National Instruments PXI NI 8171 Series - Manual (Page 51)

Chapter 4 Common Configuration Questions
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Figure 4-2. Installing a SO-DIMM in an NI 8171 Series Controller
How do I flash a new BIOS?
You need to download the new BIOS from
ni.com/support/pxisupp.htm . To download the new BIOS, follow
the instructions on the Web site.
Where do I get the latest software drivers?
You can download the latest drivers from
ni.com/support/pxisupp.htm .
My NI 8174 does not have an internal floppy drive. Is there a way to
use an external drive?
Yes. The NI 8171 series controllers support and can boot from USB floppy
drives. A USB floppy drive will not work with Windows NT4, but will
work with Windows 2000. See the
Boot Options section for more
information.
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