
Removing the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core from a PXI
Chassis
To remove the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core from a PXI chassis, complete the following steps.
1.
Power off the chassis.
2.
Remove any cables that may be attached to the controller front panel.
3.
Unscrew the four bracket-retaining screws in the front panel.
4.
Press the injector/ejector handle down.
5.
Slide the unit out of the chassis.
Cleaning
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core controller. If
needed, use a soft, nonmetallic brush for cleaning around components.
Make sure that the device is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to
service.
Common Configuration Questions
This section answers common configuration questions you may have when using an
NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core embedded controller.
General Questions
What do the LEDs on the front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the
Front Panel Features
section.
How do I check the configuration of the memory, hard drive,
time/date, and so on?
You can view these parameters in the BIOS setup. Complete the following steps to enter the
BIOS setup:
1.
Reboot the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core.
2.
Press <Delete> during the memory tests.
Refer to the
Accessing BIOS Setup Utility
section of the
NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core User
Manual
for more information.
Can I use the internal Serial ATA drive and an external hard
drive at the same time?
Yes. Refer to the
BIOS Setup Utility
section of the NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core User Manual for
more information.
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