Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration
10
Before You Begin
Before you install your PowerDAQ board, you should read and
understand the following information.
System Requirements:
To install and run your PowerDAQ board, you must have the following:
•
A PC with PCI slots, a Pentium-class processor, and a
BIOS that is compliant with
PCI Local Bus Specification
Revision 2.1
or greater
•
Windows 95, 98, NT 4.0, 2000 (Workstation or Server)
Packing List
In your PowerDAQ package you should have received:
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A PowerDAQ board
•
A user manual
•
A CD containing the PowerDAQ software development kit
(SDK) and documentation
Note
The CD label shows the version number of the SDK.
•
A calibration certificate
Precautions
PowerDAQ boards contain sensitive electronic components. When
handling your PowerDAQ board, you should:
•
Ensure that you are properly grounded.
•
While holding the board in its antistatic bag, discharge
any static electricity by touching the metal part of your
PC.
Summary of Contents for PD2-MF
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