Step 4. Install The Vxi-Mxi Hardware - National Instruments VXI-SB2020 Getting Started

Hardware Configuration and Installation

Step 4. Install the VXI-MXI Hardware

This section lists general installation instructions for the VXI-MXI. Consult the user manual or
technical reference manual of your VXIbus mainframe for specific instructions and warnings.
1. Plug in your mainframe before installing the VXI-MXI. The plug grounds the mainframe
and protects it from electrical damage while you are installing boards.
Warning: To protect both yourself and the mainframe from electrical hazards, the
mainframe should remain off until you are finished installing the board.
2. Remove or open any doors or covers blocking access to the mainframe slots.
3. If the VXI-MXI will be installed in a D-size mainframe, install a support designed for
installing C-size cards in D-size mainframes.
Warning: Be certain that the slot you select in your VXIbus mainframe matches the
VXI-MXI configuration as either a Slot 0 device or a Non-Slot 0 device.
If you install your VXI-MXI into a slot that does not correspond with the
jumper settings, you risk damage to the VXI-MXI, the VXIbus backplane,
or both.
4. Insert the VXI-MXI in the slot you have selected by aligning the top and bottom of the card
with the card-edge guides inside the mainframe. Slowly push the VXI-MXI straight into the
slot until its plug connectors are resting on the backplane's receptacle connectors. Using
slow, evenly distributed pressure, press the VXI-MXI straight in until it seats in the
expansion slot. The front panel of the VXI-MXI should be even with the front panel of the
mainframe.
5. Tighten the retaining screws on the top and bottom edges of the front panel.
6. Check the installation.
7. Connect the cables as described in the following section before restoring power.
8. Replace or close any doors or covers to the mainframe.
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