Badger Meter ReadCenter User Manual
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Installation & Operation Manual
GALAXY Fixed Network Reading — Client and Server
Server Component: A server application requests or listens for meter readings from gateways.
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Computer Specifications
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Processor: 1 GHz or higher
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RAM:
4 GB or higher available
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Hard Disk: 200 GB available for application data
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Monitor:
17 Inch or larger (1280 x 768 resolution minimum)
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Drives:
DVD-ROM for software installation
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Operating Systems – Includes VMware Virtual OS
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Windows Server 2003 – SP2 (x86 and x64)
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Windows Server 2008 – SP1 or SP2 (x86 and x64)
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Windows Server 2008 R2 (x64 only)
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Other
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To ensure uninterrupted power, the computer should be plugged into a backup power supply.
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For Technical Support, a WebEx Internet connection is recommended.
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A dedicated computer is recommended and it must be running at all times.
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Network Requirements
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Requires LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi or Cell Network ability.
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A Public Static IP Address is required that allows two way TCP communication with gateways.
GALAXY 2.0=port 5002; GALAXY 3.0=port 5003
Client Component: A client application runs reports.
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Computer Specifications
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Processor: 1 GHz or higher
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RAM:
1 GB or higher available
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Hard Disk: 100 MB available for application
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Ports:
USB ports available (if needed) for Trimble communication
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Monitor:
17 Inch or larger (1280 x 768 resolution minimum)
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Printer:
Ink Jet or Laser, Networked or Local
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Drives:
DVD-ROM for software installation
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Wireless:
Wireless ability (if needed) for Trimble handheld communication
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Operating Systems
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Windows XP – Professional – SP2 or SP3 (x86 only)
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Windows Vista – Business, Ultimate or Enterprise – SP2 (x86 and x64)
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Windows 7 – Professional, Ultimate or Enterprise – (x86 and x64)
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Other
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For Technical Support, a WebEx Internet connection is recommended.
Database Component: A database server stores information.
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Data Sources
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SQL Server 2008 R2 Express – included on DVD, 10GB maximum size
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SQL Server 2005, 2008, 2008 R2 – Standard or Enterprise – end user supplied and supported
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Computer Specifications and Operating Systems
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Same as Server Component (above)
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Storage Requirements
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Gateways=5K bytes each; Transmitters=1K bytes each; Readings=100 bytes each