Verifying Hardware Installation - National Instruments R Series Getting Started Manual

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1. Power Supply

2. Ferrite

Connect the power supply to the NI USB-7855R.

Connect the other end of the power supply to a user-supplied power cord.

Connect the user-supplied power cord to the appropriate power source.

Turn the power switch on the NI USB-7855R to the on position.

USB Device Security Cable Slot

The security cable slot allows you to attach an optional laptop lock to your NI USB-7855R.

Note The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but might not prevent the

device from being mishandled or stolen. For more information, refer to the

documentation that accompanied the security cable.

Note The security cable slot on the USB device might not be compatible with all

laptop lock cables.

Refer to the documentation that accompanied the security cable for installation

instructions.

Verifying Hardware Installation

You can verify that the system recognizes the USB device by using Measurement &

Automation Explorer (MAX).

Launch MAX by navigating to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»MAX or by

clicking the MAX desktop icon.

Expand Devices and Interfaces.

Verify that the device appears under USB Devices.

If the device does not appear, press <F5> to refresh the view in MAX. If the device does

not appear after refreshing the view, visit

information.

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Figure 2. Installing the Ferrite Bead

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