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PXIe-4844 Installation Guide and Specifications
Electromagnetic Compatibility Guidelines
This product was tested and complies with the regulatory requirements and limits for
electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) as stated in the product specifications. These requirements
and limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
product is operated in its intended operational electromagnetic environment.
This product is intended for use in industrial locations. There is no guarantee that harmful
interference will not occur in a particular installation, when the product is connected to a test
object, or if the product is used in residential areas. To minimize the potential for the product to
cause interference to radio and television reception or to experience unacceptable performance
degradation, install and use this product in strict accordance with the instructions in the product
documentation.
Furthermore, any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by National
Instruments could void your authority to operate it under your local regulatory rules.
Caution
To ensure the specified EMC performance, operate this product only with
shielded cables and accessories.
Caution
To ensure the specified EMC performance when using the AUX port,
install a snap-on, ferrite bead (National Instruments part number 781233-01) in
accordance with the product installation instructions.
Unpacking
The product shipping kit includes the PXIe-4844 hardware module and the NI-OSI driver
software DVD. The PXIe-4844 module ships in an antistatic package to prevent damage from
electrostatic discharge (ESD), and the package is inside a hard-shelled plastic case. Before
removing the hardware module from the antistatic package, touch the antistatic package to a
metal part of your computer chassis to discharge any static electricity. Ground yourself using a
grounding strap or by touching a grounded metal object.
Remove the hardware module from the package and inspect it for loose components or any signs
of damage. Contact NI if the hardware module appears damaged in any way. Do
not
install
a damaged module into your system. Store the module in the antistatic package and the
hard-shelled plastic case when not in use.
Note
When transporting the PXIe-4844 over long distances, remove the module
from the chassis and place the module in the original antistatic package and
hard-shelled plastic case.
