NI 9144 Getting Started Manual

NI 9144 Getting Started Manual

Deterministic ethernet expansion chassis for c series modules

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
NI 9144
Deterministic Ethernet Expansion Chassis for C Series Modules
This document describes how to begin using the NI 9144.

Safety Guidelines

Caution
Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection
built into the product if the product is damaged in any way. If the product is
damaged, return it to NI for repair.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The NI 9144 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous
locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and
nonhazardous locations only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the NI 9144 in a
Do not operate the NI 9144 in a manner not specified in this document.

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Summary of Contents for NI 9144

  • Page 1: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations The NI 9144 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous locations; Class I, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and...
  • Page 2: Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines

    Special Conditions for Hazardous Locations Use in Europe and Internationally The NI 9144 has been evaluated as Ex nA IIC T4 Gc equipment under DEMKO Certificate No. 07 ATEX 0626664X and is IECEx UL 14.0089X certified. Each device is marked 3G and is suitable for use in Zone 2 hazardous locations, in ambient temperatures of -40 °C ≤...
  • Page 3: Special Conditions For Marine Applications

    In addition, take precautions when designing, selecting, and installing measurement probes and cables to ensure that the desired EMC performance is attained. Preparing the Environment Ensure that the environment in which you are using the NI 9144 meets the following specifications. Operating temperature -40 °C to 70 °C...
  • Page 4: Unpacking The Kit

    3. Getting Started Guide Installing Software on the Host Computer When using an NI master controller with the NI 9144, you must install the following application software and device drivers on the host computer in this order: LabVIEW 2016 or later...
  • Page 5: Installing C Series Modules

    Complete the following steps to install a C Series module. Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module. If the system is in a nonhazardous location, the NI 9144 can be powered on when you install modules.
  • Page 6: Removing C Series Modules

    Verify that power is not connected to the I/O connector(s) on the C Series module before you remove a module from the NI 9144. If the system is in a nonhazardous location, the NI 9144 can be powered on when you remove modules.
  • Page 7: Connecting The Ni 9144 To Power

    Connecting the NI 9144 to Power The NI 9144 requires a 9 V to 30 V external power supply. The NI 9144 filters and regulates the supplied power and provides power for the C Series modules. The NI 9144 has one layer of reverse-voltage protection.
  • Page 8: Connecting The Ni 9144 To An Ni Master Controller

    Connecting the NI 9144 to an NI Master Controller Before you connect the NI 9144 to an NI master controller, you must setup and connect the NI master controller to a network. Refer to your master controller documentation on ni.com/ manuals for setup information.
  • Page 9: Third-Party Master Controller

    Third-Party Master Controller ® Refer to the EtherCAT Expansion Chassis Vendor Configurations Guide on ni.com/manuals for more information about integrating the NI 9144 with a third party master controller. NI 9144 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments | 9...
  • Page 10: Where To Go Next

    NI. NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. NI also has offices located around the world. For support in the United States, create your service request at ni.com/support...
  • Page 11 . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents information about end-user license agreements (EULAs) and third-party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product. Refer to the Export Compliance Information at for the NI global trade compliance policy and how ni.com/legal/export-compliance...

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