Chapter 2
Installation
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Installation
Before getting started, refer to the electrostatic discharge guidelines in the
section of this chapter.
IMAQ 1410 Device
Note
You
must
install the NI-IMAQ driver software before installing the IMAQ 1410.
Install the IMAQ 1410 in any available PCI expansion slot in the computer.
To achieve the best noise performance, leave as much room as possible
between the IMAQ 1410 and other devices and hardware.
Complete the following steps to install the IMAQ 1410.
1.
Verify that the NI-IMAQ driver software is installed on the computer.
2.
Verify that the W1 jumper is in place. The IMAQ 1410 ships with this
jumper in place.
3.
Power off and unplug the computer.
Caution
To protect both yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the computer
must remain off and unplugged until you finish installing the IMAQ 1410 device.
4.
Remove the computer cover. Make sure there are no lit LEDs on the
motherboard. If any are lit, wait until they go out before continuing
installation.
5.
Touch the metal part of the power supply case inside the computer to
discharge any static electricity that might be on your clothes or body.
6.
Locate the metal bracket that covers the cut-out in the back panel of
the chassis for the slot you have selected. Remove and save the
bracket-retaining screw and the bracket cover.
7.
Line up the IMAQ 1410 card-edge connector with the expansion slot
receptacle. Using slow, evenly distributed pressure, press the
IMAQ 1410 straight down until it rests firmly in the expansion slot.
8.
Reinstall the bracket-retaining screw to secure the IMAQ 1410 to the
back panel rail.
9.
Visually verify the installation.
10. Replace the computer cover, and plug in the computer.