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National Instruments PXI NI PXI-8105 User Manual

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Chapter 2

Installation and Configuration

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NI PXI-8105 User Manual

7.

Raise the injector/ejector handle until the module firmly seats
into the backplane receptacle connectors. The front panel of the
NI PXI-8105 should be even with the front panel of the chassis.

8.

Tighten the four bracket-retaining screws on the top and bottom of the
front panel to secure the NI PXI-8105 to the chassis.

9.

Check the installation.

10. Connect the keyboard and mouse to the appropriate connectors. If you

are using a PS/2 keyboard and a PS/2 mouse, a Y-splitter adapter is
available to connect both to a single USB connector. Refer to
Figure 4-1,

Y-Splitter Cable

.

11. Connect the DVI monitor video cable to the DVI connector. If you are

using a VGA monitor, use the DVI-to-VGA adapter included with
your kit.

12. Connect devices to ports as required by your system configuration.

13. Power on the display device.

14. Power on the chassis.

15. Verify that the controller boots. If the controller does not boot, refer

to the

What if the NI PXI-8105 does not boot?

section of Chapter 5,

Troubleshooting

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