Chapter 2 Installation and Configuration
PXI Module Installation
Caution
T u r n off the system power using the power switch shown in Figure 1-1,
Front
View of the PXI-1011 Chassis,
before installing CompactPCl or PXI modules.
Follow these steps to install a PXI module into a chassis slot:
1. F i r s t place the module edges into the PXI chassis module guides
(top and bottom), as shown in Figure 1-1,
Front View of the PXI-1011
Chassis.
2. S l i d e the module to the rear of the chassis, making sure that the
injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in Figure 2-1.
3. W h e n you begin to feel resistance, push up on the injector/ejector
handle to inject the module into the frame.
4. Secure the module's front panel to the chassis using the module
front-panel mounting screws.
Figure 2-1.
Injector/Ejector Handle Position during Module Insertion
PXI Filler Panel Installation
To optimize module cooling performance, install filler panels into unused
or empty slots. Secure the filler panels with the captive mounting screws.
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