NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS PMC-GPIB GPIB Interface for PCI Mezzanine Bus Installation Guide

NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS PMC-GPIB GPIB Interface for PCI Mezzanine Bus

Specifications:

• Product: PMC-GPIB
• Compatibility: GPIB NI-488.2 for Windows
• Release Date: January 2013

Product Information

The PMC-GPIB is a GPIB controller designed for use with NI-488.2 software on Windows systems. It supports internal controllers such as PCI, PXI, PCI Express, PMC, and ISA, as well as external controllers including Ethernet, USB, ExpressCard, and PCMCIA.

Usage Instructions

Internal Controllers Installation:

Insert the NI-488.2 media and choose Install Software.
Tip: The View Documentation link provides access to NI-488.2 documentation, including detailed hardware installation instructions.

1. After software installation, shut down the computer ensuring it is powered off.
2. Install the GPIB hardware and power on the computer.

External Controllers Installation:

1. Insert the NI-488.2 media and choose Install Software.

Tip : The View Documentation link provides access to NI-488.2 documentation.

1. After software installation, restart the computer.
2. Install the GPIB hardware following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Caution: Ensure the GPIB devices and computers share the same ground potential for proper operation.

FAQ:

Where can I find support for PMC-GPIB?
You can find support resources on the official website or contact customer support for assistance with any issues related to the installation or operation of the PMC-GPIB.

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Internal Controllers

(PCI, PXI, PCI Express, PMC, ISA)

1. Insert the NI-488.2 media and choose Install Software.
   Tip The View Documentation link provides access to NI-488.2 documentation, including detailed hardware installation instructions.

2. When you have completed the software installation, shut down the computer. Make certain it is powered off before proceeding

3. Install your GPIB hardware and then power on the computer

External Controllers

(Ethernet, USB, ExpressCard™, PCMCIA)

1. Insert the NI-488.2 media and choose Install Software.
   Tip The View Documentation link provides access to NI-488.2 documentation, including detailed hardware installation instructions.

2. When you have completed the software installation, restart the computer.

3. Install your GPIB hardware
   Caution The GPIB devices and the computer must share the same ground potential

4. Ethernet Only

5. After the computer has restarted, complete the GPIB Ethernet Wizard to configure your Ethernet interface.
   (Windows XP/Vista/7) Run the GPIB Ethernet Wizard from the National

6. Instruments»NI-488.2 program group in the Start menu.
   (Windows 8) Run the GPIB Ethernet Wizard from the National Instruments»NI-488.2 program group in the NI Launcher.

Where to Go for Support

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