Keysight M8100A Series Arbitrary Waveform Generators Getting Started Guide
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Basic Setup for M8100A
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To connect via PCIe
In case of PCIe connectivity, the host computer can be a desktop PC with
an available x8 or wider PCIe slot.
Review the Keysight recommended list of host computers at
http://literature.cdn.keysight.com/litweb/pdf/5990-7632EN.pdf
that are
compatible with the Keysight M9505A AXIe Chassis.
Figure 9
PCIe port on the front panel of the AXIe ESM
Step 4 - Connect the M9505A AXIe Chassis to a Power Supply
You can use an external power supply, typically AC power mains.
1 The instrument module uses the power supplied by the M9505A AXIe
Chassis in which it is installed. The M9505A AXIe Chassis power cord
comes with the chassis shipment. Insert the power cord into the inlet
at the rear of the chassis.
2 Connect the cord to an appropriate AC power main.
3 Push the circuit breaker to the right, which is the ON position.
Figure 10
Chassis circuit breaker
PCIe Port
