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We have LSM510 and honor system didn't exactly work for us... So I have
created separate Windows account for all my users (I do it only once after
training a new user) and had a computer guy set up a back log so everybody
signing in Windows gets automatically registered with their name, time in
and time out. If someone doesn't have a personal Windows account (set up by
the administrator - me) they can't use the system. 
This was started 5 years ago, so now there might be better solutions.

Michelle

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Subject: monitoring room access

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I'm wondering what the other core facilities are doing to monitor confocal
room access. Currently we leave the doors unlocked and check confocal usage
using sign-in access on the computer.  However, the microscope itself can be
used without logging on to the computer program and essentially anyone can
enter the room 24/7 as long as they can get into the building.  We have
lately been having trouble with someone abusing the system.  I would like to
always know for certain who is in or has been in the confocal room at any
one time.  I'm thinking of putting a keypad entry system on the door.  Does
anyone use a keypad system that can be monitored for room entry/usage via my
office computer?  If so, which system do you use and how do you like it?
All suggestions are appreciated.