Moving a LabBook from One Computer to Another in Qtegra Software

Issue:

Users need to transfer a LabBook from one computer to another within the Qtegra software.

Environment:

• Product: Qtegra Intelligent Scientific Data Solution (ISDS) Software

Resolution:

(NOTE: Ensure both computers have compatible versions of Qtegra installed. Verify that the destination computer has the necessary permissions to access and modify the LabBook files.)

1. Locate the LabBook File:
   • The LabBook files are typically stored in the following file pathway: C:\ProgramData\Thermo\Qtegra\_Application Data\Workspace\LabBooks.
2. Copy the LabBook File:
   • Navigate to the file pathway mentioned above on the source computer.
   • Copy the LabBook file (with the extension .imexp) to an external storage device or a network location accessible from the destination computer.
3. Transfer the LabBook File:
   • Connect the external storage device to the destination computer or access the network location where the LabBook file was copied.
4. Paste the LabBook File:
   • Paste the LabBook file into the same file pathway on the destination computer: C:\ProgramData\Thermo\Qtegra\_Application Data\Workspace\LabBooks.
5. Open the LabBook in Qtegra:
   • Open Qtegra on the destination computer.
   • In the left-hand panel, select File Manager.
   • Right-click on Lab Books and select "Import".
   • Use the file manager to locate and select the LabBook file you transferred.
   • The LabBook should now be visible and ready to use in Qtegra.

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