© National Instruments Corporation 2-1 PCI/PXI-6703/6704 User Manual
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Installation and Configuration
This chapter explains how to install and configure your 6703/6704 device.
Software Installation
Install your software before you install your 6703/6704 device. Refer to the
appropriate release notes indicated below for specific instructions on the
software installation sequence.
1. Install your application software—If you are using LabVIEW,
LabWindows/CVI, or other National Instruments application software
packages, refer to the appropriate release notes.
2. Install the NI-DAQ driver software—Refer to your NI-DAQ release
notes and follow the instructions given there for your operating system
and application software package.
You can now install your hardware.
Hardware Installation
You can install your 6703/6704 device in any available expansion slot in
your computer. However, to achieve best noise performance, leave as much
room as possible between your 6703/6704 device and other boards and
hardware. The following are general installation instructions, but consult
your computer user manual or technical reference manual for specific
instructions and warnings.
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1. Turn off and unplug your computer.
2. Remove the top cover or access port to the I/O channel.
3. Remove the expansion slot cover on the back panel of the computer.
4. Touch any metal part of your computer chassis to discharge any static
electricity that might be on your clothes or body.
5. Insert the PCI-6703/6704 into a 5 V PCI slot. Gently rock the device
to ease it into place. Do not force the device into place.
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