Appendix B
Troubleshooting and Common Questions
PXI-GPIB/PMC-GPIB for Windows NT
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should reinstall the GPIB software. Refer to Chapter 2,
, for installation instructions.
Examining the NT System Log Using the Event Viewer
Windows NT maintains a system log. If the GPIB driver is unable to start,
it records entries in the system log explaining why it failed to start. To
examine the system log by running the Event Viewer utility, select
Start»Programs»Administrative Tools»Event Viewer.
Events that might appear in the system log include the following:
•
The system cannot locate the device file for one or more of the devices
that make up the GPIB driver and an event is logged that
The system
cannot find the file specified
. In this case, the GPIB
software is not installed properly. You should reinstall the GPIB
software. Refer to Chapter 2,
Installation and Configuration
, for
installation instructions.
•
A conflict exists between the GPIB hardware and the other hardware
in the system. If this is the case, an event is logged that indicates the
nature of the resource conflict. To correct this conflict, reconfigure the
GPIB hardware and software. Refer to Chapter 2, Installation and
Configuration, for configuration information.
Common Questions
Can I use the PXI-GPIB in a slot that is not configured for bus
arbitration?
National Instruments recommends installing the PXI-GPIB into a slot that
supports bus arbitration, or bus master cards. But you can install the board
into a non-master slot, if you disable the onboard DMA controller. Refer to
the
, for more information.
How can I determine which type of GPIB hardware I have installed?
Run the GPIB Configuration utility: select Start»Settings»Control Panel
and double-click on the GPIB icon.
