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Introduction
This chapter lists what you need to get started and optional equipment
you can order, and briefly describes the GPIB-ENET/100 hardware and
NI-488.2 for Mac OS.
What You Need to Get Started
Before you install your GPIB-ENET/100 hardware and NI-488.2 for
Mac OS, make sure you have all of the following items:
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Mac OS 8.1 or higher with at least 32 MB memory
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TCP/IP protocol installed on your computer
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GPIB-ENET/100, which is included in your hardware kit
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GPIB-ENET/100 power supply, which is included in your hardware kit
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One of the following power cords, which is included in your
hardware kit:
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U.S. standard power cord
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Switzerland power cord
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Australian power cord
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Universal European power cord
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North American power cord
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U.K. power cord
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The
NI-488.2 for Mac OS Version 7.6.7
CD, which is included in your
software kit
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One of the following Category 5 twisted-pair network cables,
which you can purchase from National Instruments:
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Straight-through cable for connecting the GPIB-ENET/100 to
a network hub
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Cross-over cable for connecting the GPIB-ENET/100 directly
to a computer’s network interface card (NIC)