Chapter 1
Getting Started with Your NI 653X
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Installing Your NI 653
X
The following are general installation instructions. Consult your computer
or chassis user manual or technical reference manual for specific
instructions and warnings about installing new devices.
Note
It is important to install NI-DAQ before installing your device(s) to ensure the
device(s) are properly detected.
Installing the NI PCI-DIO-32HS, NI PCI-6534, or NI PCI-7030/6533
You can install an NI PCI-DIO-32HS, NI PCI-6534, or NI PCI-7030/6533
in any available PCI expansion slot in your computer.
1.
Power off and unplug your computer.
2.
Remove the cover.
3.
Remove the expansion slot cover on the back panel of the computer.
4.
Touch a metal part of your computer chassis to discharge any static
electricity that might be on your clothes or body.
5.
Insert the NI 653
X
into a PCI system slot. It may be a tight fit, but do
not
force the device into place.
6.
Screw the mounting bracket of the NI 653
X
to the back panel rail of the
computer.
7.
Visually verify the installation. Make sure the device is not touching
other boards or components and is inserted fully in the slot.
8.
Replace the cover of your computer.
9.
Plug in and power on your computer.
You are now ready to configure your NI 653
X
.
Installing the NI PXI-6533, NI PXI-6534, or NI PXI-7030/6533
You can install an NI PXI-653
X
or NI PXI-7030/6533 any available 5 V
peripheral slot in your PXI or CompactPCI chassis.
Note
Your PXI device has connections to several reserved lines on the CompactPCI J2
connector. Before installing a PXI device in a CompactPCI system that uses J2 connector
lines for purposes other than PXI, refer to Appendix C,