National Instruments NI-9149 Getting Started page 15

swsupport for the minimum supported versions of LabVIEW and
NI CompactRIO Device Drivers.
Tip
If you have recently upgraded LabVIEW, you must reinstall NI
CompactRIO Device Drivers.
Ensure that the NI USBLAN adapter is recognized in the Device Manager. On
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Windows 7, select Start » Control Panel » Device Manager » Network
adapters » National Instruments » USBLAN adapter. If the USBLAN adapter is
not recognized, you must reinstall NI CompactRIO Device Drivers.
Temporarily disable any network firewalls or other security software.
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Verify the System IP Configuration
1. Put the NI 9149 in safe mode by holding the RESET button down for 5 seconds.
The STATUS LED starts blinking three times every few seconds.
2. Set a new DHCP connection by holding the RESET button down for 5 seconds.
The STATUS LED repeats the same behavior from
If the NI 9149 fails to set a new DHCP address, it assigns itself a link-local IP
address. If the DHCP connection is successful and appropriate for your
application, skip to
3. In MAX, expand your system under Remote Systems.
4. Select the Network Settings tab to configure the IP and other network
settings.
5. Reboot the NI 9149 by pressing the RESET button.
Configure the Windows Firewall
Add an exception for MAX to your network firewall or other security software
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by completing the following steps:
1. On Windows 7, select Start » Control Panel » System and Security »
Windows Firewall » Allow a program through Windows Firewall.
2. Click Allow another program.
3. Select Measurement & Automation.
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