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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-8245
PXIe, 4-Port, 10/100/1000BASE-T PXI Ethernet Interface Module
This document describes how to install and configure the necessary hardware and software
components to begin using the PXIe-8245.
You need the following items to set up and use the PXIe-8245.
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PXIe-8245 GigE interface device
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Ethernet cable
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PXIe computer running Microsoft Windows 10 with at least one available slot
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PXI Platform Services software
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Optional software for developing applications:
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LabVIEW 2020
Note
Before you begin, install and configure your chassis and controller.
Contents
Verifying the System Requirements..........................................................................................1
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
PXIe-8245 Kit Contents............................................................................................................2
Preparing the Environment....................................................................................................... 2
Installing the Application Software and Driver........................................................................ 3
Installing the PXIe-8245........................................................................................................... 3
Confirming the Device is Recognized.............................................................................. 4
Front Panel................................................................................................................................ 4
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 5
What Should I Do if the PXIe-8245 Does Not Appear in MAX?.................................... 5
Where to Go Next..................................................................................................................... 5
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 6
Verifying the System Requirements
To use the PXIe-8245, your system must meet certain requirements. For more information
about minimum system requirements, recommended system, and supported application
development environments (ADEs), refer to the readme, which is installed or available at
ni.com/manuals.
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- Page 1 Installing the PXIe-8245......................3 Confirming the Device is Recognized................4 Front Panel..........................4 Troubleshooting........................5 What Should I Do if the PXIe-8245 Does Not Appear in MAX?........5 Where to Go Next........................5 Worldwide Support and Services....................6 Verifying the System Requirements To use the PXIe-8245, your system must meet certain requirements.
- Page 2 PXIe-8245 Getting Started Guide (this document) – PXIe-8245 Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information Preparing the Environment Ensure the environment in which you are using the PXIe-8245 meets the following specifications. Operating environment Ambient temperature range 0 °C to 55 °C...
- Page 3 Install LabVIEW (optional). Installing the PXIe-8245 Notice To prevent damage to the PXIe-8245 caused by ESD or contamination, handle the module using the edges or the metal bracket. Ensure the AC power source is connected to the chassis before installing the module.
- Page 4 Verify that the PXIe-8245 appears under My System »Devices and Interfaces . Front Panel The following figure shows the PXIe-8245 front panel. Figure 2. PXIe-8245 Front Panel PXIe-8245 1000BASE-T The PXIe-8245 provides four standard Gigabit Ethernet ports (Port 0 to Port 3). 4 | ni.com | PXIe-8245 Getting Started Guide...
- Page 5 Troubleshooting If an issue persists after you complete a troubleshooting procedure, contact NI technical support or visit ni.com/support. What Should I Do if the PXIe-8245 Does Not Appear in MAX? In the MAX configuration tree, expand Devices and Interfaces. Expand the Chassis tree to see the list of installed hardware, and press <F5> to refresh the list.
- Page 6 NI. NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504, USA. For up-to-date contact information for your location, visit ni.com/contact. 6 | ni.com | PXIe-8245 Getting Started Guide...
- Page 7 NI trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering NI products/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents...
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