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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

PXIe-6595

32 Gbps, 8-Channel PXI High-Speed Serial Instrument

Note

 

Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.

Note

 

Adapter modules are not installable or interchangeable on the PXIe-6595.

Verifying the System Requirements

To use the PXIe-6595, your system must meet certain requirements. For more information
about minimum system requirements, recommended system, and supported application
development environments (ADEs), refer to the FlexRIO readme, which is available at 

ni.com/

manuals

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Unpacking the Kit

Notice

 

To prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) from damaging the module,

ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as
your computer chassis.

1.

Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis.

2.

Remove the module from the package and inspect it for loose components or other signs
of damage.

Notice

 

Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.

Note

 

Do not install a module if it appears damaged in any way.

3.

Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit.

Store the module in the antistatic package when the module is not in use.

Summary of Contents for PXIe-6595

Page 1: ...fer to the FlexRIO readme which is available at ni com manuals Unpacking the Kit Notice To prevent electrostatic discharge ESD from damaging the module ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object such as your computer chassis 1 Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis 2 Remove the module from the package and inspect it for loose components or...

Page 2: ... edges or the metal bracket 1 Ensure the AC power source is connected to the chassis before installing the module The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage while you install the module 2 Power off the chassis 3 Inspect the slot pins on the chassis backplane for any bends or damage prior to installation Do not install a module if the backplane is damaged 4 Remove ...

Page 3: ...n 8 Place the module edges into the module guides at the top and bottom of the chassis Slide the module into the slot until it is fully inserted Figure 2 Module Installation 2 3 NI PXIe 1075 1 1 Chassis 2 Hardware Module 3 Ejector Handle in Downward Unlatched Position 9 Latch the module in place by pulling up on the ejector handle 10 Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the front pan...

Page 4: ...isted press F5 to refresh the list of installed modules If the module is still not listed power off the system ensure the module is correctly installed and restart 4 Record the identifier MAX assigns to the hardware Use this identifier when programming the PXIe 6595 5 Self test the hardware by selecting the item in the configuration tree and clicking Self Test in the MAX toolbar The MAX self test ...

Page 5: ...PXIe 6595 Getting Started Guide National Instruments Corporation 5 ...

Page 6: ...LAs and third party legal notices in the readme file for your NI product Refer to the Export Compliance Information at ni com legal export compliance for the NI global trade compliance policy and how to obtain relevant HTS codes ECCNs and other import export data NI MAKES NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES AS TO THE ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY ERRORS ...

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