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Contents
Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1-1
What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................... 1-1
Key Features ..................................................................................................................... 1-2
Chassis Description .......................................................................................................... 1-3
Optional Equipment.......................................................................................................... 1-5
Interoperability with CompactPCI............................................................................ 1-6
System Controller Slot.............................................................................................. 1-7
Hybrid Peripheral Slots ............................................................................................ 1-7
PXI Express Peripheral Slots.................................................................................... 1-8
PXI Local Bus .......................................................................................................... 1-8
PXI Trigger Bus........................................................................................................ 1-9
System Reference Clock........................................................................................... 1-9
Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration
Safety Information............................................................................................................ 2-1
Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................... 2-2
Providing Adequate Clearance ................................................................................. 2-2
Chassis Ambient Temperature Definition ................................................................ 2-5
Setting Fan Speed ..................................................................................................... 2-5
Installing Filler Panels .............................................................................................. 2-5
Installing Slot Blockers ............................................................................................ 2-5
Rack Mounting ................................................................................................................. 2-5
Connecting Safety Ground ............................................................................................... 2-6
Connecting to Power Source ............................................................................................ 2-6
Installing a PXI Express System Controller ..................................................................... 2-6
Installing Peripheral Modules........................................................................................... 2-9
Power Inhibit Switch LED Indicator ................................................................................ 2-11
Inhibit Mode Switch ......................................................................................................... 2-11
PXI Express System Configuration with MAX ............................................................... 2-12
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