© National Instruments Corporation 4-1 NI PXIe-8130 User Manual
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Common Configuration Questions
This chapter answers common configuration questions you may have when
using a NI PXIe-8130 embedded controller.

General Questions

What do the LEDs on the NIPXIe-81 30 front panel mean?
Refer to the LED status descriptions in the Front Panel Features section of
Chapter3, I/O Information.
After shutting down my NI PXIe-8130 controller, the Ethernet LEDs
continue to blink. Is it safe to remove my controller or disconnect
power?
The NI PXIe-8130 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-8130 and press <Delete> during the memory tests.
Refer to the Accessing the BIOS Setup Utility section of Chapter2,
Installation and Configuration, for more information.
Can I use the internal Serial ATA drive and an external hard drive at
the same time?
Yes. Refer to the BIOS Setup Utility section of Chapter2, Installation and
Configuration, for more information.