Using your Micro-I offline to process samples

This article covers how to use your Micro-I offline to process and capture samples and then upload them at a later date/time once you have a Wi-Fi connection.

Before using your Micro-I offline, please ensure it has the most recent software update and has been synchronised. This can be done by turning on and connecting your Micro-I to the internet before heading away from an internet connection. Use the following steps to use your Micro-I offline:

1. Turn On Micro-I

Plug in the power supply and press the power button for 2 seconds to turn on your Micro-I.
Wait for a minute while the Micro-I turns on. This is signified by a solid white light on the inside of the Micro-I, and the power button will be a solid green.

2. Connect to device

Please note that there are two methods for connecting your Micro-I to your device, these are using a direct connection cable or the Micro-I's onboard Wi-Fi. While we recommend using the direct connection method for the most reliable connection please follow the guide which works best for you.

2A. Connect using the Direct-Connection Cable

- Plug one end of the Direct Connection cable into the USB port on the Micro-I.
- Plug the other end into your computer.
- Open your browser and go to http://10.11.12.1
- Log into the Micro-I using your email and password.
- Proceed to capture your sample.
- Fill out the Submission.
- Save the capture once it's complete.
- Turn off the Micro-I.

2B. Connecting without a Direct-Connection Cable This option is suitable for mobile devices or devices with no USB ports.

- Select the Wi-Fi settings icon on your Device.
- Look for the Micro-I network (e.g., MX-MIC-XXXX-X-XXXXXXXXXX). The Serial Number of your Micro-I is on the bottom of the Micro-I.
- Connect by entering your Micro-I password from the sticker on the bottom of your Micro-I.
- The status will show "Connected, Secured", or "No Internet, Secured" once the connection is successful.
- To access the Micro-I open your browser and go to http://10.11.12.1 Please use the following supported browsers:
  - - Google Chrome
    - Chrome Mobile App (Google Mobile app not supported)
    - Firefox
    - Microsoft Edge (Internet Explorer is no longer supported)
    - Safari
- Proceed to capture your sample.
- Fill out the Submission.
- Save the capture once it's complete.
- Turn off the Micro-I.

Incorrect dates: Please note if the dates don't align with today's date when creating your submission, it will mean that the Micro-I has not been synchronised prior to using offline. Dates will be adjusted as soon as the Micro-I has connected to the internet. You need to edit the submission and update the dates before submitting your sample.

3. Online upload

Once you have an internet connection you will need to upload the samples you captured while offline.

- - Turn on your Micro-I.
  - Repeat the Connection steps outlined in step 2.
  - Log into the Micro-I using your email and password.
  - On the left-hand side of the portal, scroll down and select Device Settings.
  - Click Network Settings.
  - Select your preferred Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
  - Wait for the Micro-I to synchronise.
  - Proceed to upload your submission by selecting the Upload Submission tab located on the left-hand side.
  - From the Upload submission page, you will be able to view all the samples you have processed.
  - Press the Upload button when you are ready to send the submissions to the Lab for marking.

Operating your Micro-I away from power

If you plan to use your Micro-I away from a power source, we recommend utilising a battery pack or you can use the built-in battery*. When selecting a battery pack consider the following specifications:

5V output port (minimum),
5V with 3.0 amps or higher.
15,000mAh or greater.

(*As of March 2023 in Australia and March 2024 across all countries, built-in batteries have been discontinued in all devices.)