Keithley 26xx data clearing procedure free download

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February 18, 2009 Clearing Data in Non-Volatile Memory in the Keithley Model 2600 and 2600A products The Keithley Model 2600 and 2600A family of products (referred to as "26xx" in this paper) contains memory devices to hold firmware code that is executed by internal microprocessors to operate the product and memory to save setup information and data. The following sections describe how the data stored in the memory devices may be cleared or destroyed. Warning: Some of the procedures in this document may expose hazardous voltage and the risk of electric shock or death. Only trained, qualified, technical persons experienced with the risks and precautions of servicing electrical instruments should perform these procedures. Description of memory devices and their use: Microprocessors - contains some RAM for internal use and all information is lost when the unit is powered down. Flash - A 32-megabyte flash device responsible for storing critical nonvolatile information, including: