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Figure 13: Push the ejector latch down prior to inserting the module
4. Slide the module into the PXIe slot. Observe the correct orientation of the module. When
the ejector handle touches the metal rail of the chassis, lift the ejector handle to push the
module into the slot for the last few millimeters.
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Figure 14: Push the ejector latch up to plug the BS module into the backplane connectors
5. Secure the PXIe module with the mounting screws on the front panel.
6. Power off and unplug your host computer.
7. Remove the top cover or access port to the PCIe expansion slots.
8. Select any available PCIe x8 expansion slot (Figure 15).
9. Locate and dislodge the metal bracket that covers the cut-out in the back panel of the
computer for the slot you have selected.
10. Insert the PCIe-8381 board into the expansion slot (Figure 16).
11. Secure the metal bracket back in place.
12. Replace the computer cover.
13. Connect the MXI-Express x8 cable to both MXI-Express x8 cards. The cables have no
polarity, so you can connect either end to either card.
Continue with step 14 further below.
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