
Getting Started with R Series Multifunction RIO
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Figure 3.
Installing an NI PXI-78
xx
R Device in a PXI Chassis
5.
For the NI PCI/PCIe-78
xx
R, secure the device mounting bracket to the computer back panel rail.
For the NI PXI-78
xx
R, secure the device front panel to the chassis front panel mounting rail using
the front-panel mounting screws.
6.
For the NI PCI/PCIe-78
xx
R, replace the computer cover, if applicable.
7.
Plug in and power on the computer or PXI chassis.
To confirm that your device is recognized, complete the following additional steps:
1.
Select
Start»All Programs»National Instruments»Measurement & Automation
to open
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX).
2.
Expand
Devices and Interfaces
.
3.
Verify that the device appears under
Devices and Interfaces»RIO Devices
.
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PXI Chassis
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PXI System Controller
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NI PXI-78
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R Device
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Injector/Ejector Handle
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Front-Panel Mounting Screws
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Module Guides
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Power Switch
3
4
PXI-1000B
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1
7
2
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