Siemens Software Upgrade

The Neurophysiology Imaging Facility (NIF) requires a software upgrade for its Siemens 3T Prisma MRI system to ensure continued technical support, cybersecurity compliance, and access to the latest imaging capabilities. The system is currently operating with software version VE11C, which was installed in 2018 and runs on the Windows 7 operating system. As Windows 7 is no longer supported and poses security vulnerabilities, the need for an upgrade is urgent.

This procurement seeks to upgrade the system to Siemens software version XA60A, which represents the latest generation of the Prisma software architecture. Upgrading to XA60A will ensure the system remains supported by Siemens Healthineers, reduce cybersecurity risks, and provide users with enhanced functionality, faster image reconstruction, and new research applications.

This upgrade is essential to maintain long-term reliability and system performance, minimize security risks, and enable NIH researchers to continue conducting cutting-edge neuroimaging studies with a fully supported and modern MRI platform.