Front Panel Features
The PXIe-8238 has the following front-panel features:
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Two front panel LEDs per port that show status:
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LINK/ACT
— The Link/Activity LED indicates one of the following states:
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No link: off
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Linked - no activity: green
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Linked - activity: blinking green
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SPEED
— The Speed LED indicates one of the following states:
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No link: off
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Linked - no activity: yellow = 1 GbE, green = 10 GbE
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Linked - activity: yellow = 1 GbE, green = 10 GbE
Removing the PXIe-8238 from a PXI Express Chassis
To remove the PXIe-8238 from a PXI Express chassis, complete the following steps.
1.
Power off the chassis.
2.
Remove any cables that may be attached to the module front panel.
3.
Unscrew the two bracket-retaining screws in the front panel.
4.
Press the injector/ejector handle down.
5.
Slide the module out of the chassis.
Cleaning
Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the PXIe-8238 module. If needed, use a soft,
nonmetallic brush for cleaning around components.
Make sure the module 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 a PXIe-8238
module.
General Questions
What do the LEDs on the front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the
Front Panel Features
section.
My system boots fine as long as a particular module is not in my
chassis.
The most common cause of this is a damaged module. Try the module in a different chassis or
with a different controller. Also, remove any external cables or terminal blocks connected to
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