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Chapter 2
Configuration and Installation
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Installation
Install the PCI-1424 in any available PCI expansion slot in your computer.
To achieve the best noise performance, leave as much room as possible
between the PCI-1424 and other devices and hardware.
Complete the following steps to install the PCI-1424.
1.
Verify that the NI-IMAQ driver software is installed on your computer.
2.
Power off and unplug your computer.
Caution
To protect both yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the computer
should remain off and unplugged until you finish installing the PCI-1424 device.
3.
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.
4.
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.
5.
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.
6.
Line up the PCI-1424 card-edge connector with the expansion slot
receptacle. Using slow, evenly distributed pressure, press the PCI-1424
straight down until it seats in the expansion slot.
7.
Reinstall the bracket-retaining screw to secure the PCI-1424 to the
back panel rail.
8.
Visually verify the installation.
9.
Replace the computer cover, and plug the computer in.