Chapter 2 Configuring the VXI-1200
VXI-1200 User Manual
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Site Considerations
The VXI-1200 mainframe is designed to operate on a bench or in an
instrument rack. Refer to Figures 1-6 and 1-7 in the previous chapter
for vent locations for the VXI-1200 when used in bench-top and
rack-mount applications, respectively. Determine how you will use
your VXI-1200 (bench-top or rack-mount) and follow the appropriate
installation instructions.
Rack-mount kits are available using either slides or rails. Follow the
instructions in the installation guide that comes with the kit.
Select VXIbus Slot 0 Controller Location
The VXI-1200 is factory configured for operation with the VXIbus
Slot 0 controller located in the front C0 slot. You can reconfigure the
VXI-1200 to locate the VXIbus Slot 0 controller in the rear B0 slot,
freeing one full C-sized instrument slot. Refer to Figure 2-1 as you
follow these steps to configure the mainframe to operate with the
VXIbus Slot 0 controller located in the rear B0 slot.
1.
Remove the Personality module retaining screw located at the
bottom left-side panel. Retain for later installation.
2.
Grasp the Personality module using the finger cutout and remove
from the J57 card-edge connector located on the backplane by
pulling gently and evenly toward the front.
3.
Rotate the Personality module 180
°
so that the silkscreen reads as
follows:
—>
SLOT 0 LOCATED IN
REAR B-SIZED SLOT
4.
Install the Personality module (so that the silk screen reads as
shown above in step 3) into the J57 card-edge connector by
aligning the Personality module with the connector and gently
pushing toward the rear.
5.
Install the Personality module retaining screw and tighten until
snug. Do not over tighten.
