A 64-bit processor with a clock speed of at least 2.4 GHz
8 GB of RAM (minimum) or 16 GB of RAM (recommended)
1 TB of hard disk space (recommended)
A DVD drive or a USB port to insert the installation media
A network connection to the CDR DICOM server computer
If you are upgrading from a previous version of CDR DICOM for Windows, you need to back up your database and images before proceeding with the installation.
Installation Steps
The installation process of CDR DICOM for Windows version 5 consists of two steps: installing the server software on one computer and installing the client software on each workstation that will use the CDR devices.
Installing the Server Software
The server software is responsible for managing the database and images, as well as communicating with the CDR devices. To install the server software, follow these steps:
Close all running programs on the computer that will act as the server.
Insert the installation DVD or USB drive into the computer.
Browse the installation media and open the Server folder.
Right-click on the CDR DICOM for Windows Setup file and select Run as administrator.
Select OK to start the installation wizard.
Select Next to continue.
Accept the terms of the license agreement and select Next.
Fill in your office information and select Next.
Select Next to confirm the installation folder.
Select Install to begin the installation.
Select Finish to complete the installation.
You can find more details about installing the server software in [this document].
Installing the Client Software
The client software is responsible for capturing and viewing images from the CDR devices. To install the client software on each workstation, follow these steps:
Close all running programs on the workstation.
Insert the installation DVD or USB drive into the workstation.
Browse the installation media and open the Client folder.
Right-click on the CDR DICOM for Windows Setup file and select Run as administrator.
Select OK to start the installation wizard.
Select Next to continue.
Accept the terms of the license agreement and select Next.
Fill in your office information and select Next.
Select Next to confirm the installation folder.
Select Install to begin the installation.
Select Finish to complete the installation.
Launch the CDR DICOM for Windows software.
Select the drop-down arrow and choose the CDR DICOM server computer name in the list.
Select OK to connect to the server.
You can find more details about installing the client software in [this document].
New Features in Version 5.14
The latest version of CDR DICOM for Windows introduces two new image enhancement features: Enhancement Mode and Fixed Enhancement. These features allow you to adjust the amount of sharpness in an image after it is acquired, depending on your preference and diagnostic needs. You can also save your preferred enhancement settings as presets for future use. To access these features, click on the Enhancement button in the toolbar of the CDR DICOM for Windows software.
You can find more details about the new features in version 5.14 in [this document].
Conclusion
CDR DICOM for Windows version 5 is a powerful and user-friendly software that enables you to capture, store, and view dental images using the CDR sensors and cameras. It is compatible with Windows 10, 8.1, and 7 operating systems. To install it, you need to install the server software on one computer and the client software on each workstation that will use the CDR devices. You also need to make sure that your computer meets the minimum requirements for the software. The latest version of CDR DICOM for Windows also offers two new image enhancement features that allow you to adjust the sharpness of your images according to your preference and diagnostic needs.
We hope this article has helped you understand how to install CDR DICOM for Windows version 5. If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact the Patterson Technology Center at 800.475.5036.
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