Installing the Hardware
You must install the software before installing the hardware.
Before you install the hardware, refer to the guidelines in the
Maintain Forced-Air Cooling
Note to Users
at
ni.com/manuals
to ensure that the device can cool itself effectively.
Caution
To prevent damage to the device caused by ESD or contamination, handle
the device using the edges or the metal bracket.
Caution
Clean the hardware with a soft, nonmetallic brush. Make sure that the
hardware is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to
service.
Installing an NI SwitchBlock Carrier
The NI SwitchBlock carrier holds up to six NI SwitchBlock relay cards and occupies four PXI
slots. The carrier can be installed before or after installing cards.
Figure 3.
Installing an NI SwitchBlock Carrier
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NI PX
I-1045
1. NI SwitchBlock Card
2. NI SwitchBlock Carrier
3. PXI Connector
4. NI PXI/PXI Express or NI PXI/SCXI Combination
Chassis
1.
Ensure the AC power source is connected to the chassis before installing the carrier.
The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage while you
install the carrier.
2.
Power off the chassis.
3.
If the chassis has multiple fan speed settings, ensure that the fans are set to high.
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