Preparing For Your Initial Upload
When you are ready to upload, make sure to have your insulin pump and all of your blood glucose (BG) meters on hand. CareLink Software will walk you through the upload process. Simply follow the instructions in each window, making sure to click Next> when you are ready to move on.
Note
The mini disc included with your CareLink USB does not contain software drivers. It only contains the CareLink USB Instructions For Use.
Important
Do not connect your CareLink USB to your computer until instructed.
The first time you select CareLink USB from the Select the Link Device screen, a window will appear letting you know a necessary software driver will be installed on your computer. Allow the driver to install on your computer and when prompted, connect your CareLink USB device to a USB port on your computer.
Once you've connected your CareLink USB device to your computer, you are then ready to begin transmitting data from your Medtronic device to CareLink Software.
Note
It is normal for your insulin pump to go into Suspend mode and stop dispensing insulin during the upload process. The software will automatically return it to normal operations when the upload process is complete.
Uploading Multiple Devices
If you have a MiniMed Paradigm REAL-Time System with a Linked meter, you only need to upload the data in your insulin pump. Remember, the meter data stored in the insulin pump will be uploaded at the same time as the pump data.
If you have multiple devices, such as an insulin pump with a non-linked meter, each device must be uploaded separately. To upload data from your blood glucose meter, use the cable provided by that meter company to connect to your computer and follow the steps below.
Uploading Your Data
Once you have connected your CareLink USB or meter cable, you are ready to upload.
Warning
If you click on another tab or link during an upload, the upload will be canceled. You can also stop the upload by clicking Cancel.
- Step 1
- When you see the Verifying Connections window, read the steps. This is to ensure you have properly set up communications between your computer and your device.
- Step 2
- When you are ready to complete the upload, click Finish. A new Reading Device window will then display showing your computer's progress with the upload.
- The amount of time it takes to upload your data will depend on how much data needs to be uploaded. Be patient until the status shows complete.
- Step 3
- When the upload completes successfully, a new message will be displayed:
Note
Uploading non-linked meters in addition to your insulin pump may cause you to have duplicate data.