SONOS PC Configuration Section (Printable Version)

M2424-90800-01 December, 2002
Configuration
Overview
Both the SONOS PC and SONOS system must be configured for the customer’s use.
Network configuration procedures require information from the Network Installation
Worksheet.
This section of the manual comprises the following topics:
• “D Model SONOS PC Configuration” on page 2 includes the procedures required for
all D model SONOS PCs. These are all that are needed if the D model will not commu-
nicate over a network.
• “IDI Configuration” on page 4 is an overview of configuring for network communica-
tion (the Integrated Digital Interface, or IDI function).
• “Logging On to the SONOS PC” on page 6 explains how to log on to the SONOS PC to
configure it.
• “Configuring SONOS PC For Network Communication” on page 10 contains the pro-
cedures that configure the PC for IDI.
• “Opening the Network Utility Summary Screen” on page 26 explains how to open a
screen that is used frequently in the configurations.
• “Configuring for DICOM” on page 28 contains the procedures that configure the
SONOS system and SONOS PC for communication over a DICOM network.
• “Configuring SONOS for DICOM Storage” on page 34 contains the procedures that
configure the system for DICOM Storage operations.
• “Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Storage Commit” on page 39 contains the proce-
dures that configure the system for DICOM SC operations.
• “Configuring SONOS for DICOM Modality Worklist” on page 42 contains the proce-
dures that configure the system for DICOM MWL operations.
• “Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Modality Performed Procedure Step” on page 46
contains the procedures that configure the system for DICOM MPPS operations.
• “Configuring for DICOM Print” on page 49 contains the procedures that configure the
system for DICOM Print operations.
• “Configuring For EnConcert” on page 53 contains the procedures that configure the
system for EnConcert DSR-Tiff communications.
• “Configuring the pcAnywhere Connection on a PC” on page 72 explains how to config-
ure the pcAnywhere program on a separate PC, for configuring and testing the SONOS
PC.
• “Configuring pcAnywhere V. 10.5 on the SONOS PC” on page 73 includes the config-
uration parameters of pcAnywhere on the SONOS PC. These parameters are set auto-
matically when the system software is installed, and are included here only to allow
confirmation when troubleshooting.
• “Checking and Correcting Drive Letter Assignments” on page 78 explains how to
check and correct drive letter assignments
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D Model SONOS PC Configuration

Preparing the D model SONOS PC for use involves only setting the clock, unless the PC will
function as an Integrated Digital Interface (IDI), or unless the PC has previously joined a
domain. Joining the SONOS PC to a domain disables the 3D autologon function, and requires
performing the procedure described in “Restore the 3D Autologon” on page 2.
To configure the D model SONOS PC for 3D only, complete “Set the D Model SONOS PC’s
Date and Time”. To configure the D model SONOS PC for both 3D and IDI operation,
complete “IDI Configuration” on page 4.
➤Set the D Model SONOS PC’s Date and Time
1. Log on to the SONOS PC, using the procedures described in “Network Configuration
Using SONOS Commands” on page 5.
2. On the keyboard, press the Windows key !.
NOTE If the keyboard does not have a Windows key, press Ctrl-Esc, which performs the same
function.
3. In the SONOS PC Start menu bar, double-click the clock.

4. Click the Time Zone tab. Make sure Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving
changes is checked.
5. Click the Time Zone’s list menu and select the local time zone.
6. Click the Date & Time tab and set the Month, Year, Date, and Time to the local date and
time.
7. Click OK to close the Date/Time control panel.
➤Restore the 3D Autologon
NOTE This procedure is only required if the SONOS PC has previously joined a domain, which
disables the autologon to 3D function.

2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and double-click Restore Autologon.
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Figure 1 Opening Restore Autologon
The Registry Editor window opens, asking if you’re sure.

Figure 2 Registry Editor Window (1)
3. Click Yes.
The Registry Editor window confirms that the Autologon function is restored.
4. Click OK.
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IDI Configuration
Preparing the SONOS PC for IDI operations involves three tasks:
• Logging on to the SONOS PC from a PC. (page 5)
• Configuring the SONOS PC for network communication. (page 10)
• Configuring the SONOS PC for one of two types of output:
• DICOM (page 28)
• EnConcert (page 55)
If a registry backup already exists for the customer, the SONOS PC configuration data can be
restored using the RST Registry backup/restore utility. See “Backing Up the SONOS PC
Configuration” on page 151.
Configuration requires information supplied by the site Network Administrator. This
information must be entered on the Network Installation Worksheet.
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IDI Configuration
Network
Configuration Using SONOS Commands
Each SONOS PC installation that communicates over a network requires configuring the
ultrasound system and the SONOS PC, using SONOS system commands entered with the
system keyboard. System commands are explained in Section 6, “SONOS System
Commands”. Configuration also uses information from the Network Installation Worksheet.
NOTES
• The Network Interface (NI) option must be enabled before SONOS PC can be used for
network communication. For DICOM, the appropriate options (DICOM Print [DP],
DICOM Storage [DS], Advanced DICOM [DM]) must also be enabled.
• All SONOS DICOM options must be disabled for SONOS PC to send DSR-TIFF format
images to EnConcert.
Configure the SONOS system for output to:

EnConcert (see page 53)
or
DICOM, any or all of the following:
• DICOM Storage (see page 34)
• Advanced DICOM, which includes the following:
• DICOM SC (see page 39)
• DICOM MWL (see page 42)
• DICOM MPPS (see page 46)
• DICOM Print (see page 49)
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Logging On to the SONOS PC

To log on to the SONOS PC, it must be connected to input devices and a monitor, either
directly, or through a separate PC.
• Logging on using a separate PC requires a null-modem serial cable, a crossover cable, or a
LAN cable, and the use of the pcAnywhere program.
• Logging on using a keyboard, monitor and mouse directly connected to the SONOS PC
does not require a separate PC or the pcAnywhere program.
NOTE Some configuration procedures cannot be performed when using a crossover cable.
Logging On Using a Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse

You can log on to the SONOS PC by connecting a keyboard, a monitor, and a mouse (KMM)
to it. This method is required when making BIOS changes, or when the SONOS PC does not
boot properly.
➤Connect a Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse to the SONOS PC
1. Connect the keyboard and mouse to the appropriate connectors at the rear of the SONOS
PC.
2. Connect the monitor to the VGA video connector at the rear of the SONOS PC.
Refer to Figure 10-1 on page 211 or Figure 10-2 on page 212 to locate these connectors.
NOTE You can also force the SONOS system monitor to show the PC’s display, so that you do not
need a separate monitor. The following procedure works on SONOS 7500 and some SONOS
5500 systems.
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➤Displaying the PC on the SONOS System Monitor

This procedure works on SONOS 7500 and some SONOS 5500 systems.
1. Press Test .
2. Select Other Tests & Utilities, and press Enter .

3. Select VGA Display Path Test, and press Enter
The system monitor shows the SONOS PC display.
Logging On Using a Separate PC

➤Connect the SONOS PC and PC
When using a PC to log on to the SONOS PC, the PC and SONOS PC must be connected by a
serial cable, a crossover cable, or a LAN cable.
Preferred method: Connect using a serial cable

1. Connect a 9-pin NULL Modem cable or a File Transfer serial cable to the serial port on
the PC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the COM 1 port on the SONOS PC (see Figure 10-1
on page 211 or Figure 10-2 on page 212 to locate COM 1.)
Optional method: Connect using a LAN cable (hub connection)

1. Connect a LAN cable to the PC’s network connector.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to an available hub on the customer’s LAN network.
The SONOS PC should already be connected to the LAN network.
3. Input an IP address.
Detailed steps to perform this procedure are at the end of this chapter. See “Configuring
the pcAnywhere Connection on a PC” on page 72.
Optional method: Connect using a crossover cable (point-to-point

connection)
NOTE You cannot join a domain while using a crossover cable, but the method is useful for
troubleshooting.
To connect the SONOS PC and a PC using a crossover cable:

1. Connect a crossover cable to the PC’s network connector.
2. Connect the other end of the crossover cable to the SONOS PC’s LAN connector.
➤Log on to the SONOS PC using pcAnywhere
When the SONOS PC and PC are connected, you can log on to SONOS PC from the PC:
1. Turn on the PC, then turn on the SONOS system.
Wait for the SONOS PC to finish booting up.
2. Log on to the PC.
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3. Click Start, Programs, and Symantec pcAnywhere.

Figure 4 Opening pcAnywhere
The pcAnywhere program launches.

4. Click the Remote Control button on the pcAnywhere toolbar.
5. Double-click either:
• The Direct icon for a serial connection
or
• The Network icon for a LAN connection
pcAnywhere establishes a connection with SONOS PC and displays the pcAnywhere Host
Logon dialog box.
Figure 5 pcAnywhere Host Login Dialog Box
6. Enter “DUNEUSER” in both the Username: and Password: fields. The password must
be uppercase.
The remote PC displays the SONOS PC’s Windows screen, overlaid on its own.
7. Log on to the SONOS PC by clicking the CAD button on the pcAnywhere toolbar (see
Figure 6).
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Figure 6 CAD Button for Logon
pcAnywhere
tool bar
CAD button
Note: This is the SONOS PC’s d
NOTE Although the Begin Logon message box says “Press Ctrl + Alt + Delete to log on,” DO NOT
press Ctrl-Alt-Del. Doing so will not log you on.
Log on by clicking the CAD button on the pcAnywhere toolbar. Clicking the CAD button
sends the appropriate command to the SONOS PC.
The Logon Information dialog box opens.

Figure 7 Logon Information Dialog Box
8. Type “DUNEUSER” (all capital letters) in both the Username: and Password: fields, and
click OK.
NOTES
• Always log on as DUNEUSER or DOMAIN/DUNEUSER. If you log on as something else,
the system may not automatically send studies when used for portable exams.
• Installing the SONOS PC software using the ghost image process automatically loads the
DUNEUSER and Administrator accounts.
NOTE If an error message indicates an unsuccessful logon, press Caps Lock and type
DUNEUSER in the User name: and Password: fields again.
9. If only one Start menu task bar appears at the bottom of the pcAnywhere window, click
the resizing button on the pcAnywhere menu bar, then click the Full Screen button on the
pcAnywhere toolbar (see Figure 8).
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Figure 8 Resizing and Screen Scaling Buttons
Resizing button
Full Screen
button
The PC displays two Start menu task bars (see Figure 9):
• The task bar in the pcAnywhere window is the SONOS PC’s Start menu bar, which is used
for the rest of this configuration procedure.
• The lower bar is the PC’s Start menu bar.
Figure 9 SONOS PC and PC Start Menu Task Bars
SONOS
PC start
menu
PC start
menu
task bar
NOTE You must have a pcAnywhere user account for full control of its features. For more
information about using pcAnywhere, refer to your pcAnywhere user documentation.
End of Network Configuration Using SONOS Commands; proceed to “Configuring SONOS
PC For Network Communication” on page 10.
Configuring SONOS PC For Network

Communication
To communicate with a server, the SONOS PC must be configured for network
communication, then configured for either DICOM or EnConcert servers.
All of the values and settings in these procedures are taken from the Network Installation
Worksheet. You must be logged on to the SONOS PC from a PC, or with a keyboard, monitor,
and mouse connected to the SONOS PC, to perform these procedures. (See“Log on to the
SONOS PC using pcAnywhere” on page 7.)
Configuring the SONOS PC for network communication is a typical networking procedure.
For help with networking problems or advanced network configurations, refer to the Microsoft
Knowledge Base.
Network configuration checklist

Set the SONOS PC clock (page 11) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
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Configure for a DHCP server (page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑

Configure a static IP address (page 13) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Join a Windows workgroup (page 15) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Join a Windows domain (page 15) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Configure the domain name system (DNS) (if applicable) (page 17) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Configure the Windows internet name service (WINS) (if applicable) (page 18) . . . . . . ❑
Configure the LMHOSTS file (If applicable) (page 20) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Configure the network adaptor card for best performance (if needed) (page 21) . . . . . . ❑
Restart the SONOS PC to enable the configurations (page 22) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Verify the network connection (page 22) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Change the SONOS PC’s computer name (page 23) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Set the SONOS system clock to the local date and time (page 25) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
NOTE The SONOS PC requires that its clock be reasonably synchronized with the SONOS system
clock. Both clocks must be checked or set during the SONOS PC installation.
➤Set the SONOS PC clock

2. In the SONOS PC Start menu bar, double-click the clock.
3. Click the Time Zone tab. Make sure Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving
changes is checked.
4. Click the Time Zone’s list menu and select the local time zone.
5. Click the Date & Time tab and set the Month, Year, Date, and Time to the local date and
time.
6. Click OK to close the Date/Time control panel.
NOTE The SONOS PC uses an IP address either obtained from a DHCP server, or manually entered
now. Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet for the required configurations, and
complete the applicable procedure.
• If the network uses DHCP, proceed to “Configure for a DHCP server” on page 12.
or
• If the network uses a static IP address, proceed to “Configure a static IP address” on page 13
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➤Configure for a DHCP server

2. Click All Programs, Support Tools and Network Properties.
Figure 10 Opening Network Properties
The Network Connections screen displays.

Figure 11 Network Connections Screen
3. Double-click Local Connection.

The Local Area Connections Properties window opens.
Figure 12 Local Area Connection Properties Window
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4. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties.

The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window opens.
Figure 13 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window (Automatic)
5. Click Obtain an IP address automatically, and Obtain DNS server address

automatically, so their radio buttons are selected
6. Click OK to close the window.
➤Configure a static IP address
Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet.
2. Click All Programs, Support Tools and Network Properties.
The Network Connections screen displays.
3. Double-click Local Connection.
The Local Area Connections Properties window opens.
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window opens.
5. Click Use the following IP address:.
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Figure 14 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window (Static)
6. Enter the information from the Installation worksheet in the appropriate fields.
7. Click OK, and click Close.
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➤Join a Windows workgroup
NOTE All EnConcert installations use a domain, while most DICOM installations use a workgroup.

2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and System Properties.
The System Properties window opens
3. Click the Computer Name tab.
4. Click Change....
The Computer Name Changes window opens.
5. Click Workgroup:.
6. In the Workgroup: field, enter the workgroup name from the Installation Worksheet.
7. Click OK to close the Computer Name Changes window.
➤Join a Windows domain
NOTE If the SONOS PC and a PC are connected with a crossover cable, you cannot join a domain.

3. Click the Computer Name tab.
4. Click Change....
5. Click Domain: (see Figure 29 on page 24.)
6. In Domain: field, type the domain name from the Installation Worksheet.
7. Click OK to close the Computer Name Changes window.
A dialog box opens, asking for the domain administrator’s password.
8. Enter the password in the field of the dialog box., and click OK.
9. Click OK to close the System Properties window.
A message box opens, asking if you want to reboot.
10. Click Yes.
The computer reboots.
11. When the SONOS PC restarts, click Options in the log on dialog box.
12. Click the Log on to: list, and select the local computer in the list.
13. In the User name: and Password fields, enter DUNEUSER
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14. Click OK.
NOTE Joining a domain disables the autologon to 3D function. If you are configuring a D model
SONOS PC, perform the following procedure to restore the autologon function. If you are
configuring a C model SONOS PC, skip to “Configure the domain name system (DNS) (if
applicable)” on page 17, or “Configure the Windows internet name service (WINS) (if
applicable)” on page 18.
➤Restore the 3D Autologon

2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and double-click Restore Autologon.
Figure 15 Opening Restore Autologon
The Registry Editor window opens, asking if you’re sure.

3. Click Yes.
The Registry Editor window confirms that the Autologon function is restored.
4. Click OK.
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5. Restart the SONOS PC.

➤Configure the domain name system (DNS) (if applicable)
Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet. If the SONOS PC will use DNS, complete the
following procedure:
2. Click All Programs, Support Tools and Network Properties. (See Figure 10 on
page 12)
The Network Connections screen displays. (See Figure 11 on page 12.)
3. In the Network Connections screen, double-click Local Connection.
The Local Area Connection Status window opens.
4. Click Properties.
The Local Area Connections window opens. (See Figure 12 on page 12.)
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties window opens. (See Figure 13 on page 13.)
6. Click Advanced...
The Advanced TCP/IP Settings window opens.
Figure 18 Advanced TCP/IP Settings Window (DNS)
7. Click the DNS tab.

8. Click Add.
The TCP/IP DNS Server window opens.
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Figure 19 TCP/IP DNS Server Window
9. Enter the DNS server address from the Installation Worksheet in the window’s field, and
click Add.
The TCP/IP DNS Server window closes.
10. To add additional DNS servers, repeat step 8 and step 9.
11. Click OK to close the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window.
➤Configure the Windows internet name service (WINS) (if applicable)
If the SONOS PC will use WINS, complete the following procedure:
1. In the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window, click the WINS tab.
Figure 20 Advanced TCP/IP Settings Window (WINS)
2. Click Add.
The TCP/IP WINS Server window opens.
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Figure 21 TCP/IP WINS Server Window
3. Enter the WINS server address in the WINS server: field.

4. Click Add.
The TCP/IP WINS Server window closes.
5. If an LMHOSTS file will be used, continue to “Configure the LMHOSTS file (If
applicable)” on page 20. If no LMHOSTS will be used, click OK to close the TCP/IP
Advanced Settings window, and proceed to “Configure the network adaptor card for best
performance (if needed)” on page 21.
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➤Configure the LMHOSTS file (If applicable)

If the SONOS PC will use an LMHOSTS file, complete the following procedure:
1. In the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window (see Figure 18 on page 17), click the WINS
tab.
Figure 22 Advanced TCP/IP Settings Window (WINS)
2. If the network administrator has provided an LMHOST file on disk, insert the disk in the
appropriate drive.
3. Click Enable LMHOSTS lookup.
4. If DHCP is not used, click Enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP, so the button is selected.
5. Click Import LMHOSTS....
The Open window opens.
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Figure 23 The Open Window
6. Click the drive that contains the LMHOST file, and click Open.
The Open window closes.
7. In the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window, click Add.
The TCP/IP WINS Server window opens.
Figure 24 TCP/IP WINS Server Window
8. Enter the WINS server’s IP address, from the Installation Worksheet.

9. Click OK to close the Advanced TCP/IP Settings window.
10. Shut down and restart the SONOS PC.
12. Click the Log on to: list, and select the local computer in the list.
14. Click OK.
➤Configure the network adaptor card for best performance (if needed)
NOTE The default settings of AutoDetect for Duplex and Speed may not be appropriate for the
network. Consult the network Administrator for the best configuration.

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2. Click All Programs, Support Tools and Network Properties. (See Figure 10 on
page 12)
The Network Connections screen displays. (See Figure 11 on page 12.)
3. In the Network Connections screen, double-click Local Area Connection.
The Local Area Connections Properties window opens. (See Figure 12 on page 12.)
4. In the Local Area Connections Properties window, click Configure.
The Server Adapter Properties window opens.
Figure 25 Server Adapter Properties Window
5. Click the Advanced tab.

6. In the Property: list, click Link Speed & Duplex.
7. Click the Value: menu, and select the value specified in the Installation Worksheet.
8. Click OK.
➤Restart the SONOS PC to enable the configurations
• Close all dialog boxes and restart the SONOS PC.
➤Verify the network connection
1. Click Start and Run.
The Run dialog box opens.
Figure 26 Run Dialog Box
2. Type cmd and click OK to access DOS.

3. At the C:\ prompt, type PING (IP address), where (IP address) is the IP address of the
server you are connecting to.
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4. Verify that the connection is successful.

5. Type C:\ PING (server name).
6. Verify that the connection is successful.
➤Change the SONOS PC’s computer name
Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet. The SONOS PC’s computer is identified by a
computer name, and sometimes a workgroup or domain name (depending on the type of
network). The SONOS PC’s computer name must be unique on the network.
To change the SONOS PC’s computer name:
function.

Figure 27 Opening the System Properties Window

3. Click the Computer Name tab. (See Figure 28.)
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Figure 28 System Properties Window
4. Click Change....
Figure 29 Computer Name Changes Window
5. Enter the computer’s new name (from the worksheet, less than 16 characters).
6. Click OK to enter the new name.
NOTE If a dialog box appears requesting a user name and password, you must enter an administrator
password for the local computer.
A dialog box may open, asking if you want to reboot.

7. Reboot the SONOS PC.
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➤Set the SONOS system clock to the local date and time
1. Press Setup .
2. On the right touch screen, tap SYSTEM.

3. Use the HOUR and MINUTE rotary controls to set the SONOS clock to the same time as
the SONOS PC clock. (See “Set the SONOS PC clock” on page 11.)
End of Configuring SONOS PC For Network Communication. Proceed to either:

“Configuring for DICOM” on page 28, or “Configuring For EnConcert” on page 53.
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Opening the Network Utility Summary Screen

Many of the procedures that follow include operations performed in the Network Utility
Summary screen. The following procedure opens the screen. It is referred to in those sections
that use the screen.
➤Open the Network Utility Summary Screen
1. Press Test . The SONOS system displays the Test Menu on its monitor.
Figure 30 Test Menu
Test Menu
System : CV03D75SF
Run Basic Test
Serial No. : 9708A09108
Run Extended Basic Doppler : Present
Study Manager: Present 1G
Key Processor Video : RS 170 US
Stripchart : Absent
Scan Converter VCR : AG-MD835/30
Color Printer:
Scanner
B/W Printer:
Other Tests & Utilities DSR/MOD: Present
Network Intr.: DSR Store
Test Setup AQ : Absent
Color Kinesis: Absent
Run Time Error Log Physios : Extended
Localize Code: ABA USA
System Information
Remote Service Mode Name Part Number Rev.

KP 77100-1xxxx TCVC0
RST Error Log BE 77100-1xxxx TCVC0
To return to Imaging mode,

press Test key
2. Select Other Tests & Utilities, and press Enter .

The Other Tests and Utilities screen displays.
3. Select Network Utility, and press Enter .
The Network Utility Summary screen displays.
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Figure 31 Network Utility Summary Screen
NETWORK UTILITY SUMMARY SCREEN

================================
PC NAME: SONOS PC’s PC Name)
Domain Name: (From worksheet)
IP ADDRESS: 192.168.10.10/255.255.255.0 (Example is value as shipped)
AE Title: IDI_PCNAME
DICOM Store:
DICOM Storage Commit:
BW Printer:
COLOR Printer:
DICOM MWL:
DICOM MPPS:
BEEPS: BEEPS are On, DEBUG BEEPS are OFF
IDI S/W Ver: 77471-11020 (Date and time of software release)
PC BIOS Ver: 4/19/99
NOTE Values in Figure 31 are examples. See “DICOM summary information” on page 179.
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Configuring for DICOM

Both the SONOS PC and the SONOS system must be configured for communication with a
DICOM server. Complete “Configuring SONOS PC For Network Communication” on
page 10 before beginning these procedures.
To verify DICOM communication, the SONOS PC must be connected to the network.
NOTE The SONOS PC is configured for DSR at the factory; it must be reconfigured with the
procedures below before use with DICOM.
Configure SONOS PC for DICOM

Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM checklist
Change the network format (page 28) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Log on to the SONOS PC (page 28) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Disable AutoExNT (page 28) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Confirm the IDI_DICOM service settings (page 31) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Verify the server domain (page 32) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Change the SONOS PC’s AE title (Application Entity title) (page 33). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
➤Change the network format
SONOS PC is configured for DSR communication at the factory. You must change the
Network format setting from DSR to DICOM and reboot the system before setting the server
name.
1. Open the Network Utility Summary screen as described on page 26.
2. On the command line, type NETWORK, a space, and DICOM, then press ↵ .
3. Cycle the system power off, then on, and wait for the SONOS PC to finish booting up.
The SONOS system is set to use DICOM communication protocol.
➤Log on to the SONOS PC
Refer to “Logging On to the SONOS PC” on page 6.
1. In the log on dialog box, click Options.
2. Click the Log on to: list, and select the PC name in the list.
4. Click OK.
NOTE This DUNEUSER account referred to here is not a workgroup or domain account; it is a local
account on the SONOS PC. (EnConcert domains use another DUNEUSER account.)
➤Disable AutoExNT
NOTE AutoExNT must be disabled for DICOM communications.
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2. Click All Programs, Support Tools and Services.
Figure 32 Opening the Services Window
The Services window opens.

Figure 33 Services Window
3. Double-click AutoExNT in the list.

The AutoExNT Properties window opens.
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Figure 34 AutoExNT Window
4. Click the Startup type: menu, and select Disabled.

5. Click OK.
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➤Confirm the IDI_DICOM service settings
NOTES
• The NETWORK command automatically sets the parameters described here when
NETWORK: DICOM is entered. (See “NETWORK [DICOM|DSR]” on page 170.) The
procedure that follows confirms that the settings are correct.
• When powered up, the system checks the Registry to determine whether the DUNE service
or the IDI_DICOM service is used. The first time the network service is changed, the
SONOS system display shows a warning:
“Note: SONOS configuration options must match Network format.”
1. In the Services window (Figure 33, on page 29), double-click IDI_DICOM in the list.
The IDI Properties window opens.
Figure 35 IDI_DICOM Properties Window (General)
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2. Click the Startup Type: menu, and select Automatic.

3. Click Apply.
4. Click the Log On tab, and confirm that the This Account button is selected.
Figure 36 IDI_DICOM Properties Window (Log On)
5. Click OK.
The DUNEUSER account is added, and the password is set.
➤Verify the server domain
2. Verify that the domain name is listed correctly.
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➤Change the SONOS PC’s AE title (Application Entity title)

Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet. The default IDI AE title is IDI_PCNAME. If the
worksheet calls for another AE title, perform steps 1 and 2 below.
1. On the Network Utility Summary screen’s command line, type AETITLE, followed by a
space and the SONOS PC’s AE title from the worksheet.
Example: AETITLE IDI_IDI_9108
NOTE The AE title is case sensitive; enter it exactly as shown on the Installation Worksheet.
2. Press ↵ .
“AETITLE set to...” appears.
To correct a mistake, repeat steps 1 and 2 to add the SONOS PC AE title; the new name
automatically replaces the old name.
3. Reboot the SONOS PC.
Changes take effect after you reboot the system.
End of Configure SONOS PC for DICOM. Proceed to:

• “Configuring SONOS for DICOM Storage” on page 34
• “Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Storage Commit” on page 39
• “Configuring SONOS for DICOM Modality Worklist” on page 42
• “Configuring for DICOM Print” on page 49
as required.
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Configuring SONOS for DICOM Storage

The procedures in this section configure the SONOS system for sending captured images to a
DICOM storage server. All values and settings are from the Network Installation Worksheet.
Complete “Configuring for DICOM” on page 28 before beginning this procedure.
In “DICOM SCP,” SCP stands for Service Class Provider.
Using commands
When entering commands, you can use abbreviated commands by typing the first letters that
are unique to the command.
To display detailed information about a command, including its expected syntax, use Help:
• Type H, followed by the command, and press ↵ .
Checklist for DICOM Storage configuration
Confirm DICOM services (page 34) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Open the Network Utility Summary Screen (page 26) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Enter the client’s DICOM storage SCP server information (page 36). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Correct errors in the server information (page 37) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Choose the DICOM Storage SCP server (page 37) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Send the Verify Server command (page 37) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Verify entries on the Summary screen (page 37) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Set the image compression (page 37) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Exit Test mode and test communication (page 38) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
NOTE The NI (Network Interface) and DS (DICOM Store) options must be enabled in the SONOS
RST menu.
➤Confirm DICOM services

1. Press Test .
The SONOS system displays the Test Menu on its monitor.
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Figure 37 Test Menu

Test Menu
System : CV03D75SF
Run Basic Test
Serial No. : 9708A09108
Run Extended Basic Doppler : Present
Study Manager: Present 1G
Key Processor Video : RS 170 US
Stripchart : Absent
Scan Converter VCR : AG-MD835/30
Color Printer: UP-2950
Scanner
B/W Printer: Up-895
Other Tests & Utilities DSR/MOD: Present
Network Intr.: DICOM S M P
Test Setup AQ : Absent
Color Kinesis: Absent
Run Time Error Log Physios : Extended
Localize Code: ABA USA
System Information
Remote Service Mode Name Part Number Rev.

KP 77100-1xxxx TCVC0
RST Error Log BE 77100-1xxxx TCVC0
To return to Imaging mode,

press Test key
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2. Verify that Network Intr.: is set to DICOM, with one or all of S, M, or P after DICOM.
(S stands for DICOM Store, M stands for Advanced DICOM, and P stands for DICOM
Print.)
If the required options do not display, you must install them.
NOTE If there are untransferred studies on the hard drive, you may have to flush the queue. See
“FLUSHQUEUE” on page 164.
➤Open the Network Utility Summary screen

• Open the Network Utility Summary screen as described on page 26.
➤Enter the client’s DICOM storage SCP server information
NOTE The DICOM SCP server may already be configured. If it is, proceed to “Choose the DICOM
Storage SCP server” on page 37.
1. Use the trackball to place the cursor in the command line, and type ADDSERVER
followed by a space.
2. On the same line, type a label for the client’s storage SCP server, followed by a space.
This label is used to associate an alias name to the client’s storage SCP server; any
combination of alphanumeric characters is OK.
3. On the same line, type the SCP server’s host name (network name) or IP address, followed
by a space.
4. On the same line, type the SCP server’s port number, followed by a space.
5. On the same line, type the SCP server’s AE title (Application Entity title.
The SCP server’s AE title is case sensitive; enter it exactly as shown on the Network
Installation Worksheet.
NOTE If the network response is slow, for example if the Internet is used as the network, you may
have to enter a response timeout value. This is not usually necessary, as the default timeout
works well unless communications are very slow.
6. To enter a response timeout value:

• If the storage SCP server’s response timeout value is available, type the value in seconds on
the same line. Press ↵ .
or
• If the storage SCP server’s response timeout is not available, press ↵ .
The system uses a 30-minute default response timeout.
“ADDSERVER <(label)> added” appears at the top of the screen.
7. To verify that the server is added correctly, type LISTSERVERS in the command line and
press ↵ .
The newly added server appears in the Listserver screen.
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Example: ADDSERVER ASW 192.168.10.40 104 Store_AE 120

➤Correct errors in the server information
If the server name or other information does not appear on the Listserver screen as you expect,
you must delete the incorrect server definition and replace it with the desired server definition.
To replace a server:
1. From the Listserver screen, find the label of the server that you want to remove.
2. On the command line, type DELSERVER followed by a space and the label of the server
that you want to remove. Press ↵ .
3. Repeat “Enter the client’s DICOM storage SCP server information” on page 36 to
correctly add the server.
➤Choose the DICOM Storage SCP server
Configure the DICOM server you want the SONOS PC to send image files to:
1. On the command line, type SERVER, followed by a space and the label of the server to
receive image files from the SONOS PC.
This is the label entered in “Enter the client’s DICOM storage SCP server information” on
page 36. The LISTSERVERS command displays the available server labels.
NOTE Entering NONE for the server label disables network storage.
2. Press ↵ .
the following message appears:
Storage server set to:
(label entered in step 1)
➤Send the Verify Server command
1. In the Summary screen, type VERIFYSERVER in the command line, followed by a space.
2. Type the server label, then press ↵ .
The system verifies communication with the server.
➤Verify entries on the Summary screen
1. Highlight the command line, type SUMMARY, and press ↵ .
2. If any of the summary information is wrong, correct it using the relevant part of this
procedure.
➤Set the image compression
Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet to find the image compression schemes for still
and loop images. If none are listed, use JPEG.
1. In the command line, type COMPRESSION, a space, STILL, a space, and the
compression type. (See COMPRESSION on page 163.)
2. Press ↵ .
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3. In the command line, type COMPRESSION, a space, LOOP, a space, and the compression
type.
Example: COMPRESSION LOOP JPEG 75
4. Press ↵ .
➤Exit Test mode and test communication
1. Press Test to return to imaging mode.
2. Send a test image from SONOS PC to the client’s DICOM SCP server, and verify that the
image is sent correctly.
3. Press Test to enter Test mode.
4. Use the Study Status command to verify successful transfer.
End of Configuring SONOS for DICOM Storage. Proceed to:

• “Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Storage Commit” on page 39
• “Configuring for DICOM Print” on page 49 as required.
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Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Storage Commit
Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Storage

Commit
The following procedures configure the SONOS PC to use DICOM storage commitment
(SCU). All values and settings are from the Network Installation Worksheet. Complete
“Configure SONOS PC for DICOM” on page 28 before beginning this procedure.
NOTE This service is part of Revision C; earlier versions of the SONOS PC software do not support
DICOM Storage Commit.
Checklist for DICOM SC configuration

Enter the Client’s DICOM SC server Information (page 39) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Choose the DICOM SC Server (page 40). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Verify entries on the Summary screen (page 41) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
NOTE The NI (Network Interface), DM (Advanced DICOM), and DS (DICOM Store) options must
be enabled in the SONOS RST menu.
➤Enter the Client’s DICOM SC server Information

NOTE The DICOM Storage Commit server label may already be configured. If it is, proceed to
“Choose the DICOM SC Server” on page 40.
2. On the same line, type a label for the client’s Storage Commit server, followed by a space.
This label is used to associate an alias name to the client’s SCP server; any combination of
alphanumeric characters is OK.
3. On the same line, type the SCP server’s Host Name (Network Name) or IP address,
4. On the same line, type the SCP server’s Port Number, followed by a space.
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works well unless communications are very slow.

• If the SCP storage commit server’s response timeout value is available, type value in sec-
onds on the same line. Press ↵ .
or
• If the SCP storage commit server’s response timeout is not available, press ↵ .
The system uses a default response timeout.
Example: ADDSERVER ASW 192.168.10.40 104 Store_AE 120
press ↵ .
If the server information does not appear on the Listserver screen as you expected, you must
delete the incorrect server and replace it with the desired server.
3. Repeat “Enter the Client’s DICOM SC server Information” on page 39 to correctly add the
server.
NOTE The SONOS PC’s AE title was configured in “Change the SONOS PC’s AE title (Application
Entity title)” on page 33. You do not need to repeat the configuration.
➤Choose the DICOM SC Server

1. On the command line, type SCSERVER, followed by a space and the label of the server to
configure. (See SCSERVER on page 176).
This is the label entered in “Enter the Client’s DICOM SC server Information” on
Example: SCSERVER (server label)
NOTE Entering NONE for the server label disables Storage Commitment.
2. Press ↵ .
The following message appears:
Storage Commit server set to:
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1. Highlight the command line, type SUMMARY, and press ↵ .
procedure.
2. Send a test image from SONOS PC to the client’s DICOM Storage server, and verify that
the image is sent correctly.
4. From the Network Utility Summary screen, send the STUDYSTATUS command (see
STUDYSTATUS on page 178), and verify that the storage commit response is set
correctly for the study.
NOTE Depending on the SCP’s properties, Storage Commit response may be delayed for periods as
long as several days.
End of Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Storage Commit. Proceed to:

• “Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Modality Performed Procedure Step” on
page 46
as required. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Configuring SONOS for DICOM Modality Worklist
Configuring SONOS for DICOM Modality

Worklist
The following procedures configure the SONOS system to perform DICOM Modality
Worklist (MWL) functions. All values and settings are from the Network Installation
Worksheet. Complete “Configure SONOS PC for DICOM” on page 28 before beginning this
procedure.
Checklist for DICOM MWL configuration
Enter the client’s DICOM MWL server information (page 42). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Choose the DICOM MWL server (page 43) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Set the MWL Poll frequency (page 43) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Set constraints for MWL queries (page 44) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
NOTE The NI (Network Interface) and DM (Advanced DICOM) options must be enabled in the
SONOS RST menu.
➤Enter the client’s DICOM MWL server information

3. On the same line, type a label for the client’s MWL server, followed by a space.
This label is used to associate an alias name to the client’s SCP server; any combination of
alphanumeric characters is OK.
NOTE The DICOM MWL server label may already be configured. If it is, enter the MWLSERVER
command, and proceed to “Set constraints for MWL queries” on page 44. (Also see
“MWLSERVER [serverlabel | NONE]” on page 169).
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works well unless communications are slow.

• If the SCP server’s response timeout value is available, type value in seconds on the same
line. Press ↵ .
or
• If the SCP server’s response timeout is not available, press ↵ .
The system uses a default response timeout.
Example: ADDSERVER MWL 192.168.10.40 104 MWL_AE 120
press ↵ .
If the server information does not appear on the Listserver screen as you expected, you must
delete the incorrect server and replace it with the desired server.
1. On the Listserver screen, find the label of the server that you want to remove.
3. Repeat “Enter the client’s DICOM MWL server information” on page 42 to correctly add
the server.
➤Choose the DICOM MWL server
1. On the command line, type MWLSERVER, followed by a space and the label of the server
to configure. (See “MWLSERVER [serverlabel | NONE]” on page 169.)
This is the label entered in “Enter the client’s DICOM MWL server information” on
NOTE Entering NONE for the server label disables DICOM MWL functions.
2. Press ↵ .
MWL server set to:
Worklist poller restarted for mwl

➤Set the MWL Poll frequency
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1. On the command line, type MWLPOLL, a space, and the checking frequency from the
installation worksheet. Press ↵ . (See MWLPOLL on page 168.)
NOTE Do not enter MWLPOLL OFF, because that will disable MWL. Set the frequency to 60, if
longer polling intervals are required..
➤Set constraints for MWL queries

This procedure sets the constraints for MWL queries, as listed in the Network Installation
worksheet. (See MWLQUERY on page 168.)
The following table describes the MWLQUERY constraint values, and lists their defaults.
Table 1-1 MWL Query Constraint Values

Attribute Value Default
AETITLE DICOM Application Entity Title of No AETITLE
this system. restriction
MWL query shows only worklist
entries specifically assigned to this
system.
START_DATE TODAY Today
YESTERDAY
LAST n DAYS (n = range from n
days ago until today)
NEXT n DAYS (n = range from
today until n days after today)
n HOURS FROM NOW (n = range
from n hours ago until n hours from
now)
MODALITY Specific modality type. US (ultrasound)
STATUS A DICOM enumerated status value, Unconstrained
SCHEDULED or left unconstrained.
To set the MWL Query constraints:
NOTE Only settings listed on the Installation Worksheet that differ from the defaults require setting.
1. On the Network Utility Summary screen command line, type MWLQUERY, followed by
a space, AETITLE, a space, and the SONOS PC’s AE title. Press ↵ .
Example: MWLQUERY AETITLE (DICOM AE title)
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2. On the command line, type MWLQUERY, followed by a space, START_DATE, a space,

and the start date from the Installation worksheet. Press ↵ .
Example: MWLQUERY START_DATE NEXT 7 DAYS
3. If the MWL modality is not ultrasound, type MWLQUERY, followed by a space,
MODALITY, a space, and the MWL modality. Press ↵ .
Example: MWLQUERY MODALITY US
4. On the command line, type MWLQUERY, followed by a space, STATUS, a space, and the
MWL status value. Press ↵ .
Example: MWLQUERY STATUS SCHEDULED
1. On the Network Utility Summary screen command line, type VERIFYSERVER, followed
by a space.
1. On the Network Utility Summary screen command line, type SUMMARY and press
↵ .
The system updates the Summary screen.
procedure.
2. Open the Patient Pick list, and verify that the MWL parameters are correct. (Refer to the
SONOS user documentation for information on the Patient Pick list.)
NOTE For this operation to succeed, there must be ordered studies on the MWL SCP that match the
selected criteria.
End of Configuring SONOS for DICOM Modality Worklist. Proceed to:

• “Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Modality Performed Procedure Step” on
page 46
as required.
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Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Modality Performed Procedure Step
Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Modality

Performed Procedure Step
The following procedures configure the SONOS PC to use Modality Performed Procedure
Step (MPPS). All values and settings are from the Network Installation Worksheet. Complete
“Configure SONOS PC for DICOM” on page 28 before beginning this procedure.
Checklist for DICOM MPPS configuration
Enter the client’s DICOM MPPS server information (page 46) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Choose the DICOM MPPS server (page 47) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
NOTE The NI (Network Interface) and DM (Advanced DICOM) options must be enabled in the
SONOS RST menu.
➤Enter the client’s DICOM MPPS server information

NOTE The DICOM MPPS server may already be configured. If it is, proceed to “Choose the DICOM
MPPS server” on page 47.

3. On the same line, type a label for the client’s MPPS server, followed by a space.
This label is used to associate an alias name to the client’s storage SCP server; any
6. On the same line, type the SCP server’s AE title (Application Entity title. Press ↵ .
Example: ADDSERVER ris 192.168.10.40 104 ris_AE 120
press ↵ .
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If the server name you expected does not appear on the Listserver screen, you must delete the
incorrect server and replace it with the desired server.
3. Repeat “Enter the client’s DICOM MPPS server information” on page 46 to correctly add
the server.
NOTE The SONOS PC’s AE title was configured in “Change the SONOS PC’s AE title (Application
Entity title)” on page 33. You do not need to repeat the configuration.
➤Choose the DICOM MPPS server
NOTE The DICOM MPPS server label may already be configured. If it is, enter the MPPSSERVER
command. (See “MPPSSERVER” on page 168).
1. On the command line, type MPPSSERVER, followed by a space and the label of the
server to configure.
This is the label entered in “Enter the client’s DICOM MPPS server information” on
Example: MPPSSERVER (MPPS server label)
NOTE Entering NONE for the server label disables MPPS storage.
2. Press ↵ .
MPPS server set to:
2. Type the server label, and press Press ↵ .
1. Highlight the command line, type SUMMARY, and press Press ↵ .
procedure.
2. Send a test study from SONOS PC to the client’s DICOM storage server.
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4. On the Network Utility Summary screen command line, type STUDYSTATUS and press
Press ↵ . to verify that the MPPS for the test study was sent successfully. (See
STUDYSTATUS on page 178.)
End of Configuring SONOS PC for DICOM Modality Performed Procedure Step. Proceed to
“Configuring for DICOM Print” on page 49, as required.
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Configuring for DICOM Print

The procedure below configures the SONOS system to send captured images to a DICOM
printer.
All values and settings are from the Network Installation Worksheet.
Complete “Configuring for DICOM” on page 28 before beginning this procedure.
NOTE The NI (Network Interface), DS (DICOM Storage), and DP (DICOM Print) options must be
enabled in the SONOS RST menu.
NOTE Help with the configuration commands is available in the Network Utility Summary screen.
Select Help at the bottom of the screen, and press ↵ .

Enter the client’s DICOM Print color printer server information (page 49). . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Enter the client’s DICOM Print black-and-white printer server information (page 50) ...❑
Verify that the servers are added correctly (page 50) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Send the Printer Restart command (page 51) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Verify print servers (page 51) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Configure DICOM printer communication type (page 51) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Configure SONOS printer communication type (page 52). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Test DICOM Print communications (page 52) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
➤Open the Network Utility Summary screen
• Open the Network Utility Summary screen as described on page 26.
➤Enter the client’s DICOM Print color printer server information
2. On the same line, type a label for the client’s DICOM Print color printer server, followed
by a space.
This label is used to associate an alias name to the client’s DICOM Print server; any
5. On the same line, type the SCP server’s AE title (Application Entity title). Press ↵ .
Example: ADDSERVER CODONICS 192.168.10.50 104 PRINT_AE
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NOTE The AE title is case sensitive; enter it exactly as shown on the Network Installation Worksheet.
➤Enter the client’s DICOM Print black-and-white printer server information

• Repeat steps 1 through 5 above with the client’s DICOM Print black-and-white printer
server information (from the Network Installation Worksheet).
NOTE Some customers use only one printer.
➤Verify that the servers are added correctly

• Type LISTSERVERS in the command line and press ↵ .
The newly added server appears in the Listserver screen. To correct mistakes in the newly
added server, replace it on the list.
To replace a server on the list:
1. On the Listserver screen, find the label of the server that you want to remove.
Example: DELSERVER CODONICS
3. Repeat “Enter the client’s DICOM Print color printer server information” on page 49 or
“Enter the client’s DICOM Print black-and-white printer server information” on page 50
to correctly add the server.
Configure the SONOS PC for the customer’s printers

All the values entered in these steps are typed into the command line of the Network Utility
Summary screen.
NOTE Configuring parameters in the Network Installation Worksheet is required only if they differ
from the defaults. The exceptions are the printer server labels, which must always be entered.
Table 1-2 lists the printer commands used to configure the SONOS PC for the customer’s
printers. Refer to Table 6-3 on page 171, and the explanations that follow Table 6-3, for more
information on the commands.
Table 1-2 Printer Command List

Printer Commands
ADD ANNOT BORDER CONFIG COPIES
DENSITY DEST EMPTY FORMAT LUT
MAG MEDIUM ORIENTATION PDU PLANAR
POLARITY PRIORITY SERVER SIZE SMOOTH
TIMEOUT TRIM WINDOW
1. To configure a color printer, type PRINTER ADD, followed by a space, COLOR, a space,
and the color printer server label, then press ↵ .
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Example: PRINTER ADD COLOR CODONICS

2. To configure a black-and-white printer, type PRINTER ADD, followed by a space, BW, a
space, and the black-and-white printer server label, then press ↵ .
Example: PRINTER ADD BW DRYSTAR
3. Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet for the values of the remaining Printer
configurations.
If the Worksheet value is the same as the default, no entry is required.
4. If any of the entries on the Worksheet are different from the default values, for any of the
printers:
a. Type PRINTER, followed by a space.
b. Type the command name from Table 1-2, followed by a space.
c. Type either COLOR or BW, depending on the printer type, followed
by a space.
d. Type the value from the Worksheet, then press ↵ .
Example: PRINTER BORDER BW BLACK
➤Send the Printer Restart command
1. Return to the Summary screen and type PRINTER RESTART in the command line, then
press ↵ .
The new printer configurations are applied.
2. Return to the Other Tests and Utilities screen.
➤Verify print servers
1. In the Other Tests and Utilities screen command line, type PRINTER LIST and press
↵ .
The printer server information displays.
2. Confirm that the required print servers are listed.
3. Return to the Network Utility Summary screen and type VERIFYSERVER in the
command line, followed by a space and the print server label, then press ↵ .
4. Repeat step 3 for each printer server.
➤Configure DICOM printer communication type
1. In the Network Utility Summary screen, select Config and press Enter .
The DICOM Printer Selection screen appears.
2. Choose Color, B&W, or Both, and press Enter .
3. Select Okay, and press Enter .
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NOTE To test printer communications, the SONOS printer configurations must match the choice
made in step 2. Configure SONOS using the “Configure SONOS printer communication type”
procedure below.
➤Configure SONOS printer communication type

1. Press Setup .
The SONOS system enters Setup mode.
2. On the right touch screen, tap Print.
3. Use the rotary control to select the same printer communication type selected for DICOM
in “Configure DICOM printer communication type” on page 51.
4. Press Setup to exit Setup mode.
➤Test DICOM Print communications
1. Acquire a test image on SONOS, and on the right-hand touch screen, tap End Study.
2. Verify that the image is sent correctly.
3. If there is more than one DICOM Print server, verify each by sending it a test image.
NOTE If DICOM Storage is not going to be used, use the SERVER command to set the storage server
to NONE. See page 177.
End of Configuring for DICOM Print.
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Configuring For EnConcert

Configuring the system for output to EnConcert requires that you configure both SONOS
(“Configure SONOS for EnConcert” below) and the SONOS PC (“Configure SONOS PC for
EnConcert” on page 55).
Complete “Configuring SONOS PC For Network Communication” on page 10 before
beginning EnConcert configuration.
Configure SONOS for EnConcert

Checklist for SONOS to EnConcert configuration
Disable all DICOM options (page 53) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Change the network format (page 53) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Enter the EnConcert server name (page 54) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Verify the server domain (page 54). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
These procedures require knowledge of keystrokes on the SONOS system and in EnConcert.
Refer to the SONOS system User Guide for more information.
NOTE The NI option must be turned ON in the SONOS RST menu.
NOTE All SONOS DICOM options must be disabled for SONOS PC to send DSR-TIFF format
images to EnConcert.
➤Disable all DICOM options

1. Cycle the power of the ultrasound system off and on, and wait for the SONOS PC to finish
booting up.
The SONOS PC beeps as it boots. Ten to forty seconds later, “Network: Done” appears for
a few seconds at the lower left corner of the imaging screen.
2. Press Test , and select Other Tests & Utilities. Press Enter .
The Other Tests and Utilities screen displays.
3. Select Options. Press Enter .
The Modify Options window opens.
4. On the left-hand menu, select Applications.
5. On the right-hand menu, deselect DICOM Print, DICOM Store, and DICOM MWL.
6. Click OK twice.
➤Change the network format
If the SONOS PC was used for DICOM previously, you must change the network format to
DSR.
1. Open the Network Utility Summary screen, as described on page 26.
2. On the command line, type NETWORK DSR, and press ↵ .
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3. Wait a minute for any response from the system. (There may be no response.)
4. Cycle the system power off, then on to complete the format change.
The network format is changed for EnConcert.
➤Enter the EnConcert server name
1. When the SONOS PC is fully booted up, open the Network Utility Summary screen as
described on page 26.
2. In the command line, type SERVER, a space, and the name of the EnConcert server.
3. Press ↵ .
➤Verify the server domain
1. In the Other Tests and Utilities screen, select Network Utility, and press Enter .
The Network Utility Summary screen appears.
2. Verify that the EnConcert server is listed correctly.
NOTE DSR Storage uses a server name or IP address.
3. Verify that the EnConcert domain is listed correctly.
End of Configure SONOS for EnConcert. Proceed to “Configure SONOS PC for EnConcert”
on page 55.
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Configure SONOS PC for EnConcert

Complete “Configure SONOS for EnConcert” before beginning this procedure. The following
information is required to configure the SONOS PC for use with EnConcert:
• EnConcert server name
• EnConcert domain name
• Administrator password on the EnConcert network
• Specific IP address and Subnetmask or DHCP
Checklist for SONOS PC to EnConcert configuration
Log on to SONOS PC (page 55). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Confirm the AutoExNT service settings for EnConcert (page 55). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Give the DOMAIN/DUNEUSER account local administrator status (page 59) . . . . . . . ❑
Configure the Inbox (page 63) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Log on as a different user (page 70) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
Test communication with EnConcert (page 71) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑
➤Log on to SONOS PC
Refer to “Logging On to the SONOS PC” on page 6.
2. Click the Log on to: list, and select the PC name in the list.
4. Click OK.
➤Confirm the AutoExNT service settings for EnConcert
NOTES
• The NETWORK command configures these settings when NETWORK DSR is entered.
(See “NETWORK [DICOM|DSR]” on page 170.) The procedure that follows confirms that
the settings are correct.
• AutoExNT must be enabled for EnConcert communications.

2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and Services.
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Figure 2 Opening the Services Window
The Services window opens.

Figure 3 Services Window
3. Double-click AutoExNT in the list.

The AutoExNT Properties window opens.
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Figure 4 AutoExNT Window (General)
4. Click the Startup type: drop-down menu, and select Automatic.

5. Click the Log On tab.
Figure 5 AutoExNT Window (Log On)
6. Click This account. (See Figure 5.)

7. Click Browse....
The Select User window opens.
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Figure 6 Select User Window (1)
8. Click Advanced.
The Select User window changes.
9. Click Locations..., and select the domain. Click OK.

10. Click Find now.
The Network Password window opens.
11. Enter an administrator username and password (obtained from the customer’s network
administrator) in the Username: and Password: fields. Click OK.
The Network Password window closes, and a list opens at the bottom of the Select User
window.
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12. In the list, select DUNEUSER, and click OK.

The Select User window returns to its original condition (see Figure 6.)
13. Click OK.
14. Enter the password in the Password: field, enter it again in the Confirm Password field,
and click OK.
A message box indicates that the account has a logon service right.
15. Click OK to close the AutoExNT Properties window.
➤Give the DOMAIN/DUNEUSER account local administrator status
2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and MMC (Computer Management).
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Figure 9 Opening the Computer Management Screen
The Computer Management Screen opens.

Figure 10 Computer Management Screen
3. Click Local Users and Groups and double-click Groups.

4. Double-click Administrators.
The Administrators Properties window opens.
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Figure 11 Administrators Properties Window
5. Click Add.
The Select Users or Groups window opens.
Figure 12 Select Users or Groups Window (1)
6. Click the Locations.

The Locations window opens.
Figure 13 Locations Window
7. Select the Domain, and click OK.

8. In the Select Users or Groups window, click Advanced.
The Select Users or Groups window changes
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9. Click Find Now.

The Enter Network Password dialog box opens.
Figure 15 Enter Network Password Dialog Box
administrator) in the appropriate fields, and click OK.
A list appears at the bottom of the Select User or Groups window.
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Figure 16 Select User or Groups Window (3)
11. Click DUNEUSER in the list, and click OK.

12. Click OK in the Select User or Groups window, and again in the Administrators
Properties window.
➤Configure the Inbox
This procedure must be completed for the SONOS system to receive the Patient Pick list from
EnConcert.
2. Click My Computer.
3. Right-click on the F: drive, and select Sharing and Security.
Figure 17 Choosing F: Drive Sharing and Security
The (F:) Properties window opens.
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Figure 18 (F:) Properties Window
4. Click New Share.

The New Share window opens.
Figure 19 New Share Window
5. Enter C in the Share Name: field, and click OK.

6. Click Permissions.
The Permissions for window opens.
Figure 20 Permissions for Window
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7. Select Everyone, and click Remove.

8. Click Add.
9. Click Advanced.
The Select Users or Groups window changes.
10. Click Find Now.

The Enter Network Password dialog box opens.
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Figure 23 Enter Network Password Dialog Box
A list opens at the bottom of the Select Users or Groups window.
12. Click EIMSacct, and click OK.

13. Click OK to close the Select Users or Groups window.
The Permissions for window opens.
14. Make sure that the Full Control Allow and Deny boxes are not checked, and that the
Allow boxes are checked for Change and Read.
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Figure 25 Permissions for Window
15. Click OK in the Permissions for window.

16. Click OK in the New Share window.
17. Click OK to close the (F:) Properties window.
➤Give the domain access to the SONOS PC
2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and Local Security Policy.
Figure 26 Opening the Local Security Settings Screen
The Local Security Settings screen displays.
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Figure 27 Local Security Settings Screen
3. In the left-hand pane of the window, click Local Policies and double-click User Rights
Assignment.
4. In the right-hand pane, double-click Access this computer from the network.
The Access this computer from the network Properties window opens.
Figure 28 Access This Computer From The Network Properties
Window
5. Click Add User or Group....

Figure 29 Select Users or Groups Window
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6. Click Locations....
The Locations window opens.
Figure 30 Locations Window
7. Select the domain name, and click OK.

8. In the Select Users or Groups window, click Advanced.
9. Click Find Now.
The Enter Network Password window opens.
The Enter Network Password window closes, and a list opens at the bottom of the Select
Users or Groups window.
11. Select EIMSacct, and click OK.
The Access this computer from the network Properties window shows the new user
account.
12. Click OK to close the Select Users or Group window.
13. Click OK to close the Access this computer from the network Properties window
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➤Log on as a different user

1. On the keyboard, press the Windows key ! ., and click Log off.
Figure 31 Log Off Dialog Box
2. In the confirmation dialog box, click Log off.

4. Click the Log on to: list, and select the domain name in the list.
6. Click OK.
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➤Test communication with EnConcert

1. Order a patient study on EnConcert.
2. On SONOS, select Patient ID.
3. Select the patient from step 1.
4. Save a test image to the hard drive.
5. Tap End Study.
6. Verify that the study is sent to EnConcert.
NOTE The patient list may take several minutes to appear on SONOS.
End of Configuring For EnConcert
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Configuring the pcAnywhere Connection on a PC
Configuring the pcAnywhere Connection on a

PC
The following pcAnywhere configuration sets a remote PC to connect to the SONOS PC using
a network connection.
This method works when either:
• The PC and SONOS PC are connected to the same network, and the SONOS PC’s IP
address subnet mask is the same as the network’s subnet mask.
or
• The PC and SONOS PC are connected as peer-to-peer using a “crossover” network cable,
and the SONOS PC’s IP address subnet mask is the same as the PC’s subnet mask.
or
• The PC and SONOS PC are directly connected using a null-modem cable between their
serial ports.
To configure pcAnywhere on the PC:
1. Log on to the PC.
2. On the Start menu bar, click Start, Programs, and Symantec pcAnywhere.
3. On the pcAnywhere menu bar, click the Remote Control icon.
4. Right click the Network icon, and choose Properties.
5. Click the Connection Info tab. Make sure TCP/IP is selected.
Figure 32 pcAnywhere Connection Info Screen
6. Click the Settings tab. Leave the Network host PC to control or IP Address field blank.
Click OK.
7. Double-click the Network icon to initiate a connection to the SONOS PC.
- - - - End of Configuring the pcAnywhere Connection on a PC
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Configuring pcAnywhere V. 10.5 on the SONOS PC
Configuring pcAnywhere V. 10.5 on the

SONOS PC
Installing the SONOS PC software using the Ghost image process automatically configures
pcAnywhere V. 10.5 on the SONOS PC. To confirm or restore the configuration, use the
following procedure.
NOTE For detailed information on using or configuring pcAnywhere, click Help on the pcAnywhere
menu bar.
➤Confirm or restore the pcAnywhere configuration

To check the configuration of pcAnywhere on the SONOS PC:
function.
2. Click All Programs and Symantec pcAnywhere.

Figure 33 Launching pcAnywhere
The pcAnywhere Manager window opens.

Figure 34 pcAnywhere Manager Window
.
3. Click Hosts
4. Right click the Network icon, and choose Properties.
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Figure 35 Opening the Host Properties Window
The Host Properties window opens.

5. Click the Connection Info tab. Make sure COM1 and TCP/IP are checked.
6. Highlight COM1 and click Details....
Figure 36 Opening the COM1 Window
7. Confirm that the connection preferences are set as shown in Figure 37.
Figure 37 Connection Preferences
8. Click OK.
The COM1 window closes.
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9. In the Host Properties window, click the Settings tab, and confirm that the settings are as
shown in Figure 38.
Figure 38 Network Settings
.
10. Click the Callers tab.
a. To add a user, click New.
b. To modify the DUNEUSER properties, double-click DUNEUSER,
and modify the properties in the dialog box that opens.
11. Click the Security Options tab, and confirm that the settings are as shown in Figure 39.
Figure 39 Network Security Options
12. Click the Conference tab, and make sure nothing in the window is selected.
13. Click the Protect Item tab, and make sure the Password field is blank.
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14. Click OK.

The Host Properties window closes.
15. In the pcAnywhere Manager window’s menu bar, click Tools, and select Options.
Figure 40 Opening the Options Window
The Options window opens.

16. Click the Host Operations tab, and confirm that the settings are as shown in Figure 41.
Figure 41 Host Operation Settings
17. Click the Event Logging tab, and confirm that the settings are as shown in Figure 42.
Figure 42 Event Logging Settings
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18. Click OK.

The Options window closes
19. Exit from pcAnywhere.
- - - - End of Configuring pcAnywhere V. 10.5 on the SONOS
PC.
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Checking and Correcting Drive Letter Assignments
Checking and Correcting Drive Letter

Assignments
The following procedure describes how to check the drive letter assignments and change the
assignments if they are incorrect.
➤Check and Change Drive Letter Assignments
2. Click All Programs, select Support Tools, and click MMC (Computer Management).
The Computer Management window opens.
3. In the left pane, open Storage, and click Disk Management. (See Figure 43 on page 78.)
The right-hand pane of the window shows the drives and their assigned letters.
4. Scroll down the display in the lower part of the right-hand pane to see all the drive letter
assignments.
Figure 43 Computer Management Window
5. If a drive letter is wrong, click it in the upper part of the right-hand pane.
6. Click Action
The Action menu drops down
7. Select All Tasks, and click Change Drive Letter and Paths....
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Figure 44 Selecting Change Drive Letter and Paths...
The Change Drive Letter and Paths for [selected drive letter] window opens.
Figure 45 Change Drive Letter and Paths for WIndow
8. Click Change....
The Change Drive Letter or Path window opens.
Figure 46 Change Drive Letter or Path Window
9. Click on the drive letter to open the drop-down menu of drive letters, and select a new
drive letter.
10. Click OK.
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D Model SONOS PC Configuration

3. In the SONOS PC Start menu bar, double-click the clock.

1. On the keyboard, press the Windows key !.

Figure 1 Opening Restore Autologon

The Registry Editor window opens, asking if you’re sure.

Configure the SONOS system for output to:

Logging On to the SONOS PC

Logging On Using a Keyboard, Monitor, and Mouse

➤Displaying the PC on the SONOS System Monitor

2. Select Other Tests & Utilities, and press Enter .

Logging On Using a Separate PC

Preferred method: Connect using a serial cable

Optional method: Connect using a LAN cable (hub connection)

Optional method: Connect using a crossover cable (point-to-point

To connect the SONOS PC and a PC using a crossover cable:

3. Click Start, Programs, and Symantec pcAnywhere.

The pcAnywhere program launches.

Figure 6 CAD Button for Logon

Note: This is the SONOS PC’s d

The Logon Information dialog box opens.

Figure 8 Resizing and Screen Scaling Buttons

Configuring SONOS PC For Network

Network configuration checklist

Configure for a DHCP server (page 12) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ❑

➤Set the SONOS PC clock

➤Configure for a DHCP server

The Network Connections screen displays.

3. Double-click Local Connection.

4. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties.

5. Click Obtain an IP address automatically, and Obtain DNS server address

Figure 14 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties Window (Static)

➤Join a Windows workgroup

Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet.

1. On the keyboard, press the Windows key !.

14. Click OK.

➤Restore the 3D Autologon

The Registry Editor window opens, asking if you’re sure.

5. Restart the SONOS PC.

7. Click the DNS tab.

Figure 19 TCP/IP DNS Server Window

Figure 21 TCP/IP WINS Server Window

3. Enter the WINS server address in the WINS server: field.

➤Configure the LMHOSTS file (If applicable)

Figure 23 The Open Window

8. Enter the WINS server’s IP address, from the Installation Worksheet.

Refer to the Network Installation Worksheet.

5. Click the Advanced tab.

2. Type cmd and click OK to access DOS.

4. Verify that the connection is successful.

2. Click All Programs, Support Tools, and System Properties.

The System Properties window opens

Figure 28 System Properties Window

A dialog box may open, asking if you want to reboot.

2. On the right touch screen, tap SYSTEM.

End of Configuring SONOS PC For Network Communication. Proceed to either:

Opening the Network Utility Summary Screen

Remote Service Mode Name Part Number Rev.