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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
ATCA-3671
FPGA Module for ATCA
This document describes how to install, configure, and test the ATCA-3671 FPGA Module for
ATCA. The ATCA-3671 is programmable both through LabVIEW using LabVIEW FPGA and
through BEEcube Platform Studio (BPS).
Note If you are using BPS, visit ni.com/info and enter the Info Code
BPSsupport
to access BPS-related resources within the BPS Support Community.
This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to avoid injury,
data loss, or a system crash.
Caution
You can impair the protection provided by the ATCA-3671 if you use it in
a manner not described in this document.
Contents
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines...............................................................................2
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................2
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 3
Verifying the Kit Contents................................................................................................ 3
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 5
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 5
Installing the Hardware.............................................................................................................6
Protection Impairment.......................................................................................................6
Installing the RTM............................................................................................................ 6
Installing the ATCA-3671 Module................................................................................... 7
Installing AIO-3681/3682 Modules.................................................................................. 7
Installing AIO-3691 Modules......................................................................................... 12
Powering On the ATCA-3671 Module................................................................................... 15
Maximum Power Requirements......................................................................................16
Connecting to a Host Computer..............................................................................................17
Installing MXI Cables.....................................................................................................17
Identifying FPGA Devices in MAX............................................................................... 17
Network Connection Configuration to the ATCA-3671................................................. 18
Programming...........................................................................................................................18
Finding Example VIs...................................................................................................... 18
Verifying the Device Connection (Optional).................................................................. 18