Installation And Configuration; Software Installation; Hardware Installation - National Instruments DAQ PCI-4451 User Manual

Installation and Configuration

Software Installation

Note Install your software before you install your PCI-445X.

Hardware Installation

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This chapter explains how to install and configure your PCI-445X.
If you are using NI-DAQ, refer to your NI-DAQ release notes and the
DAQ Quick Start Guide. Find the installation section for your operating
system and follow the instructions given there.
If you are using LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, or other National
Instruments application software, refer to the appropriate release notes.
After you have installed your application software, refer to your NI-DAQ
release notes and follow the instructions given there for your operating
system and application software package.
You can install the PCI-445X in any available PCI expansion slot in your
computer. However, to achieve the best noise performance, leave as much
room as possible between the PCI-445X and other devices and hardware.
The following are general installation instructions, but consult your
computer user manual or technical reference manual for specific
instructions and warnings:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Remove the expansion slot cover on the back panel of the computer.
4. Touch a metal part of the computer chassis with your hand and with the
anti-static bag containing your PCI-445X.
5. Remove the PCI-445X from the anti-static bag.
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