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PXI-846x and NI-CAN for Windows 98/95
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Introduction
This chapter lists what you need to get started, provides an overview of the
PXI hardware and the NI-CAN software for Windows 98/95, and describes
optional equipment you can order.
What You Need to Get Started
Make sure you have all of the following items before you attempt to install
the hardware and software:
❑
Windows 98 or Windows 95 installed on your computer
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One of the following boards, which is included in your kit:
–
PXI-8460 one port
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PXI-8460 two port
–
PXI-8461 one port
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PXI-8461 two port
–
PXI-8462 two port
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3.5 in., high-density (1.44 MB) disks, which are included in your kit:
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NI-CAN Software for Windows 95/98/NT
Version 1.4
(Disk x of 4)
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CAN interface cables that meet the requirements in Appendix B,
Cabling Requirements for PXI-8460 Low-Speed CAN
, Appendix C,
Cabling Requirements for PXI-8461 High-Speed CAN
, or
Appendix D,