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Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration
© National Instruments Corporation 2-3 NI 8171 Series User Manual
How to Remove the Controller from the PXI Chassis
The NI 8171 series controllers are designed for easy handling. To remove
the unit from the PXI chassis:
1. Turn off power.
2. Remove the bracket-retaining screws in the front panel.
3. Press the injector/ejector handle down.
4. Slide the unit out of the chassis.
BIOS Setup
You can change the NI 8171 series configuration settings in the BIOS
setup. The BIOS is the low-level interface between the hardware and PC
software thatconfigures and testsyour hardwarewhen you bootthe system.
The BIOS setup program includes menus for configuring settings and
enabling NI 8171 series controller features.
Most users do not need to use the BIOS setup program, as the NI 8171
series controller ships with default settings that work well for most
configurations.
Caution
Changing BIOS settings may lead to incorrect controller behavior and possibly
an unbootable controller. If this happens, follow the instructions for restoring default
settings in the System CMOS section. In general, do not change a setting unless you are
absolutely certain what it does.
Entering BIOS Setup
To start the BIOS setup utility:
1. Turn on or reboot your NI 8171 series controller.
2. When the message Press <DEL> to enter SETUP appears, press
<Delete> or <Del> on the numeric keypad. The message Entering
Setup… appears, and the setup program is loaded after a short delay.
3. When you first enter the BIOS setup program, it displays the Main
menu.
Use the following keys to navigate through the BIOS setup:
• Left Arrow, Right Arrow—Use these keys to move between the
different setup menus. If you are in a submenu, these keys have no
effect, and you need to press <Esc> to leave the submenu first. (To use
the arrows on the numeric keypad, you must turn off Num Lock.)