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Instrument
Adjacent Compatible Slots Required
PXIe-5842 VST
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Instrument
Module Installation Order,
Left
to Right
PXIe-5842 VST
1. PXIe-5842
2. PXIe-5655
PXIe-5842 instruments can be installed in the following PXI chassis slot types:
■
PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slot
■
PXI Express System Timing Slot
■
PXI Express Peripheral Slot
Use the following figure to identify compatible slots within your chassis:
Figure
1.
Chassis Compatibility Symbols
1. PXI Express System Controller Slot
2. PXI Peripheral Slot
3. PXI Express Hybrid Peripheral Slot
4. PXI Express System Timing Slot
5. PXI Express Peripheral Slot
6. Touch any metal part of the chassis to discharge static electricity.
7. Place the edges of a module of your instrument into the module guides of the
appropriate slot at the top and bottom of the chassis. Slide the module into
the slot until it is fully inserted.
8. Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the front-panel mounting
screws.
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PXIe-5842
Getting Started