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Figure 11. Installing an NI FlexRIO FPGA Module in the PXI Express Chassis
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1. PXI Express Chassis
2. PXI Express System Controller
3. NI FlexRIO FPGA Module
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Secure the device front panel to the chassis front panel mounting rail using the front panel
mounting screws.
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Plug in and power on the PXI Express chassis.
Confirming that Measurement & Automation Explorer
(MAX) Recognizes the Device
Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your National Instruments
hardware. MAX informs other programs about which devices reside in the system and how
they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with NI FlexRIO Support.
1.
Launch MAX by navigating to Start»All Programs»National Instruments»NI MAX or
by clicking the NI MAX desktop icon.
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In the Configuration pane, double-click Devices and Interfaces to see the list of installed
devices. Installed devices appear under the name of their associated chassis.
3.
Expand your Chassis tree item. MAX lists all devices installed in the chassis. Your
default device names may vary.
Note
installed devices. If the device is still not listed, power off the system, ensure
the device is correctly installed, and restart.
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If you do not see your hardware listed, press <F5> to refresh the list of
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4. Front-Panel Mounting Screws
5. Module Guides
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