System Information Collector for Windows

A comprehensive Windows system information collection tool with GUI interface.

Features

• Hardware Detection: PCI devices, USB devices, memory modules, storage devices
• Software Detection: Installed programs, SPIN/SPINDLE software, configuration analysis
• CodeMeter Dongles: Automatic detection and serial number extraction
• StratusVision Software: Specialized detection and configuration parsing
• Export Capabilities: JSON and CSV export formats
• Real-time Logging: Comprehensive logging with GUI log viewer
• Professional GUI: Modern Windows interface with tabbed information display

System Requirements

• Windows 10 or later (64-bit recommended)
• Administrator privileges (for complete system access)
• 100 MB free disk space
• .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later (usually pre-installed)

Installation

1. Download the installer: SystemInformationCollector_Setup.exe
2. Right-click the installer and select "Run as administrator"
3. Follow the installation wizard
4. Launch from Start Menu or Desktop shortcut

Usage

GUI Application

1. Launch "System Information Collector" from Start Menu
2. Click "Collect System Info" to scan your system
3. View results in organized tabs:
   • Overview: System summary and key information
   • Hardware Tabs: PCI, USB, Memory, Storage details
   • Software: Installed programs and StratusVision software
   • CodeMeter Dongles: License dongle information
   • System Info: CPU, GPU, and system details
   • Logs: Real-time application logging

Export Data

• JSON Export: Complete data in machine-readable format
• CSV Export: Tabular data for spreadsheet analysis
• Log Export: Save application logs for troubleshooting

StratusVision Software Detection

The tool provides specialized detection for:

• SPIN Software: AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) systems
• SPINDLE Software: AI TensorFlow GUI for segmentation/classification
• Configuration Analysis: Hardware settings, IP addresses, motor configurations
• Version Detection: Automatic version identification from folders and configs

CodeMeter Dongle Detection

Comprehensive dongle detection including:

• Service Status: CodeMeter service running status
• Serial Numbers: Hardware dongle serial extraction
• License Status: Enabled/disabled status checking
• Multiple Detection Methods: WMI, CLI, and registry scanning

File Locations

After installation:

• Application: C:\Program Files\SystemInformationCollector\
• Logs: Created in application directory under logs\
• Exports: Saved to user-selected locations

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Permission Errors:

• Run as Administrator for complete system access
• Ensure Windows User Account Control (UAC) is properly configured

Missing Hardware Information:

• Update Windows drivers for complete device detection
• Check Windows Device Manager for unknown devices

CodeMeter Detection Issues:

• Ensure CodeMeter software is installed and running
• Check that dongles are properly connected
• Verify CodeMeter service is started in Windows Services

Log File Issues:

• Verify write permissions to application directory
• Check available disk space for log files

Support Information

• Version: 1.0.0
• Platform: Windows 10/11 (64-bit)
• Dependencies: All dependencies are bundled in the installer

Technical Details

Detected Information Includes:

• CPU: Name, cores, architecture
• Memory: Total RAM, module details, speeds
• Storage: HDDs, SSDs, capacity, health
• Graphics: GPU information and drivers
• Network: Adapters and configurations
• USB Devices: Connected devices and drivers
• PCI Devices: System buses and controllers
• Software: Installed programs and versions

Export Formats:

• JSON: Complete hierarchical data structure
• CSV: Flattened tabular format for analysis
• Logs: Timestamped application activity

Security and Privacy

• No Network Communication: Tool operates entirely offline
• Local Data Only: All information stays on your computer
• No Data Collection: No telemetry or usage data sent anywhere
• Administrator Access: Required only for complete system hardware access
• Safe Operation: Read-only system scanning, no modifications made

Uninstallation

1. Go to Windows "Add or Remove Programs"
2. Find "System Information Collector"
3. Click "Uninstall" and follow the prompts
4. All application files and logs will be removed

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For technical support or feature requests, please contact your system administrator.