Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
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System CMOS
The NI 8171 series contains a backed-up memory used to store BIOS
configuration information.
To clear the CMOS contents:
1.
Turn off power.
2.
Remove the controller from the chassis.
3.
Move the jumper on J1 from pins 1-2 to pins 2-3 as shown in
Figure 2-2.
4.
Wait 1 second. Move the jumper back to pins 1-2.
5.
Reinstall the controller in the chassis.
Caution
Do
not
leave the jumper on pins 2-3. Doing so decreases battery life.
Figure 2-2.
Clearing the CMOS Contents
1
Normal Operation (Default)
2
Clear CMOS Contents
3
Pin 1
1
2
3
