Getting Started
This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core
controller, including setting up your controller to run LabVIEW Real-Time. It also describes
the controller's front panel connectors.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) stated in the product specifications. These requirements
and limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is
operated in the intended operational electromagnetic environment.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. However, harmful interference may
occur in some installations, when the product is connected to a peripheral device or test object,
or if the product is used in residential or commercial areas. To minimize interference with
radio and television reception and prevent unacceptable performance degradation, install and
use this product in strict accordance with the instructions in the product documentation.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National
Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Caution
To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with
shielded cables and accessories.
Caution
To ensure the specified EMC performance, all I/O cables except
connected Ethernet, serial, USB 2.0, and GPIB cables must be no longer than 3 m
(10 ft.). Serial, USB 2.0, and GPIB cables must be no longer than 30 m (100 ft.).
Ethernet cables can be longer than 30 m (100 ft.).
Unpacking
The NI PXI-8840 Quad-Core ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge
from damaging device components. To prevent such damage when handling the device,
ground yourself using a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your
computer chassis, and complete the following steps:
1.
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the chassis before removing the device
from the package.
Caution
Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.
2.
Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose components or any
other sign of damage.
3.
Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do
not
install a
damaged device into your chassis.
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