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Figure 1. Setting up a CompactDAQ Chassis
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Connect the CompactDAQ chassis using the USB cable supplied with your chassis to any available
USB port on your computer system.
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Connect the power source to the chassis. The CompactDAQ chassis requires an external power
supply that meets the specifications listed in the NI cDAQ-9172 User Guide and Specifications.
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Power on the CompactDAQ chassis.
Refer to the Windows Device Recognition section.
PCI and PCI Express Devices
Complete the following steps to install a PCI or PCI Express device:
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Power off and unplug the computer.
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Remove the computer cover and/or the expansion slot cover.
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Touch any metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity.
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Insert the device into the applicable PCI/PCI Express system slot. Gently rock the device into place.
Do not force the device into place.
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Figure 2. Installing a PCI/PCI Express Device
Per the PCI standard, NI PCI DAQ devices with the Universal PCI connector are supported in
PCI-compliant buses, including PCI-X. You cannot install PCI Express devices in PCI slots and
vice versa. PCI Express devices support up-plugging into a PCI Express slot of higher lane width.
Some motherboards reserve the x16 slot for graphics use; refer to the computer manufacturer’s
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