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National Instruments Corporation 2-1 PCI-4451/4452 User Manual
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Installation and Configuration
This chapter explains how to install and configure your PCI-4451/4452
device.
Software Installation
Note
Install your software before you install your PCI-4451/4452 device.
If you are using NI-DAQ, refer to your NI-DAQ release notes. Find the
installation section for your operating system and follow the instructions
given there. If you are using LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, or other
National Instruments application software, refer to the appropriate release
notes. After you have installed your application software, refer to your
NI-DAQ release notes and follow the instructions given there for your
operating system and application software package.
Hardware Installation
You can install the PCI-4451/4452 device in any available PCI expansion
slot in your computer. However, to achieve the best noise performance,
leave as much room as possible between the PCI-4451/4452 device and
other devices and hardware. The following are general installation
instructions, but consult your computer user manual or technical reference
manual for specific instructions and warnings:
1. Write down the PCI-4451/4452 device serial number in the
PCI-4451/4452 Hardware and Software Configuration Form in
Appendix C, Customer Communication, of this manual.
2. Turn off and unplug your computer.
3. Remove the top cover or access port to the I/O channel.
4. Remove the expansion slot cover on the back panel of the computer.
5. Insert the PCI-4451/4452 device into a 5 V PCI slot. It should fit
snugly, but do not force the device into place.
6. Screw the mounting bracket of the PCI-4451/4452 device to the back
panel rail of the computer.
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