National Instruments NI PXIe-1078 User Manual

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Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration© National Instruments 2-7 NI PXIe-1078 User ManualConnecting Safety GroundCaution The NI PXIe-1078 chassis is designed with a three-position inlet that connects thecord set ground line to the chassis ground. To minimize shock hazard, make sure theelectrical power outlet you use to power the chassis has an appropriate earth safety ground.Connecting to Power SourceCautions Do not install modules prior to performing the following power-on test.To completely remove power, you must disconnect the AC power cable.Attach input power through the rear AC inlet using the appropriateAC power cable supplied. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of theNI PXIe-1078 Chassis, to locate the AC inlet.Installing a PXI Express System ControllerThis section contains general installation instructions for installing aPXI Express system controller in a NI PXIe-1078 chassis. Refer to yourPXI Express system controller user manual for specific instructions andwarnings. To install a system controller, complete the following steps:1. Inspect the slot 1 pins on the chassis backplane for any bending ordamage prior to installation.2. Connect the AC power source to the PXI Express chassis before installingthe system controller. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protectsit from electrical damage while you install the system controller.3. Install the system controller into the system controller slot (slot 1,indicated by the red card guides) by first placing the system controllerPCB into the front of the card guides (top and bottom). Slide thesystem controller to the rear of the chassis, making sure that theinjector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in Figure 2-4.