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Import Firmware from USB Flash Drive
Insert USB flash drive with the firmware to install.
Use or in the first field to select Import.
In the next field, use or to select Firmware.
Ensure that is selected, then select to import Sofia 2 firmware. Sofia 2 will complete a
self-installation and then power up in the normal startup screen. Once complete, it is safe to
remove the USB flash drive.
Import Assay Methods from USB Flash Drive
Insert USB flash drive with the assay method to install.
Use or in the first field to select Import.
In the next field, use or to select Assay Methods.
Ensure that is selected, then select to import Sofia 2 assay methods. Select the files
to install from the on-screen popup and select again. Sofia 2 will complete a self-
installation and return to the previous screen. Once complete, it is safe to remove the USB
flash drive.
Run Test (Patient Specimens)
The Run Test screen can also be accessed by selecting on most screens.
Enter the User ID
User ID can be entered using the barcode scanner or manually using the on-screen keypad.
Select the User ID field on the Run Test screen. Use the barcode scanner (Figure 17) to scan
the barcode from a User’s ID Card or manually enter the data using the on-screen keypad on
Sofia 2.
Enter the Patient ID
Patient ID can be entered using the barcode or manually using the on-screen keypad.