form please also specify whether you work with the standard software version or the 4D-NucleofectorTM LogWare*.
* The 4D-NucleofectorTM LogWare is the 21 CFR part 11 compliant software for the 4D-NucleofectorTM System for transfection applications in upstream GMP manufacturing environments.