© National Instruments Corporation 2-1 VXI-MXI-Express Series User Manual
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Installation and Configuration
This chapter explains how to set up your test system.

Installing the Software

Use the Setup program that came with your NI-VXI/NI-VISA software to
install the entire software package or a software update, or to reinstall
software in the event that your files were accidentally erased. Some of the
utilities rely on the LabWindows/CVI Run-Time Engine. This software is
installed, if necessary, during the NI-VXI/NI-VISA installation.
Depending on the type of installation you choose, you may need up to
500MB of free space on your hard drive to accommodate the NI-VXI and
NI-VISA software.
To be compliant with VXIplug&play specifications, a VXI controller must
provide the VISA I/O driver library standardized by VXIplug&play. VISA
ensures that your controller can run all VXIplug&play-compatible software
now and in the future.
The NI-VISA software in this kit is compatible with the WINNT/GWINNT
framework. With NI-VISA installed on your computer, you can run any
VXIplug&play software that is compatible with this framework. This
includes instrument drivers and executable soft front panel software
included with VXIplug&play-compatible instruments from a variety
of vendors.

Installing the NI-VXI and NI-VISA Software

This section describes how to install the NI-VXI and NI-VISA software.
Carefully read these directions along with any messages on the screen
before making your selections. You can quit the Setup program at any time
by clicking the Cancel button.