National Instruments PCI/PXI-781 R Series Getting Started page 5

1 PXI Chassis
2 PXI System Controller
3 NI PXI-78 xx R Device
5. For the NI PCI/PCIe-78xxR, secure the device mounting bracket to the computer back panel rail.
For the NI PXI-78xxR, secure the device front panel to the chassis front panel mounting rail using
the front-panel mounting screws.
6. For the NI PCI/PCIe-78xxR, replace the computer cover, if applicable.
7. Plug in and power on the computer or PXI chassis.
To confirm that your device is recognized, complete the following additional steps:
1. Select Start»All Programs»National Instruments»Measurement & Automation to open
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX).
Expand Devices and Interfaces.
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3. Verify that the device appears under Devices and Interfaces»RIO Devices.
Getting Started with R Series Multifunction RIO
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5 Front-Panel Mounting Screws
Figure 3. Installing an NI PXI-78 xx R Device in a PXI Chassis
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6 Module Guides
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