Chapter 6 Common Questions and Troubleshooting
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How do I install software from a DVD/CD?
You have the following options:
•USB DVD/CD-ROM—Windows XP supports USB mass storage
devices. With most USB DVD/CD-ROM drives, once you plug the
drive into the USB port, you should be able to access the drive through
a drive letter.
•Mapped network drive—You can use the Ethernet to connect to
another computer. If you share the CD-ROM drive on the other
computer, you can map the shared CD-ROM drive to a drive letter
on the NI VXIpc-882.
How do I flash a new BIOS?
Follow the instructions for upgrading your BIOS by executing a search for
VXI BIOS at ni.com/support.
Where do I get the latest software and peripheral drivers?
You can download the latest drivers from ni.com/support/
vxisupp.htm. For instructions on installing the latest peripheral drivers,
execute a search for VXI Peripherals at ni.com/support.
Boot Options
What devices can I boot from?
The NI VXIpc-882 can boot from the following devices:
• The internal SATA hard drive.
• An external USB mass storage device such as a USB hard drive or
CD-ROM.
• An external USB floppy drive.
• A network PXE server on the same subnet.
Note There are some limitations when booting from a USB device. Windows does not
support booting from USB devices. Windows XP can be installed from a USB
DVD/CD-ROM, but earlier versions of Windows cannot. The NI VXIpc-882 BIOS
configures the USB devices so they will work in a DOS environment.