Getting Started; Installation; Unpacking - National Instruments DAQ X Series User Manual

Getting Started

X Series devices feature up to 32 analog input (AI) channels, up to
four analog output (AO) channels, up to 48 lines of digital input/output
(DIO), and four counters. This chapter provides basic information you need
to get started using your X Series device.

Installation

Before installing your DAQ device, you must install the software you plan
to use with the device.
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Unpacking

The X Series device ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic
discharge (ESD). ESD can damage several components on the device.
Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
To avoid ESD damage in handling the device, take the following
precautions:
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Installing application software—Refer to the installation
instructions that accompany your software.
Installing NI-DAQmx—The DAQ Getting Started guides, packaged
with NI-DAQmx and also on
instructions for installing software and hardware, configuring channels
and tasks, and getting started developing an application.
Installing the hardware—Unpack your X Series device as described
in the Unpacking section. The DAQ Getting Started guides describe
how to install PCI Express, PXI Express, and USB devices, as well as
accessories and cables.
Ground yourself with a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object.
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your computer chassis
before removing the device from the package.
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