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Getting Started with the NI PCIe-1429 and NI PCIe-1430
Figure 1.
PC Expansion Slots
6.
Remove your device from the antistatic package and gently rock the device into the slot. The
connection may be tight, but do
not
force the device into place.
Note
Check that the bracket of your device aligns up with the hole in the back panel rail of the
computer chassis.
7.
Secure the device mounting bracket to the back panel rail of the computer.
Note
If you will be using the NI Camera Link I/O Extension Board, refer to the
NI Camera Link I/O
Extension Board User Guide
for installation instructions.
8.
Replace the computer cover.
9.
Connect the MDR 26-pin Camera Link cable to the Camera Link-compatible camera. Refer to
your camera manufacturer documentation for specific instructions about how to connect the cable
to your camera.
10. Connect the Camera Link cable to the Camera Link connector on the NI 1429 or NI 1430 front
panel.
11. Plug in and power on the computer.
1
PCI 32-bit Connector
2
PCI 64-bit and/or PCI-X Connector
3
PCIe x4 Connector
4
PCIe x16 Connector
4
2
1
3
