Figure 5.
Y-Splitter Cable
What if I don’t have a Y-splitter cable? Can I still use a mouse
and keyboard?
If you do not have a Y-splitter cable, plug a USB keyboard into any USB connector. You can
also plug a USB mouse into any USB connector.
How do I connect a VGA monitor to the NI PXI-8840
Quad-Core?
A DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter (part number 782271-01) is included with your kit. You can
use this adapter to connect a VGA monitor to a DisplayPort connector.
How do I connect two monitors to the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core?
The NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core includes two DisplayPort connectors. You can connect each to a
separate monitor for dual monitor support.
Software Driver Installation
How do I install or reinstall the video driver?
Refer to KnowledgeBase 3H3COSD8,
What Peripheral Drivers Should I Use with My PXI or
VXI Controller?
, at
ni.com/support
.
How do I install or reinstall the Ethernet driver?
Refer to KnowledgeBase 3H3COSD8,
What Peripheral Drivers Should I Use with My PXI or
VXI Controller?
, at
ni.com/support
.
How do I install or reinstall the GPIB driver?
The NI-488.2 driver for your GPIB port is installed by default when your controller is first
shipped from the factory. To change the default installed driver, complete the following steps:
1.
Download the latest GPIB driver from
ni.com/downloads
.
2.
Install the driver and verify that the driver has properly detected the GPIB device in the
Device Manager. If you need more assistance, refer to
ni.com/getting-started/
.
How do I install software from a CD?
The compact size of the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core does not allow for an integrated USB CD/
DVD-ROM drive. You have the following options:
NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core Getting Started Guide
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