Technical resources for the HiSeq™ X system

07/16/20


A comprehensive list of resources needed to set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot the HiSeq™ X Ten and HiSeq X Five sequencing systems is on the HiSeq X Support page. Specific documentation links are found below.

  • HiSeq X System Lab Setup and Site Prep Guide
    Includes information for lab specifications and requirements to prepare a site for the HiSeq X system.
  • HiSeq X System Guide
    System overview and instructions for operating and maintaining the HiSeq X instrument.
  • HiSeq X System quality and performance specifications
    This web page provides run specifications, including output and quality specifications expected per run for both dual- and single-flow cell run setups on HiSeq X.
  • HiSeq X Series of Sequencing Systems specification sheet
    Introduces the $1000 genome and provides an answer to population and production scale Whole-Genome Sequencing. Specifications for the instrument control computer, operating environment, laser specifications, instrument dimensions, and power requirements are also included.
  • Read 1 Primer Rehyb on a HiSeq X Flow Cell
    Instructions for performing Read 1 Primer rehybridization on a HiSeq X flow cell using the HiSeq X cBot Multi-Primer Rehybridization Kit v2.
  • Calculating Percent Passing Filter for Patterned and Nonpatterned Flow Cells
    Outlines differences between percent passing filter calculation for patterned and nonpatterned flow cells.
  • Online Training Courses
    Online trainings and recorded webinars include:
    • An overview of ExAmp cluster amplification workflow
    • Expert Video Tips on run setup
    • Instrument maintenance
    • Run quality interpretation.
    To access additional online training courses, go to Training website, and under “Filters” select Training Type -> Training and Videos -> Online Training.
  • Safety Data Sheets
    Safety Data Sheets contain information to help with appropriate reagent handling and disposal practices. To obtain this information, enter the kit catalog number, language, and region/country, then select Search.

Additional technical resources are available 24/7 at the HiSeq X Sequencing System support website.