Measurement Computing WBK Options - Manual (Page 207)

1066-0901, rev 1.0 967896 WBK40 & WBK41 IG-5
3. Set the Expansion Port number.
In our current setup, the WBK40 or WBK41 is a second-level
device. This is because it is connected to an expansion port of a
first-level device, i.e., the WaveBook/516E or WBK25.
For this step select the expansion port number to which the
WBK40 or WBK41 is connected, i.e., Port 1, Port 2, or Port 3.
Note: The WBK40 or WBK41 make use of the same IP address
as the WaveBook/516E or WBK25 to which they are
connected. For this reason no configuration of the IP
address is called for in the second-level device’s
properties box.
Setting the Expansion Port Number
4. Test the system connections.
a. Make sure the device has been properly installed and is
powered-on.
b. Make sure all cables are properly and securely
connected.
c. Click the “Test Hardware” tab.
d. Click the <Resource Test> button.
Note: The test results have two components: Resource Tests
and Performance Tests. Each is described briefly.
Daq* Configuration
Test Hardware Tab
Resource Tests. The resource tests are intended to test system capability for the current device
configuration. Resource tests are pass/fail. Test failure may indicate a lack of availability of the resource,
or a possible resource conflict.
Base Address Test. This resource test checks the base address for the selected port. Failure of this test may
indicate that the port is not properly configured within the system. See relevant operating system and
computer manufacturer’s documentation to correct the problem.
Interrupt Level Test – Tests the ability of a parallel port to generate interrupts. Failure of this test may
indicate that the parallel port may be currently unable to generate the necessary hardware interrupt, while
other parallel port devices may work OK in this mode. Some parallel port devices (such as printers) do not
require interrupts to work properly. See relevant operating system and computer manufacturer’s
documentation to correct the problem.