NI PXI-8250 Installation Guide
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Cautions
The NI PXI-8250 module may sustain damage or inflict damage on adjacent
modules if improperly installed.
Proper slot selection is required for the operation of this module. If the module is installed
in any other slot, the module will not operate and could potentially cause other adjacent
modules to not operate. Appendix A,
Specifications
, of the
NI PXI-8250 User Manual
lists
the typical power required for the NI PXI-8250 module.
The NI PXI-8250 is a sensitive electronic device shipped in an antistatic bag. Open only at
an approved workstation and observe precautions for handling electrostatic-sensitive
devices.
Note
Install the NI PXI-8250 in only the right-most slot of an NI PXI-1042/1042Q
or NI PXI-1045. Hence, the NI PXI-8250 should only be installed in slot 8 of an
NI PXI-1042/1042Q chassis or slot 18 of an NI PXI-1045 chassis.
Complete the following steps to install the NI PXI-8250 module.
1.
Power off and unplug the chassis.
Caution
To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the chassis must
remain unplugged until the installation is complete.
2.
Locate the rightmost (last numbered) slot of the NI PXI-1042/1042Q
or NI PXI-1045 chassis and ensure it is unused. If occupied, relocate
the module or remove the filler panel. Refer to Figure 1 for the location
of this slot on the NI PXI-1042/1042Q chassis, and Figure 2 for the
location of this slot on the NI PXI-1045 chassis.
Figure 1.
Location of NI PXI-1042Q Slot for NI PXI-8250 Support
NI PXI-104
2Q
Slot 8
