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AT-GPIB/NI-488M/AT&T UNIX
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation
This chapter contains step-by-step instructions for installing the AT-GPIB
interface board in a PC AT.
Table 2-1 shows the default settings for the AT-GPIB.
Table 2-1. AT-GPIB Default Settings
Parameters
Default
Settings
Base I/O Address (hex)
2C0
DMA Channel
5
Interrupt Line (IRQ)
11
If these settings are known to conflict with your existing hardware or if you
are installing a second board, refer to Appendix C to change these settings.
Otherwise, proceed to the next paragraph.
The AT-GPIB can be installed in any unused expansion slot in your
computer. After you change the settings (if needed), verify the switches and
jumper settings, and record the settings on the AT-GPIB Hardware and
Software Configuration Form located in Appendix D, you are ready to
install the AT-GPIB.
The following steps are general installation instructions. Consult the
manual that came with your computer for specific instructions and
warnings.
1.
Turn off your computer.
2.
Unplug the power cord.
3.
Remove the top cover or access port to the I/O channel.