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National Instruments PXIe-8880 Getting Started

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PXIe-8880
Getting Started
2024-02-05

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  • Page 1 PXIe-8880 Getting Started 2024-02-05...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installing from a USB CD/DVD-ROM........6 Installing the NI PXIe-8880 into a PXI Express Chassis..... . . 6 LabVIEW RT.
  • Page 3 How do I upgrade system memory?....... . . 20 NI PXIe-8880 System Memory Information..... . 21 How do I flash a new BIOS?.

  • Page 4: Overview

    Unpacking The NI PXIe-8880 ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging device components. To prevent such damage when handling the device, ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your computer chassis, and complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 5: Preparing The Environment

    Voltage (V) Current (Amps) Typical Current (Amps) Maximum 0.3 A 0.4 A Preparing the Environment Ensure the environment you are using the NI PXIe-8880 in meets the following specifications. Ambient temperature range Standard [1],[2] 0 to 50 °C (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-1 and IEC-60068-2-2.

  • Page 6: Installing An Os

    MIL-PRF-28800F, Class 3.) Installing an OS NI PXIe-8880 controllers include a preinstalled OS. In some cases, you may want to install a different OS. You can install Windows 7 from a USB CD/DVD-ROM or use an external SCSI CD-ROM with a PXI-SCSI adapter.
  • Page 7 Figure 1. Removing Protective Screw Caps a. Protective Screw Cap (4X) 5. Make sure the injector/ejector handle is in its downward position. Align the NI PXIe-8880 with the card guides on the top and bottom of the system controller slot. Caution Do not raise the injector/ejector handle as you insert the NI PXIe-8880.
  • Page 8 7. Raise the injector/ejector handle until the module firmly seats into the backplane receptacle connectors. The front panel of the NI PXIe-8880 should be even with the front panel of the chassis. 8. Tighten the four bracket-retaining screws on the top and bottom of the front panel to secure the NI PXIe-8880 to the chassis.

  • Page 9: Labview Rt

    Remote Systems branch. MAX lists the PXI Express controller as the model name of the controller followed by the MAC address (for example, NI-PXIe-8880 00802f108562). Note The other computer must have LabVIEW, LabVIEW RT, and any desired drivers installed.
  • Page 10 PXIe-8880 Getting Started Record the PXI Express controller MAC address, located on the side of the controller, for use in identifying the controller. The label also can be removed and placed on the front of the controller for easier access.

  • Page 11: Labview Rt Configuration Switches

    If you are not using LabVIEW RT, these switches should remain in the OFF position. The controller reads these switches only after a system reset. The NI PXIe-8880 controller includes the following LabVIEW RT configuration switches: Switch 1—Boot LabVIEW RT: Set this switch to ON to boot LabVIEW RT.

  • Page 12: Drivers And Software

    PXIe-8880 Getting Started Figure 3. LabVIEW RT Configuration Switches 1. Switch 1—Boot LabVIEW RT 2. Switch 2—Boot Safe Mode 3. Switch 3—Disable Startup VI 4. Switch 4—Reset IP Address Drivers and Software If you purchased a system preinstalled with Windows, your hard drive includes a directory called images in its root that contains software and soft copies of manuals for the peripherals.

  • Page 13: Data Storage

    ■ USB CD/DVD-ROM, mass storage device, or floppy drive ■ NI PXIe-8880 Front Panel The following figure shows the front panel layout of the NI PXIe-8880. Figure 4. NI PXIe-8880 Front Panel Connectors NI PXIe-8 135 Embedded Controller 1. Trigger 2.

  • Page 14: Front Panel Connectors

    IEEE 488.2 PXI Express Trigger Connectivity The SMB connector on the NI PXIe-8880 front panel can connect to or from any PXI Express backplane trigger line. A trigger allocation process is needed to prevent two resources from connecting to the same trigger line, resulting in the trigger being double-driven and possibly damaging the hardware.

  • Page 15: Pxi Express Chassis Configuration

    PXI Express Chassis Configuration The PXI Express Platform Services software installed on your controller and available on the National Instruments Driver DVD or PXI Platform Services CD included with your kit automatically identifies your PXI Express system components to generate a pxiesys.ini and pxisys.ini file. You can configure your entire PXI Express system through Measurement &...

  • Page 16: Pxi Express System Configuration

    For detailed information about initialization files, refer to the PXI Express specification at www.pxisa.org. Removing the NI PXIe-8880 from a PXI Express Chassis To remove the NI PXIe-8880 from a PXI Express chassis, complete the following steps. ni.com...

  • Page 17: Cleaning

    5. Slide the unit out of the chassis. Cleaning Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the NI PXIe-8880 controller. If needed, use a soft, nonmetallic brush for cleaning around components. Make sure that the device is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to service.

  • Page 18: Same Time

    ■ Can I use the internal Serial ATA drive and an external hard drive at the same time? Yes. Refer to the BIOS Setup Utility section of the NI PXIe-8880 User Manual for more information. Related information: NI PXIe-8880 User Manual ■...

  • Page 19: How Do I Configure The Controller To Boot From These Devices

    How do I plug both a PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard into the controller? The NI PXIe-8880 has no PS/2 connector, and you need to use a USB Y-splitter cable as shown below, or a similar device, to connect both a PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard.

  • Page 20: How Do I Install Or Reinstall The Ethernet Driver

    How do I install software from a CD? The compact size of the NI PXIe-8880 does not allow for an integrated USB CD/DVD- ROM drive. If you are using Windows 7, you have the following options: • USB CD/DVD-ROM—Windows 7 supports installing from a USB CD/DVD-ROM.

  • Page 21: Ni Pxie-8880 System Memory Information

    However, three mismatched modules will result in better performance than using a single module. National Instruments offers the following types of SO-DIMMs for use with ■ the NI PXIe-8880 controller.

  • Page 22: How Do I Flash A New Bios

    The latest NI software is available by searching for your model number at ni.com/ downloads. My NI PXIe-8880 does not have an internal floppy drive. Is there a way to use an external drive? Yes. The NI PXIe-8880 controller supports and can boot from USB floppy drives.

  • Page 23: How Do I Use The Smb Trigger On The Front Panel

    Troubleshooting This section answers common troubleshooting questions you may have when using the NI PXIe-8880 embedded controller. What if the Controller Does Not Boot? Several problems can cause a controller not to boot. Here are some things to look for and possible solutions.

  • Page 24: What If I Can't See The Video

    PXIe-8880 Getting Started Try the controller in a different chassis. ■ Try a similar controller in the same chassis. ■ Clear the CMOS. ■ Recover the hard drive on the controller. ■ Make sure the RAM is properly seated. ■...

  • Page 25: My Cmos Is Corrupted. How Do I Set It Back To Default

    There are two methods that you can use to reset the CMOS. 1. First Method a. Enter the BIOS setup program as described in the Accessing BIOS Setup Utility section of the NI PXIe-8880 User Manual for more information. b. Press <F9> to load BIOS defaults.

  • Page 26: Ni Services

    NI product. Product registration facilitates technical support and ensures that you receive important information updates from NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 N Mopac Expwy, Austin, TX, 78759-3504, USA. ni.com © 2024 National Instruments Corporation.

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