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Chapter 2 Configuration and Installation
7344/7334 Hardware User Manual 2-2 ni.com
The following are general installation instructions, but consult your
computer user manual or technical reference manual for specific
instructions and warnings.
Caution
7344/7334 controllers are sensitive electronic devices shipped in an antistatic
bag. Open only at an approved workstation and observe precautions for handling
electrostatic-sensitive devices.
♦ PCI-7344 and PCI-7334
1. Turn off and unplug your computer.
2. Remove the top cover or access port to the PCI expansion slots in your
computer.
3. Wait for any motherboard LEDs to turn off. This will ensure that
system power has dissipated.
4. Remove the expansion slot connector port cover on the back panel
of the computer if installed.
5. Insert the 7344/7334 controller into a +3 V or +5 V PCI slot. Gently
rock the board toease it into place. It maybe a tight fit, but do not force
the board into place.
6. If available, screw the mounting bracket of the 7344/7334 controller
to the back panel rail of the computer.
7. Replace the cover.
8. Plug in the 68-pin cable for motion I/O to the 7344/7334 controller.
9. Plug in and turn on your computer.
Your PCI-7344/7334 controller is installed.
♦ PXI-7344
1. Turn off and unplug your chassis.
2. Choose an unused +5 V peripheral slot.
3. Remove the filler panel for the peripheral slot you have chosen.
4. Touch a metal part on your chassis to discharge any static electricity
that might be on your clothes or body.
5. Insert the PXI board into the slot. Use the injector/ejector handle
to fully inject the device into place.
6. Screw the frontpanel of the PXI boardto the front panel mounting rails
of the chassis.