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Figure 3.

 Installing a DDR3 SO-DIMM in an NI PXIe-8830mc Processor Module

1

2

1. DDR3 SO-DIMM Module
2. DDR3 SO-DIMM Socket

How do I flash a new BIOS?

Contact National Instruments for more information.

Where do I get the latest software drivers?

The latest National Instruments software is available from 

ni.com/downloads

.

Troubleshooting

This section answers common troubleshooting questions you may have when using the
NI PXIe-8830mc processor module.

What if the processor 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 installed in slot 1 and working properly.

Which LEDs come on? The 

PWROK/FAULT

 LED should stay lit green. The 

Drive

 LED

should blink during boot as the disk is accessed.

What has changed about the system? Did you recently move the system? Was there
electrical storm activity? Did you recently add a new module, memory chip, or piece of
software?

Refer to your chassis documentation for additional troubleshooting steps.

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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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