Common Configuration Questions
This section answers common configuration questions you may have when using an
NI PXIe-8830mc processor module.
General Questions
What do the LEDs on the front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the
Front Panel Features
section.
After shutting down my NI PXIe-8830mc, the Ethernet LEDs
continue to blink. Is it safe to remove my processor module or
disconnect power?
The NI PXIe-8830mc Intel WGI217LM Ethernet device remains powered even after
shutdown. It is safe to remove your processor module or disconnect power.
Upgrade Information
How do I upgrade system memory?
You can change the amount of installed RAM on the NI PXIe-8830mc by upgrading the
DDR4 SO-DIMMs. Complete the following 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 DDR4 SO-DIMM module, if necessary.
4.
Install the new DDR4 SO-DIMM module into the slot.
NI PXIe-8830mc System Memory Information
National Instruments offers the following types of SO-DIMMs for use with the
NI PXIe-8830mc processor module.
Note
National Instruments has tested and verified that the DDR3 SO-DIMMs we
sell work with the NI PXIe-8830mc processor module. We recommend you purchase
your DDR3 SO-DIMM modules from National Instruments. Other off-the-shelf
DDR3 SO-DIMM modules are not guaranteed to work properly.
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PC3-12800 (DDR3 1600) 4 GB, 256 MB × 64, CL 9, 1.18 in. max (NI part number
782341-4096)
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PC3-12800 (DDR3 1600) 8 GB, 512 MB × 64, CL 9, 1.18 in. max (NI part number
782341-8192)
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