Common Configuration Questions; General Questions - National Instruments NI PXIe-8106 User Manual

Common Configuration
Questions

General Questions

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This chapter answers common configuration questions you may have when
using a NI PXIe-8106 embedded controller.
What do the LEDs on the NI PXIe-8106 front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the
Chapter 3, I/O Information.
After shutting down my NI PXIe-8106 controller, the Ethernet LEDs
continue to blink. Is it safe to remove my controller or disconnect
power?
The NI PXIe-8106 controller Ethernet device remains powered even after
shutdown. It is safe to remove your controller or disconnect power.
How do I check the configuration of the memory, hard drive,
time/date, and so on?
You can view these parameters in the BIOS setup. To enter the BIOS setup,
reboot the NI PXIe-8106 and press <Delete> during the memory tests.
Refer to the Entering BIOS Setup
Configuration, for more information.
Can I use the internal Serial ATA drive and an external hard drive at
the same time?
Yes. Refer to the
BIOS Setup
Configuration, for more information.
Front Panel Features
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