Quick start
Overall setup workflow
The following table presents the basic steps for setting up the Labware MiniHub for operation.
 
Step
For this task...
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1 
Prepare the lab for the Labware MiniHub installation.
G5584A Labware MiniHub Safety and Installation Guide
2 
Install the Labware MiniHub.
G5584A Labware MiniHub Safety and Installation Guide
3 
Turn on the Labware MiniHub.
4 
Install the VWorks software, or integrate the MiniHub ActiveX control.
One of the following:
VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
5 
VWorks software only. Start the VWorks software and log in.
VWorks Automation Control User Guide
6 
VWorks software only. Create a new device file (if not already done).
7 
VWorks software only. Add the Labware MiniHub in the device file.
8 
Create a Labware MiniHub profile and set the profile parameters.
9 
Set the MiniHub home position.
10 
Set robot teachpoints at the Labware MiniHub.
Both of the following:
Automation system or robot user documentation
11 
VWorks software only. Set the Labware MiniHub device properties.
12 
VWorks software only. Verify that the labware you plan to use is defined in the Labware Editor for the robot that you are using.
BenchCel Configuration only. Ensure that the Stack holding method is set to Hold with stacker grippers to ensure precision performance.
VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
13 
VWorks software only. Ensure that MySQL 5.7 is installed on the computer, and that the database connection is enabled in the VWorks options.
VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
14 
Write and run protocols.
One of the following:
VWorks Automation Control User Guide
Automation software user documentation
Related information
 
For information about...
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Labware MiniHub description
Labware MiniHub safety
Hardware components