NI CardBus-8310-to-PXI Expansion User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction
NI CardBus-8310-to-PXI Expansion User Manual 1-4 ni.com
• Avoid sharp bends or folds in the cables.
• Provide enough slack to allow easy device placement.
• Avoid things that might cause scuffing and abrasion damage to the
cables.
• Secure the devices in their shelves using the appropriate hardware.
• Use the screws or brackets supplied with the device. Suitable mounting
brackets, adapters, and hardware are available from your local
computer dealer or retailer.
Parts List
Table 1-2 lists the components included with your kit.
Caution In order to complete the installation of the CardBus-to-PXI expansion system you
will need perform the installation in a suitable electrostatic discharge (ESD) protective
environment.
Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge
You can take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic
discharge (ESD):
• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping
carton, do not remove the anti-static packaging material until you are
ready to install the component in a computer. Just before unwrapping
the anti-static packaging, be sure you are at an ESD workstation, or
that you are electrically grounded.
• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an anti-static
container or package.
Table 1-2. CardBus-8310 Kit Components
Quantity Item
1 NI CardBus-8310
2 3 meter CAT5-e cables with 4 ferrites (two ferrites for each cable). 10-meter
and 14-meter cables may be purchased separately.
1 NI PXI-8310
1 Software Installation CD (will contain the software driver, full user manual, and
Documents of Conformity)
1 Installation Guide