Chapter 1
Getting Started
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Temperature-sensing module that can adjust fan speed based on
air-intake temperature to minimize audible noise
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Front-panel LEDs that indicate a voltage regulation failure, a fan
failure, or over-temperature condition
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Programmable PXI trigger routing between PXI bus segments
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Optional carrying handle and feet for portability
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Front rack mount brackets and handles
Chassis Description
Figures 1-1 and 1-2 show the key features of the PXI-1056 chassis front
and rear panels. Figure 1-1 shows the front view of the PXI-1056.
Figure 1-2 shows the rear view.
Figure 1-1.
Front View of the PXI-1056 Chassis
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On/Off (Standby) Power Switch
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Mounting Brackets
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3U Filler Panels
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Generic Peripheral Slots
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Chassis Handle
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6U Filler Panels
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Rubber Feet
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Controller Expansion Slots
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System Controller Slot
10 Star Trigger/Peripheral Slot
11 Voltage/Fan/Temperature LEDs
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10
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11
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NI PXI-1056
