NI PCIe-8231 Quick Start Guide
What You Need to Get Started
Safety Information
Caution
The following paragraphs contain important safety information you must follow
when installing and operating the device.
The NI PCIe-8231 is a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface device for PCI
Express. The following sections describe how to install and configure the
NI PCIe-8231.
You need the following items to set up and use the NI PCIe-8231.
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NI Vision Acquisition Software 8.2.1 or later
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NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes
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NI PCIe-8231 GigE interface device
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Computer running Windows 2000/XP with at least one PCIe slot
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GigE Vision Camera
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Ethernet cable
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Optional software packages and documentation:
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NI Vision Development Module
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NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection
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LabVIEW
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LabWindows
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Microsoft Visual Basic
Do not operate the device in a manner not specified in the documentation.
Misuse of the device may result in a hazard and may compromise the safety
protection built into the device. If the device is damaged, turn it off and do
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