Getting Started with the NI 783xR
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Installing Hardware
This section describes how to unpack and install the PXI-783
x
R and
PCI-783
x
R devices.
Note
You must install the NI-RIO device drivers before installing the NI 783
x
R.
Unpacking
The NI 783
x
R is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic
discharge from damaging device components. To prevent such damage
when handling the device, take the following precautions:
•
Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded
object, such as your computer chassis.
•
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis
before removing the device from the package.
Caution
Never
touch the exposed pins of connectors.
Remove the device from the package and inspect the devices for loose
components or any other sign of damage. Notify NI if the device appears
damaged in any way. Do
not
install a damaged device into the computer.
Store the NI 783
x
R in the antistatic envelope when not in use.
PXI-783
x
R Installation
You can install the PXI-783
x
R in any available peripheral slot in the PXI
or CompactPCI chassis. Complete the following instructions to install the
PXI-783
x
R:
Note
You must install the software before installing the hardware. For software
installation instructions, refer to the
Installing Software
section.
1.
Power off and unplug the PXI or CompactPCI chassis.
2.
Make sure there are no lit LEDs on the chassis. Wait for any lit LEDs
to go out before continuing the installation.
3.
Remove the filler panel for the peripheral slot.
4.
Ground yourself using a grounding strap or by touching a grounded
object, such as the PXI or CompactPCI chassis.
5.
Insert the PXI-783
x
R into the slot. Use the injector/ejector handle to
fully inject the PXI-783
x
R into place.
