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GETTING STARTED GUIDE

PXIe-8240

This document includes instructions for installing and configuring your PXIe-8240 module.

Contents

Products Covered...................................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started.......................................................................................................................... 1

Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1
Electrical........................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation........................................................................................................2
Powering On the PXIe-8240............................................................................................. 3
Powering Off the PXIe-8240............................................................................................ 3
Software Installation and Configuration........................................................................... 3
PXIe-8240 Front Panel......................................................................................................3
Removing the PXIe-8240 from a PXI Express Chassis....................................................5
Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 5

Common Configuration Questions........................................................................................... 5

General Questions............................................................................................................. 5

Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 6

Products Covered

This document covers the following products:

PXIe-8240 (142470

x

-040L)

Note

 

Following the model number above is the specific NI assembly number in

parentheses. Ensure that the specifications of interest match the NI assembly number
printed on the board. 

x

 denotes all letter revisions of the assembly.

Getting Started

This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your PXIe-8240 module. It also
describes the module's front panel connectors.

Unpacking

The PXIe-8240 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:

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