Software downloads
PromethION 24/48
Updates to the PromethION 24/48 are most commonly installed from within the device software (MinKNOW) itself. A dialogue box opens when a new update is available. Release and changelog information is provided here for your reference. We also provide an advanced option to update the software via the Terminal (command line interface).
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Get the latest device software (MinKNOW) for PromethION 24/48
- Instructions for updating the device software from the user interface
- Instructions for updating the device software via the Terminal (advanced)
PromethION 24/48 user manual
For more detailed advice on the device and its software, MinKNOW.Troubleshooting
What is the PromethION?
Do I need any specific lab requirements to run the PromethION?
Is my PromethION A-series / A100 Data Acquisition Unit on the correct mains power?
PromethION A100 / A-Series Firmware Update to Prevent Data loss
How much storage space is required for PromethION sequencing data?
What are the PromethION’s technical specifications, i.e. footprint, storage space, RAM, etc?
What computer specifications are required to run the PromethION?
Can I install 3rd party software on the PromethION?
What are the recommended temperature and humidity ranges for proper PromethION function?
Can I use an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with my device?
Documentation and guides
Other software for PromethION 24/48
Data analysis software
Data analysis software, for example EPI2ME, processes genomic data beyond basecalling. It offers a range of diverse tools for investigations and techniques such as genome assembly, variant calling, and functional analysis.
Standalone basecalling software
Basecalling software converts raw electrical signals into nucleotide sequences and provides additional data analysis tools. May be used as an alternative to MinKNOW’s built-in basecaller.
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