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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PXIe-8240
This document includes instructions for installing and configuring your PXIe-8240 module.
Contents
Products Covered...................................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started.......................................................................................................................... 1
Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1
Electrical........................................................................................................................... 2
Preparing the Environment............................................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation........................................................................................................ 2
Powering On the PXIe-8240............................................................................................. 3
Powering Off the PXIe-8240............................................................................................ 3
Software Installation and Configuration........................................................................... 3
PXIe-8240 Front Panel......................................................................................................3
Removing the PXIe-8240 from a PXI Express Chassis....................................................5
Cleaning............................................................................................................................ 5
Common Configuration Questions........................................................................................... 5
General Questions............................................................................................................. 5
Worldwide Support and Services.............................................................................................. 6
Products Covered
This document covers the following products:
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PXIe-8240 (142470x-040L)
Note
Following the model number above is the specific NI assembly number in
parentheses. Ensure that the specifications of interest match the NI assembly number
printed on the board. x denotes all letter revisions of the assembly.
Getting Started
This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your PXIe-8240 module. It also
describes the module's front panel connectors.
Unpacking
The PXIe-8240 ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging
device components. To prevent such damage when handling the device, ground yourself using
a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as your computer chassis, and
complete the following steps:
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- Page 1 Ensure that the specifications of interest match the NI assembly number printed on the board. x denotes all letter revisions of the assembly. Getting Started This section includes instructions for unpacking and installing your PXIe-8240 module. It also describes the module's front panel connectors. Unpacking The PXIe-8240 ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging device components.
- Page 2 Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose components or any other sign of damage. Notify National Instruments if the device appears damaged in any way. Do not install a damaged device into your chassis. Electrical...
- Page 3 ✓ ✓ PXIe-8240 — Align the PXIe-8240 with the card guides on the top and bottom of the slot. Hold the handle as you slowly slide the module into the chassis until the handle catches on the injector/ejector rail. Caution Do not raise the injector/ejector handle as you insert the PXIe-8240.
- Page 4 Figure 1. PXIe-8240 Front Panel NI PXIe-8240 1. Ethernet Connector 2. SPEED LED 3. LINK/ACT LED Front Panel Connectors The following table lists various peripherals and their corresponding PXIe-8240 external connectors, bus interfaces, and functions. Peripheral External Connector Description Ethernet Port...
- Page 5 Slide the module out of the chassis. Cleaning Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the PXIe-8240 module. If needed, use a soft, nonmetallic brush for cleaning around components. Make sure the module is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to service.
- Page 6 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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