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National Instruments Corporation 2-1 FieldPoint FP-1 000/FP-1001 U ser Manual
Chapter
2
Installation and Configuration
This chapter describes how to install and configure your FieldPoint
network module, connect it to an RS-232 or RS-485 network, and
connect power to the network module.

Installing the Network Module

The FieldPoint network modules have rugged, simple clips for
mounting reliably onto a standard 35 mm DIN rail. Follow these steps
to mount the network module onto a DIN rail. Terminal bases must be
connected to the network module before power is applied.
1. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to open the DIN rail clip to the
unlocked position, as shown in Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1. DIN Rail Clip in the Unlocked Position
2. Hook the lip on the rear of the network module onto the top of a
35 mm DIN rail and press the network module down onto the DIN
rail as shown in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. Installing the Network Module onto a DIN Rail
Rail Clip LockedRail Clip Unlocked
Press
DIN Rail
Cover
Local Bus
Connector