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Common Configuration
Questions

This chapter answers common configuration questions you may have when
using a NI PXIe-8105 embedded controller.

General Questions

What do the LEDs on the NI PXIe-8105 front panel mean?

Refer to the LED status descriptions in the

Front Panel Features

section of

Chapter 3,

I/O Information

.

After shutting down my NI PXIe-8105 controller, the Ethernet LEDs
continue to blink. Is it safe to remove my controller or disconnect
power?

The NI PXIe-8105 controller Ethernet device remains powered even after
shutdown. It is safe to remove your controller or disconnect power.

How do I check the configuration of the memory, hard drive,
time/date, and so on?

You can view these parameters in the BIOS setup. To enter the BIOS setup,
reboot the NI PXIe-8105 and press <Delete> during the memory tests.
Refer to the

Entering BIOS Setup

section of Chapter 2,

Installation and

Configuration

, for more information.

Can I use the internal Serial ATA drive and an external hard drive at
the same time?

Yes.

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