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NI High-Speed Digitizers Getting Started Guide
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NI PXIe-5185/5186 Startup Behavior
The first time you install the NI 5185/5186 in the chassis, the NI-SCOPE driver launches a device
recognition wizard. After the wizard completes, the NI 5185/5186 module goes through an initialization
procedure that lasts approximately 5–10 minutes. You must wait until the initialization procedure
completes before using the module.
Note
The Access LED turns green when the module is ready to be configured.
The initialization procedure will occur on each subsequent use of the NI 5185/5186, although the device
recognition wizard is not repeated on each subsequent boot cycle. The module will begin the
initialization procedure after the NI-SCOPE driver has been loaded by the operating system.
PCI Devices
To install a PCI device, complete the following steps:
1.
Power off and unplug the PC.
2.
Remove the PC cover.
3.
Insert the device into an open PCI slot as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5.
PCI Installation
Tip
To maximize airflow and extend the life of the PCI device, leave any adjacent PCI slots empty.
4.
Secure the device to the PCI chassis with a screw.
Caution
It is important to completely screw the device front panel into the PCI slot, both for
mechanical stability and to create a solid ground connection. Improperly secured devices may affect
the accuracy of the device.
(SMC-Based Devices)
Some computer manufacturers use a securing lever made of plastic to secure
PCI devices; such a lever is unacceptable and
must
be removed. Use the screw provided in the kit
to screw down the digitizer. Otherwise, you must use a different computer chassis.
5.
Replace the PC cover.
6.
Plug in and power on the PC.
7.
(SMC-Based Devices)
Verify that spread-spectrum clocking is enabled in the PC BIOS.
For information about how to verify this setting, refer to the PC user documentation.
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