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NI PCIe-8231 Quick Start Guide
The NI PCIe-8231 is a Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) interface device for PCI
Express. The following sections describe how to install and configure the
NI PCIe-8231.
What You Need to Get Started
You need the following items to set up and use the NI PCIe-8231.
❑ NI Vision Acquisition Software 8.2.1 or later
❑ NI Vision Acquisition Software Release Notes
❑ NI PCIe-8231 GigE interface device
❑ Computer running Windows 2000/XP with at least one PCIe slot
❑ GigE Vision Camer
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not use it until service-trained personnel can check its safety. If necessary, return the device to National Instruments for repair. Keep away from live circuits. Do not remove equipment covers or shields unless you are trained to do so. If signal wires are connected to the device, hazardous voltages can exist even when the equipment is turned off. To avoid a shock hazard, do not perform procedures involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so. Disconnect all field pow
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Caution National Instruments measurement products may be classified as either Measurement Category I or II. Operate products at or below the Measurement Category level specified in the hardware specifications. 1 Measurement Category : Measurement circuits are subjected to working 2 voltages and transient stresses (overvoltage) from the circuit to which they are connected during measurement or test. Measurement Category establishes standardized impulse withstand voltage levels that commonly
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Unpacking The NI PCIe-8231 ships in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic discharge from damaging device components. To avoid such damage in handling the device, take the following precautions: � Ground yourself via a grounding strap or by holding a grounded object, such as the computer chassis. � Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis before removing the device from the package. Caution Never touch the exposed pins of connectors. Remove the device from
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4. Touch a metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity that might be on your clothes or body. 5. Choose an unused PCIe slot, and remove the corresponding expansion slot cover on the back panel of the computer. Note The NI PCIe-8231 is intended for a x1 PCIe slot. The NI PCIe-8231 will fit into, and can be used in, a x4, x8 or x16 PCIe slot. 1 2 3 4 1 PCI 32-bit Connector 3 PCIe x1 Connector 2 PCI 64-bit and/or PCI-X Connector 4 PCIe x16 Connector Figure 1. PC Expansion Sl
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7. Unless your computer secures expansion devices in a different manner, screw the mounting bracket of the device to the back panel rail of the computer. 8. Replace the cover. 9. Connect the Ethernet cable to your camera. Refer to your camera manufacturer documentation for specific instructions about how to connect the Ethernet cable to your camera. 10. Connect the Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector on the NI PCIe-8231 front panel. 11. Plug in and power on the computer. The NI PCIe-8231
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PCI Express Interface PCI Express compliance ........................ Version 1.1 Native link width.................................... x1 Up-plugging link width availability....... x4, x8, x16 Signaling Ethernet .................................................. 1000Base-T compliant on four pairs of Category 5 cable Power Consumption Typical ................................................... 1 A at 3.3 V = 3.3 W maximum 375 mA at 3.3 V = 1.24 W aux maximum Operating Environment The NI PCIe-8
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Electromagnetic Compatibility The NI PCIe-8231 is designed to meet the requirements of the following EMC Standards: � FCC Part 15—Radiated and Conducted Emissions (USA) � ICES -003—Radiated and Conducted Emissions (Canada) � CISPR 22—Radiated and Conducted Emissions (International) � EN55022—Radiated and Conducted Emissions (European Union) � EN55024—(Immunity) (European Union) � VCCI—Radiated and Conducted Emissions (Japan) � CNS13438—Radiated and Conducted Emissions (Taiwan) � AS/NZS3548—Radi
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Caution If the device is changed or modified, the user may void his or her authority to operate the equipment. Note This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note Refer to the Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for this product for any additional regulatory compli
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Where to Go for Support The National Instruments Web site is your complete resource for technical support. At ni.com/support you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers. A Declaration of Conformity (DoC) is our claim of compliance with the Council of the European Communities using the manufacturer’s declaration of conformity. This system affords the user protection for electro
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