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Title: Question about software for the Agilent U125x series
Post by: achaios on March 10, 2014, 07:58:05 pm

After a long delay, my Agilent U1252B is on its way. Can anyone tell me if the software for that meter will run on Linux, or is it for PCs only?

BTW, I went with Agilent just because some of my best years were spent programming on HP computers. I have nothing against other manufacturers, and may choose a different brand when I eventually get a bench DMM. When I get the bench DMM, I will want that really high impedance capability, after seeing Dave's video. If you know of one I ought to look at, let me know. I would want it to be as far under $1K as possible, new.

Thanks,

-- Tom

Title: Re: Question about software for the Agilent U125x series
Post by: echen1024 on March 11, 2014, 12:53:53 am

I would try WINE.

Title: Re: Question about software for the Agilent U125x series
Post by: mjkuwp on March 11, 2014, 03:16:56 am

I have the optional bluetooth and use the Android software.  It works pretty well.  The Windows software might be more flexible but I find the wireless so much more convenient.

Title: Re: Question about software for the Agilent U125x series
Post by: achaios on March 11, 2014, 11:28:21 am

Quote from: echen1024 on March 11, 2014, 12:53:53 am

I would try WINE.

D'oh! I completely forgot about WINE. I'm so used to not running Windows except when I have to that I didn't think about it.

Thanks,

-- Tom

Title: Re: Question about software for the Agilent U125x series
Post by: SeanB on March 11, 2014, 11:54:29 am

If it does not work under WINE then Virtualbox with the addon pack works better than an OEM windows install. You just need a valid key and install it.