© National Instruments vii NI PXIe-1071 User ManualContentsAbout This ManualRelated Documentation..................................................................................................ixChapter 1Getting StartedUnpacking ......................................................................................................................1-1What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-2Chassis Description........................................................................................................1-3Optional Equipment .......................................................................................................1-5EMC Filler Panels ...........................................................................................1-5Rack Mount Kit ...............................................................................................1-5Slot Blockers ...................................................................................................1-6Handle/Feet Kit ...............................................................................................1-6NI PXIe-1071 Chassis Backplane Overview.................................................................1-6Interoperability with CompactPCI ..................................................................1-6System Controller Slot ....................................................................................1-7Hybrid Peripheral Slots ...................................................................................1-8PXI Local Bus .................................................................................................1-8PXI Trigger Bus ..............................................................................................1-9System Reference Clock..................................................................................1-9Chapter 2Installation and ConfigurationSafety Information .........................................................................................................2-1Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................2-2Providing Adequate Clearance ........................................................................2-2Chassis Ambient Temperature Definition .......................................................2-6Setting Fan Speed ............................................................................................2-6Installing Filler Panels.....................................................................................2-6Installing Slot Blockers ...................................................................................2-6Rack Mounting ..............................................................................................................2-6Connecting Safety Ground.............................................................................................2-7Connecting to Power Source..........................................................................................2-7Installing a PXI Express System Controller ..................................................................2-7Installing Peripheral Modules ........................................................................................2-10Power Inhibit Switch LED Indicator .............................................................................2-11Inhibit Mode Switch ......................................................................................................2-12Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com