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1 Installation
To properly install the CAN-PRO1-PCIE in your PC, please follow the instructions detailed in
the next sections.
1.1 System requirements
To run the CAN-PRO1-PCIE on a PC, the PC must meet the following requirements:
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PCI Express slot
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Windows7, Windows Vista or Windows XP installed
1.2 Software installation
The CAN-PRO1-PCIE software is part of the “CAN Drivers and API” CD which is also
available from the download section at www.softing.com.
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Insert the CD in your PC’s CD/DVD drive.
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Run the
CANDriversAndSoftware32.exe
for 32 bit operating systems or
CANDriversAndSoftware64.exe
for 64 bit operating systems.
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Please follow the instructions given by the setup software.
NOTE:
Make sure to install the software b e f o r e you install
your CAN-PRO1-PCIE hardware for the first time.
1.3 Hardware and driver installation
Once the software setup is finished please shut down the PC and follow the steps listed
below to install the CAN-PRO1-PCIE hardware.
NOTE:
To prevent damage to the CAN-PRO1-PCIE or to the PC,
discharge yourself on a grounded object such as the
metal housing of the PC before touching the board.
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Make sure that the PC and all peripheral devices are powered down.
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Remove the housing cover (refer to the PC manual).
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Select an available PCI Express slot and remove the slot cover (bracket)
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Plug the board into the slot on the motherboard of the PC.
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Fasten the bracket of the CAN-PRO1-PCIE using the screw.
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Reassemble the housing cover.
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Turn ON the PC and applicable peripherals.
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The computer will recognize the new hardware.
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When “New Hardware Wizard” asks if Windows Update should be connected
select
No
.
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In the next step select
automatic software installation.
This will install all required drivers.
