National Instruments PXI-5661 Getting Started Manual

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If the installation window does not appear, navigate to the drive, double-click it, anddouble-click autorun.exe.3. Follow the instructions in the installation prompts.Note Windows users may see access and security messages duringinstallation. Accept the prompts to complete the installation.4. When the installer completes, select Restart in the dialog box that prompts you to restart,shut down, or restart later.Installing the NI 5661Caution To prevent damage to the device caused by ESD or contamination, handlethe device using the edges or the metal bracket.1. Ensure the AC power source is connected to the chassis before installing the modules.The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage while youinstall the modules.2. Power off the chassis.3. Inspect the slot pins on the chassis backplane for any bends or damage prior toinstallation. Do not install a module if the backplane is damaged.4. Remove the black plastic connectors from all the captive screws on the module frontpanel.5. Identify a supported slot in the chassis. The following figure shows the symbols thatindicate the slot types.Figure 2. Chassis Compatibility SymbolsNI PXIe-1062Q1 2 3 4 51. PXI Express System Controller Slot2. PXI Peripheral Slot3. PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slot4. PXI Express System Timing Slot5. PXI Express Peripheral SlotNI 5661 modules can be placed in PXI peripheral slots or PXI Express Hybrid peripheralslots.6. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity.7. Ensure that the ejector handle is in the unlatched (downward) position.8. Place the module edges into the module guides at the top and bottom of the chassis. Slidethe device into the slot until it is fully inserted.NI PXI-5661 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 5