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Downloading Data Link PC software onto a Windows computer

Download Data Link PC software onto your Windows computer and log into your national traceability provider (NAIT, NLIS, SNIG)

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Data Link PC software allows you to manage Tru-Test devices using your Windows computer. The features supported by Data Link depend on which product is connected (refer to your product user guide for more information). For example, you may want to upload animal data onto a Tru-Test device, or download weigh sessions from a weigh scale indicator.

📝 Data Link can only be installed on computers with Microsoft Windows 7 or later. It cannot be installed on an Apple computer.

Watch the video to learn:

  • Where to download the latest version of Data Link from

  • How to check for updates

  • How to log into your traceability provider

Virus check on the downloaded Data Link PC installation file

🤚 Some anti-virus software may flag Data Link as suspicious, but it is legitimate Tru-Test software.

To incorporate a virus check and safely download Data Link PC software:

  1. Go to the Tru-Test website, click on PRODUCTS > Software & Apps > Data Link PC Software > Download Data Link OR download from here: https://sw.tru-test.com/weighing/software/DataLink_Web.exe.

  2. Save the file to a known location on your PC.

  3. Scan the software using your anti-virus software.

  4. Double-click the .exe file to start installation.

  5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

The following Tru-Test products are supported by Data Link:

  • Weigh Scale Indicators: 5000 series, EziWeigh7i and S3.

  • EID readers: XRS2i, XRS2, SRS2i and SRS2 EID stick readers and XRP2i, XRP2 panel readers.

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