Figure 2-1. installing the ni pcie-836x – National Instruments Multisystem eXtension Interface NI PXI-8360 User Manual

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4.

Locate the metal bracket that covers the cut-out in the back panel of the
computer for the slot you have selected. Remove and save the
bracket-retaining screw and the bracket cover.

5.

Touch the metal part of the power supply case inside the computer to
discharge any static electricity that might be on your clothes or body.

6.

Line up the NI PCIe-836x with the slot on the back panel. Slowly push
down on the top of the NI PCIe-836x until its card-edge connector is
resting on the expansion slot receptacle. Using slow, evenly distributed
pressure, press the NI PCIe-836x straight down until it seats in the
expansion slot.

7.

Reinstall the bracket-retaining screw to secure the NI PCIe-836x to the
back panel rail.

8.

Replace the computer cover.

Figure 2-1. Installing the NI PCIe-836x

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NI PCIe-836x

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PCI Express x1 Card-Edge Connector

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PCI Express Slot

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