Installing Hardware; Pxi-783X R Installation - National Instruments PXI-7830R Getting Started

Installing Hardware

You must install the NI-RIO device drivers before installing the NI 783xR.
Note
Unpacking
Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.

PXI-783x R Installation

You must install the software before installing the hardware. For software
Note
installation instructions, refer to the
Getting Started with the NI 783xR
This section describes how to unpack and install the PXI-783xR and
PCI-783xR devices.
The NI 783xR is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic
discharge from damaging device components. To prevent such damage
when handling the device, take the following precautions:
• Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded
object, such as your computer chassis.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis
before removing the device from the package.
Remove the device from the package and inspect the devices for loose
components or any other sign of damage. Notify NI if the device appears
damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device into the computer.
Store the NI 783xR in the antistatic envelope when not in use.
You can install the PXI-783xR in any available peripheral slot in the PXI
or CompactPCI chassis. Complete the following instructions to install the
PXI-783xR:
Installing Software
1. Power off and unplug the PXI or CompactPCI chassis.
2. Make sure there are no lit LEDs on the chassis. Wait for any lit LEDs
to go out before continuing the installation.
3. Remove the filler panel for the peripheral slot.
4. Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object, such as the PXI or CompactPCI chassis.
5. Insert the PXI-783xR into the slot. Use the injector/ejector handle to
fully inject the PXI-783xR into place.
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