Chapter 3
Hardware Overview
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Speed LED
The Speed LED indicates the NI PCI-1588 Ethernet link speed. Refer to
Figure 3-3 for the Speed LED location.
Table 3-1 summarizes what the Speed LED represents.
Link LED
The Link LED indicates the NI PCI-1588 Ethernet link condition. Refer to
Figure 3-3 for the Link LED location.
Table 3-2 summarizes what the Link LED represents.
Connectors
This section describes the connectors on the NI PCI-1588 front panel.
•
RJ-45 Ethernet
—Ethernet connection. This connector allows the
module to communicate via standard Ethernet cabling.
•
PFI <0..2>
—Programmable Function Interface <0..2>. These
connectors can be used for either input or output. You can program the
behavior of these PFI connections individually.
Refer to Figure 3-3 for the connector locations.
Caution
Connections that exceed any of the maximum ratings of input or output signals
on the NI PCI-1588 can damage the module and the computer. NI is
not
liable for any
damage resulting from such signal connections.
Table 3-1.
Speed LED Description
Color
Status
Off
10 Mbps
Green
100 Mbps
Table 3-2.
Link LED Color Description
Color
Status
Off
No Ethernet link
Green
Ethernet link established
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