© National Instruments Corporation 4-1 NI PXIe-8105 User Manual
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Common Configuration Questions
This chapter answers common configuration questions you may have when
using a NI PXIe-8105 embedded controller.

General Questions

What do the LEDs on the NI PXIe-8105 front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the Front Panel Features section of
Chapter 3, I/O Information.
After shutting down my NI PXIe-8105 controller, the Ethernet LEDs
continue to blink. Is it safe to remove my controller or disconnect
power?
The NI PXIe-8105 controller Ethernet device remains powered even after
shutdown. It is safe to remove your controller or disconnect power.
How do I check the configuration of the memory, hard drive,
time/date, and so on?
You can view these parameters in the BIOS setup. To enter the BIOS setup,
reboot the NI PXIe-8105 and press <Delete> during the memory tests.
Refer to the Entering BIOS Setup section of Chapter 2, Installation and
Configuration, for more information.
Can I use the internal Serial ATA drive and an external hard drive at
the same time?
Yes .