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specifies dynamic linking, which is the default method. It links the application
-dy
to
.
specifies static linking in the link editor. It links the
libgpib.so
-dn
application to
. For more information about compiling and linking,
libgpib.a
refer to the
pages for
and
.
man
cc
ld
For information about each NI-488 function and IEEE 488.2-style function,
choosing a programming method, developing your application, or compiling
and linking, refer to the NI-488.2M Software Reference Manual.
Common Questions
What is wrong if ibfind returns a –1?
The driver may not be installed correctly, or the nodes may not have been created
when the driver was loaded. Try removing and reinstalling NI-488.2 from the
CD-ROM.
Also, the file may require read/write privileges you do not have, or you may have
renamed a device. Make sure that the device names in your application program
match the device names in
.
ibconf
What information should I have before I call National Instruments?
Have the results of the diagnostic test
. You also should have run
ibtsta
ibic
to try to find the source of your problem.
Does this driver work with 64-bit Solaris?
Yes. NI-488.2 for Solaris works with either 32-bit or 64-bit Solaris. Also, you can
create 32-bit or 64-bit applications. The driver installs both 32-bit and 64-bit
language interface libraries on the system. For information on using the NI-488.2
language interfaces, refer to the
Using NI-488.2 with Solaris
section.
Installing Your GPIB Hardware and NI-488.2 for Solaris
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