Does Your Company Require Laboratory Instruments to Meet Corporate IT Standards?

Many companies have specific IT and cybersecurity requirements for computers connected to their corporate networks. In some cases, connecting the embedded computer within a laboratory instrument directly to the company network may not meet those requirements.

Rudolph’s External Control Software provides an alternative by allowing compatible Rudolph instruments to be operated from a customer-supplied and customer-managed Windows computer.

Why Use External Control?

Using an external computer allows your IT department to configure and maintain the computer according to your organization’s standard requirements, including:

- Corporate Windows updates

- Antivirus and endpoint security software

- Corporate domain membership

- Network drive mapping

- Company-specific security policies and configurations

- Microsoft Active Directory integration

This allows the computer controlling your Rudolph instrument to be managed in the same way as other computers within your organization.

PC-Less Instrument Options

For customers who prefer not to have an embedded computer or display within the instrument, Rudolph also offers PC-less configurations of select density meters, polarimeters, and refractometers.

These instruments are operated entirely through an external computer running Rudolph software, providing a simple solution for organizations that prefer to maintain complete control of the computer and IT environment.

When Ordering a Rudolph Instrument

If your company has specific IT, network, or cybersecurity requirements, we recommend involving your IT department during the instrument selection process.

External control can be added to compatible systems later, but identifying the requirement before purchase allows the appropriate configuration and software to be included in the original quotation.

Contact your Rudolph representative to discuss whether External Control Software is appropriate for your laboratory and IT environment.