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Getting Started with NI Integrated Steppers and NI 73xx Motion Controllers
Step 2: Install the NI 7330/7340/7350 Motion Controller
The following sections explain how to install PXI and PCI motion controllers.
Note
When adding or removing the motion controller, you must be logged on with
administrator-level access. After you have restarted the system, you may need to
refresh Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to view the new controller.
PXI Controllers
1.
Power off and unplug the chassis.
Caution
To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the
computer
must
remain unplugged until the installation is complete.
2.
Choose an unused peripheral slot and remove the filler panel.
3.
Touch a metal part on the chassis to discharge any static electricity that might be on your
clothes or body. Static electricity can damage the controller.
4.
Insert the PXI controller into the chosen slot. Use the injector/ejector handle to fully secure
the device into place.
5.
Attach the front panel of the PXI controller to the front panel mounting rails of the chassis
with the slot screws on the chassis.
Caution
Always power on the computer containing the motion controller and
initialize the controller before you power on the rest of the motion system. Power off
the motion system in the reverse order.
6.
Plug in and power on the chassis.
PCI Controllers
1.
Power off and unplug the computer.
Caution
To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the
computer
must
remain unplugged until the installation is complete.
2.
Open the computer case to expose access to the PCI expansion slots.
3.
Touch a metal part on the chassis to discharge any static electricity that might be on your
clothes or body. Static electricity can damage the controller.
4.
Choose an 3.3 V or +5 V PCI slot, and remove the corresponding expansion slot
cover on the back panel of the computer.
5.
Gently rock the controller into the slot. The connection may be tight, but do
not
force the
controller into place.
Note
Check that the bracket of the device aligns with the hole in the back panel rail
of the computer chassis.
