Installation
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2.4
Hardware Installation Outline
Hardware configuration
The PCI cards (or CompactPCI cards) are equipped with plug and play
PCI controller, it can request base addresses and interrupt according
to PCI standard. The system BIOS will install the system resource
based on the PCI cards’ configuration registers and system
parameters (which are set by system BIOS). Interrupt assignment and
memory usage (I/O port locations) of the PCI cards can be assigned by
system BIOS only. These system resource assignments are done on
a board-by-board basis. It is not suggested to assign the system
resource by any other methods.
PCI slot selection
The PCI card can be inserted to any PCI slot without any configuration
for system resource.
Installation Procedures
1. Turn off your computer
2. Turn off all accessories (printer, modem, monitor, etc.)
connected to your computer.
3. Remove the cover from your computer.
4. Setup jumpers on the PCI or CompactPCI card.
5. Select a 32-bit PCI slot. PCI slot are short than ISA or EISA slots,
and are usually white or ivory.
6. Before handling the PCI cards, discharge any static buildup on
your body by touching the metal case of the computer. Hold the
edge and do not touch the components.
7. Position the board into the PCI slot you selected.
8. Secure the card in place at the rear panel of the system.
2.5
Device Installation for Windows Systems
Once Windows 95/98/2000 has started, the Plug and Play function of
Windows system will find the new NuDAQ/NuIPC cards. If this is the
first time to install NuDAQ/NuIPC cards in your Windows system , you
will be informed to input the device information source. Please refer to
the “
Software Installation Guide
” for the steps of installing the device.
