Chapter 2 Installation
IMAQPCI/PXI-1428 User Manual 2-6 ni.com
4. Touch a metal part on the computer case to discharge any static
electricity that might be on your clothes or body before handling
the PCI-1428. Static electricity can damage the device.
5. Gently rock the PCI-1428 into the slot. The connection may be tight,
but do not force the device into place.
6. If required, screw the mounting bracket of the device to the back panel
rail of the computer.
7. Replace the cover.
8. Plug in and power on the computer.
♦PXI-1428
1. Power off and unplug the chassis.
Caution To protect yourself and the computer from electrical hazards, the computer must
remain unplugged until the installation is complete.
2. Choose an unused 3.3 V or 5 V peripheral slot and remove the filler
panel.
3. Touch a metal part on the chassis to discharge any static electricity that
might be on your clothes or body. Static electricity can damage the
device.
4. Insert the PXI-1428 into the chosen slot. Use the injector/ejector
handle to fully inject the device into place.
5. Screw the front panel of the PXI-1428 to the front panel mounting rails
of the chassis.
6. Visually verify the installation.
7. Plug in and power on the chassis.
Your IMAQ 1428 is now installed.
Configuring the IMAQ 1428
After you have installed the IMAQ 1428 and powered on your computer,
Windows will recognize the device and assign resources to it. Use
Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure the IMAQ 1428
for acquisition.