Publication No. 981049 Rev. B
PXIe-3352 User Manual
Astronics Test Systems
Getting Started 3-3
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Software Installation
Prior to hardware installation of the PXIe-3352, install the following four software
drivers:
1. VISA software, available from your PXI slot 0 device vendor
2. Windows PXI Device Driver (from LabVIEW driver installer)
3. LabWindows/CVI Instrument Driver (optional)
4. LabVIEW Instrument Driver (optional)
Note: You will need system administrator priveleges to install these software
items.
Installing the VISA driver
The LabVIEW and LabWindows/CVI driver communicate with the instrument using
the VISA software interface layer. The VISA software is provided by the
manufacturer of your PXI controller. Obtain the VISA software from your PXI
controller vendor, and follow their instructions for installing on your computer.
Installing the PXI device driver
The PXI Device Driver is included on both the LabWindows / CVI Instrument Driver
Installer and the LabVIEW Instrument Driver Installer. You MUST install this driver
so that the instrument will be properly recognized by Windows.