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2.5
Cabling the Host Computer to a PXI Chassis
Connect the PCIe cable assembly between the PCIe-8638,
PXIe-8638, PXIe-8638D, and/or PXIe-8638P.
Figure 2-4: PCIe x8 Cable Assembly
1. Connect the cable assembly to the external port on the
bracket of the PCIe-8638 located in the host PC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable assembly to the
external port of the PXIe-8638 or uplink port of the
PXIe-8638D installed into the system slot of the PXI
Express chassis.
CAUTION:
Removing the PCIe cable assembly after the system is
powered on may cause system errors or data loss. If the
cable is unplugged improperly, reconnect it and reboot
the host PC and PXI chassis.
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