Chapter 2 Configuration and Installation
NI PXI-8250 User Manual 2-2 ni.com
The NIPXI-8250 is a sensitive electronic device shipped in an antistatic bag. Open only at
an approved workstation and observe precautions for handling electrostatic-sensitive
devices.
Note Install the NI PXI-8250 in only the right-most slot of an NI PXI-1042/1042Q or
NIPXI-10 45. As such, the NI PXI-8250 should only be installed in slot 8 of an
NIPXI-10 42/1042Q chassis or slot 18 of an NI PXI-1045 chassis.
Complete the following steps to install the NI PXI-8250 module.
1. Power off and unplug the chassis.
Caution To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the chassis must
remain unplugged until the installation is complete.
2. Locate the rightmost (last numbered) slot of the NI PXI-1042/1042Q
or NI PXI-1045 chassis and ensure it is unused. If occupied, relocate
the module or remove the filler panel. Refer to Figure2-1 for the
location of this slot on the NI PXI-1042/1042Q chassis, and Figure 2-2
for the location of this slot on the NI PXI-1045 chassis.