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3. Unseat the removable hard drive from the connector and remove it from the
slot.
Store the hard drive in the original antistatic packaging when not in use to avoid
damage.
Common Configuration Questions
This section answers common configuration questions you may have when using a
PXIe-8861 embedded controller.
What do the LEDs on the front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the Front Panel Features section.
How do I check the configuration of the memory, storage drive, time/date,
and so on?
You can view these parameters in the BIOS setup utility. Complete the following
steps to enter the BIOS setup:
1. Reboot the PXIe-8861.
2. Press <Delete> during the system boot up.
Can I use the internal storage drive and an external storage drive at the same
time?
Yes.
What devices can I boot from?
The PXIe-8861 can boot from the following devices:
The internal drive.
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A network PXE or iSCSI server on the same subnet.
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An external USB mass storage device such as a USB hard drive, USB CD/DVD-
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ROM, or USB flash drive.
Most PCI or PCI Express-based devices that provide an Option ROM.
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