Specifications

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Safety Guidelines
Caution Do not operate the cRIO-9030 in a manner not specified in this document.
Product misuse can result in a hazard. You can compromise the safety protection built
into the product if the product is damaged in any way. If the product is damaged,
return it to National Instruments for repair.
Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations
The cRIO-9030 is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D, T4 hazardous
locations; Class 1, Zone 2, AEx nA IIC T4 and Ex nA IIC T4 hazardous locations; and
nonhazardous locations only. Follow these guidelines if you are installing the cRIO-9030 in a
potentially explosive environment. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in serious injury
or death.
Caution Do not disconnect the power supply wires and connectors from the
controller unless power has been switched off.
Caution Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
Caution For Zone 2 applications, install the CompactRIO system in an enclosure
rated to at least IP 54 as defined by IEC 60529 and EN 60529.
Caution Do not insert or remove SD cards unless power has been switched off or
the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Caution The USB host ports, USB device port, mini DisplayPort, and SD card slot
require the retention accessories listed in Table 1 for hazardous locations. All cables
must be used in a conduit or cable gland to wire to a nonhazardous location. Do not
disconnect a cable unless the cRIO-9030 is powered off or the area is known to be
nonhazardous.
Table 1. Hazardous Location Retention Accessories
Port Required Accessory NI Part Number
Mini DisplayPort Mini DisplayPort Cable Retention Bracket 156866-01
SD Card Slot SD Door Kit 783660-01
USB Device Port NI Locking USB Cable 157788-01
USB Host Port NI Industrial USB Extender Cable 152166-xx