© National Instruments Corporation v NI PXI-1045 User ManualContentsAbout This ManualConventions ...................................................................................................................viiRelated Documentation..................................................................................................viiiChapter 1Getting StartedUnpacking......................................................................................................................1-1What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-2Chassis Description........................................................................................................1-3Optional Equipment .......................................................................................................1-4EMC Filler Panels ...........................................................................................1-4Rack Mount Kits..............................................................................................1-4Slot Blockers ...................................................................................................1-4PXI-1045 Backplane Overview .....................................................................................1-5Interoperability with CompactPCI ..................................................................1-5System Controller Slot ....................................................................................1-5Star Trigger Slot ..............................................................................................1-6Peripheral Slots................................................................................................1-6Local Bus.........................................................................................................1-6Trigger Bus......................................................................................................1-8System Reference Clock..................................................................................1-8Chapter 2Installation and ConfigurationSafety Information .........................................................................................................2-1Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................2-2Providing Adequate Clearance ........................................................................2-2Setting Fan Speed ............................................................................................2-3Installing Filler Panels.....................................................................................2-3Installing Slot Blockers ...................................................................................2-3Rack Mounting ..............................................................................................................2-4Connecting Safety Ground.............................................................................................2-4Connecting to Power Source..........................................................................................2-4Installing a PXI Controller.............................................................................................2-5Installing PXI Modules ..................................................................................................2-7Power Switch LED Indicator .........................................................................................2-8Remote Voltage Monitoring and Control ......................................................................2-9