National Instruments NI PCI-6542 Getting Started Manual

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NI Digital Waveform Generator/Analyzer Guide 10 ni.comInstalling a PCI DeviceTo install your PCI device, complete the following steps:1. Power off and unplug the PC.2. If the PC has multiple fan speed settings, ensure that the fans are set tothe highest setting.3. Remove the PC cover.4. Insert the device into an open PCI slot, as shown in Figure 2.Figure 2. PCI InstallationNI recommends either leaving the slot adjacent to the fan side of thedevice empty or using lower-profile devices in the slot adjacent to thefan side.5. Secure the device with the screw provided in the kit.Caution It is important to completely screw the device into the PCIslot, both for mechanical stability and for creating a solid groundconnection, which reduces signal noise. Some computermanufacturers use a plastic securing lever to secure PCI devices;such a lever is unacceptable and must be removed, or you must use1 NI PCI Device 2 PCI Slot 3 Personal Computer123