Chapter 1 Getting Started

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NI 621x devices feature up to 32 analog input (AI) channels, up to two analog output (AO) channels, 8 lines of digital input (DI), 8 lines of digital output (DO), and two counters. If you have not already installed your device, refer to the NI-DAQmx for USB Devices Getting Started Guide. For specifications, refer to the NI 621x Specifications document on ni.com/manuals.

Before installing your DAQ device, you must install the software you plan to use with the device.

Installing NI-DAQmx

The NI-DAQmx for USB Devices Getting Started Guide, which you can download at ni.com/manuals, offers NI-DAQmx users step-by-step instructions for installing software and hardware, configuring channels and tasks, and getting started developing an application.

Installing Other Software

If you are using other software, refer to the installation instructions that accompany your software.