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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

NI PXImc Devices

NI PXIe-8830mc PXImc Processor Module

This document includes instructions for installing and configuring your NI PXIe-8830mc
PXImc processor module.

Contents

Products Covered...................................................................................................................... 1
Conventions.............................................................................................................................. 2
Getting Started.......................................................................................................................... 2

Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 2
Electrical........................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 3
Hardware Installation........................................................................................................3
Powering On the PXImc System...................................................................................... 4
Powering Off the PXImc System......................................................................................4
Software Installation and Configuration........................................................................... 4
LabVIEW RT Installation................................................................................................. 4
NI PXIe-8830mc Front Panel........................................................................................... 8
Removing the NI PXIe-8830mc from a PXI Express Chassis..........................................9
Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 9

Common Configuration Questions......................................................................................... 10

General Questions........................................................................................................... 10
Upgrade Information.......................................................................................................10

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................11

What if the processor module does not boot?................................................................. 11
My system boots fine as long as a particular module is not in my chassis.....................12
My CMOS is corrupted. How do I set it back to default?.............................................. 12

Worldwide Support and Services............................................................................................ 13

Products Covered

This document covers the following products:

NI PXIe-8830mc (156252

x

-011L)

Note

 

Following the model number above is the specific NI assembly number in

parentheses. Ensure that the specifications of interest match the NI assembly number
printed on the board. 

x

 denotes all letter revisions of the assembly.

Summary of Contents for PXImc Series

Page 1: ...ing the NI PXIe 8830mc from a PXI Express Chassis 9 Cleaning 9 Common Configuration Questions 10 General Questions 10 Upgrade Information 10 Troubleshooting 11 What if the processor module does not bo...

Page 2: ...t electrostatic discharge from damaging device components To prevent such damage when handling the device ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object such as your computer...

Page 3: ...your PXI Express chassis 1 Power off your PXI Express chassis but leave it plugged in while installing the NI PXIe 8830mc The power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage whil...

Page 4: ...the chassis The NI PXIe 8830mc boots up to OS when the system controller boots up when the chassis is powered on Powering Off the PXImc System The NI PXIe 8830mc powers off automatically when the cha...

Page 5: ...plorer Help accessible by browsing to MAX Remote Systems Help LabVIEW Real Time Target Configuration Configuring Network Settings from the help Contents tab Note When any IP or identification settings...

Page 6: ...ed LabVIEW RT engine After changing the settings or software reboot the processor module with this switch OFF to resume normal operation Switch 3 Disable Startup VI Set this switch to ON to prevent VI...

Page 7: ...VIEW RT Configuration Switches 1 2 3 4 1 Switch 1 Boot LabVIEW RT 2 Switch 2 Boot Safe Mode 3 Switch 3 Disable Startup VI 4 Switch 4 Reset IP Address NI PXImc Devices Getting Started Guide National In...

Page 8: ...5 User 2 LED 6 PWR OK FAULT LED 7 Drive LED Front Panel Connectors The following table lists various peripherals and their corresponding NI PXIe 8830mc external connectors bus interfaces and functions...

Page 9: ...to protect the system USER Two bi color green yellow LEDs USER 1 and USER 2 that you can define to meet the needs of your LabVIEW application DRIVE Indicates when an access to the internal hard disk...

Page 10: ...ing steps to upgrade the RAM 1 Remove theNI PXIe 8830mc from the PXI Express chassis 2 Locate the DDR4 SO DIMM module on the side of the processor module as shown in the figure 3 Remove the installed...

Page 11: ...ssor module does not boot Several problems can cause a processor module not to boot Here are some things to look for and possible solutions Things to Notice Ensure that a system controller is installe...

Page 12: ...of this is a damaged module Try the module in a different chassis or with a different controller Also remove any external cables or terminal blocks connected to the system If the module does not work...

Page 13: ...nical support and ensures that you receive important information updates from NI A Declaration of Conformity DoC is our claim of compliance with the Council of the European Communities using the manuf...

Page 14: ...atents in your software the patents txt file on your media or the National Instruments Patent Notice at ni com patents You can find information about end user license agreements EULAs and third party...

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