National Instruments PXIe-8238, Getting Started Manual

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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-8238
This document includes instructions for installing and configuring your PXIe-8238 module.
Contents
Products Covered...................................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started.......................................................................................................................... 1
Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1
Electrical........................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation........................................................................................................2
Powering On the PXIe-8238............................................................................................. 3
Powering Off the PXIe-8238............................................................................................ 3
Software Installation and Configuration........................................................................... 3
PXIe-8238 Front Panel......................................................................................................3
Removing the PXIe-8238 from a PXI Express Chassis....................................................5
Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 5
Common Configuration Questions........................................................................................... 5
General Questions............................................................................................................. 5
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 6
Products Covered
This document covers the following products:
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PXIe-8238 (142470 x -010L)
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.
Getting Started
This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your PXIe-8238 module. It also
describes the module's front panel connectors.
Unpacking
The PXIe-8238 ships in an antistatic package to prevent 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 chassis, and
complete the following steps: