National Instruments PXI/CompactPCI Embedded Computer NI PXI-8108 User Manual

Also see for PXI/CompactPCI Embedded Computer NI PXI-8108: User manual

Contents

National Instruments PXI/CompactPCI Embedded Computer NI PXI-8108 User Manual Manual pdf 15 page image

© National Instruments Corporation 2-1 NI PXI-8108 User Manual2Installation and ConfigurationThis chapter contains information about installing and configuring yourNI PXI-8108 controller.Installing the NI PXI-8108This section contains general installation instructions for the NI PXI-8108.Consult your PXI chassis user manual for specific instructions andwarnings.1. Plug in your chassis before installing the NI PXI-8108. The powercord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage whileyou install the module. (Make sure the power switch is turned off.)Caution To protect both yourself and the chassis from electrical hazards, leave the chassispowered off until you finish installing the NI PXI-8108 module.2. Remove any filler panels blocking access to the system controller slot(slot 1) in the chassis.3. Touch the metal part of the case to discharge any static electricity thatmight be on your clothes or body.4. Remove the protective plastic covers from the four bracket-retainingscrews as shown in Figure 2-1.