National Instruments PXI PXITM -1000 - Manual (Page 9)

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About This Manual
The PXI-1000 User Manual describes the features of the PXI-1000
mainframe and contains information about configuring the mainframe,
installing the modules, and operating and using the PXI-1000.
Organization of This Manual
This manual is organized as follows:
• Chapter 1, Getting Started , describes the key features of the PXI-1000,
lists the contents of your kit, and lists optional equipment you can
order from National Instruments.
• Chapter 2, Installation and Configuration , describes how to prepare
and operate your PXI-1000 mainframe.
• Chapter 3, Maintenance , describes basic maintenance procedures you
can perform on the PXI-1000 mainframe.
• Appendix A, Specifications , contains complete specifications for the
PXI-1000 mainframe.
• Appendix B, Pinouts , describes the P1 and P2 connector pinouts for
the PXI-1000 backplane.
• Appendix C, Customer Communication , contains forms you can use to
request help from National Instruments or to comment on our products
and manuals.
• The Glossary lists abbreviations, acronyms, metric prefixes,
mnemonics, symbols, and terms.
• The Index contains an alphabetical list of key terms and topics used in
this manual, including the page where you can find each one.
Conventions Used in This Manual
The following conventions are used in this manual:
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to important information.
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you of precautions to take to avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash.
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