National Instruments NI VXIpc-882 - Manual (Page 78)

Chapter 6 Common Questions and Troubleshooting
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Installing from a DVD/CD-ROM
The NI VXIpc-882 controller supports the installation of Windows XP
from a USB DVD/CD-ROM. However, many other operating systems do
not support installation from a USB DVD/CD-ROM. For example,
Windows 2000 aborts during the install process because it does not have
drivers for the DVD/CD-ROM device.
With DOS drivers, you can install Windows 9x operating systems.
However, only a few USB DVD/CD-ROM drives have DOS drivers.
As an alternative to a USB DVD/CD-ROM drive, you can use an external
SCSI DVD/CD-ROM with a VXI-SCSI adapter.
Note For additional assistance with installing or changing an operating system, refer to
KnowledgeBase 2ZKC02OK at ni.com/support .
ExpressCard/34
This section provides information on the installation and removal of
ExpressCard/34 modules.
Installing an ExpressCard/34
You can install an ExpressCard/34 module while the NI VXIpc-882 is
running. The NI VXIpc-882 will automatically detect the card.
ExpressCard/34s are generally marked with a symbol or a label to indicate
which end to insert into the slot. The cards are keyed to prevent incorrect
insertion.
To install an ExpressCard/34, complete the following steps.
1. Hold the card so the top side is facing left.
2. Insert the card until it is completely seated in its connector. The
connector has an automatic eject mechanism. If you insert the card and
it is ejected, simply re-insert the card until it is seated.
If you encounter too much resistance, do not force the card. Check the card
orientation and try again.
The NI VXIpc-882 will automatically recognize the ExpressCard/34 and
load the appropriate driver(s). Third-party cards may require that you
install additional drivers. Contact your ExpressCard/34 vendor for more
information.