Chapter 1
Introduction
PC/104-GPIB for Windows 95
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What You Need to Get Started
Make sure you have all of the items listed before you attempt to install
the hardware and software:
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Windows 95 or later installed on your system
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One of the following modules:
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16-bit PC/104-GPIB
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8-bit PC/104-GPIB
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PC/104 installation kit:
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Four standoffs
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Four screws
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Four hex nuts
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20 in. GPIB connection ribbon cable
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The following 3.5 in., high-density (1.44 MB) disks:
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GPIB Software for Windows 95 (Disk 1 of 2)
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GPIB Software for Windows 95 (Disk 2 of 2)
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GPIB cables—single-shielded or double-shielded, Type X1, X2, or
X5, which you can order from National Instruments
Optional Equipment
Call National Instruments for more information about the following
optional equipment:
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Serial or parallel bus extender and cables
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Bus expander/isolator
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GPIB mechanical switch
GPIB Hardware Overview
The PC/104 Specification defines a compact version of the PC AT bus
that is optimized for embedded systems applications. Unlike ISA
boards that are installed in a fixed computer backplane, PC/104
modules are stacked, one on top of the other. Modules are available in
