Installation And Configuration; Installing The Pxie-8840 - National Instruments PXIe-8840 User Manual

Installation and Configuration

This chapter contains information about installing and configuring your PXIe-8840 controller.

Installing the PXIe-8840

This section contains general installation instructions for the PXIe-8840. Consult your
PXI Express chassis user manual for specific instructions and warnings.
1. Plug in your chassis before installing the PXIe-8840. The power cord grounds the chassis
and protects it from electrical damage while you install the module.
Caution
chassis powered off until you finish installing the PXIe-8840 module.
• Remove any filler panels blocking access to the system controller slot (Slot 1) in the
chassis.
• Touch the metal part of the case to discharge any static electricity that might be on your
clothes or body.
2. Remove the protective plastic covers from the four bracket-retaining screws as shown in
Figure 2-1.
To protect both yourself and the chassis from electrical hazards, leave the
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