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Contents
Conventions ...................................................................................................................vii
Related Documentation..................................................................................................viii
Unpacking ......................................................................................................................1-1
What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1
Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-2
Chassis Description........................................................................................................1-3
Optional Equipment .......................................................................................................1-4
Interoperability with CompactPCI ..................................................................1-5
System Controller Slot ....................................................................................1-5
Star Trigger Slot ..............................................................................................1-5
Peripheral Slots................................................................................................1-6
Local Bus.........................................................................................................1-6
Trigger Bus ......................................................................................................1-8
System Reference Clock..................................................................................1-8
Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
Safety Information .........................................................................................................2-1
Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................2-2
Providing Adequate Clearance ........................................................................2-2
Setting Fan Speed ............................................................................................2-3
Installing Filler Panels.....................................................................................2-3
Rack Mounting ..............................................................................................................2-4
Connecting Safety Ground.............................................................................................2-4
Connecting to Power Source..........................................................................................2-4
Installing a PXI Controller.............................................................................................2-5
Installing PXI Modules ..................................................................................................2-7
Power Switch LED Indicator .........................................................................................2-8
Front Panel LED Indicators ...........................................................................................2-8
