The purpose of connection to an external network is for reception of DICOM image/
data. The intended information flow is the DICOM image from modality to printer, and
the intended routing is based on local area network that supports DICOM protocol.
The external network shall be 10/100Base-T or 1000Base-T Ethernet
n
etwork, provid
ing
DICOM print service based on DICOM protocol as a DICOM printer.
To ensure network security, a network firewall shall be utilized and kept up to date,
and the network integrator shall ensure that only the necessary network ports are
opened for remote access.
Network Requirements
Specifications
AD3435_en
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2017-11-17
5–
3
Caution
• Changes in the network configuration
• Connection of additional items to the network
• Disconnecti
on of
items from the network
• Update
or upgrade
of equipment connected to the network
Connection of the equipment to an external network that includes other equipment could
result in previously unidentified risks to paitents, operators, or third parties.
The person responsible for the maintenance of this equipment shall identify, analyze, evaluate
and control these risks according to IEC 80001-1:2010.
After the initial installation, subsequent changes to the network to which this equipment is
connected could introduce new risks and require additional analysis. Typical changes may
include but are not limited to:
