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Contents
Conventions ...................................................................................................................vii
Related Documentation..................................................................................................viii
Unpacking ......................................................................................................................1-1
What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1
Key Features ..................................................................................................................1-2
Chassis Description........................................................................................................1-4
Optional Equipment .......................................................................................................1-5
PXI-1052 Backplane Overview .....................................................................................1-5
Interoperability with CompactPCI ..................................................................1-6
System Controller Slot ....................................................................................1-6
Star Trigger Slot ..............................................................................................1-6
Peripheral Slots................................................................................................1-6
Local Bus.........................................................................................................1-7
SCXI Control Slot ...........................................................................................1-7
Trigger Bus ......................................................................................................1-7
System Reference Clock..................................................................................1-8
Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
Safety Information .........................................................................................................2-1
Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................2-2
Providing Adequate Clearance ........................................................................2-2
Setting Fan Speed ............................................................................................2-3
Installing Filler Panels.....................................................................................2-3
Installing Slot Blockers ...................................................................................2-3
Rack Mounting ..............................................................................................................2-3
Connecting Safety Ground.............................................................................................2-4
Connecting to Power Source..........................................................................................2-4
Power Switch LED Indicators .......................................................................................2-5
Installing a PXI Controller.............................................................................................2-6
Installing PXI Modules ..................................................................................................2-8
