Conventions
The following conventions appear in this manual:
CompactPCI Express/
CPCIe
PCI Express/PCIe
PXI Express/PXIe
Getting Started
This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your NI PXIe-8830mc
processor module, including setting up your processor module to run LabVIEW Real-Time. It
also describes the processor module's front panel connectors.
Unpacking
The NI PXIe-8830mc ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from
damaging device components. To prevent such damage when handling the device, ground
yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your computer
chassis, and complete the following steps:
1.
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the chassis before removing the device
from the package.
Caution
2.
Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose components or any
other sign of damage.
3.
Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a
damaged device into your chassis.
Electrical
Power Rail
+3.3 V
+12 V
+5 V
Aux
Note: Does not include any attached USB devices.
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The terms CompactPCI Express and CPCIe are interchangeable
in this guide.
The terms PCI Express and PCIe are interchangeable in this
guide.
The terms PXI Express and PXIe are interchangeable in this
guide.
Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
Typical Current
1450 mA
3750 mA
70 mA
Maximum Current
2180 mA
3940 mA
110 mA